| | Rediscover the boundless, searching spirit of America with a fresh look at five iconic cities, from the Athens of America to the City of Angels.
We’re paying homage to the sense of discovery that has inspired countless trips across the country for centuries, and motivating everyday explorers like you to find exciting new adventures at every turn. From colorful Olvera Street, known as the birthplace of Los Angeles, to the reclaimed warehouses that comprise Industry City in trend-setting Brooklyn, join us as we celebrate the creative visionaries of the past, present and future.
Through immersive video, maps, inspiring articles and rich and beautiful imagery, you’ll embark on a journey from the boroughs of Brooklyn and Manhattan to the metropolises of Boston, Atlanta and Los Angeles. So make like an intrepid traveler and start envisioning your next great adventure, big or small. | | |
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| | You may live sustainably at home but what about when you travel? What does that even mean? Does green travel begin when you reach your destination or does it start when you're sitting in work on a rainy Tuesday, desperately plotting your next escape? Is it about keeping your carbon footprint light or should you also be conscious about giving back to local communities? | | |
 | | From cow painting to boat racing: the 8 best festivals in South India | | You haven’t seen South India until you have seen South India at festival time. The five southern states – Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh – serve up an electrifying cornucopia of colorful celebrations, and the myriad cultures represented in this region ensure that there’s something happening somewhere almost every month of the year. | | | | | |
 | | The story of lions (and your guide on where to see them on safari) | | Few experiences in Africa live longer in the memory than the first time you see a lion. The epitome of wild Africa, they are also the most sought-after prize on any safari to East Africa or Southern Africa for their combination of grace and grandeur, charisma and gravitas. Here we introduce you to the king of Africa’s cats, and tell you where's best to see them. | | | | | |
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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 2020 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 sustainable trips for families. | | |
|  | We’ve teamed up with G Adventures and TourRadar to give you the chance of winning a Silk Road adventure through Tajikistan and Uzbekistan – part of our no. 1 region in the world to see in 2020.
On this 15-day tour, you’ll stay at unique Tajik homestay and roam the stunning countryside before heading to the cultural centre of Samarkand. Enjoy a guided tour of UNESCO-listed Khiva, spend a night in a traditional desert yurt and discover a part of the world few others get to see.
The prize package is valued at over AUD $10,000 and includes: - 15-day Best of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Tour from Dushanbe to Tashkent - provided by G Adventures
- 1 x AUD $4,000 G Adventures voucher to put towards two return economy flights - provided by TourRadar
- Lonely Planet will arrange and pay for carbon offsetting for the winner's flights up to a value of AUD $500
- Two copies of Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2020
To enter, tell us in 255 characters or less why you'd love to experience the Central Asian Silk Road. | | |
| | TERMS AND CONDITIONS: This is a global competition open to those who are 18 years of age or older and is void where prohibited. Must have a valid passport needed for travel. Competition closes at 03:01am AEDT on 11 December 2019. Please read the official rules which govern this competition. | |
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