Several new long-distance, multi-day hikes have launched that promise visitors exclusive access to previously inaccessible areas, where virgin landscapes and unique cultures are found. Some provide a trek back in time through local […]
How you can help koalas and other animals devastated by Australian bushfires
With southern Australia experiencing the worst bushfires on record, the area’s already-endangered koala population has faced tough, unforeseen challenges. Recent reports state that the beloved marsupials are some of more […]
Astrotourists love these Dark Sky Communities for urban stargazing
Though we have mapped and explored some of Earth’s most far-flung destinations, the stars above remain out of reach. The night sky still fascinates, inviting us to wonder at the […]
The expert’s ultimate backpacking bucket list
Backpacking is an exciting, budget-friendly way to travel that allows you to connect with local communities and the world around you. And the best part about backpacking is it’s the […]
Spending Diary: 6 days in Cuzco and the Sacred Valley
Travelling couple Doug and Ann-Marie are currently venturing through parts of Peru, Bolivia and Chile for two months. They’ve granted Lonely Planet access to their spending diary, including the costs of […]
8 Iceland activities for adventure seekers
Glaciers, terrain-tearing fissures, volcanoes, midnight sun and northern lights – adventures in Iceland offer the chance to see the planet reforming before your eyes. About half the size of the UK, with […]
Why you should embrace Berber culture on your Moroccan adventure
It was a sign that I saw everywhere in Morocco. Spray painted onto bus stops, scribbled on restaurant walls, and etched onto the sides of Arabic drums. And now it […]
Cycle through Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia on the historic Parenzana Trail
In 1902 during the reign of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, a new rail line was opened that wound its way from the Italian port city of Trieste down a small stretch of […]
How a soccer game in Medellin introduced me to Colombian culture
“Don’t go there,” “Be careful,” “Avoid” – these are words I never expected to hear before attending a sporting event. But when you plan a trip to Colombia, it’s hard for people to […]
How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Austin
With a burgeoning restaurant scene and countless entertainment options, Austin makes for the perfect weekend escape almost any time of year. The city’s relatively recent exponential economic growth has attracted […]