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,…
You don’t have to know that lavender is a part of the Lamiaceae family, from the Lavandula genus, or that it’s a close relative to mint, to appreciate the flowering perennial’s gorgeous, stately appearance and its incredibly fragrant aroma. Because…
Nestled at the heart of the Balkans, Montenegro is a small country with big scenery. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, a beach lover, a culture enthusiast or a history buff, you’ll find something to appreciate in this land of dramatic…
From the soaring waterfalls of the Road to Hana to the pink-blue sunrises of Haleakalā to the golden shores of the coast, Maui is a place of astonishing beauty. The island’s two million-plus annual visitors agree, and at some hot…
Wedged between Montenegro’s brooding mountains and the scenic Bay of Kotor, the atmospheric town of Kotor is perfectly at one with its setting. Hemmed in by steep rock walls, the city is a medieval maze of cobblestone lanes, terracotta-tiled houses,…
One of the things I love about living in London is that there are so many beautiful rail journeys one can take from the UK capital. From day trips to weekend getaways and longer escapes, there’s no shortage of scenic…