Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Weird and wonderful travel gadgets

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Weird and wonderful travel gadgets

Would jetlag goggles or a wifi-detecting T-shirt enhance your next trip? Be the envy of other travellers - or attract a few strange stares - with some of the wildest travel technology around. Here are our favorites.

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Lonely Planet's travel fails

Even experienced travelers fall foul of leeches, tummy traumas or horrific hostels. Check out our travel nightmares.

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Gourmet guide to Sweden

New Nordic cuisine has never been hotter. Get your lips around reindeer, pickled fish and lingonberry jam.

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Win a Madagascar trip

We've teamed up with ZOZI to give you the chance to win a life-changing adventure in Madagascar.

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Introducing Travel for All

We're sharing a new project to help make travel possible for more people. Join our community.

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Friday, December 13, 2013

Today only: 33% off everything in Lonely Planet’s online shop

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33% off everything in Lonely Planet's online shop

33% off everything in Lonely Planet's online shop

We're going out with a bang for the final day of our Christmas sale. Shop now to get a whopping 1/3 off everything in our online shop using the promo code LP33ALL.

So why not stock up on all the travel guides, phrase books and inspiration you'll need for your adventures in 2014?

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Tuesday, December 10, 2013

The world’s best islands and beaches for 2014

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The world's best islands and beaches for 2014

Wondering where to sling your hammock in 2014? Our merry band of travel experts have roamed the seven seas to find the world's most idyllic islands and superlative beaches.

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Best ski breaks from US cities

Urban snowheads, it's time to head for the hills. Perfect powder is in easy reach of LA, San Fran, Seattle and more.

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Christmas with a difference

Snowmen are so passé. Discover some of the season's more intriguing festivities, from red panties to pudding races.

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Sydney's freshest fish n' chips

Feast on crispy battered catch of the day with travel writer Christa Larwood - and follow Lonely Planet's epic journey.

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Zürich's best-kept secrets

This Swiss city has charisma around every corner. Discover street art and dance until dawn.

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Journey through this intoxicating country. Digital versions available.

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Breathtaking national parks, dynamic cities, Vietnam has it all.

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