Adventure Travel

Feb 7, 2023 • 5 min read

Photographer Evan Ruderman recently spent 10 days trekking through – and photographing – Chile’s stunning Torres del Paine national park.

Jan 31, 2023 • 5 min read

Caves, a hidden lodge and panoramic fog-filled vistas await along the best hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Jan 31, 2023 • 4 min read

Lonely Planet correspondent Amy Lynch recently returned from historic Durham in northern England. Here are a few photos from her trip.

Jan 30, 2023 • 16 min read

Nature can be the best classroom and the Galápagos archipelago has much to teach us.

Jan 28, 2023 • 6 min read

The best hikes in Yellowstone, from wheelchair-accessible boardwalk strolls to multiday backpacking trips, taking in geysers, waterfalls and mountain summits.

Jan 24, 2023 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet senior content editor Laura Motta had a fantasy winter getaway in Vail, Colorado. No skiing required.

Jan 17, 2023 • 6 min read

From condors and cactuses to pueblos and Indigenous sites, Arizona is more than just desert. Plan your visit to these top national parks and monuments.

Jan 14, 2023 • 8 min read

How to take on the one of the world’s most epic multi-day hikes, in five easy steps.

Jan 12, 2023 • 9 min read

For decades, safari hotel design has been dominated by colonial tropes. Thankfully, that’s starting to change.

Jan 12, 2023 • 5 min read

Spring means cherry blossom season in Japan, but the romance is fleeting lasting only for a week or two. Here the five best places to join the festivities.

Jan 10, 2023 • 11 min read

Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages.

Jan 10, 2023 • 3 min read

Lonely Planet correspondent Bailey Freeman recently returned from the Ecuadorian Andes. She brought home few memories – and a few photos, too.

Jan 7, 2023 • 8 min read

With more than 700 stunning islands making up The Bahamas, picking the best beach is no easy task. Here's our list of the best beaches in The Bahamas.

Jan 6, 2023 • 5 min read

Arkansas has an intriguing mix of national parks and historic sites. Here are the very best.

Jan 4, 2023 • 5 min read

Michigan’s national parks aren’t household names – which is why these pristine natural treasures are yours to explore, without the crowds.

Jan 3, 2023 • 6 min read

You could kick back on a white-sand beach but where's the fun in that? These hikes will bring you into the heart of the Caribbean's wild beauty.

Jan 2, 2023 • 12 min read

Want to start planning for the year ahead? Featuring sports events, natural phenomena and more, these are 20 amazing trips to consider taking in 2023. 

Jan 2, 2023 • 5 min read

Unlike other states, most of Utah’s ski resorts are located within an hour of the airport. Here’s what you need to know before booking your next trip.

Dec 31, 2022 • 7 min read

From ancient mountain ranges and remote islands to historic forts, Virginia's national parks call out to modern-day explorers. Here's our pick of the best.

Dec 30, 2022 • 5 min read

North Carolina is blessed with national parks in every corner of the state, preserving everything from mountains to beaches. Here's our guide to the best.

Dec 29, 2022 • 6 min read

Belize is made for hiking. From grueling treks through the jungle to relaxing beach strolls, there’s a hike for you.

Dec 29, 2022 • 6 min read

Visiting Vermont's parks is the best way to immerse yourself in all the state has to offer, from its lakes and ponds to its soaring peaks.