Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet is a well-known publisher of travel guidebooks. Established in Australia in 1973, the company has sold more than 150 million books to date. It was started by Maureen and Tony Wheeler, a couple who set off on an adventurous journey from Europe to Asia and finally to Australia in 1972, retracing the path taken by the Oxford and Cambridge Far Eastern Expedition. The name "Lonely Planet" comes from a misinterpretation of the phrase "lovely planet" found in a song by Matthew Moore. Their very first book, titled Across Asia on the Cheap, was a 94-page guide created by the Wheelers in their home. The initial print run in 1973 featured simple stapled booklets with light blue cardboard covers. Tony Wheeler later returned to Asia to expand on their first book, leading to the release of Across Asia on the Cheap: A Complete Guide to Making the Overland Trip in 1975.

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Plan your trip to Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Ann Douglas Lott

Call this native southerner biased, but US beaches truly don't get any more sugar-white than on the Gulf Coast. The emerald waters are always warm (even into the fall), and they're backed by adorable beach towns painted in pretty pastel colorways. I'm recently back from a trip to Destin-Fort Walton Beach in Florida and can still smell the salty sea breeze, which has rekindled memories of childhood vacations spent along this crystal-clear coastline.
The Ultimate Guide to Summer - Lonely Planet

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com

Lonely Planet's Ultimate Guide to Summer features the best beaches, outdoors, food and more. Get expert tips and travel hacks. Subscribe for more!
Best time to book a flight

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Kathryn Wortley

More people are expected to travel by air in 2025 than ever before, with 5.2 billion passengers forecast to take at least one flight between January and December, a 6.7% increase year-over-year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). And there is no sign of any slowdown. Since global air traffic rebounded to pre-pandemic levels in 2024, travelers are increasingly eager to take trips by air.
Guide to the Peloponnese - Lonely Planet

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Kate Armstrong

Many first timers to Greece, enticed by the beaches and sun dash to a Greek island or two. But for authentic Greek culture, the Peloponnese, the mainland region that hangs like an upside down hand, is legendary. (And, if you are seeking myths, many a Greek God was “born” here, too.)For the traveler, the region’s valleys of olive and citrus groves, forested mountains and coastal stretches rival any isle.
Guide to Zakynthos - Lonely Planet

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Kerry Walker

Sidestep the southern coast's resorts and Zakynthos (sometimes called Zante) just might turn out to be the escape of your wildest Greek island dreams. It has a reputation as a party island, but that atmosphere is mostly contained to the south.
Iceland's Ring Road itinerary: 7 days around the island

1 week ago | lonelyplanet.com | Anthony Ham

Iceland’s Ring Road is one of the world’s most iconic drives. Tracing the contours of a remarkable landscape and taking you within reach of glaciers and volcanoes, the country’s Route 1 (1322km or 822 miles) is a two-lane road that unfurls like a magical Icelandic saga. Apart from the general wonder-at-large of the elemental terrain, you’ll have the chance to see canyons, waterfalls, hot-steam geysers and blue whales along the way.
The 10 best museums in London

2 weeks ago | lonelyplanet.com | Phoebe Harper

Home to the and nearly 200 different institutions, London scores highly when it comes to museums. In a city that prides itself on culture, you will find a bounty of museums ranging from cutting-edge contemporary spaces to wonderfully eclectic treasure troves hidden down unassuming side streets. In London, whatever your niche, there’s probably a museum for that.
13 of Europe's best under-the-radar summer vacation spots - Lonely Planet

2 weeks ago | lonelyplanet.com

Avoid overcrowding in Europe's summer high season by heading for these less-visited holiday destinations, from the wilds of Svalbard to Albania's beaches.
10 of the best outdoor pubs in London

2 weeks ago | lonelyplanet.com | Charlotte Maracina

As the weather begins to warm and the sun shines, Londoners will start crowding outside pubs, drinking a pint at all hours. After living in London for two years, I can attest that pubs in the summertime are truly unmatched. With over 3000 pubs and bars in the capital, knowing where to go for a laid-back day drink compared to a rowdy night out may seem impossible if you’re not from the area.
How to pair Greek Islands for a varied island-hopping trip

2 weeks ago | lonelyplanet.com | Kate Armstrong

So you’re planning to hit the Greek Islands and would like to hit more than one spot, but you’re not entirely sure where to go. Perhaps you’re looking to discover the “best” tiny beach cove in the Cyclades, or uncover archaeological treasures in the Dodecanese. And of course, wherever you venture, you intend to gorge yourself on local dishes and breathe in the aromas of wild herbs. The beauty of any Greek island is that you really can have it all in one visit.