If you hear the phrase “wet season” and shiver, you’re not alone. Many people who’ve not experienced the country run (or fly) in the opposite direction at the thought of massive rainstorms eating away at their beach time. But wet season also translates to ‘low season’, and savvy travelers know there are some major benefits
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Looking to travel in Hanoi? Well, we’ve got the best Vietnam travel blog on where to stay in Hanoi, the best Hanoi restaurants, shopping in Hanoi and the best nightlife spots! The best place to begin in Hanoi is with the city’s top tourist draw– the Old Quarter. Here, centuries of commerce can be charted amid
(CNN) — In May 2018, Abu Dhabi opened a suspension bridge allowing travelers to drive or cycle over the sea. On one side was Abu Dhabi’s mainland — home of its famous mosque and Louvre museum. At the other? Al Hudayriat Island, an island that offers 600 meters (1,970 feet) of quiet beach. Al Hudayriat
Wonderings: rambles through and reflections on travel… this month, James Kay says that Notre Dame will emerge from the recent fire as an even greater monument © Joe Davis / Lonely Planet Many years ago, I climbed the spiral staircase that winds its way up to the balcony connecting the two towers of the Cathédrale
One of the great charms of Bruges is its canals, which wind through the historic centre of the city. Some of these are quiet backwaters, overhung by willows, frequented by swans; others are busy with canal tour boats, but these stop at night, leaving the waters still to reflect the skyline of spires and stepped
Two Carnival Cruise Ships collide at port in Cozumel, Mexico on Dec. 20th, 2019. Photo: Matthew Bruin Two Carnival Cruise ships collided near the port of Cozumel, Mexico, on Friday morning, causing damage to at least one of the ships and at least one reported injury, according to the company. “Carnival Glory was maneuvering to
Ever since 1911, the world has celebrated International Women’s Day on the 8th March. It may be 2019 (and we can celebrate women all day every day, k?) but we’re not going to pass up an opportunity to talk about how amazing they are. In the spirit of IWD, we asked female employees across STA
Dec. 19th, 2019 Up until this past October, it had been 14 years since I was standing along the streets of Lima, Peru. Fresh out of high school, I was eager to open up my world to everything this South American city had to offer. Since then, I’ve made my way across the globe experiencing
The Land Down Under is a pretty pet-friendly place, you know. After all, what else would you expect from a country that takes meticulous care of its rich and diverse wildlife? A place where you would literally get off the road and around the wallabies frolicking in the afternoon sunshine so as not to disturb
(CNN) — From vibrant, culture-laden cities to peaceful areas of outstanding natural beauty, the UK is an incredibly diverse destination for travelers. Here’s our pick of 25 of the best places to visit in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland: Isles of Scilly The Isles of Scilly have arguably the UK’s best sunsets. Shutterstock Situated
Where will our Pathfinders take you this month? © Alexander Ippolitov / Shutterstock From New York’s stunning street art scene to Siberia’s wild winter wonderlands, our Pathfinders have been jet-setting across the globe and have returned with ever more inspiring tales of their adventures. Check out March’s round-up of our favourite blogs, Instagrams and videos.
