Perspectives by Lonely Planet is a series devoted to starting conversations. In this feature, writer Simon Moya-Smith visits the 100th annual Santa Fe Indian Market and finds that, even a century on, old habits die hard. Everything was in full swing two blocks away, where I could hear laughter, drums, the sound of a jingle…
Egypt is nothing short of a miracle. Though the forbidding Sahara encroaches from every direction, the Nile River splashes a verdant green ribbon through the country, sometimes managing to push the desert sands only a few hundred feet back from the riverbank. One of the world’s longest and most legendary rivers, the Nile travels more…
While we’d never describe Sydney as cheap, one of the joys of the Harbour City is how much there is to do that won’t cost you a cent. The great outdoors is key, with Sydney’s magical array of beaches and national parks all free to access. The center holds some excellent historic attractions that don’t…
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Bountiful seafood and rich produce from the interior of Spain combine to create one of the world’s great cuisines. Inventive chefs and a wealth of regional variety add to the allure, all of which make eating here a memorable part of the Spanish travel experience. Meals come in many varieties, from bite-sized morsels of perfection…
Couples looking for a relaxing honeymoon to create everlasting memories and start their married chapter on a high should look no further than JW Marriott Maldives Resort and Spa –…
Food alone is a worthy reason to visit Thailand. Known for its inimitable melange of aromatic ingredients, piquant flavors and razor-sharp spices, Thai cuisine ranks among the top culinary traditions in the world, perhaps even warranting a league of its own. From street-side stalls peddling wholesome meals to fine-dining establishments plating exquisite delectables on par…
The cuisine of Ecuador varies greatly depending on where you are in the country. Along the coast, seafood reigns supreme, while the Andean highlands feature potatoes, corn, pork and other earthy ingredients. The Amazon (Oriente region) also has its specialties, including river fish fired up in imaginative ways. Wherever you go, tradition plays a deep…
If your first port of arrival in Thailand is Bangkok, you might feel a little apprehensive about the idea of taking to the highway on a road trip. In the Thai capital, cars are stacked bumper to bumper, motorcycles duel for space with pedestrians and seemingly anything goes when it comes to road rules. But…
The rich and varied cuisine of Vietnam often sneaks under the radar, but any visitor will tell you that the food here is some of the best in Asia. Vietnam’s chefs look north towards China and west towards Thailand for influences, meeting somewhere in the middle. The resulting fusion has Southeast Asia’s zeal for herbs…