Often maligned as tacky, dingy and disappointingly kitsch, Niagara Falls suffers a bad rap. Recently, it has even had to fend off the dubious distinction of being named Canada’s worst […]
7 Easy Ways to Experience Nevada’s Outdoors
Nevada is a land of extremes, from the desert heat to the snow-capped mountains of the Sierra Nevada. But even in this vast and rugged state, you’ll have plenty of […]
6 Not-Too-Challenging Adventures in Nevada
Nevada has something to offer anyone and everyone looking for an adventure, from hiking and biking to rafting, kayaking, or hot-air ballooning. If you’re ready to step a little outside […]
6 Challenging Adventures in Nevada
Nevada is a playground for adventurers, from easy beginner activities to experiences that challenge you to the extreme. Throughout this geographically diverse state you’ll find everything from sprawling desert landscapes […]
Get into: Schwingen (Swiss wrestling)
It was at the Unspunnen festival in Interlaken in 2017 when I really became aware of just how important Schwingen – or Swiss wrestling – is in Switzerland. I’d spent […]
8 of the best hiking routes in Scotland
Rain, bog and midges be damned: Scotland is insanely lovely no matter what hand the weather and wilderness deal you. Any list of Scotland’s best hikes is bound to cause outrage […]
Which island offers an authentic taste of Caribbean life?
In this series, Lonely Planet’s writers and editors answer your travel problems and provide tips and hacks to help you plan a hassle-free trip. We asked veteran Caribbean correspondent Antonia […]
When I hear the telltale huffing of a bear near my tent, I have never felt more alone
I traveled alone for a month through Canada when I was 21. I hiked around the Rockies, took a train across the country, and kayaked and camped near Vancouver Island. […]
How to get around Scotland, from the highlands to the islands
Distances in Scotland are small but the landscapes are enormous. A journey that looks like it should take minutes on the map can take hours once you factor in the […]
Copy My Trip: An epic adventure in Norway’s southern fjords – without the crowds
A lover of cold, wild, mountainous places, Lonely Planet writer Kerry Walker headed to Norway’s southern fjords to find the true meaning of “friluftsliv” (outdoor living). Here she shares a […]