Although the title suggests it, Lonely Planet is not some outer-space sci-fi adventure, not even remotely. Perhaps it could have been called something more evocative of its tried and true genre, but ...

Between the first and second world wars, Australia’s high-end architecture was strongly influenced by exotic scenery from Hollywood’s rapidly accelerating movie industry. Southern California’s style ...

The Big Island of Hawaii has plenty of volcanic wonders, like lava tubes and gorgeous, exotic scenery. If you're content with the island's beaches, Kona coffee tastings, and low-altitude scenery, ...