Greece is famed for its crystalline seas, ancient attractions, and warm hospitality. Summer is when most travelers choose to explore its countless islands, while spring and fall are the best times of year to marvel at the myriad of archeological sites dotted around the country. Winter can be cool and occasionally rainy but for those…
The golden, cliff-backed beaches of the Algarve rank among the loveliest stretches of sand in Europe. Given the region’s obvious natural beauty – plus the great surfing, kayaking and other aquatic activities – it’s no surprise that southern Portugal draws big crowds. Although temperatures vary from month to month, the Algarve gets reliable sunshine 300…
With so much to see in Rome, you’d be forgiven for never making it outside the city limits, but the wealth of attractions doesn’t end with the Colosseum or the Vatican. If you choose to explore the region of Lazio, of which Rome is the capital, you’ll be richly rewarded. Between sprawling historic sites, outdoor…
In our 5 Shops series, we’ll point you in the direction of our favorite independent shops across some of the world's best cities. From food markets and bookshops to vintage and homegrown design stores, we’ve found a diverse and exciting mix of local retailers where you can pick up one-of-a-kind pieces. While Dublin is small in…
September is a superb time to hit the road. The great shoulder season of travel offers prime conditions for exploring a vast array of big-name destinations for food and drink, culture, relaxation or simply an incredible journey. So whether you want to laze on uncrowded Mediterranean sands, venture through South American rainforests or explore incredible…
As a leading luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand with two award-winning islands in the Maldives – JOALI Maldives and JOALI BEING – the JOALI brand is committed to safeguarding the…
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. Whenever we get a train-related query, we call on our in-house rail guru, Tom Hall. Question: I had planned to take a Trans-Siberian train journey late in 2023, but I don’t anticipate…
Participants of the Visit Maldives Storytellers' Conference 2023 have completed their sideline activities in 8 regions of the Maldives and departed, thus concluding the event. The Visit Maldives Storytellers' Conference…
Maldives Marketing & PR Corporation (MMPRC / Visit Maldives) offered a fantastic workshop titled “Sail the Seas of Time: Thousands of Years of Maldivian History” at Crossroads Maldives during Visit…
Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) has launched a campaign with the Bangkok Post in Thailand to showcase the unique sights and experiences available from the ‘the…