Two words: Girls. Trip. There is something so exhilarating about gathering your girlfriends together and getting out of town. A girls getaway is good for the soul. Besides, the bond […]
Here’s what you can expect on a Lonely Planet Experiences tour of Western USA
COVID-19 Announcement All multi-day tours are temporarily suspended until April 30th for more details please visit: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/covid19 The first thing to know about Western USA is that everything is big. […]
Exploring Japanese traditions in the ‘Deep North’ region of Tohoku
Tohoku, Japan’s far north, is a land of elemental nature that hosts a wealth of fascinating ancient customs, mythical legends and long-held traditions. The people who call Tohoku home understand […]
The best US national parks for spring wildflowers
It’s that wonderful time again. The snow is beginning to melt, the days are getting longer, and the flora of America’s national parks are waking up from their winter slumber. […]
Walking with the Emperors along Japan’s pilgrim trail
Pilgrims have sought spiritual renewal on the sacred paths of Japan’s Kii Peninsula for over a millennium. Walk in their footsteps along the Kumano Kodō. Dawn breaks over the mountains […]
A descent into the Grand Canyon in the low season
The Grand Canyon is one of America’s greatest wonders – we take an epic off-season walk to the bottom of the mighty crevasse. Snow-dusted views from Grandview Point on the […]
Solo in Mallorca for the very best of Plan B hikes
Striking out on your own can reap unexpected rewards – as Oliver Smith discovers when he inadvertently embarks on his first solo walking holiday, discovering giddy heights and hidden depths […]
Devilish beauty along the Peaks of the Balkans trail
Make your way to the remote borders of Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo to set foot in a once-forbidden mountain wilderness where, today, walkers are warmly welcomed. The Albanian Alps are […]
Harvest-time hikes in the Dolomites
A German-speaking bit of Italy, the South Tyrol is a region with a dual identity. But there’s one thing locals know for sure, and that’s how to make the most […]
Get a taste of Kagawa, the udon capital of Japan
The smallest prefecture in Japan, rural Kagawa punches well above its weight when it comes to regional cuisine. Relatively unexplored by international tourists, those travelers who do venture here will […]