5 city walking tours you can take right now on Google Maps

It’s undeniably one of travel’s greatest pleasures; wandering the streets of a whole new city, soaking up its character and exploring its hidden wonders on foot. When the pavement-pounding wanderlust cannot be satisfied in reality however, we’ve come up with the next best thing. Below are five of our Lonely Planet city walking routes, specially formatted so that you can enjoy them online.

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Will four-hour waits to board planes really be the norm after COVID-19?

Four-hour waits to board flights? That’s what reports in the UK media are suggesting once aviation restarts after countries start to lift their COVID-19 lockdowns. Is it likely? Aviation journalist John Walton applies his expertise — and a hard dose of logic — to the idea.

How long-distance couples are coping during the pandemic

This isn't an easy time for anyone. But for couples with different passports, things are a little bit trickier. The newly coined term "isolationship" should give you a hint about what couples from different countries are up against.There are no airports nearby.

Virtual Vacation: Italy

Being in social isolation doesn't stop us dreaming of all the places we'd like to visit; in fact now we've got even more time to daydream. Escape on a virtual vacation to bring a little piece of Italy to your living room.

How to prepare now for the trip of your lifetime (once the pandemic is over)

What can travel lovers do to keep themselves occupied and distracted while isolating themselves during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic — and to make our future travels even more amazing?