wildlife and nature
Botswana walking safaris let you slow down and savor the KalahariFeb 20, 2020 • 7 min read
A slow, sustainable walking safari in Botswana is the perfect way to meet the wildlife of the Kalahari up close and personal.
Sustainable Travel
skiingThis national park in Eastern Europe combines adventure and sustainability perfectlyFeb 20, 2020 • 3 min read
From hiking to wildlife watching, Bulgaria's Rila National Park uses sustainable initiatives that active eco travellers will love.
sustainable travel9 great sustainable travel products for your next tripFeb 18, 2020 • 6 min read
From solar-powered packs to recycled goods galore, these nine travel products make a positive impact on the earth, leaving you to enjoy your next trip guilt…
sustainable travelWhat would a truly eco-friendly city look like? We ask the experts as Indonesia plans to build new capitalFeb 18, 2020 • 6 min read
Indonesia is set to build a new capital city from scratch. We ask experts what a city fit for the future would look like.
sustainable travelWill sustainable air travel ever be possible?Feb 18, 2020 • 7 min read
Here’s how airlines are showcasing their eco credentials and what it all means for the future of air travel.
sustainable travelHow to rent outdoor gear when travelingFeb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Outdoor gear rental companies allow travelers to minimize what they pack, save money, and reduce the carbon footprint of their trip overall.
public transportHow sustainable are planes, trains and coaches on top European routes?Feb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Plane, train or coach? Lonely Planet looks at cost, journey time and carbon emissions across five European routes.
family travel10 tips for taking a long-distance train with kidsFeb 11, 2020 • 5 min read
We’re living in an era where reducing your carbon footprint is no longer a choice but now viewed as a necessity. If you are a family who love to travel and you…
historyCemetery tourism: an ethical traveller's guide to graveyardsFeb 11, 2020 • 6 min read
Find yourself gravitating towards graveyards when you travel? Here’s how to be a responsible tombstone tourist.
hikingSelf-reflection not selfies: why Tokyo’s Mt Takao trek is a perfect complement to Mt FujiFeb 5, 2020 • 3 min read
Beautiful, spiritual and lacking crowds, Mt Takao could be the perfect complement to a Mt Fuji trek, and one of Tokyo’s most enjoyable day trips.
sustainable travelHow one eco-resort is removing plastic from Todos SantosFeb 4, 2020 • 7 min read
The owners of Todos Santos Eco Adventures saw plastic waste turning off tourists and decided to do something about it.
cyclingBogotá's weekly car-free Ciclovia gives visitors and locals a chance to explore by bikeFeb 4, 2020 • 5 min read
Bogotá transforms itself every Sunday into a haven for non-motorized traffic and you're welcome to join the festivities.
sustainable travelWhy now is the time to plan a trip to AustraliaFeb 4, 2020 • 6 min read
The world has been rattled by Australia's bushfires but there’s never been a better time to visit and support communities that need it most.
wildlife and natureVisiting the French Alps in the time of climate changeJan 29, 2020 • 5 min read
The Chamonix Valley is still an idyllic snow-sure destination but even France's highest peaks are seeing the effects of climate change.
sustainable travelHow to have a sustainable visit to the Great Barrier ReefJan 28, 2020 • 5 min read
Australia's Great Barrier Reef is a 2300km-long ribbon of colour and life. Here's how to have a sustainable visit to the world's largest living organism.
wildlife and natureHow to be sustainable on your hiking tripJan 27, 2020 • 5 min read
From taking the best gear to following trail rules, this guide to responsible hiking will help you reduce your impact on the environment during your trek.
public transportWhy you should consider taking the bus to your European city breakJan 26, 2020 • 6 min read
Looking for a more sustainable European city break, Emily Frost travelled by bus from London to Krakow. Here's what she learned, and why she'd do it again.
sustainable travelHow to visit Puerto Rico after the earthquakesJan 24, 2020 • 5 min read
Wondering whether it’s too soon to visit Puerto Rico after the earthquakes? We explain why now could be an ideal time to visit the island.
sportsHow to be a sustainable scuba diverJan 23, 2020 • 5 min read
The oceans are home to incredible marine life in an ecosystem that needs to be protected. Here's what to look out for when being a responsible diver.
wildlife and natureLonely Planet’s Travel Goals book will get you out of your travel rutJan 21, 2020 • 4 min read
Lonely Planet's new book Travel Goals: Inspiring Experiences to Transform Your Life outlines diverse activities all over the world that are sure to change how…
sustainable travelHow 1000 mermaid sculptures are poised to save Florida's oceansJan 20, 2020 • 3 min read
The 1000 Mermaid Artificial Reef Project is committed to saving Florida's disappearing coral reefs.
historyDiscover how this couture designer brings sustainable fashion to Columbus, OhioJan 20, 2020 • 6 min read
Columbus, Ohio has the third-largest concentration of fashion designers in the United States – including one turning Midwestern wool into couture fashion at…