Play buttonGoogle Earth Discover 50 endangered languages on Google Earth's new platformLonely Planet - Sasha BradyAccording to Unesco, as many as half of the world’s 7000 languages are expected to disappear by the end of this century, but a new platform from Google Earth might offer these languages a lifeline. The
Crystals Europe's largest crystal geode opens to visitors in SpainLonely Planet - Esme FoxEurope’s largest crystal geode has opened to the public for the first time. Geoda de Pulpí is located in the village of Pilar de Jaravía in Spain’s southern Almería province, and opened for tours for first
travel news A hotel that only allows women to stay has opened in SpainLonely Planet - Sasha BradyWomen-only hotel floors have been around for some time but in Spain they’re taking the concept even further with the country’s first hotel that caters exclusively to women. The four-star Som Dona hotel
Belgrade From Belgrade to Buenos Aires, these are the world's best party citiesLonely Planet - Sasha BradyBelgrade’s reputation as the world’s hottest party spot is still going strong, according to new research. The gritty Serbian capital offers a varied and buzzing nightlife every night of the week, with
Salt Lake City, UT This passenger had a whole flight and crew all to himself in the USLonely Planet - Andrea SmithMost of us secretly believe that flying would be even more amazing if it wasn’t for the proximity it places you to other people, which is why one man from the US struck gold when he was the only passenger
travel news Campaigners urge tourists to boycott Sri Lanka elephant attractionsLonely Planet - Andrea SmithVisitors to Sri Lanka have been urged by several animal welfare organisations to boycott elephant attractions that use elephants for entertainment purposes This occurred after images of an emaciated 70-year-old
Play buttonPaddington Bear The UK may just have released the cutest coin yetLonely Planet - AnneMarie McCarthyThe Royal Mint have given travellers to the UK a big reason to always check your change – and maybe put some aside as souvenirs – with the production of a strong contender for the cutest coin in existence.
travel news The world's friendliest cities... did your favourite destination make the list?Lonely Planet - Sasha BradyVancouver has long been rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities but it’s just been recognised as the world’s friendliest in a new international survey. Vancouver is dripping in charms from dazzling
Engagement Rings Forget something? This chic London hotel’s vending machine offers engagement ringsLonely Planet - Freya DrohanA hotel committed to reducing waste has done away with the traditional in-room minibar concept, but don’t worry, there’s still convenience on-demand, and even an emergency engagement ring, should the strike.
Edward Hopper Now you can spend a night in an Edward Hopper paintingLonely Planet - Maya StantonEdward Hopper is known for his authentic take on hotels, motels, diners, and more – and come fall, one of the very spaces he painted will become even more realistic, coming to life to welcome guests for
Virgin Australia Virgin Australia announces a baggage allowance for infantsLonely Planet - Andrea SmithTravelling with a baby can be tricky on the baggage front because for such small people, they sure need a lot of equipment and accessories. On that basis, parents will be delighted to learn that one Australian
travel news Travel back to the 1920s in the new Orient Express suitesLonely Planet - Benedetta GeddoThe legendary Orient Express train, with its atmosphere that plunges its guests back into the first decades of the 20th century, will be adding three new grand suites in 2020. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
travel news Downsizing to a tiny home can influence lifestyles in unexpected ways.Lonely Planet - Andrea SmithInterest is surging in tiny travel homes that combine all the features of a cosy home with the benefits of a travel trailer into one cohesive unit, but did you know that owning a tiny home is also eco-friendly?
