Travel Stories

Jan 4, 2025 • 8 min read

Bordeaux in southwest France has bags of appeal any time of year. Choose the best time for your visit with our seasonal guide.

Jan 4, 2025 • 13 min read

Hike the mountains, parasail above the lagoon, swim with sharks and more: here are the best things to do in Bora Bora after you’ve enjoyed the beach.

Jan 4, 2025 • 11 min read

First-time visitors to London can be overwhelmed. What to visit? Where to eat? How to get around? Here's a guide to making your first trip to London easy.

Jan 4, 2025 • 6 min read

Geneva's up-and-coming culinary scene blends Swiss tradition with global influences. Read on and get booking the best dining experiences in Geneva.

Jan 3, 2025 • 5 min read

With its turquoise lagoon, blonde beaches and mountain backdrop, Bora Bora is a vision of tropical perfection. Here are the best times to visit.

Jan 3, 2025 • 9 min read

Make 2025 the year you check off one of these dream trips to South America.

Jan 3, 2025 • 7 min read

Saguaro National Park is a testament to the remarkable resilience of desert life.

Jan 3, 2025 • 7 min read

Here's everything you need to know before you visit Mexico's charming San Miguel de Allende, renowned for its architecture, art and rooftop bar scene.

Jan 2, 2025 • 9 min read

These 10 trips are downright deliciously indulgent and a great way to explore North America.

Jan 2, 2025 • 6 min read

Southeast Asia is a hub for backpackers, nature lovers and adventure travelers. Here are our favorite places.

Jan 2, 2025 • 7 min read

If you need a break from lying out on Bora Bora’s sublime beaches, set out on one of these rigorous hikes to enjoy fabulous views of the island’s lagoon.

Jan 2, 2025 • 12 min read

Exploring Australia's vast and awe-inspiring outback takes a little planning. Here's when to go, what to see and how to do it.

Jan 2, 2025 • 11 min read

Granada is one of Spain’s most evocative and beautiful cities. First-time travelers should read on to learn more about this beguiling place.

Jan 2, 2025 • 9 min read

From Icelandic road trips to hiking through the far-flung landscapes of the Azores, here are the dreamiest adventures in Europe.

Jan 1, 2025 • 5 min read

Stay connected when on vacation in Spain with this guide to cell service, roaming charges and data.

Dec 31, 2024 • 5 min read

Here are some of the best travel images taken by Lonely Planet photographers this year, picked by photo director Pia Peterson Haggarty and colleagues.

Dec 31, 2024 • 8 min read

These are our favorite cabins and lodges in the USA that allow you to unclench, reconnect with nature and recharge yourself rather than your devices.

Dec 31, 2024 • 12 min read

Visiting Aspen on a budget? Read on for the best free things to do in Aspen, Colorado.

Dec 31, 2024 • 8 min read

Brazil has a startling variety of regional specialties, and food-focused travel here is a rewarding experience. Here's what to eat and drink in Brazil.

Dec 31, 2024 • 9 min read

With more than 700 stunning islands making up The Bahamas, picking the best beach is no easy task. Here's our list of the best beaches in The Bahamas.

Dec 31, 2024 • 5 min read

As Americans try to carve out a new way of life, the drive-in theater, which had been nearly wiped away have become popular once again. Here's our top 12.

Dec 31, 2024 • 13 min read

The Evergreen State is a hiker's dream, with compelling landscapes wherever you turn. These are our 16 favorite hikes in Washington State.