Know what Italians love to do? Argue. Not really arguing of course. I’m talking about the kind of spirited debate that can only come from living in a place so gifted with goodness that it becomes imperative to declare the best thing of all the wonderful things. Italians can argue for days over the best carbonara…
Queen Charlotte lives in another universe. A never-ending whirl of razor-precision etiquette, high society balls and lavish entertainment. Days and nights are spent well away from the humdrum outside world within the walls of vast country piles or stuccoed, high-society city townhouses. It all looks a bit of a blast, and highlights the charms of…
In this series, Lonely Planet’s team of writers and editors answers your travel problems and provides tips and hacks to help you plan a hassle-free trip. Editorial director Fin McCarthy took on this query from a female traveling alone. Question: I’m traveling through Europe this summer staying in hostels. Some places only have mixed dorms…
When I booked a flight to Buenos Aires a few years ago, I hadn’t done much research and didn't know what to expect. In fact, I was just planning to use Buenos Aires as a stopping point on my way to Montevideo, Uruguay, where I was meeting some friends. But after arriving in balmy Buenos…
Atmosphere Core recently completed a grand 4-day Culture Reignite tour from 18 to 21 May 2023 across seven resorts. Key activities included unveiling of the Culture DNA book, culture video,…
Lonely Planet social media editor Deepa Lakshmin recently returned from a visit to Ireland, where she took a bus tour of some of the country’s most dramatic coastal scenery. Here, she shares some insights and tips for anyone planning a similar trip. I landed in Ireland as I typically do whenever I’m visiting a country for…
Boston is certainly up there on the list of US cities with a high cost of living, which – unfortunately – can also mean a high cost of traveling. The biggest challenge is affordable accommodations, as hotels are pricey in this city of expensive real estate and packed event calendars. Fortunately, there are ways to…
Here’s the scene: I’m visiting my future husband’s family in Boston for the first time. His mother asks if I want a tonic. It seems like an odd offer, but it sounds refreshing so I accept. Then she brings me an orange soda. What? You’ve probably guessed that tonic is the word for soda in…
At any time of year, Central America astounds with its gorgeous beaches, exciting hikes, ancient ruins and – above all else – extraordinary natural beauty. As you mull a getaway to this region of small countries and huge pleasures, two of its most welcoming destinations will surely rise to the top of your list: Belize and…
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 no-fly destination and what to see and do along the way. We asked Lonely Planet editor Amy Lynch to share her experience taking the ferry from Ireland to Bilbao,…