The largest island of the Dodecanese, Rhodes is a perfect place to start any island-hopping adventure, whatever your interest. Get lost in the riot of medieval alleyways and the fortified (and UNESCO World Heritage Site) of Rhodes Old Town. Once you’ve “escaped”…
If seeing the aurora borealis (northern lights) is on your bucket list, turn your attention skyward: experts say 2025 is set to be a great year for spotting the elusive light show. The natural phenomenon is usually observable around the…
South Korea’s incredible range of experiences feels like a constantly refilling bowl, yet the petite peninsula continually surprises with how much more it has to give. The fluffy pink blooms of cherry trees in the urban centers in springtime could capture…
Nearby China and Russia may loom large over South Korea in terms of geographic area, but its easily manageable size, paired with an ultrareliable public transportation system, is part of what makes this enticing country so very accessible. Travelers in South Korea can go…
If you love getting outdoors and into the English countryside as much as I do, today I want to share my top picks for Cotswolds walks by train with you. These beautiful country walking routes offer scenic trails to follow…
A trip to Peppa Pig World at Paultons Park? It’s a toddler rite of passage. Think gentle rides, muddy puddles, and meeting Peppa herself – what’s not to love? We first went when Reggie was 18 months, and he loved it.…
There is no doubting the charm of Italy . When Italians are in need of a holiday, they usually head to the mountains or sun-kissed coasts to cool down. Here, six Lonely Planet writers reveal the Italian destinations where they…
At the center of three vast bulb-growing areas, Amsterdam and its surrounds transform like a larger-than-life coloring book when tulips, in a profusion of red, yellow, orange, pink, purple and white hues, bloom en masse in spring. Flower fields fan out…
Traveling by train can be the ideal stress-free weekend getaway. With a new London to Edinburgh high-speed train service being launched, Lonely Planet looks at the best short breaks by train from London. Be inspired to take a spa day…
Torn on where to vacation in the Mediterranean? We get it. And we’re here to help you out by narrowing your options to two of the Med’s most popular draws: Greece and Croatia. But which is right for you? Here,…