AnneMarie McCarthy, Lonely Planet

AnneMarie McCarthy

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Past articles by AnneMarie:

Why New York City is becoming a hotspot for whale watching

Environmentalists and tourists have welcomed the news that humpback whale sightings have risen dramatically around New York City in recent years. → Read More

Japan warned not to run out of beer for the Rugby World Cup this year

World Cup fans have a habit of drinking local bars dry so Japan has been put on alert to ensure they are well stocked before this year's rugby tournament. → Read More

7 easy tips for eco-friendly travel on a budget

Budget travel doesn't need to cost the earth. For Earth Day, we've compiled 7 easy ways to make your next trip more sustainable without breaking the bank. → Read More

Marking 50 years since the Concorde's first flight

Saturday, 2 March, is the 50th anniversary of the Concorde's inaugural flight from Toulouse, France. → Read More

What’s new to do in Disney parks in 2019?

If it's your first time at Disney or you're a Disney holiday veteran, you'll find something unmissable to do among the new attractions opening in 2019. → Read More

It's official; going on vacation helps you live longer

Researchers from the University of Helsinki found that men who took less than three weeks holidays in the year were 37% less likely to die young. → Read More

The best US cities for lovers of the outdoors

Public parks played a huge part in the results, as did temperature and quality of air. Turns out, you can find a green city in every corner of the country. → Read More

Karl Marx’s hometown stocks up on souvenirs for a mini tourist boom

Marxist memorabilia is proving big business for Trier which is gearing up to celebrate the revolutionary philosopher's 200th birthday in May. → Read More

On a budget? You can stay in these amazing owl cabins in Bordeaux for free

You can get off the grid in these rustic architectural wonders for free; comes complete with a nest bedroom and views of the Garonne river. → Read More

This new map helps you find the best time to visit anywhere in the world

This handy new map tool will now allow you to find the best time to visit anywhere in the world, based on average temperature and rainfall. → Read More

How Paris' love locks will help the city's refugees

Paris’ love locks will get another lease of life by being sold in aid of refugees after they were removed from the Pont des Arts bridge in 2015. → Read More

Italy wants other countries to catch up with World Heritage sites

For the first time this century, Italy has decided not to nominate any World Heritage sites to Unesco. The reason? It wants other nations to catch up. → Read More

8 alternative World Heritage Sites for World Heritage Day

To celebrate World Heritage Day, here are the 8 alternative World Heritage Sites to help you avoid crowds and take a diversion off the beaten track. → Read More