Art and Culture

Nov 14, 2022 • 3 min read

Alicia Johnson, a Lonely Planet destination editor, shares a snapshot of her recent trip to Geneva, Switzerland

Nov 14, 2022 • 6 min read

With warm weather that never fades and an abundance of unique islands to explore, picking the best time to visit the Bahamas may get tricky. Here's our guide.

Nov 14, 2022 • 7 min read

Budget breaks, festival fun or sun-soaked beaches – Barbados has something to offer every season. Here's how to choose the best time for your Bajan vacation.

Nov 11, 2022 • 6 min read

Combine a music festival with a festive city break in one of France's most picturesque cities.

Nov 9, 2022 • 4 min read

Hit early and hard at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, these cities have been chosen as a symbol of renaissance, hope and rebirth through culture.

Nov 7, 2022 • 4 min read

Amy Mulvaney, a journalist from Dublin, shares her favorite spots from a recent trip to the Scottish city of Glasgow.

Nov 7, 2022 • 11 min read

Desert hiking is one of life's most meaningful experiences, and hikes in Jordan take it to the next level. Here's our pick of the best Jordan hikes.

Nov 7, 2022 • 5 min read

From picture-perfect beaches to ancient seaside ruins, Tulum is a delightful destination. Here are the best things to do while you're there.

Nov 3, 2022 • 4 min read

Can't decide where to go in Europe for NYE 2023? Senior editor AnneMarie McCarthy is here to help you decide.

Nov 3, 2022 • 6 min read

With a reputation for chilly winters and steamy summers, when's the best time to Canada’s largest city? Here’s a breakdown on when to go to Toronto.

Oct 28, 2022 • 6 min read

Learn all about American history – and see some of North America’s oldest trees – at these seven South Carolina national parks and historic sites.

Oct 24, 2022 • 3 min read

Writer Marcia DeSanctis shares photos from a recent trip to Rome, highlighting the best places to eat, drink & sleep in.

Oct 22, 2022 • 4 min read

London-based writer Séamas O'Reilly explains why he thinks travelers should skip Buckingham Palace and instead visit one of the city's most eccentric homes.

Oct 22, 2022 • 8 min read

Botswana’s heavy metal scene is one of Africa’s most exciting subcultures: your guide to Vulture Thrust Metal Fest 2022.

Oct 21, 2022 • 4 min read

Writer Emma Donoghue discusses her life in travel; from her enduring love for Nice to the Art Deco of Brussels.

Oct 19, 2022 • 7 min read

To explore Scotland away from the crowds, travel south to the Borders and start with these eight spectacular stops.

Oct 17, 2022 • 8 min read

Writer Simon Moya-Smith visits the 100th annual Santa Fe Indian Market and finds that, even a century on, old habits die hard.

Oct 17, 2022 • 5 min read

From diving to the bottom of the sea to hiking to waterfalls, here are the top things to do in Halkidiki.

Oct 12, 2022 • 3 min read

After completely shutting its doors last March, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum (NASM) is once again welcoming visitors this week.

Oct 11, 2022 • 7 min read

From swimming in a natural infinity pool on the edge of a waterfall, to going on safari, these are the best things to do in Zambia.

Oct 10, 2022 • 5 min read

Síomha Connolly, a writer from Dublin, shares snapshots from a trip to Nice, with top insights on where to go and when.

Oct 7, 2022 • 5 min read

Well-known for its snowy mountains lush rain forests and amazing wildlife, Alaska is also rich in the cultures of Alaska Native peoples.