You’re almost certainly in Kraków for the pretty cobbled streets and photogenic palaces on every corner, but this is also one of Europe’s greenest cities – only Vilnius in Lithuania […]
15 epic hikes in Australia and New Zealand among volcanoes, rainforests and more
Mesmerizing waterfalls, active volcanoes, stunning coasts: Australia and New Zealand are an adventurer’s playground. Lonely Planet’s new book, Epic Hikes of Australia and New Zealand, celebrates the region as one of […]
How to explore the lavender fields of France (and things to do when they’re not in bloom)
If there’s one flower that defines France, it’s lavender, thanks to the vast carpets of purple flowers that cover the countryside of Provence. The beauty of the lavender fields lives […]
How to travel France by canal (without going overboard)
Transport and tranquility are usually mutually exclusive, but not if you book a houseboat and cruise along France‘s canals and navigable rivers. You can stop at your whim to pick […]
Return to nature in the magical hills of the Sierra Nevada, Colombia
Set in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains is Minca, Colombia – where lush, green jungle tumbles down to the Caribbean beyond. Continuing east is a long stretch of […]
The 8 best national parks in France: from untouched wildernesses to spaces under three hours from Paris
From snowy mountains to dense forests, sprawling vineyards to sparkling coasts, France is famous for its landscapes, and the French place a correspondingly high value on protecting the natural environment […]
The ultimate guide to Scotland’s magical Hebrides islands
An emerald shore receding behind, a sea breeze in your face, a dolphin surfing the bow wave as escort. The magic begins as soon as you board the ferry from […]
10 of the best free things to do in Arizona
Deciding what to see in a state as large and enticing as Arizona can be a little overwhelming if you’re traveling on a budget. There are so many amazing adventures […]
I spent 7 days riding my bike 468 miles across Iowa with a pack of 18,000: here’s how I did it
I pedaled my way across Iowa this summer but didn’t spend all my time on a bicycle seat. At one point I found myself wedged behind seven bikes in the […]
Top 6 road trips in Massachusetts
From forested mountains to windswept shores, historic cities to picture-perfect small towns, Massachusetts packs a lot of beauty and interesting sites into a relatively small area. If you’re lucky with […]