Tuesday, November 13, 2018

Picking the right wheels for a classic road trip

Plus: a guide to Copenhagen's neighborhoods, the only travel tips you'll ever need & more
 
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Nothing beats the freedom of getting behind the wheel, strapping yourself in and hitting the open road. Well, nothing except pairing that adventure with the perfect set of wheels...

  CRUISE IN STYLE  
 
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A guide to Copenhagen's neighborhoods
Wander beyond Copenhagen's iconic 'inner city' Nyhavn to discover eclectic enclaves from edgy and artistic Vesterbro to up-market Frederiksberg and intriguing Christianshavn.
NOT JUST NYHAVN
 
Simple yet effective: the only travel tips you'll ever need
'Don't eat the street food'. 'Don't go alone'. 'Don't go there!' Unsolicited or otherwise, even the most well-meaning travel advice can throw a spanner in your plans. Sort the naysaying nonsense from the tried and tested with our rundown of expert travel tips.
A WORLD OF WISDOM
 
 
Five of the best Cape Town day trips
World-class wineries backed by jagged purple-grey mountains, sumptuous foodie trails and a national park bursting at the seams with wonderful wildlife are just some of the treasures that await on a day trip from Cape Town.
LEAVE THE CITY LIMITS
 
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Tuesday, November 6, 2018

The world's most beautiful bus rides

Plus: discover the many flavours of Sri Lanka, weird and wonderful after-dark adventures & more
 
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It might not be the most glamorous mode of transport, but, when plying the right route, buses offer penny-pinching travelers the chance to marvel at scenic landscapes, meet memorable characters and tuck in to local delicacies.

  SHAKE, RATTLE AND WOAH  
 
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Discover the many flavors of Sri Lanka
Curry and rice may sound too simple to be sublime, but where Sri Lanka is concerned this household dish is haute cuisine. Start there and eat your way through an enticing array of extraordinary flavors...
A BEGUILING BOUNTY
 
Strangest night: weird and wonderful after-dark adventures
Lonely Planet staff share their most memorable nocturnal capers from millionaire parties in Peru to high-altitude après-ski antics. Next time, why not lie-in a little and see what escapades await after the sun goes down...
CAN'T FIGHT THE MOONLIGHT
 
 
Higher ground: the 10 best coffee shops in Toronto
Whether you're looking for Instagram-worthy latte art, that perfectly blended bean or just a strong cup of joe, Toronto has you covered with its cool, quirky and downright delicious coffee shop offerings.
SIP AROUND THE CITY
 
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Sunday, November 4, 2018

Win a trip to Copenhagen for two

Explore our #1 city in this year's Best in Travel
 
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Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet’s staff, writers and online community, we present a year’s worth of travel inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable.

Inside Best in Travel 2019 you'll discover the top 10 countries, regions, cities and best value destinations to visit in the year ahead, as well as the top new places to stay, food experiences and attractions for kids.

 
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Explore our #1 city in this year's Best in Travel
 

We’ve teamed up with Booking.com, Viator and World Nomads to give you the chance of winning a trip to Copenhagen for you and a friend.

The prize includes:

  • Return economy flights up to US$3k
  • Accommodation courtesy of Booking.com up to US$2k
  • Activities & tours provided by Viator up to US$1k
  • Travel insurance covered by World Nomads up to US$500
  • Copies of Lonely Planet’s Pocket Copenhagen and Best in Travel books
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