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The unique cultural event will feature distinctive collections by prominent local Maldivian artists and designers Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa is set to host it’s first-ever Festive Artisan…
The rolling green fields, misty mountains, castles and cliffs of Ireland make for plenty of romance – yet this marvelous country also spoils families with its rich mix of cultural sights, hospitality, natural playgrounds, ancient tales and, of course, the craic. Between all the wildlife, legends, impromptu music sessions and playtime on windswept beaches, you’re likely to have very…
One of the oldest urban centers in Texas, San Antonio is packed with impressive landmarks from centuries past. Yet despite the years — the city celebrated its 300th anniversary in 2018 — San Antonio remains firmly rooted in the present with sprawling markets, cutting-edge museums and a vibrant dining and drinking scene. There’s much to…
Hiking is about so much more than exercise, pleasant scenery or getting from A to B. Putting one foot in front of the other for hours, days or even weeks on end creates a special sense of connection to a place and its landscapes. At Lonely Planet, we’ve chronicled the world’s most unforgettable hiking journeys…
These resorts have some of the best Maldives beaches. Having put our feet in the sand of countless resort’s and island’s beaches around the archipelago, I invite you here to…
There’s a saying in Hawaii: there’s a cost to paradise. Among the US states, Hawaii had the highest cost of living in 2019, according to the Missouri Economic Research and Information Center. The median price of a single-family home on Oahu is more than $1 million. And gas costs nearly $5 a gallon. But there…
Winter in Montana is a harsh but magical season. A winter hush descends upon a landscape so cold that even sound seems frozen. But for those well equipped and with a certain level of experience, Montana offers incredible ways to get out and explore its stunningly beautiful mountain terrain. Whitefish and the surrounding Flathead Valley…
Sandie Kestell, Lonely Planet’s destination editor for Central and Eastern Europe, recently returned from Obergurgl in the Austrian Alps. Here, she highlights the destination’s best places to ski, eat and sleep in – and what you shouldn’t miss. I’ve just returned from the Gurgl in Tyrol’s Ötztal Valley, deep in the Austrian Alp. I made…
Puerto Rico's capital isn't a cheap city, particularly when compared to neighboring islands, like the Dominican Republic or Jamaica, with an abundance of all-inclusive resorts and a generous exchange rate. There are free activities to be found, however, for those who know where to look. Here are some of the best free things to do…