South Africa's culinary diversity reflects its multicultural society, ranging from pan-African cuisine to seafood and steaks in globally acclaimed restaurants, so eating is an excellent way to the heart of the Rainbow Nation. The Cape was the birthplace of South African cuisine, but KwaZulu-Natal is important too: there were migrants from other African countries, British…
From the edge of the Andes – where the rich ecosystem of the Humboldt Current washes against the coasts – to the dry tropical forest of the northern shoreline, the beaches of Peru are as diverse as its people and cultures. Peru has more than 2500km (1553 miles) of coastline decorated with plenty of impressive beaches.…
The long lazy stretch of summer holidays beckons Down Under and, given its size, Australia offers a vast variety of holiday choices. But, are there experiences and destinations where you can really escape the crowds and feel like you have the entire place to yourself? Lonely Planet's Chris Zeiher picks the best places as featured…
Looking for a great reason to start planning your next adventure? In this series, we share the most compelling events, attractions and experiences that will have you booking a trip to the world's most exciting destinations. Summer in Sydney immediately evokes images of vibrant sunshine, pristine beaches, and copious quantities of sunscreen. But this year,…
All cities and the majority of tourist sites in Taiwan are connected by a web of safe, efficient and affordable transport. That said, there are far more options to go up and down the island than across, because of the Central Mountain Range running down the middle like a spine. If you plan on traveling all…
So you’re made the decision to head to Hawaii. Lucky you. Now comes the hard part: choosing which idyllic island to visit. Among the larger destinations, two finalists will quickly emerge: Oʻahu and Maui. Which of these two stars should you choose for your time in paradise? We’ve asked two passionate writers to make the…
Famous for its rich and diverse ingredients, Egyptian food is distinctive within the Middle East, and history and geography have played roles in its development. Few cuisines present the fusion of Africa and the Middle East better. Meals in Egypt typically center on stews and vegetables, but Egyptians will happily wait in line at the…
As a couple that gave up pretty much everything (house, job, community, most possessions, etc.) to follow a dream, we are always on the lookout for our tribe. We scoured the globe for badass traveling duos to share their favorite place and piece of advice in our book Ultimate Journeys for Two. We’ve made a…
Writer Georgina Lawton has been to Rio before. But on a recent trip, she travels through the city with a clear mission to venture off the tourist trail and uncover the city’s African heritage. A blue sky – naked except for the burning midday sun – radiated a heat so heavy that I was almost…
Modern Vietnam is a million miles from its war-torn past. Jungle-cloaked hills that once shook with the sound of combat are now the serene setting for adventurous hikes to remote villages, lofty lookouts, tumbling waterfalls and the summit of Indochina’s highest mountain. With plenty of local guides and trekking agencies on hand to help you…