tips and advice
Brittany in 10 dishes
Jun 14, 2024 • 7 min read
Taste your way around Brittany through these 10 unique – and uniquely tasty –dishes and drinks, from savory crêpes to decadent salted-butter caramel.
road trips
The best credit cards for gas in 2024
Jun 14, 2024 • 21 min read
You could be saving big as you pull up to the pump. Here's an expert's guide to the best credit cards for gas.
art and culture
A first-time guide to Pondicherry, India
Jun 14, 2024 • 6 min read
A French-inflected town plonked down on the coast of Tamil Nadu, Puduch*erry (Pondicherry) is one of India’s most memorable destinations.
12 of the best islands in Europe
Jun 14, 2024 • 9 min read
Whether you want to bask on a white-sand beach or watch the northern lights from a snowy isle, Europe has an island for you. Here are the best.
food and drink
Local Flavor: where to eat and drink in Manhattan
Jun 14, 2024 • 8 min read
Finally: the big bad beast of an article about where exactly you should eat in Manhattan.
destination practicalities
When is the best time to visit Porto?
Jun 14, 2024 • 4 min read
Porto's calendar is packed with seasonal celebrations. Choose the perfect time for your trip with our guide to the best time to visit.
luxury
Copy My Trip: A luxury train trip through the Canadian Rockies
Jun 14, 2024 • 8 min read
Lonely Planet Destination Editor Melissa Yeager traveled bytrain through the Canadian Rockies.Here are her tips for anyone planning a similar trip.
budget travel
The 10 best day trips from Atlanta
Jun 14, 2024 • 9 min read
Atlanta is the fun-filled gateway to the myriad delights of the American southeast. Here's a guide to the best day trips from Atlanta.
shopping
Lyon in 5 Shops: wine, cheese and bookshop cafes
Jun 14, 2024 • 4 min read
From innovative stores doing clothing rentals to places selling delicious wine and cheese, here is our guide to Lyon's best independent shops.
train travel
The train journey from Lisbon to Madrid is a slow-travel showstopper
Jun 14, 2024 • 5 min read
Take your time traveling between these two capital cities and discover new places to love in the countryside.
activities
11 of the best things to do in Santorini
Jun 14, 2024 • 6 min read
Where do you start when it comes to stunning Santorini? Let our round-up of the top things to do on this Greek isle help you plan the vacation of a lifetime.
destination practicalities
A first-timer’s guide to Reykjavík
Jun 14, 2024 • 9 min read
Iceland's capital offers stunning natural beauty, arty culture, geothermal wonders and the chance to see the Northern Lights. Here's all you need to know.
food and drink
9 of the best pizzas in the US and where to try them
Jun 13, 2024 • 13 min read
From Chicago deep-dish to the "red strips" of Rhode Island, here are the best places to try the many different pizza styles of the USA.
hotels
10 amazing U.S. hotels you can book with points in 2024
Jun 13, 2024 • 10 min read
Enjoy all the luxuries of a 5-star hotel without breaking the bank: 10 top hotels in the U.S. you can book with points.
activities
Get your 10 thousand steps on the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail
Jun 13, 2024 • 4 min read
Meander through Atlanta's neighborhoods and make pitstops to eat, drink and be merry on this self-guided tour of the BeltLine Eastside Trail.
destination practicalities
A first-time guide to South Dakota
Jun 13, 2024 • 8 min read
Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime in ancient, wild South Dakotawith our guide for first-time visitors.
art
Top 16 things to do in Atlanta
Jun 13, 2024 • 7 min read
Whether you're into history, sport or the arts, "Hotlanta" has something new to see on every visit. Here are some of the best things to do in Atlanta.
tips and advice
Traveling to Hawaii with points and miles for 2024
Jun 13, 2024 • 19 min read
Don your flower lei and kick back on the beach with this guide to using points and miles to travel to Hawaii.
tips and advice
Do credit card rewards, points and miles expire?
Jun 13, 2024 • 19 min read
A helpful guide to steps you can take to ensure you never lose out on redeeming your points & miles before they expire.
beaches
The best places to go in Europe in August
Jun 13, 2024 • 6 min read
Europe in summer is sublime. Here are 6 incredible places to go to get away from the August crowds.
local voices
Italy vs Croatia: which Mediterranean country is right for you?
