Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages. Bhutan’s Guardians of Peace emerged from among the spruce trees glowing orange in their uniforms, climbing quietly over moss and mulch with the stealth of a streak of tigers. They stopped to chat, curious to see…
Colombia's equatorial position means temperatures fluctuate by altitude, not the time of year, so with the country's diversity of landscapes, almost anytime is a good time to visit. The changes in altitude also mean Colombia has many microclimates and mini dry and wet seasons to factor in, although most places have little temperature variation between…
Generously endowed with an abundance of protected federal land, the state of Washington is home to a trio of stupendous national parks. There’s Mt Rainier, famed for its eponymous volcano; Olympic, a striking green wilderness with a little-touched roadless interior; and North Cascades, a crinkled web of mountains that could be a small slice of Alaska…
The arrival of March brings spring to much of the northern hemisphere. And after months of gray days and long nights, it’s about time. Now’s the moment to shake off the winter blues and last bits of snow with an incredible spring getaway. Our list features top spring-break destinations – with a couple of surprises thrown…
Roving Lonely Planet correspondent and altitude seeker Bailey Freeman recently returned from the highlands of Ecuador. She has a few tips for making the most of any trip to this stupendous region. I am a mountain person through and through, since their quiet grandness makes me feel alive in a way that no other environment…
With its palm-fringed bays, shallow reefs and rustic rum bars, the Caribbean offers some of the world’s best tropical beach breaks. You’ll find thousands of beaches with clear waters and warm weather on these diverse islands, which extend in a chain from the southern tip of Florida to the northern coast of Venezuela. From St…
If there's one thing New York City does better than most other US destinations, it's overloading the senses. Should you want to escape the Big Apple to unplug from the noise and disconnect from the constant activity, you only need a full tank of gas or a ride on the city’s public transportation. Within two hours…
With tropical rainforests, year-round balmy temperatures, and jagged cliffs straight out of Jurassic Park, taking a road trip around Hawaii is a completely different experience from what you’ll find on the mainland US. The best part is that each drive is easy to tackle as roads are well maintained, and the islands are only so…
With dynamic night markets jam-packed with delectable street food, gorgeous beaches, and soaring mountains, Taiwan offers lots in a small package. Just 395km (245 miles) from top to bottom, travelers will find futuristic cities, historic temples, and killer surf breaks – all connected by affordable high-speed rail. As one of the friendliest East Asian countries…
A one-of-a-kind wine dinner with famed Banfi winery and Michelin star Chef Domenico Francone Vakkaru Maldives is excited to bring a slice of Tuscany to the island paradise this January…