Wildlife and Nature

Mar 16, 2023 • 11 min read

Hikers will find that mile for mile, the tiny islands of Hawaii cannot be topped for heart-stopping vistas and soulful beauty.

Mar 16, 2023 • 12 min read

Planning to visit an Irish island? Hundred dot the coast – and here are nine of the best for a unique escape.

Mar 16, 2023 • 3 min read

Whether it's for wildlife or a slice of lakeside serenity.

Mar 15, 2023 • 6 min read

Travel with friends, visit off season, eat local and more: here’s how to save money as you plan that big trip to dreamy Malawi.

Mar 13, 2023 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet editor Brekke Fletcher reports on her trip to the exclusive, creative and beautiful colony of Costa Careyes on Mexico’s Pacific coast.

Mar 9, 2023 • 7 min read

For anyone drawn to nature and outdoor adventures, Malawi is a wonderful destination. Here are the best things to do there.

Mar 8, 2023 • 4 min read

There’s no shortage of epic things to do in mystical, magical Iceland. Let Elsewhere plan a perfect itinerary by connecting you with their local expert.

Mar 2, 2023 • 7 min read

With diverse terrain, outstanding landscapes and well-maintained trails, hiking in the US is a joy. These are the best hikes to add to your list for 2023.

Feb 23, 2023 • 7 min read

Japan has reopened, so it's time to look again at the country's greatest hits for first-timers and repeat visitors

Feb 22, 2023 • 6 min read

If you’re dreaming about Colombia, this itinerary from Elsewhere by Lonely Planet will inspire you to pull the trigger and go. 

Feb 16, 2023 • 6 min read

From witnessing huge icebergs break off to close-ups of the Statue of Liberty, these are the best national park experiences in the USA for 2023.

Feb 9, 2023 • 7 min read

The beautiful Caribbean has countless places where couples can discover romance. Here are eight of the best.

Feb 8, 2023 • 5 min read

Morocco has hiking trails for all abilities – with a tasty tagine waiting at your journey’s end.

Feb 7, 2023 • 5 min read

Photographer Evan Ruderman recently spent 10 days trekking through – and photographing – Chile’s stunning Torres del Paine national park.

Jan 31, 2023 • 5 min read

Caves, a hidden lodge and panoramic fog-filled vistas await along the best hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Jan 30, 2023 • 16 min read

Nature can be the best classroom and the Galápagos archipelago has much to teach us.

Jan 12, 2023 • 9 min read

For decades, safari hotel design has been dominated by colonial tropes. Thankfully, that’s starting to change.

Jan 12, 2023 • 5 min read

Spring means cherry blossom season in Japan, but the romance is fleeting lasting only for a week or two. Here the five best places to join the festivities.

Jan 10, 2023 • 11 min read

Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages.

Jan 10, 2023 • 3 min read

Lonely Planet correspondent Bailey Freeman recently returned from the Ecuadorian Andes. She brought home few memories – and a few photos, too.

Jan 7, 2023 • 8 min read

With more than 700 stunning islands making up The Bahamas, picking the best beach is no easy task. Here's our list of the best beaches in The Bahamas.

Jan 4, 2023 • 5 min read

Michigan’s national parks aren’t household names – which is why these pristine natural treasures are yours to explore, without the crowds.