Usa Travel Stories

Jan 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.

Jan 11, 2024 • 5 min read

Monisha Rajesh, author of Around the World in 80 Trains, rides the upgraded train between two of the best cities in the US. Here's what happened.

Jan 5, 2024 • 6 min read

A series of road trips is one of the most iconic ways to explore the US. Here are our favorite routes.

Jan 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.

Jan 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.

Jan 2, 2024 • 11 min read

From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, these 24 railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination.

Nov 16, 2023 • 6 min read

From Maui to the Texas coast to Key West, here are all the places to escape the cold in the USA this winter.

Nov 9, 2023 • 6 min read

American twitchers reveal their favorite spots to see the birds this year.

Nov 2, 2023 • 5 min read

Rock-stacking is one of humanity’s most ancient art forms. It is also contentious. Here's why.

Oct 18, 2023 • 9 min read

Fall might be the best time to enjoy the USA’s fabulous national parks. Here are 10 of the best to take in 2023.

Oct 6, 2023 • 9 min read

From Disneyland to dinosaurs, here's how to visit the US with kids.

Oct 6, 2023 • 3 min read

Spooky and utterly delightful events about all over the US each October. Here are five of the best ones across the country.

Oct 4, 2023 • 9 min read

The US is supersized, from sprawling cities to natural splendors. This first-timer's guide to the USA lays out everything you need to know before you go.

Sep 30, 2023 • 6 min read

US visa requirements can be complicated and changeable. We've got all the key info you need about whether you need one and how to get it.

Sep 28, 2023 • 4 min read

Whether you’re channeling the show’s cowboy aesthetic or simply looking to learn the ropes, these are the places to make your ranch-hand dreams a reality.

Sep 23, 2023 • 11 min read

Major cities may be getting more expensive but it's still possible to visit the USA on a budget. Our 10 top tips will help you stretch those dollars.

Sep 16, 2023 • 7 min read

Think the Midwest is a cornfield you fly over between coasts? Think again. This first-timer's guide details everything you need to know about the Midwest.

Sep 13, 2023 • 6 min read

Connecting to top national parks, historic routes and striking landscapes, Arizona's road trips are some of the best in the US. Here are our favorites.

Sep 12, 2023 • 9 min read

Plan your travels across the USA with this guide to everything from car hire and bus services to cycle routes and domestic flights.

Sep 5, 2023 • 6 min read

Want to know where to go to see fall in all its finery? Here are the top leaf-peeping spots in the US for 2022.

Aug 28, 2023 • 6 min read

The scale of the US and its breadth of landscapes is overwhelming to many travelers. Start your bucket list with our favorite places to visit in the USA.

Aug 21, 2023 • 6 min read

Choose the best time for your visit to the US with this guide to events, seasons and crowds through the year.