wildlife and nature
The best US national parks for spring wildflowersFeb 28, 2020 • 6 min read
As spring arrives, many of the USA's national parks blossom with wildflower. Here are our favorite places to see spring and summer blooms.
Wildlife and Nature
festivals and eventsExploring Japanese traditions in the ‘Deep North’ region of TohokuFeb 27, 2020 • 5 min read
Explore Tohoku - Japan's far north - a land of elemental nature and ancient customs.
wildlife and natureHere’s what you can expect on a Lonely Planet Experiences tour of Western USAFeb 25, 2020 • 5 min read
The scale of the canyons and mountains in Western USA is intimidating. Let Lonely Planet Experiences help you see the highlights with a local guide.
luxuryBest destinations for a glam girls getawayFeb 24, 2020 • 7 min read
A girls getaway is good for the soul. Here are our top picks for a memorable girls trip.
historyUnder the radar USA: Islamorada is a gem of the Florida KeysFeb 24, 2020 • 5 min read
Often considered a midpoint for travelers on the Overseas Highway, Islamorada is much more than a pass-through. Islamorada remains more hippy than its northern…
wildlife and natureHiking in New Zealand with a toddler is a lot easier than you imagineFeb 24, 2020 • 6 min read
Avid hiker Elen Turner is introducing her daughter to the great outdoors by bringing her on a selection of New Zealand’s many toddler-friendly hikes.
wildlife and natureCanada’s best polar bear experiences aren’t where you think they areFeb 21, 2020 • 5 min read
Lots of people know of the polar bear experiences in Churchill. But further north you can see them even closer.
wildlife and natureBotswana 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.
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.
family travelWhy a mother-daughter adventure will be great for her... and for youFeb 20, 2020 • 5 min read
When your daughter wants to go ziplining, you say yes. Here’s why a mother-daughter adventure is great for both of you.
wildlife and natureCelebrate spring with lush backpacking trips near Portland, OregonFeb 19, 2020 • 6 min read
Cold, gray days are the perfect time to plan a Pacific Northwest hike. Start early so you’re ready when the trails open.
campingHow to road trip the Rocky Mountains on a budgetFeb 17, 2020 • 5 min read
From Colorado’s incredible Black Canyon to Wyoming’s Grand Tetons and beyond, this road trip is all about peak experiences.
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.
wildlife and natureNewfoundland's Long Range Traverse is a thrilling hike, scramble, and slideFeb 12, 2020 • 6 min read
Cutting across challenging landscapes, Newfoundland's Long Range Traverse is one of the hardest hiking trails in Canada.
wildlife and natureWild weddings: where to get married outdoors in the UKFeb 12, 2020 • 6 min read
If you want to get wed in the great outdoors, we've got the perfect round up of outdoor wedding locations in the UK.
wildlife and natureWhere the wild things are: tracking Guyana’s iconic wildlifeFeb 10, 2020 • 6 min read
One of the world’s most densely forested nations, Guyana might be South America’s best-kept wildlife-watching secret.
wildlife and natureWhy Sweden should be your next safari holidayFeb 10, 2020 • 6 min read
Long a place of vast forests, numerous lakes and long coastline, Sweden has recently become Europe’s most underrated wildlife-watching destination.
historyDitch the Rainbow Mountain crowds on this Peruvian hikeFeb 7, 2020 • 4 min read
Peru's Rainbow Mountains are stunning. But there's always a crowd. For a bit more elbow room and comparable views trek through the Ausangate Mountains.
foodIreland's most romantic getawaysFeb 6, 2020 • 6 min read
Ireland is a magical destination for a romantic getaway, with fairy-tale forests, picturesque towns, and awe-inspiring scenery.
wildlife and natureHawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is still a hot destinationFeb 5, 2020 • 5 min read
Despite Kilauea’s 2018 eruption, the park remains a fantastic place to explore the geology and history of paradise.
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.
wildlife and natureLessons from the Dientes de Navarino trailFeb 5, 2020 • 9 min read
Bailey Freeman shares what she learned from her experience hiking the Dientes de Navarino trail in Chilean Patagonia.