Adventure Travel

Sep 26, 2023 • 5 min read

Though the hikes of North Carolina can be intimidating, there are trails throughout the state that appeal to all experience levels.

Sep 20, 2023 • 9 min read

From coastal drives to winding mountain roads, getting behind the wheel in Brazil opens up a world of natural wonders. Here are Brazil's best road trips.

Sep 20, 2023 • 8 min read

Escape the clamor of NYC's boroughs and take a hike in the countryside just beyond it. These are our 10 favorite hikes in New York State.

Sep 18, 2023 • 8 min read

From the Great Lakes to Long Island, New York serves up a banquet of landscapes and experiences. Here are the best road trips for soaking it all in.

Sep 11, 2023 • 7 min read

With its rugged peaks, high desert mesas, slot canyons and grasslands, Colorado was made for hiking. Here are the six best hikes in the Centennial State.

Sep 8, 2023 • 8 min read

California’s best hikes cover dramatic coastlines and peaks, cascading waterfalls and the world’s tallest trees.

Sep 6, 2023 • 9 min read

South Africa is home to some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet – it's the perfect road-trip country. Here's our pick of the best.

Sep 5, 2023 • 10 min read

Spain is a hikers paradise - and there's a wide variety to explore from day walks through canyons to the Camino Primitivo.

Sep 5, 2023 • 7 min read

These two countries consistently rank among the world’s best for livability, sophistication and happiness. So which one should you visit?

Sep 1, 2023 • 8 min read

It’s impossible to experience all Malaysia offers in one week – but with these suggestions, you’ll get deeper than most

Sep 1, 2023 • 7 min read

You can still see why this lush, mystical and high-altitude setting was once the heart of the Inca Empire

Aug 31, 2023 • 10 min read

There are many stunning hikes to do in Spain's Andalucía from day walks with children to bagging a summit or slowing down on a multi-day hike.

Aug 30, 2023 • 4 min read

There are ways to find lesser-traveled trekking routes to reach magnificent Machu Picchu. Here, our Peru expert recommends a few.

Aug 27, 2023 • 8 min read

Texas is home to some of the most stunning and diverse hikes in the country and our round-up of the best will ensure you have the time of your life there.

Aug 25, 2023 • 6 min read

Our correspondent spent three cycling the ancient forests and lake archipelagos of southern Sweden. Here’s her report.

Aug 24, 2023 • 6 min read

With sites of historic and religious significance, plus wildlife watching and beaches, Benin is developing as a travel destination.

Aug 17, 2023 • 4 min read

How one writer drove all over this jewel-like Central American country in under a week.

Aug 16, 2023 • 10 min read

With coastline trails and dizzying high-altitude scenery, explore Colombia with these top hiking routes.

Aug 15, 2023 • 6 min read

One Lonely Planet team member’s time glamping, hiking, biking and eating in and around southwestern Utah’s national parks will inspire you.

Aug 8, 2023 • 4 min read

There’s plenty to do in the Alps once the snow has melted.

Aug 4, 2023 • 6 min read

A recent trip to Kenya left Lonely Planet creative director Annie Greenberg “gobsmacked.” Here’s why.

Aug 3, 2023 • 7 min read

On our planet, there are two varieties of polar wonderland. Enter two writers to make the case for traveling to Antarctica and the Arctic.