Wildlife and Nature

• beaches

• activities

7 min read • Feb 9, 2023

The beautiful Caribbean has countless places where couples can discover romance. Here are eight of the best.

• hiking

• activities

5 min read • Feb 8, 2023

Morocco has hiking trails for all abilities – with a tasty tagine waiting at your journey’s end.

• hiking

• activities

5 min read • Feb 7, 2023

Photographer Evan Ruderman recently spent 10 days trekking through – and photographing – Chile’s stunning Torres del Paine national park.

• national parks

• activities

6 min read • Feb 7, 2023

Choose your adventure in one of Alaska's epic national parks – here's our pick of the best.

• hiking

• activities

5 min read • Jan 31, 2023

Caves, a hidden lodge and panoramic fog-filled vistas await along the best hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

16 min read • Jan 30, 2023

Nature can be the best classroom and the Galápagos archipelago has much to teach us.

• wildlife and nature

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7 min read • Jan 29, 2023

There’s nothing quite like the restorative buzz from a dip in a proper thermal pool. Here are Europe’s best hot springs.

• wildlife and nature

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6 min read • Jan 28, 2023

April is the ideal time of year for mild-weather hikes, cherry blossom festivals, fresh produce and more.

• hiking

• activities

9 min read • Jan 26, 2023

For such a small island, Ireland doesn’t lack for beautiful spots to visit. We’ve rounded up our favorites.

• activities

• hiking

5 min read • Jan 25, 2023

From the expected (panoramic trails and viewpoints) to the unexpected, these are the top 10 things to do at Grand Canyon National Park.

• beaches

• activities

7 min read • Jan 23, 2023

From quiet coves to great stretches of golden sand that are a destination in their own right, Ireland’s coastline is a beachgoer’s paradise.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

11 min read • Jan 22, 2023

Exciting museums, thrilling jungle treks, world-class snorkeling and more: Colombia has something to suit every traveler.

• beaches

• activities

6 min read • Jan 22, 2023

Nothing beats a quiet day spent at the beach. Especially if you can find a stretch of silky sand that you’ll have to yourself.

• hiking

• activities

9 min read • Jan 19, 2023

This list of the best road trips in South Africa has itineraries for exploring the country’s extraordinary coastlines, mountains and villages.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

9 min read • Jan 12, 2023

For decades, safari hotel design has been dominated by colonial tropes. Thankfully, that’s starting to change.

• photography

• activities

5 min read • Jan 12, 2023

Spring means cherry blossom season in Japan, but the romance is fleeting lasting only for a week or two. Here the five best places to join the festivities.

• hiking

• activities

11 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages.

• hiking

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3 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Lonely Planet correspondent Bailey Freeman recently returned from the Ecuadorian Andes. She brought home few memories – and a few photos, too.

• hiking

• activities

6 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Washington State’s trio of national parks, Mt Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic never disappoint. Here’s our guide to this trio of treasures.

• beaches

• activities

8 min read • Jan 7, 2023

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.

• beaches

• activities

10 min read • Jan 6, 2023

Exploring diverse landscapes, sampling sweet coffee and visiting tranquil countryside rice terraces are just some of the highlights of a trip to Vietnam.

• national parks

• activities

5 min read • Jan 4, 2023

Michigan’s national parks aren’t household names – which is why these pristine natural treasures are yours to explore, without the crowds.