Lonely Planet Staff's Dream Travel Escapes: Where We Long to Be

Work - exertion or effort directed to produce or accomplish something; labor; toil.

Daydream - a reverie indulged in while awake.

When people learn I work for Lonely Planet, their eyes light up with envy, imagining me as a globe-trotting spy uncovering hidden gems or lounging on pristine beaches with a laptop. Our deep passion for travel is real, but crafting those trusted guidebooks demands desk time and dedication. Still, our daydreams keep the wanderlust alive every day.

Discover the evocative travel reveries from Lonely Planet's dedicated team that fuel us through office hours—and spark ideas for your next adventure.

Craving Anonymity and Intrigue?

For lovers of shadowy lanes and eccentric hideaways, Amy, Project Producer, shares:

'I often daydream about sipping a drink on Dame Lane in Dublin with my friend Soapy—rogues belong in lanes. Or hiding in quirky spots like Sark or as a numbered resident in Portmeirion. These thoughts save me when deadlines loom.'

Yearning for Castaway Bliss?

If Robinson Crusoe adventures call, heed Errol, Acting Assistant Regional Publisher:

'On a white-sand beach along Savai'i's north coast in Samoa, watching tides roll over the reef. A cool Vailima beer in one hand, a weathered Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson in the other. Snorkel gear ready for a dip.'

Fashion-Forward Escapes?

Jessica, Marketing Coordinator, envisions style and authenticity:

'Our daily travel talks at Lonely Planet often send my mind to Harajuku, Tokyo, blending with young locals in cute, crazy outfits—no Melbourne work jeans allowed. Hoping for genuine glimpses of this futuristic city.'

Thrill-Seeking Action?

For windswept sunsets, Marty, Distribution Manager, recommends:

'Savoring a beer on a Maui rooftop, sun dipping through palms after epic windsurfing at Kanaha Beach—pure magic!'

Mystery and Ancient History?

Desert bazaars and timeless streets captivate David, Trade Sales Executive:

'From my desk under Melbourne's gloomy skies, I wander Khan al-Khalili in Cairo: narrow alleys for spices, Hibiscus tea and apple tobacco at Fishawi's, then Al-Azhar Mosque and Islamic Cairo's ancient paths. Bliss.'

Wildlife Wonders?

Kylie, Lonely Planet Images Administrator, dreams of nature:

'Cruising the Sekonyer River in Tanjung Puting National Park, Indonesian Borneo, spotting wild orangutans feasting in the canopy from a shady boat.'

Where do you escape without leaving your desk? Share your daydreams below!