Pakistan is widely known as a top destination for adventure tourism. And with its rich culture and warm hospitality, it’s also a great place to travel with kids. Pakistan is an extremely family-oriented country. People adore children here and Pakistanis usually live together in large and close-knit extended families. People will warmly welcome you and your
The Himalaya and Karakoram mountain ranges have long drawn adventurous tourists to northern Pakistan, but these famous summits are far from the only beautiful places to visit in the country. In fact, there are fascinating places to visit spread right across the country, from the cosmopolitan coastal metropolis of Karachi to the centuries-old Mughal city
Last week we were here talking about the results of the annual Scotch Whisky Masters. Well, guess what? Those some esteemed judges have just dropped their results for the top American whiskies on shelf from this past year. It includes a spate of specular liquids divided into a total of 19 different categories: premium ryes,
In the woods of Arkansas, a young teen retreats to a familiar fishing hole that he and his father used to visit in years past. However, while walking through the wood, he notices something large stalking & snarling at him throughout his trek. After narrowly escaping, he returns a month later only to come face-to-face
A land of crumbling castles, towering pine forests and quaking lakelands, Estonia doesn’t struggle to find a point of difference. Here Lonely Planet Pathfinder Macca Sherifi takes a tour of what Estonia has to offer. — Find out more about the Lonely Planet Pathfinders programme: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/pathfinders Discover more about the destination: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/estonia To learn more
Pakistan is best known as a destination for adventure tourism, but its rich history and culture broaden the appeal. Though there are plenty of things to do in Lahore and Karachi, traveling beyond the major cities and exploring the mountains of Gilgit-Baltistan, ancient archaeological sites, and colonial-era hill stations is well worth your time. Our
I love Spain. So when a friend of a friend who lives on the island of Mallorca asked if I could look after her five cats in exchange for staying in her house for two weeks, I leapt at the chance. I’d never done anything like this, so I organized a video call with the
Restaurant reservations are no longer something travelers book through the hotel concierge once they arrive. Travel industry executives attending Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas say the quickest way to the wallets of their well-heeled clients is through their stomachs, and it’s food and drink that often drives where they end up going. Food writer
Journeying through Mongolia’s epic landscapes is a mesmerizing adventure. The sheer scale and emptiness of the steppe has a hypnotic lure that stays with you long after returning to civilization. That’s not to say travel is a breeze – in a country three times the size of France, where most “roads” are grassy tracks, it
Uzbekistan is the Central Asian destination that you’ve been dreaming about. Magnificent blue-domed mosques, towering minarets, atmospheric Silk Road cities and ancient bazaars are coupled with the region’s best accommodation, easiest transportation and great value for money. It’s the most visited of the Central Asian republics and with good reason. A decade ago, Uzbekistan had
Listeria monocytogenes in ice cream doesn’t make for very nice cream. In fact, it can make for some really horrible cream. That’s why the Real Kosher Ice Cream company on August 9 declared a recall of all six flavors of its Soft Serve on the Go eight ounce ice cream and sorbet cups. So far,
Photo by Jill Weinlein Jet Blue is expanding from just an airline to a travel company offering entire trips and services in addition to flights. Booking JetBlue Vacations offers travelers Very Important Perks (VIP) and Insider Experience programs to enhance one’s vacation. Besides offering discounted flights, they also offer discounts on hotels, cruises, cars, transfers and
Passengers try to rest and sleep after canceled and delayed flights while others wait to board flights off the island as thousands of passengers were stranded at the Kahului Airport (OGG) in the aftermath of wildfires in western Maui in Kahului, Hawaii on August 9, 2023. Patrick T. Fallon | AFP | Getty Images Airlines
When I got into the points and miles world a decade ago, it was a niche “hobby,” and there were few resources to help newbies get started. I had to dig through countless blogs, forums and read loyalty program terms and conditions obsessively to learn all the tips and tricks. Nowadays, social media is swarming
Over the first half of 2023, craft beer declined — for the first time (other than 2020) since the Brewers Association started reporting craft beer sales numbers — but the second quarter was better than the first, so the worst may be behind the industry. In 2022, the Brewers Association reported 0% growth, and while
It’s a running joke in the South that how you greet someone can reveal volumes about where you are from. For instance, in Atlanta, they ask, “What do you do for a living?” In Charlotte, they ask, “Where are you from?” In Charleston, it’s “What’s your mother’s maiden name?” and in Savannah, it’s “What are
Cheap flights and hotels are important to keeping a travel budget in line, but activities and food—especially with the whole family in tow—can quickly eat away at any well-planned vacation. If you want to be sure you’ll have your pick of affordable entertainment that won’t break the bank, head to one of the below cities.
From the indescribable west coast sunsets at El Matador Beach to the fun and vibrant electric energy in Venice Beach, Los Angeles is home to some of Southern California’s best beaches. The City of Angels’ beach culture is deeply ingrained in its identity, attracting local and tourist beachgoers, surfers, sunbathers, and outdoor enthusiasts throughout the
Travel season is still upon us and this summer has been a busy one with travel back to pre-pandemic levels. 2.884 million passengers went through TSA checkpoints on one day (!!) in June. That means travelers are taking to the skies again in record numbers. Although you can’t bring full sized alcohol into the cabin
Bar the Tailor interior at Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam Amsterdam beautifully blends its rich history with innovation and stylishness. So it makes sense that visitors select a hotel that artfully reflects this dichotomy. Featuring its own unique combination of history and contemporary luxury, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam makes for an ideal “Venice of the North”