Budapest is one of Europe’s most romantic cities, with broad boulevards, classical buildings and the Danube sweeping through its middle. This is a place for riverside strolls past illuminated bridges before splurging on dinner in one of its several Michelin-starred restaurants. You might be looking for a plush hotel with windows overlooking the water or
The Chinese consumers’ expensive taste is driving growth of the luxury market and fueling a boom in luxury five-star hotels in cities across China. The number of wealthy Chinese recently surpassed the number of wealthy Americans, according to Credit Suisse. The survey found 100 million Chinese in the world’s top 10% of richest people, while
Most people associate Ireland with St Patrick’s Day, Guinness and outrageously drunk (but fun) locals. And you’d only be partially right. From beautiful coastlines to the music and arts scene, Ireland is a year-round destination, for so much more than just testing out your liver. Gwen Jones, STA Travel brochure manager and ex-student of Ireland,
All images credit Marriott Hotels and Resorts Miami is one of the world’s most popular destinations and with good reason. From the idyllic beaches and exciting night life of South Beach to the art and cultural offerings of the Midtown and Design districts. Brickell and Downtown are centrally located within a short distance to all
Recently, I had an incredible opportunity to travel to Taiwan for 11 days with STA Travel, My Taiwan Tour, and the Taiwan Tourism Bureau of North America and WOW was it incredible! Every day was filled with so much beauty, adventure and of course, fantastic food! Sightseeing in Taiwan We visited some truly unreal places
Riga is the capital of Latvia, Eastern Europe. It is a lively city famous for its astonishing architecture and medieval Old Town. Here you can check out our personal list of top 5 things you cannot miss when you are lucky enough to visit Riga. Things to do in Riga, Latvia Stop by the House
The idea is that non-ticketed visitors will use the program to surprise arriving loved ones, enjoy extra time with friends and family and, of course, spend money at the airport’s stores and restaurants. The Port of Seattle is set to officially announce the SEA Visitor Pass program in a Monday news conference, Sea-Tac Airport spokesman
Sunset in the breathtaking El Valle ©Timothy Cohen Lonely Planet Pathfinder, Timothy Cohen, is recently back from a whirlwind trip around Panama – one of our top countries to visit in 2019. From deserted beaches to bustling, urban hubs, here’s what he discovered… Panama has always been a mystery to me. All I knew about
Wild moors and soft dales, cracking beers and a big heart It would be a cheap shot to say Yorkshire is England’s best county simply because it’s the largest. The latter is obviously true but what makes it such a cracking place to spend a weekend (preferably longer) is the variety. Take the scenery; not
Google released its “Year in Search 2019” results this week, which showed the travel destinations that had the highest spikes in searches in the U.S. from this year to last. The list shows what’s trending — not necessarily what’s most popular — so don’t be surprised if your favorite Caribbean island or mouse-themed amusement park
I’m Tristan, world traveler, NYU post-grad student, and chaser of exciting cultural experiences. My two trips to India covered 2 months, cumulatively, and although it sounds like a lot of time, for a boundless country like India, it’s barely scratching the surface. This list of travel tips will help you get the most of your
Shea Peters Once a year, you should go somewhere you’ve never been. With the beginning of a new decade ahead, there are new opportunities to dedicate yourself to self-care and spending time in places that enhance your well-being. If you’ve never traveled to the Florida Keys, treat yourself and discover one of the most unique
Hey fellow travellers! Alexx here from Finding Alexx, I’m visiting a new country every week for a year with my route based off the cheapest flight each Tuesday. Crazy? Yes. Epic? Also yes. Here’s what I got up to in week 2. Surfies, foodies and culture vultures are going to LOVE the second stop of my
Japan is a very beautiful country with lots to experience. Its like experienceing something new each day. It will not stop to awe you. But being a vegetarian poses some problems. They are farily unknown to the concept of vegetarianism. So prepare yourself ahead to enjoy Japan without going hungry! 🙂 Best thing to do
(CNN) — A photograph that dates back to 1875 is believed to be the earliest family photo taken at Stonehenge. The image shows Isabel, Maud and Robert Routh as they enjoy a day out at the ancient site, complete with horse and carriage. The photographs will be displayed as part of an exhibition to chronicle
Wonderings: rambles through and reflections on travel… this month, James Kay travels to the parallel universe of the theme park © Joe Davis / Lonely Planet It’s a special week for the 177,000-odd people in England and Wales, and many more around the world, who define their religion as Jedi: Saturday is Star Wars Day
High on the ski area, more than 1,000m above the Austrian resorts of Kitzbühel and Kirchberg, conditions were grim. Snow was falling, but it was wet and sticky; and visibility was so poor, anyone unfamiliar with the mountains was reduced to following other skiers in the hope that they knew where they were going. It
Grounded Boeing 737 MAX aircraft are seen parked in an aerial photo at Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington, July 1, 2019. Lindsey Wasson | Reuters Travelers are concerned about the safety of the Boeing 737 Max and many will be hesitant to fly on it — even after regulators deem it safe, a survey released
Our ‘Local Insider Series’ focuses on bringing you the lowdown on various cities across the globe, straight from the mouth of the locals. So you know it’s not bull. To launch the series, we asked Kate Beveridge, one of our Travel Experts down in Adelaide, to tell us everything we need to know about this