6 lessons we've learned in lockdown

> Plus national park day hikes, places at risk, stargazing steps, and more. [Lonely Planet]( [6 lessons we've learned in lockdown that will make us better travelers]( Over the past few months, we’ve learnt to live in a post-travel world, relying on nothing but our immediate surroundings for stimulation, adventure and exploration. But with many countries tentatively reopening borders, businesses around the world carefully beginning to trade again, and airline bosses doing everything within their power to fill seats, will travel soon return to business as usual? Or, more importantly, should it? [find out more]( [Thailand beach]( [North America's best national parks day hikes]( There’s no better way to see the natural wonders of North America’s national parks than on foot. From easy rambles through Southern forests to hair-raising scrambles across narrow rock faces thousands of feet in the air, get out of the car and make some memories on these one-of-a-kind day hikes. [read more]( [A guide to Copenhagen's neighbourhoods]( [These bucket list destinations are at risk of disappearing due to climate change]( The world's most beloved tourist landmarks won't be sheltered from the environmental impacts - and many will need our help to survive. Here are the major sites at risk. [read more]( [Steps to stargazing from home]( Dark-sky destinations have become increasingly popular in the past year or two, astrotourism is on the rise, and even though the nights don't seem to be getting any darker during lockdown, the hours at home have inspired a return to nature-related hobbies of all stripes. Here's everything you need to know to dip a toe in astral waters. [read more]( [Stunning hotels where you'll sleep behind glass walls]( Hotels have long been designed like cocoons, shielding us from the elements of the outside world. However, a number of rural properties across the globe have recently thrown that model on its head, designing their rooms for the optimum connection with nature. [Read More]( [Why cycling is the future of urban transportation around the world]( While predicting big-picture outcomes may be futile, there seems to be one small thing emerging victorious despite the city's pathogenic problem – the banana seat. The city once called New Amsterdam is doing like the Dutch once more by opting for pedal-powered transportation. As a result, New York, synonymous with yellow cabs and subway cars, is experiencing a surprising cycling coronaissance. And the same is happening across the world. [read more]( Indoor inspiration Our warehouse has made the decision to move to an emergency Social Distance Operating (SDO) model. What this means is that we are focusing our efforts on shipping out orders for high demand titles and latest releases first. We do expect this to change in the coming weeks, but in the meantime you might find you receive two parcels. It will also take the reduced warehouse crew 2-3 days to get it out the door. From there, we'd ask you to be mindful of restrictions that might be impacting local carrier services as they manage the current situation as best they can. Connect with us on: Get [Guides app]( by Lonely Planet: [UNSUBSCRIBE]( POLICY]( [DESTINATIONS]( [BOOKING]( © 2020 Lonely Planet. This email was sent to you by Lonely Planet Publications Ltd. 240 Blackfriars Road London, London, SE1 8NW, GB. [www.lonelyplanet.com]( [Update Profile]( To view in your browser, [click here](