Culture tips

Throughout April, we're honoring the ancient Arab tradition of hakawatis, or storytellers, highlighting the writers, performers, and poets who are driving the conversation around what it means to be Arab American today—and celebrating the rich culture and histories of the diaspora.

Lonely Planet Destination Editor Jessica Lockhart went to Western Australia for the wildflowers, but was won over by Perth’s immersive Indigenous experiences, stunning scenery and innovative culinary scene. Here, she shares how she spent her week — and why Perth is perfect at any time of year.

Just steps from modern Scandinavian waterfront apartments and some of Copenhagen’s most important historic and cultural landmarks lies the enigmatic neighborhood of Christiania.

Mobile is one of our Best Places to Go in the North America for 2024, part of our global guide to the Best Places to Go in 2024—find more travel inspiration here.

When it comes to one of the highest honors in the culinary world, the James Beard Awards lead the pack and are among the most coveted awards a restaurant and chef can receive. Today the James Beard Foundation® announced its Restaurant and Chef Awards nominees in advance of the James Beard Awards® ceremonies this Summer.

From March 22nd to 24th, from 8 PM to 11 PM, Parco Miralfiore hosts Daan Roosegaarde’s poetic installation (Italy’s first) with thousands of biodegradable fireflies to narrate, marvelously, how to reconnect with the environment.  

A trip to Albuquerque­ offers a unique chance to care­ for yourself.

This article will show you exactly how you can maximize your experience in Miami with these top activities.

By lending your unique skills and passionate spirit to a cause resonating with your values, you can catalyze the change you wish to see in the world.

In this article we delve into how these tours are not only altering perceptions but also shaping modern travel experiences, offering a blend of education, sustainability, and community engagement.

Our aim is to arm you with the information needed to plan your next green getaway responsibly and enjoyably.

The Qatar Airways Garden pavilion welcomed over 250,000 visitors during the international event

This achievement underscores the hotel’s unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, excellent design, and community wellbeing.

One lucky fan can stay overnight at Old Trafford for an immersive experience that celebrates the football, fashion, and culture of Manchester United’s most iconic era, only through Marriott Bonvoy.

Travelers are putting more focus on add-ons and experiential travel, seeking escapism and immersion into local cultures.

Sokobanja, “the Falcon” in Belgrade, is a 187-year-old spa town blending natural beauty with cultural heritage. With diverse attractions and strategic marketing, it’s a global tourism choice under expert leadership.

For those wishing to experience a taste of what the city has to offer, the Vienna Tourist Board is unveiling their innovate new marketing campaign, “microdose vienna”.

Japan’s public transportation is known for its punctuality, efficiency and high-quality service, which means train travel is a great way to see the countryside and to experience Japanese culture — even if you’re squeezed into Tokyo’s crowded Yamanote line at rush hour or experiencing the popular high-speed Shinkansen bullet train.

Multigenerational travel has been growing in the past couple of years, a trend that only accelerated in 2023 as the pandemic faded, according to the 2023 Family Travel Association (FTA) Annual Family Travel Survey of 3,300 parents and grandparents.

Washington is a state of dramatic differences, both physical and cultural. The east mixes vineyards with stark landscapes scarred by past glacial activity, while the west is a patchwork of drippy evergreen forests, clinging to the skirts of snowy mountain ranges punctuated by dome-shaped volcanoes.

Back in 2005 I wrote a book called Solo Traveler, so I’ve been long-time fan of going it alone.