Deesha Dyer is the co-founder and executive director of beGirl.world Global Scholars, an organization that empowers teen girls through education and travel. BeGirl has partnered with Lonely Planet to raise awareness about their passport-equity project and to celebrate and continue its mission. In this first-person essay, Dyer shares how she made her travel dream of a…
We wanted to take a short getaway to somewhere Spanish-speaking, relatively close, warm (but not too warm!), and under the radar. Why not El Salvador? thought my husband Dan and I. Having spent a sensational week in neighboring Guatemala in 2020, we were intrigued. Major (and not uncontroversial) policy changes under Nayib Bukele, El Salvador’s…
Budget travelers are often surprised at how much you can get for your money when exploring Egypt. You don't need to break the bank to have a truly immersive experience here, and with a little research and planning, you’ll make the most out of your time and money. If you opt for local food and embrace…
At first sight, Lisbon is a colorful cluster of tile-covered buildings cascading downhill along the north bank of the Tagus River. But although the boundaries between them might blur, each of Lisbon’s neighborhoods has its own distinct personality. A few days might be enough to tick off many must-see sights in Lisbon, but don’t rush the…
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Historical streets, mountain trails, trendy markets and one-of-a-kind museums coexist in Colombia’s capital city, located 2600 meters (8530ft) above the sea. In Bogotá, you can start your day with a walk in the local cloud forest, spend your afternoon meandering through the 18th-century streets of La Candelaria, and enjoy dinner at a restaurant that turns into…
Closer to Barcelona than it is to Paris, Toulouse’s peach-tiled roofs and long days of sunshine give its historic center a Mediterranean look, but without some of the high prices you might find on the well-heeled Riviera. That said, some of its famous aerospace museums aren’t cheap to enter, and, as France’s home of foie…
One day you’re climbing the desert’s highest peak, the next you’re walking amid remnants of the world’s oldest civilization or diving into the depths of the Red Sea. Whether Egypt's on your travel radar for the history, the adventure, the beaches or even just the pyramids, when it comes to things to do, you are…
Our Where Locals Go series features holiday destinations that are often overlooked by international visitors but cherished by locals. Here, we ask four England experts for their top ideas. Who can resist the lure of world-class cities like London, Liverpool and Manchester? Still, it’s in the idyllic countryside where visitors can find the true soul…
The Savannah of years past conjures up images of high society and tradition, with grand homes and dramatic oak trees like those featured in the famous book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. But these days, it’s a welcoming and eclectic place where you’ll find locals, art students and visitors all enjoying the same…