Destinations

For decades, Fiji has had a reputation as one of the most family-friendly destinations in the Pacific, and visiting with kids is an absolute delight. Recently, it’s become a favorite destination for multigenerational family holidays, with vacationers of all ages drawn to its aquamarine waters, tropical weather, laid-back culture and growing range of soft adventure experiences, from

While its sister island of St Kitts might be more well known, Nevis delivers a tropical retreat filled with wellness experiences, natural beauty and historical sites worth exploring. Together, these Caribbean islands in the West Indies form one country, separated by a 2-mile channel.   From botanical gardens and old sugar mill ruins to rainforests and

Beads at the ready – Mardi Gras is just around the corner. Taking place between the Twelfth Night of Christmas (January 5) and Shrove Tuesday, which falls on February 13 this year, countries around the world mark the holiday with a vibrant season of carnivals. Cities today celebrate Mardi Gras with flamboyant parades, live music,

The city of Bordeaux is not only about wine. Its intoxicating blend of urban culture and epicurean sass gives it bags of appeal any time of year. Not only that: its enviable ring of world-renowned vineyards, fruit orchards and farms illuminates the urban landscape with a kaleidoscope of seasonal color, making every month visually different too. Traditionally,

Many civilizations have left their mark on Seville. The capital of Andalucía is proud, beautiful and packed full of culture. It wears its heritage with pride, and the sensual blend of Islamic, Gothic and Renaissance architecture is on magnificent display in the royal palace and mighty cathedral.  Beyond the elaborate mansions and verdant parks that Seville

It may be the second-smallest country in Central America but Belize delivers across the board. Eco-adventures by the score, cultural heritage as diverse as the landscape, Maya temples that tower over modern human-made structures, hundreds of islands with talcum-white sands, the world’s second-largest barrier reef – you get the idea. On the mainland, overgrown rainforests

As French cities go in the budget-travel stakes, Bordeaux measures up admirably. With a prestigious university at its helm since 1441, France’s sixth-largest city is one of the country’s most dynamic, cultured and brazenly creative. Those 50,000-odd modern-day students, invariably living on a shoestring like centuries of alumni before them, need to be fed, watered and

The second-largest country in Central America, Honduras is a sprawl of mountains, islands, coastal plains and tropical lowlands. But despite the distances involved and the varied topography, getting around is relatively straightforward. The country is well covered by a network of flights and bus routes, with boats running to outlying islands and local variations on

As 2024 kicks off, it’s time to plan some of the most mind-blowing adventures the world has to offer – using the opportunity to uncover new parts of yourself along the way. To get you started, we’ve delved into Lonely Planet’s Your Trip Starts Here, and picked 24 trip ideas suitable for everyone, especially those who

Our slow travel series explores how you can take more mindful journeys by train, boat, bus, or bike – with tips on how to reach your destination without flying, and what to see and do along the way. Here, Daniel James Clarke explains how he traveled from Lapland to the Lofoten Islands, crossing the Arctic

While a plane may get you there faster, road-tripping across the US is one of the most iconically American things you can do. Get up close and personal with the country’s most striking landscapes – dense eastern forests, windswept plains, red rock canyons, dramatic Pacific coastlines – and make pit stops at some of its

Whether you are a die-hard ice bath fan with a cold plunge tub in your backyard or looking to try cold plunging for the first time, several destinations marry invigorating chills with arresting vistas. Avid followers of the Wim Hof Method can espouse the benefits of cold water therapy – mindfulness, mental strength, alertness, exhilaration,

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It would take weeks – maybe months – to experience everything Crete has to offer. But to start you off, here are some of our favorite things to do on this stunning Greek island. From lounging on the beaches to hiking in the stark, dramatic mountains and gorges, from dining in delicious tavernas to partying all night

Colorful monasteries, snow-capped peaks, peaceful villages lined with chili farms: the beauty of Bhutan is visible around every turn of its hairpin roads. Internationally famous for its commitment to “Gross National Happiness,” carbon-negative status and eye-popping daily Sustainable Development Fee for visitors, Bhutan has worked hard to protect its unique culture and natural beauty –

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Silky-soft beaches, jungle-draped mountains, incredible food and a well-connected position at the heart of Southeast Asia have made Thailand a tourism hub for decades. It welcomes more than 11 million visitors a year. All the same, travelers who dream of perpetually sunny skies and balmy weather might be dismayed at the pelting rain that arrives

My trip to Morocco started with spending 10 hours in the terminal in Casablanca airport. I got bumped from my flight from Lisbon to Marrakesh and the ensuing wait was an exercise in patience and acceptance, an exercise I failed parlously.  But once I finally arrived in the medina and checked into my riad, El

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In its early days as a capital of cool, Greater Palm Springs attracted screen legends, the Rat Pack and a steady stream of studio execs. Hence the nickname “Hollywood’s playground” (or backlot). And while that reputation still applies – as you’d expect of an oasis 100 miles from LA but feels a world away –