Jun 13, 2024 • 8 min read
How can you ever choose between two incredible destinations such as Italy and Croatia? Let our experts convince you which one is perfect for you.
destination practicalities
How to get around Amsterdam, one of Europe’s easiest cities to explore
Jun 13, 2024 • 7 min read
Whether by tram, on foot, in a car or (of course) atop a bicycle, Amsterdam is a breeze to get around. Here’s all you need to know about transport options.
FAQs
What is the controversy with the Lonely Planet? ›
In March 2019, Lonely Planet posted a video on Facebook falsely claiming that the Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines were created by the Chinese, leading to criticism.
Is Lonely Planet out of business? ›The Lonely Planet magazine published in the English language has ceased to operate. We do still publish in a few other languages. The challenges of publishing a magazine in today's media market are numerous, but we remain forever grateful to our loyal readers.
What happened to the Lonely Planet apps? ›As users, we want you to be among the first to know. At the end of February 2022 Guides by Lonely Planet will no longer be supported or updated. You'll still be able to use the app and related content on your device, but there won't be further development of this app.
Who bought out Lonely Planet? ›CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Red Ventures, a platform of digital businesses, has acquired Lonely Planet, a leading global travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand from NC2 Media for an undisclosed amount.
What is the Lonely Planet you rule? ›You can be king, queen, big chief, emperor, president, dictator or whatever you decree. Includes fun projects to complete, bold full-colour illustrations and fascinating facts about the world's micronations. Get ready to claim your throne, because right here, right now, you rule! For rulers aged 8 years and up.
Do people still use Lonely Planet? ›While most people still used Lonely Planet (and guidebooks in general) for preplanning, they reiterated what I kept hearing on the road: the books seem to get more out of date, the writing has lost its edge, the guides have gotten more upscale and less about offbeat and budget destinations, the website is hard to use, ...
Is Rick Steves or Lonely Planet better? ›I will tell you that I am sort of leaning towards the Lonely Planet, specifically because it seems to have more images and photographs, and seems a little more "quick reference" in my opinion, where as Rick Steves seems much more wordy.
Is Rough Guide or Lonely Planet better? ›As Mikhael Belanger suggests, it really does depend on the author. For some regions, the Lonely Planet is better than the Rough Guide. In others, it's the reverse. If you spend a few minutes skimming each, you'll get a sense of which author has put more love into their book.
What is the alternative to Lonely Planet? ›travel guide book publisher. The best alternatives to Lonely Planet are Basetrip, Sygic Travel Maps Offline, and Sidekix.
What company owns Lonely Planet? ›In 2020, Lonely Planet was acquired by Red Ventures.
Since then, we've been working hard to meet the needs of travelers as they re-engage with the world online and through our iconic books - helping more people discover and decide where they'll go, how they'll get there, and what to do when they arrive.
What is the difference between Lonely Planet and Lonely Planet experience? ›
Lonely Planet's new Experience series is a guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. These are not your traditional guidebooks. We've done away with pages of listings, opening hours and phone numbers that are better checked online.
Do people still use guidebooks? ›Travel guidebook sales were down 25% in the first quarter of 2021 compared with the same period last year, according to NPD BookScan, which collects data on book sales.
Where is Lonely Planet located? ›| Parent company | Lonely Planet Global, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Headquarters location | Franklin, Tennessee |
| Distribution | Grantham Book Service (UK) Hachette Book Group(North America) United Book Distributors Australia |
| Key people | Luis Cabrera (CEO) |
In 1973, exactly 50 years ago, the very first Lonely Planet guide, Across Asia on the Cheap, written by the company's co-founder Tony Wheeler, was published.
How much is Tony Wheeler worth? ›BBC Worldwide bought 75 percent of their share of the company in 2007 and their remaining 25 percent in February 2011, bringing the couple's net worth to $190 million. His books since Lonely Planet include Bad Lands and Unlikely Destinations.
Who owns Lonely Planet? ›Lonely Planet is joining Red Ventures, a portfolio of online brands. Lonely Planet, the venerable publisher of travel guides, children's and food books, has been sold to Red Ventures by its owner NC2 Media for an undisclosed sum.
What is the story of the play Lonely Planet? ›Lonely Planet, despite its quips and comedy is ultimately a play about mourning and being forgotten: Jody struggles to cope with how much physical space Carl's mourning takes up and Carl struggles with how much space his mourning take up in his mind.