Uzbekistan’s gems of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva never fail to impress visitors with their fabulous mosques, medressas and mausoleums. But…
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Rwanda in 2023 has played host to a slew of high-profile international events in Kigali and beyond, including star-studded landmarks…
The ‘Land of a Thousand Hills,’ as the East-African nation of Rwanda is often referred to, can also be called…
Rwanda is often called the ‘Land of a Thousand Hills’ and anyone who’s been to its capital, Kigali, will understand…
Whether you’re a dedicated bargain hunter, passionate about interiors, a spa-o-holic, an obsessive foodie, love exploring places brimming with history…
Umbria has a wealth of cultural treasures – from medieval hilltop towns to ornate churches, archaeological sites and contemporary art…
The lights are twinkling, the mulled wine is flowing and London’s festive season is in full swing. Whether you’re looking…
In the good old days, Indonesia had only two uncomplicated seasons: wet and dry. But then climate change teamed up…
The Christmas season is all about celebrating the joys of life, and what’s more joyful than dessert? But just where…
Deserted beaches, ink-black cliffs, glacier-gouged valleys, snow-crusted peaks: the Westfjords encapsulates all the natural splendor you’d expect from Iceland –…
From classical concerts in regal palaces to can-can dancers in cabaret halls, Europe knows how to party in style on…
For centuries, cultures from Scandinavia to Asia have recognized the year’s longest night as a marker for slowly extending days,…
Italy’s fourth-largest city, Turin, is the essence of la dolce vita. Not in the full-throttle, scooter-screeching style of the hot south,…
Packed with some of Southeast Asia’s best experiences, from temples to beaches and wonderful wildlife, it truly pays to spend…
Whether you’re visiting Lima as a destination in its own right or here for a brief stopover before heading on…
Ever wondered who first decided to bring trees inside to celebrate Christmas? Or where advent calendars first originated from? Keep…
If you’re in search of an under-the-radar European getaway – one that will surprise and delight while inciting major FOMO…
The epicenter of Mayan culture in Central America, Guatemala is renowned for its dramatic volcanoes, black-sand beaches, biodiverse jungles, thriving…
Breathtaking landscapes appear at every turn in Vietnam. From the window of a trundling train you’ll witness an endless patchwork…
Discover the places writer Stephanie Yeboah and her social media followers have selected for giving the best experience. A few…
Lonely Planet editor Alex Butler traveled to Uzbekistan for a whirlwind trip to some of the country’s highlights and what…
In our A Total Trip series, writers document what they spent on a recent getaway. In this edition, writer Conall…
Mexico is famous for its unique treatment of death – and, by extension, of life. Día de los Muertos (Day…
Ecuador, a country known primarily for The Galapagos, has so much more to show off: the Andes, the Amazon, indigenous…
An island-speckled coastline and ancient walled towns place Croatia among the world’s best-known destinations and a bucket-list experience second to…
With its unique Hindu culture, dramatic tropical landscapes and long tradition of delightful hospitality, Bali is one of the most…
From the lakes to the mountains and the cities to the sea, Italy offers an immense variety of landscapes and…
In our A Total Trip series, writers document what they spent on a recent getaway. In this edition, London-based writer, Tasmin Waby,…
Branching out from the red cupola of the Duomo, the stone-built alleys of Florence’s historic core connect some of the…
It’s a bit ironic that the National Museum of Women in the Arts, the first museum dedicated entirely to female…
The time to appreciate the tumbling terrain of central Italy is at dawn. Set your alarm early, and a tableau…
Namibia is a land of endless horizons, with vast expanses of desert, mountains, canyons and savannas. It’s also home to…
Sri Lanka may only be small, but thanks to its jungle-clad mountains, golden sandy beaches, abundant wildlife in their natural…
White sand beaches, swaying palm fronds, colorful coral reefs: for many, the allure of Fiji is in its landscapes. Yet,…
There’s plenty to do on a visit to Taipei – you could be admiring spectacular views over the city, experiencing the very…
The pura vida (pure life) spirit that characterizes Costa Rica is wonderfully contagious. It’s one of the many reasons this…
Mountains, music and sweets mit Schlag: Austria’s charms are irresistible, and draw millions of visitors each year. Two of the…
I’ve been an Anglophile for as long as I can remember. My 16-year-old son has been obsessed with automobiles since…
As the birthplace of American democracy — where the Founding Fathers debated and signed the Declaration of Independence and the…
It’s hard to imagine that a mere five decades ago, Cancún was just a tiny fishing village. But when developers…
Türkiye’s appeal lies in so many places, from Istanbul’s iconic attractions like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque to the sun-soaked beaches and bazaars of…
While there are plenty of museums, restaurants, and historical sites to keep you busy in Mexico City, the central region…
As one of the world’s dreamiest destinations, Paris never disappoints. Summer sees the Seine lined with people soaking up the…
Alexis recently finished working on Lonely Planet’s new Paris guidebook, due to be published in April 2024. Here she shares…
Despite my love of travel – and travel-planning – organizing a stellar family vacation is a quagmire for me. Our…
From admiring Silk Road architecture to wine-tasting, from heli-skiing in Amirsoy to exploring a graveyard of ships in the Aral…
Whether you prefer wilderness or dense cities, the call of frogs in the rainforest or the beat of samba drums, Brazil has…
Last winter, The White Lotus put the Mediterranean’s largest island on many a travel wish list. The luxurious sea-view resort,…
For decades, authors, artists and presidents have all been drawn to the Hudson Valley in New York. And its dramatic four…
Every season is a great season to visit Vermont. In addition to skiing and snowboarding in the winter, outdoor enthusiasts…
Affectionately known as the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection, Philadelphia has top things to do for sports fans, museum-goers…
The City of Brotherly Love has a rich history and a thriving art scene, much of which can be enjoyed…
Road trips in Montana really take you places. Massive mountains, glacier lakes, and wild rivers unfurl outside the window on…
When it comes to city breaks, it’s easy to see why people fall for Madrid over and over again. The…
Most visitors to Central Switzerland base themselves in Lucerne in order to explore the glorious landscape that surrounds it, but don’t…