On a 335-mile journey along the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal Towpath, editor-at-large Sebastian Modak found there was much to learn by hitting the brakes. I rolled into Cumberland, […]
The best outdoor activities in France (and the best places to try them)
Mighty mountains, wild rivers, green hills, Alpine valleys – the astonishing diversity of the French landscape is one of the country’s biggest draws, but there’s more to a visit to […]
Copenhagen’s 10 best parks to relax in
Summers in Denmark may be short, but the days are long, and in Copenhagen, it’s easy to make the most of the fine weather. The city’s parks are diverse and […]
Hiking the Appalachian Trail with a baby – 9 things to know when planning a big family hike
The Appalachian Trail is a five to seven-month, 2000-mile trek spanning Georgia to Maine. “Thru-hikers” carry their belongings and camp along the way, occasionally sleeping in hostels and hotels when […]
9 of the best hiking trails in Honduras
Honduras may be known by some tourists for its collection of fine beaches, but this Central American nation has its share of great hiking trails ideal for the more active traveler. There’s […]
7 best hikes in Yellowstone National Park
Exploring Yellowstone National Park’s geysers, waterfalls, mountains and canyons by foot is easily the best way to see this magnificent park. It’s also the best way to lose the crowds. […]
The top 13 hikes in Hawaii
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, […]