Even by the pearl-studded standards of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a jewel. Visitors flock here for the rich and diverse culture, beautiful sand-sprinkled beaches and astoundingly varied wildlife. […]
Health and wellness travel trends for 2022: gut retreats, sleep therapy and menopause mini-breaks
And so, we rumble onto the third year of the pandemic. The knots are tight in our necks. Our shoulders permanently lurched forward like gargoyles. Our eyes – once able […]
An outdoor enthusiast’s guide to San Juan
Lonely Planet has partnered with San Juan-based travel community Platea to provide comprehensive guides, curated lists and insider tips for your next trip to Puerto Rico. Stretching across a scenic […]
Havana’s public parks offer a taste of the real Cuba
The parks dotted around the Cuban capital reflect a city packed with romance and hubbub. Havana‘s green spaces are where the drama of Cuban life is most vividly played out. […]
Anchorage’s best museums showcase seaplanes, Alaska Native art and much more
Most visitors to Anchorage just pass through the city on their way to vigorous wilderness pursuits. Yet scattered around the metropolitan area, more than half dozen museums offer a quieter, less […]
Malaysia’s best national parks: A mesmerising menagerie of mountains, rainforest, and millennia-old caves
Scenic waterfalls. Rushing rivers. Millennia-old caves systems. Mighty mountains. Malaysia‘s national parks spoil visitors with their natural splendors. They’re also packed with adventures for those who seek them. Whether you […]
Australia’s top 10 places for wild swimming
Ask a few Australians where to go wild swimming and they will readily give you a list of a dozen or so spots they love – but they probably won’t tell you […]
Enjoy the desert sunshine at these Phoenix city parks
It’s easy to take advantage of – or seek shelter from – the Sonoran Desert sun at the more than 185 city parks in Phoenix. Throughout the city, you’ll find massive, […]
The 6 best things to do in Arunachal Pradesh for outdoor adventurers
Arguably one of India’s most naturally beautiful states, Arunachal Pradesh can aptly be described as an outdoor lover’s paradise. With a name that translates to “the land of the dawn-lit mountains,” it’s […]
10 essential hiking trails on Kauaʻi for exploring the Garden Island
About 90% of Kauaʻi is inaccessible by road, so one of the best – and only – ways to experience the natural beauty of the oldest and northernmost island in […]