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Copy My Trip: Camping in Botswana’s Okavango DeltaJan 31, 2024 • 6 min read
Lonely Planet's Director of Social Media at Lonely Planet gets up close and personal with elephants, lions leopards.
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beachesThe 10 best beaches in Ireland to visit no matter the seasonJan 29, 2024 • 7 min read
From quiet coves to great stretches of golden sand that are a destination in their own right, Ireland’s coastline is a beach lover’s paradise.
beachesThe 8 best beaches in Costa RicaJan 25, 2024 • 4 min read
Costa Rica may have some of the most stunning rainforests and wildlife on the planet, but it also has some truly beautiful beaches. Here are the eight best.
national parksThe most majestic national parks in CaliforniaJan 25, 2024 • 13 min read
From Yosemite to Joshua Tree, California boasts more national parks than any other state, as well as a bevy of national forests, seashores and monuments.
cyclingPlan a family trip by bike around France's Lake AnnecyJan 24, 2024 • 7 min read
Pretty much anyone, young children included, can pedal around Lake Annecy’s pristine shores. Here's how to plan your trip.
wildlife and nature10 fabulous day trips from VancouverJan 22, 2024 • 7 min read
Ski in Whistler, gaze out on forested mountains in Squamish, eat at the famous Richmond Night Market and more: here are the top day trips from Vancouver.
hikingEarth, water and sky: Exploring Alaska’s five regionsJan 19, 2024 • 7 min read
From rainforests to glaciers Alaska is distinctive, and adventures here are shaped through each of its different regions
hikingThese 7 top hikes in Kyoto offer scenery, city views and mountaintop templesJan 18, 2024 • 8 min read
Forested paths wind through the stunning mountain ranges that surround Kyoto on three sides. Here are seven of our favorite hikes in and around the city.
beachesBest beaches in the USA? Here's our top 12 for 2024Jan 17, 2024 • 9 min read
From southeast Florida to northwest Washington to Hawaii, Lonely Planet editors have picked the top 12 beaches in the USA.
beachesThe 6 best day trips from Bordeaux: beaches, biking and (yes) wineJan 15, 2024 • 7 min read
While it might be hard to leave fabulous Bordeaux, these easy day trips from the city offer sand, nature, charming villages and plenty of wines to taste.
wildlife and naturePeak performance: Bhutan’s 5 best road tripsJan 14, 2024 • 8 min read
Any road trip through the beautiful Himalayan valleys of Bhutan ranks as one of travel’s most exciting adventures. Here are five of the best.
hikingAsk a local expert about ArmeniaJan 9, 2024 • 4 min read
Get help from a local expert to plan an unforgettable trip to Armenia.
hikingThe top 16 things to do in ArgentinaJan 8, 2024 • 11 min read
From Andean treks to whale watching off Patagonia, here are the top things to do in Argentina.
hikingThe best times to visit Belize to avoid the heat or rainy seasonJan 6, 2024 • 4 min read
Tiny, tropical Belize can alternately be too hot to handle and too wet to travel. Here's when to go.
cycling24 trips to take you on a journey of self-discovery in 2024Jan 5, 2024 • 20 min read
As the new year begins, here are 24 of the world’s most life-affirming journeys to consider for nurturing your path to self-discovery.
hikingThe 7 best US national parks for spring break 2024Jan 5, 2024 • 7 min read
Spring is a sensorial symphony in the US and national parks its front-row seats. Here's where to see the most spectacular shows.
wildlife and nature9 places in Bhutan that should be on your itineraryJan 3, 2024 • 6 min read
Planning a trip to this famous Himalayan kingdom? Be sure to include these top places to visit in Bhutan.
national parksThe 6 best national parks for persons with disabilitiesJan 3, 2024 • 8 min read
As national parks look for ways to better serve travelers with disabilities, here are the top parks doing it right.
national parksThe 10 best places to visit in HondurasJan 2, 2024 • 10 min read
Looking to venture outside the popular tourist bubble? Off-the-beaten-track Honduras has so much to offer – here's our guide to the best places to go.
attractionA taste of Greater Palm Springs: activities and appetitesJan 2, 2024 • 8 min read
Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, culture, wellness or epic events, Greater Palm Springs is for you
hiking9 of the best hikes in ThailandDec 27, 2023 • 7 min read
From easy day strolls in Bangkok to treks in the jungle and a climb to the country's largest waterfall, here are the best hiking routes in Thailand.
hiking10 of the best treks in NepalDec 23, 2023 • 7 min read
From the high Himalayas to the green foothills, Nepal offers an incomparable array of hiking trails. Here are the very best routes.