Will festivals happen in 2021? Here's what we know so far

Plus countries to travel to if you've had the COVID-19 vaccine , a traveler's guide to dating apps, and why you should visit these 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the US.

Feb 21, 2021

Will festivals happen in 2021? Here's what we know so far With most of Europe in lockdown and infection rates still high in the US, can festivals and large cultural events still go ahead?   Learn more   What countries can I travel to if I've had the COVID-19 vaccine? As COVID-19 vaccination efforts are underway around the world, many people are hoping that getting the doses could be their ticket to international travel. And in a number of countries, proving that you've received a vaccine will grant you access - and the chance to skip the quarantine period that has curbed so much leisure travel. Find out what countries are allowing entry for vaccinated travelers.  Read More Swipe right: a traveler's guide to dating apps Traveling is all about getting outside your comfort zone and tasting the local flavors – which don't have to stop at food and drink – and being receptive to things you'd might not encounter at home. Read More Why you should visit these 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the US Serving as a haven for young Black people with a dream, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were and remain an integral part of the Black experience. From the halls of these institutions of higher learning came some of the biggest and brightest figures in American history. The buildings and the monuments not only honor those who have come before but remind future generations of the cost it took to get here.  Read More New 'All-American Roads' and scenic byways will take travelers on a journey around the USA The National Scenic Byways Program has announced 34 new National Scenic Byways and 15 All-American Roads in the US, bringing the total to 184 byways in 48 states. The new designees traverse 28 states and are the first additions to the program since 2009. Read More Looking for more to read? In addition to these top picks above, these articles have been trending: New York's stadiums and venues are reopening with limited capacity An immersive Harry Potter exhibition will tour the world next year This historic Mississippi city will pay remote workers to move there Camp out in custom Airstreams at new US locations near national parks See more   Go Premium with a Lonely Planet Membership.   Enjoy the perks of being an official LP Member and get unrestricted access to watch any shows on Lonely Planet TV, unlimited destinations on the Lonely Planet Guides app, exclusive discounts to the Lonely Planet Shop and more.   Get your membership

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Ask LP: What's a more authentic travel experience, a hotel or Airbnb?

Plus California's national parks, the best wildlife experiences in the USA, and Canada's mandatory three-day hotel quarantine.

Ask LP: What's a more authentic travel experience, a hotel or Airbnb? Many of us are looking for authenticity when we travel, to feel like we're really getting to know a place and its people. Lots of companies try to sell this authenticity to us, particularly for accommodation, as John Walton explores.   Learn more   Visit all of California's national parks on this legendary road trip California is romanticized for its sparkly Pacific ocean fronts, thickets of palm trees and glass-walled high-rise buildings in the big coastal cities. The thing is, California consists of so much more than the famed southern West Coast. Read More The best wildlife experiences in the USA Experiencing wildlife in the United States is especially magical. Not only is the nation made up of incredibly diverse landscapes and environments, but the way these spaces historically have been preserved allows ecosystems to flourish. Read More Canada is introducing a mandatory three-day hotel quarantine Canada has put enhanced new testing and quarantine measures in place around travelers in relation to COVID-19 air travel. It is due to introduce testing on arrival and a mandatory three-night stay in a hotel to await test results. Read More This New Mexico preserve is now an international dark sky park Valles Caldera National Preserve has become the latest US spot to be certified as an International Dark Sky Park. This certification recognizes the exceptional quality of the preserve's night skies and enhance visitor experiences through astronomy-based interpretive programming. Read More Looking for more to read? In addition to these top picks above, these articles have been trending: Celebrate Lunar New Year online with a variety of virtual events Where to find the USA's 12 newest national parks Gear up for Super Bowl LV with these 8 unique NFL traditions A new walking tour sheds light on the history of Black resilience in NYC See more   Go Premium with a Lonely Planet Membership.   Enjoy the perks of being an official LP Member and get unrestricted access to watch any shows on Lonely Planet TV, unlimited destinations on the Lonely Planet Guides app, exclusive discounts to the Lonely Planet Shop and more.   Get your membership

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