travel news This 24-year-old has taken his off-grid shed to van life extremesLonely PlanetEveryone can only dream of taking to the roads and never coming back home. But one 24-year-old went a step further and brought his with him. Meet Tom Duckworth, a car restorer and builder from Bath who
travel news What are Airbnb's most popular fall travel destinations?Lonely Planet - Sasha BradyFrom autumn leaves in Alpine peaks to sunshine on Caribbean beaches, these are the top 10 trending destinations Airbnb guests are travelling to this fall. Based on internal booking data, Airbnb has just
travel news Indonesia is looking to create 10 new Balis to boost tourismLonely Planet - Andrea SmithWhen it comes to visiting Indonesia, travellers tend to favour Bali, attracted by its beautiful beaches, rich culture and amazing temples. In an effort to encourage visitors to check out other destinations,
travel news This is the unique Italian hotel where the Beckhams are vacationingLonely Planet - Benedetta GeddoItaly is, without a doubt, a celebrity hotspot for summer holidays. Every year, VIPs from every part of the world flock to the country’s beaches and art cities, drawing the world’s eyes towards the many
Off Broadway Why now is the best time to catch a show on BroadwayLonely Planet - Maya StantonBroadway aficionados are well acquainted with the TKTS booths around New York, not to mention all the other discount brokers promising cheap tickets to highly rated shows. Here’s the thing, though: Most
Disney California Adventure Disneyland is throwing an after-hours Halloween party inspired by The Nightmare Before ChristmasLonely Planet - Jack PalfreyAll hail the Pumpkin King! Fans of Tim Burton’s spooky festive film The Nightmare Before Christmas might recognise hints of Halloween Town at Disneyland during October as Jack Skellington the Pumpkin and
Film (UK) Rewind time with a VHS at the Nineties Video StoreLonely Planet - Sasha BradyVisitors to London can take a trip down memory with a visit to the Nineties Video Store pop-up at the BFI Southbank. When it was introduced in the 1970s, the VHS (Video Home System) turned every home a
Ian Fleming Rent the Jamaican villa where Ian Fleming created James BondLonely Planet - Andrea SmithIf you fancy the idea of staying somewhere that might inspire literary inspiration, the villa where writer Ian Fleming created James Bond might leave you both shaken and stirred. The Fleming Villa at in
travel news Egypt will soon be getting its first vertical forest, the very first one in AfricaLonely Planet - Benedetta GeddoThe project for the very first vertical woods in Africa has just been unveiled, and construction works are set to begin next year. The Italian-based Stefano Boeri Architetti firm has revealed its design
Play buttonHelsinki Here's how Helsinki wants to make your visit more sustainableLonely Planet - Andrea SmithWe’re all about sustainability these days, and travellers to Helsinki can participate in a local programme that has been launched in response to citizen concern about climate change. The Think Sustainably
Dolce & Gabbana You can own Dolce & Gabbana’s villa on Stromboli IslandLonely Planet - Andrea SmithIf you fancy the idea of living somewhere with true fashion credentials and you have a few million euro to spare, you may like to check out the stunning Sicilian villa owned by fashion designers Domenico
Madame Tussauds Waxwork Meghan moves away from Prince Harry at London’s Madame TussaudsLonely Planet - Claire NaylorMadame Tussauds in London has separated the waxwork models of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, to reflect Meghan’s ‘A-list roots, rather than her royal status’. Meghan’s waxwork likeness will be surrounded
travel news UK airports are making you pay more to say goodbye to loved onesLonely Planet - Andrea SmithIf you plan to drop off excited loved ones or collect them from flights in the UK, you should factor into your budget that three-quarters of its airports have increased pick-up charges and more than a
travel news An Insta-famous Japanese bakery opens in NYCLonely Planet - Maya StantonWith a social-media following ravenous for its desserts, a Japan-based bakery has opened in Midtown, introducing its cult-favorite cheesecake to New York diners for the very first time. Introduced in in
Emotional Support Animals New regulations on emotional support animals are hereLonely Planet - Maya StantonLast week, we reported that more stringent regulations for emotional support animals could be in the works, and now they’ve finally arrived. Effective August 8, the US Department of Transportation released
Boeing 737 MAX The grounding of Boeing’s 737 Max might make holidays more expensiveLonely Planet - Andrea SmithThe fact that Boeing 737 Max planes have been grounded is unfortunately likely to have an adverse effect on the cost of many travellers’ holidays. Flight-tracker OAG has conducted research that indicates
Play buttontravel news Animal-lovers will love this dream job reviewing pet-friendly hotelsLonely Planet - Andrea SmithIf you’re an animal-lover, you and your pet pooch may jump at the chance of applying for a dream job of reviewing pet-friendly hotels, in which you will get to stay at ten pet-friendly hotels around the
