There’s no better way to explore Hawaii than by hitting one of the dozens of hiking trails that weave across the state. Trekking here can mean an escape into a […]
Yosemite National Park to temporarily close due to expected snowmelt flooding
Starting Friday, April 28 at 10 p.m., most of Yosemite National Park will close due to forecasted flooding from snowmelt. The Yosemite Valley closure is currently scheduled through May 3, […]
As I traveled through a remote Canadian national park, Inuit stewards led the way
Our landing gear touches down with a gushing wake in Goose Bay, Labrador – “Goose” in local parlance. The thundering downpours that surround us are the reason why we arrive […]
Copy My Trip: Galloping with giraffes on safari in Kenya
As Lonely Planet’s creative director, I have the privilege of traveling for work and getting to some pretty remarkable places. I usually travel with excess baggage filled with camera equipment, […]
The 12 best hikes in California: get outside in the Golden State
If the landscapes of each US state had their own Miss America–style competition, California would be a serious contender for the crown. Traversing a dramatic coastline, sky-high granite peaks, cascading […]
Salzburg vs Vienna: which awesome Austrian city has more allure?
Mountains, music and sweets mit Schlag: Austria’s charms are irresistible, and draw millions of visitors each year. Two of the country’s most populous cities, Salzburg and Vienna are – justifiably […]
Beyond Santa, what is there to do or see in Lapland in winter?
Every year, Santa is the main attraction in Finnish Lapland. But there’s so much more to discover in this winter wonderland. In this series, Lonely Planet’s team of writers and […]
Discover the best resorts for skiers with disabilities in the US and Europe
The largest ski resort in the United States is now one of the nation’s most accessible. Utah’s National Ability Center (NAC) recently opened a 9400-sq-ft facility at the base of […]
The 6 best US national parks for persons with disabilities
As national parks look for ways to better serve travelers with disabilities, here are the top parks doing it right. Visitors entering Yellowstone, America’s first national park, pass under a […]
10 best places to enjoy cherry blossoms in the US in spring 2024
You don’t have to fly all the way to Japan to see splendid cherry blossoms. With the emergence of their fluffy, delicate flowers, blossoming cherry trees are a sign that […]