Tuesday, February 19, 2019

The stories behind our favorite souvenirs

Plus: Only in Tokyo: a tour of Japan's unique pop-culture experiences & Four scenic drives in the Balkans
 
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In need of a good pick-me-up? Lonely Planet staff share the stories behind their favorite travel souvenirs – an eclectic assortment of instruments, tattoos and divine debris.

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Latin American and Caribbean Carnivals for every traveler
With so many parades all over the world, Carnival-seeking travelers may feel paralyzed by choice – but fear not: our guide can help you find the perfect party.
PARTY ON
 
 
BC by sea: boating to the best of British Columbia
It's almost three times the size of Germany, so how do you wrap your head around this remote, rugged and ravishing part of Canada? Take to the water, of course.
CAST OFF
 
Immersive experiences in Fiji
Fiji is deservedly famous for its sun, sea and spectacular places to stay. But if you'd like to dive into something other than your resort pool, read on.
Fiji to the fullest
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Only in Tokyo: a tour of Japan’s unique pop-culture experiences
From Godzilla to Super Mario, Hello Kitty to Pokémon, Japan's pop culture is famous around the world. But there is only one place where you can see it come to life...
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Four scenic drives in the Balkans
Fairy-tale landscapes come to life on these Balkan road trips that take you through the region's immaculate beaches, epic mountain ranges, ancient castles and unspoiled valleys.
DREAMY DRIVES
 
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Friday, February 15, 2019

Croatia's Museum of Broken Relationships

Plus: pretty-in-pink destinations you can't miss, how to avoid the crowds in Iceland, just back from: Hamburg, Germany, the most delicious neighborhood in the Bronx & more -
 
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Explore Zagreb's gallery dedicated to heartbreak, where a crowd-sourced collection of objects tells the story of lost love.
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How to avoid the crowds in Iceland
Iceland is becoming more and more popular, but Lonely Planet's James Smart tells us about a part of the country that's yet to be discovered by mass tourism.
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Just back from: Hamburg, Germany
Lonely Planet's Niamh O'Brien has returned from the buzzy city of Hamburg, where she explored its vibrant art scene and secret spots, before hitting the big sights on a walking tour.
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The most delicious neighborhood in the Bronx
If you want to find an authentic slice of the Italian-American experience in New York, skip Little Italy in Manhattan and head to this historic neighborhood in the Bronx.
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Pretty-in-pink destinations you can't miss
Fall in love with the colour pink all over again at these gorgeous rose-tinted destinations around the world, from Argentina to Japan.
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Thursday, February 14, 2019

You'll love this: FREE The Best Moment of Your Life ebook with any purchase

Discover 100 life-changing travel experiences this Valentine's Day
 
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In 1970 Lonely Planet founders Tony and Maureen Wheeler met on a bench in Regent’s Park, London. They fell in love, got married and a year later travelled in a beat-up old car from England to Australia on their honeymoon.
This Valentine’s Day, we want our love of travel to inspire you to create your own remarkable, maybe even life-changing experiences. So until the end of this week, when you buy anything on our shop, you’ll automatically receive a FREE digital copy of The Best Moment of Your Life (RRP $16.09). Preview it here.
In the book, notable voices from the world of travel share their most memorable experiences from the road – moments that changed them as individuals and reshaped their perspective on the world.

Where will your love of travel take you?
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