books
What doomsday preppers can teach us about the end of the worldMay 3, 2020 • 12 min read
Mark O'Connell's new book, 'Notes from an Apocalypse,' investigates the people who are preparing for the end of the world.
Art and Culture
cooking and recipesVirtual Vacation: PortugalApr 29, 2020 • 4 min read
Portugal is a special place not just because of its rich history, but because of the people. Immerse yourself in the emotion of Portugal with this virtual tour…
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historyVirtual Vacation: SpainApr 29, 2020 • 4 min read
Until we can toast each other over a glass of sangria and plate of pinxtos under the Spanish sun, here’s a guide to experiencing the best of Spain at home.
filmExplore the world of Netflix's Unorthodox in Brooklyn and BerlinApr 29, 2020 • 5 min read
The show's filming locations set the scene for a story of repression and self-discovery.
booksRevisiting Steinbeck’s epic expedition to the Sea of Cortez, 80 years onApr 29, 2020 • 7 min read
This spring marks 80 years since the author and eventual Nobel Prize winner embarked on a six-week expedition, chartering a sardine boat in Monterey,…
historyVirtual Vacation: New ZealandApr 27, 2020 • 5 min read
New Zealand can feel like a fantasy for travelers. That’s probably partially due to the lush storybook landscapes but the whole country has an air of magic…
historyWhy travellers need to stop expecting the world to speak EnglishApr 27, 2020 • 6 min read
Is it really everyone's job, even in the tourism industry, to know English?
historyHow to spend a perfect day on Staten IslandApr 24, 2020 • 7 min read
Just beyond the St George Ferry Terminal in downtown Staten Island, you’ll find cultural attractions, diverse art, craft beer, world-class eats, and stunning…
historyStaten Island is the go-to place for art, history and nature-loversApr 24, 2020 • 7 min read
Staten Island is more than a turnaround point for the ferry. Take time to disembark and experience historic sites, natural escapes and avant-garde art.
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fashion and clothingHow a small act of kindness put the tango back in my step in ArgentinaApr 24, 2020 • 15 min read
Carolyn Swindell finds out that small things really do matter in Buenos Aires.
music5 dances from around the world to try at homeApr 20, 2020 • 3 min read
Dancing is a perfect way to learn about and celebrate different cultures. Here are five dances from around the world to try at home.
- cannabis420 cannabis celebrations have gone online due to coronavirus
Apr 20, 2020 • 6 min read
Many states have designated cannabis dispensaries essential businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, while weed enthusiasts take their 420 celebrations online.
festivals and eventsHow Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan during the pandemicApr 20, 2020 • 5 min read
How will Muslim communities around the world celebrate Ramadan in 2020?
books23 independent bookstores in the US to support onlineApr 13, 2020 • 11 min read
These 23 independent bookstores are still taking orders online, and give shoppers a chance to stock up on books to enjoy during the COVID-19 pandemic
historyFree online classes and resources that give you a deeper look at travel destinationsApr 10, 2020 • 4 min read
There are hundreds of free online resources to digitally dive into all aspects of travel, from art, architecture, and adventure to food, flora and fauna.
- family travelThe best Lonely Planet Kids books for home-schoolers
Apr 9, 2020 • 5 min read
Looking to add to your at-home curriculum? Try these Lonely Planet suggestions.
- fashion and clothingTravel accessories you can make at home
Apr 8, 2020 • 3 min read
Still have travel on the mind? DIY projects, particularly travel-related, are the perfect way to maintain your love of travel while staying indoors.
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wildlife and nature20 of the world’s most extraordinary toiletsApr 6, 2020 • 6 min read
When you gotta go, you gotta go. Luckily these fine porcelain pews are near some of your favorite destinations around the world.
family travel9 travel movies the whole family will loveApr 6, 2020 • 4 min read
Movies are also a fantastic way to inspire travel with your kids. Here are nine films which will help your family explore the world.
wildlife and natureWhy I hiked to the top of the Swiss Alps to play a gig last summerApr 6, 2020 • 5 min read
Last September James Gabriel Martin hiked to a cabin built 2,200 metres above sea level in the Swiss Alps to play a concert with his band Cry Monster Cry.
historyPining for a haircut? This YouTube channel transports you to unique barbershops around the worldApr 3, 2020 • 5 min read
A YouTube channel that takes us deep inside the arcane subcultures of barbering around the world.
disneyDisney parks may be closed, but you can still enjoy these rides onlineApr 2, 2020 • 3 min read
Over the years, a number of visitors to the Disney parks have recorded and shared unofficial “virtual tours” of the most beloved attractions online, giving…
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