wildlife and nature
South Africa’s wild gold rush roadJan 31, 2020 • 13 min read
Follow the trail of fortune-hunters through the mountains and end with animal encounters on one of the country’s original safaris.
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wildlife and natureRainforest roads to Australia’s tropical frontierJan 31, 2020 • 15 min read
Queensland’s far north, once feared by explorers, is now a welcoming land home to coral-fringed coast, hardy outback living and expanses of raw nature.
historyShadowing schooners on a road trip along the Maine coastJan 31, 2020 • 16 min read
A slow-paced tour in the state takes in Portland’s food scene, Rockland's world-class museums, sailing on Penobscot Bay and walks in Acadia National Park.
wildlife and natureDriving in the footsteps of Napoleon in the south of FranceJan 31, 2020 • 13 min read
A legendary road follows the emperor’s last epic journey from the Côte d’Azur to the Alps, through landscapes that remain off the beaten track today.
sportsA guide to Cardiff for rugby fansJan 30, 2020 • 8 min read
Heading to Cardiff for the rugby? Here’s our guide to the perfect game day in the city, from top breakfast spots to recommended post-game pub stops.
neighborhoodsHow to spend a perfect weekend in Plovdiv, BulgariaJan 30, 2020 • 4 min read
Until recently Plovdiv was almost unknown outside of Bulgaria, but now, Europe’s oldest city is finally trending. Here's how to spend a perfect weekend there.
tips and adviceUpgrade your next long-haul flight with these 14 Amazon productsJan 29, 2020 • 5 min read
There's no need to dread your next long flight. We scoured Amazon for the best products that will make your next long-haul flight a breeze.
historySpending diary: what my family spent on a 3-day trek to Machu PicchuJan 29, 2020 • 7 min read
Writer Mary Kearl and her family spent three days traveling to and around Machu Picchu, here's what they spent.
wildlife and natureHow to road trip the Pacific Northwest on a budgetJan 29, 2020 • 5 min read
From the bustle of big cities to serene moments in some of America’s most eye-popping parks, a Pacific Northwest road trip is an epic vacation.
budget travelHow one-way airline tickets can stretch your travel dollarsJan 29, 2020 • 9 min read
For a long time, no matter where you were headed, it was difficult and expensive to put together a trip itinerary using one-way travel. One-way tickets make…
hikingWhat is backpacking? The eternal travel debateJan 27, 2020 • 4 min read
Bouncing around Europe or Southeast Asia, or getting out in the woods on a long-distance trek? ‘Backpacking’ means different things to different people
beachesHow to find the best deals on Mediterranean cruisesJan 26, 2020 • 4 min read
A cruise around the Mediterranean features some of the most iconic destinations on the planet. Here's how to find the best deals on a Mediterranean cruise.
public transportWhy you should consider taking the bus to your European city breakJan 26, 2020 • 6 min read
Looking for a more sustainable European city break, Emily Frost travelled by bus from London to Krakow. Here's what she learned, and why she'd do it again.
tips and adviceHow to road trip the Southwestern US on a budgetJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
From the fun of Sin City to the jaw-dropping beauty of the national parks, this scenic route packs amazing sights and tastes into an affordable itinerary.
foodSomerset for foodies: the home of cheddar and cider brandyJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
Home to Thatchers Cider and Yeo Valley, Somerset hosts delicious, familiar big names but there’s also cider brandy, and ancient spelt to discover...
budget travelSpending diary: what I spent on a two-day trip to KrakówJan 22, 2020 • 6 min read
Lonely Planet staffer Katharine Nelson had a festive minibreak with friends in Kraków, Poland. Here's how much she spent on the trip.
tips and adviceMoldova's hidden Wine Routes won't be secret much longerJan 22, 2020 • 5 min read
New Wine Routes, with maps, itineraries and guidance, will make it easier for independent travellers to explore the wineries and vineyards of Moldova
accessible travelWhy passport fees are just the first hurdle low-income travelers have to overcomeJan 19, 2020 • 4 min read
Despite the mass tourism movement, passports remain an expensive luxury for many would-be travellers around the globe living on a budget.
wildlife and nature51 affordable discoveries across America 2020Jan 15, 2020 • 32 min read
We tracked down the best budget destinations in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Here are our favorite affordable discoveries in America in 2020.
tips and adviceExpert tips for getting cheaper—and better—air travel when using Google FlightsJan 12, 2020 • 5 min read
Did you know that with just a few handy tricks, Google Flights can be your new best friend when booking airline flights? Whether you’re after the cheapest…
national parksGet a taste of Appalachia with 24 hours in Charleston, West VirginiaJan 9, 2020 • 5 min read
When you only have 24 hours in the Mountain State capital, here’s how to pack in the sights and sounds while still enjoying West Virginia’s relaxed pace.
historySpending Diary: 6 days in Cuzco and the Sacred ValleyJan 8, 2020 • 9 min read
Travelling couple Doug and Ann-Marie are currently venturing through parts of Peru, Bolivia and Chile for two months.