15 best places to go off-grid in 2023

Peace, quiet and the freshest of air: some of the world’s most remote destinations are sanctuaries of stillness and solitude.  These are the kind of destinations that give you the luxury of disconnecting from the glare of a screen as you reconnect with your natural surroundings – and yourself.  The following destinations are highlights from…

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Here’s why you see flower garlands everywhere in Hawaii

You’ll see lei at birthdays, weddings, graduation parties, luau, even at the airport when you arrive. Defined as a garland or wreath, lei is so much more than just a beautiful adornment. In Hawai'i, it’s the symbol of aloha, it’s something you give to someone you love, it’s a way of showing appreciation – a…

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Where the Lonely Planet team wants to go in 2023

At Lonely Planet, the constant desire to add new places to the bucket list is an occupational hazard. Our travel plans are vast, varied and ever-changing – and many of us already have something (or many things) in mind for 2023. Find out where a few of us are planning to travel next year.  Fin…

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8 Caribbean islands you may not have explored yet

Few places compare to the Caribbean when it comes to sun, sea, sand and surf. The bluest of blues and turquoise waters make for some of the world’s best beaches. It is paradise. No hurries, no worries, just relax – it’s no wonder around 30 million people a year head to the Caribbean for a…

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How to Grow Out Highlights and Go Back to Your Natural Color

Heads up: some of the links on this site are affiliate links. If you click and make a booking or purchase, I’ll make a commission (at no extra cost to you). I partner with companies I personally use and the $$ goes towards creating more awesome, free travel content.  When I was a child I…

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9 top things to do in Maine

Maine lures visitors with stunning natural beauty and a wealth of outdoor fun, so it’s no surprise that many of the best things to do here take advantage of the state’s natural resources. Start with 3500 miles of sand and granite shoreline studded with fishing villages, forts, lighthouses, lobster shacks, islands and Acadia National Park.…

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You’ve probably never been to…Italy’s Abruzzo National Park

In Rome, tourists swarm into the ruins of ancient temples, jostle for selfies and stand in line for restaurants. But just two hours away, the hills and valleys are empty and the only wait you have is in hope for a sight of an elusive bear or wolf. This is  Italy’s Abruzzo National Park, a…

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