The combination of champagne powder, endless blue skies, mammoth mountains and a live-to-ski ethos makes skiing in Colorado the stuff of legend. From cruisers and tree runs to back bowls […]
9 over-the-top travel gifts for 2023
Every day at 11:11am there is a ritual: we make a wish. And every day at 11:11am, we have been wishing for this year’s most over-the-top, extraordinary and extra-plus travel […]
The 11 best things to do in Indonesia
Bali–Lombok–Gili Islands may be the classic Indonesian “tour,” but there is so much more to Indonesia. With more than 13,000 islands to choose from, the world’s biggest island nation offers an entire […]
The 10 best places to visit in Indonesia
Few destinations can beat Indonesia in terms of variety. One day, you’re strolling beneath the glistening skyscrapers of a modern city; the next, you’re in a traditional hilltop village scoffing down […]
6 amazing US winter resorts that offer so much more than just skiing
Mountain spas. Dog-sledding. Hot springs. Mulled wine by a roaring fire. Many ski resorts offer much more than just skiing. If you’re looking for a winter weekend break filled with […]
Copy My Trip: a winter break filled with swimming, hiking and dancing in Guadeloupe
Lonely Planet guidebook author Brian Healy loves seeking out warm destinations to escape to in January. This year, his quest led him from New York City to Guadeloupe where he […]
The 12 best experiences Sweden has to offer
Sweden’s attractions are endless. Get ready for unspoiled nature, world-class museums, fascinating history, beautiful cities and towns, vibrant traditions and a creative spirit that makes itself known in everything from […]
7 of the best road trips in Kenya: top tips for a memorable journey
With its expansive views, vast national parks and small towns that offer a glimpse into local life and culture, Kenya is the perfect place to take a road trip. Driving – […]
The 6 best hikes in Japan: amazing routes and top trekking tips
About three-quarters of Japan is mountains, so it’s no surprise that hiking is a popular pursuit for locals and travelers alike. There are monumental peaks (hello Mt Fuji!) and gentle hills, […]
The 12 best hikes in India, from the high Himalayas to the steamy Western Ghats
From towering Himalayan peaks to vast expanses of grassland and the steamy hills of the Western Ghats, India offers a diversity of hiking experiences like nowhere else on Earth. Whether […]