What you need to know about Europe right now

Plus Air New Zealand's 'mystery breaks', best books set in Asia, filming locations open to public...

What's going on in Europe right now? Governments across Europe have imposed new lockdowns and restrictions as some teeter towards a second wave, following a summer of relaxed rules. Even Sweden, an outlier in its response to the pandemic, is now considering local restrictions after suffering a dramatic resurgence of cases in recent weeks. Here's what you need to know.   Learn more   Air New Zealand is offering 'mystery breaks' Are you the kind of adventurous traveler who would agree to booking a vacation package to a destination that won't be revealed until two days before departure? If so, the Mystery Breaks program offered by Air New Zealand may pique your interest. read more 25 books that will transport you through Asia “We used to think the Great Barrier Reef is protected by its sheer size—but our results show that even the world’s largest and relatively well-protected reef system is increasingly compromised and in decline,” says researcher. read more This Lord of the Rings filming location has reopened to the public after 11 years Countless travelers have ventured there seeking the beauty of Middle-earth. Now, for the first time in 11 years, a landscape that featured in key scenes from the Lord of the Rings movies has opened to the public to explore. read more Heaps of other articles posted this week In addition to these top picks above, take a look at the dozens of articles we've published this past week. For example: Sloths poop once a week - plus 7 other sloth facts you didn't know 8 of the best stargazing spots in Asia Trade songs for passage across the Cook Strait in New Zealand This Irish airport offered kind words of support to console a Twitter user 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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