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Marvel at these newest additions to Unesco’s World Heritage list [View in browser]( [Lonely Planet logo]( [TikTok]( [instagram]( [facebook]( [Your source for all things travel news](www.lonelyplanet.com) A Trip Around the Planet September 30, 2023   This week: Check out the newest Unesco sites [Elephant walking through a stream]( Unesco's newest additions Earlier this year, I had a chance to visit the historic cave handprints at [Cueva de las Manos]( a Unesco site in [Argentina](. It’s hard to not be struck with awe standing in front of the outlines of hundreds of ancient prints of brightly colored hands. It truly makes you feel small against the march of time. Chances are over your travels, you’ve also marveled over the natural beauty or the human ingenuity preserved at a Unesco World Heritage Site. This week Unesco released its list of newest additions to receive World Heritage designation. The 42 new destinations span five continents and include a Viking Age fortress in [Denmark]( a Silk Road corridor in [Uzbekistan]( and an elephant stronghold in [the Congo](. Inclusion on the list can be a blessing (preventing destruction) and a curse (drawing overtourism). Read more about that and check out the entire list below. – Melissa Yeager, Senior Editor [See the list]( Plan your next trip Chile vs Argentina Which South American giant should you choose for your next trip? Two writers square off about everything they love in their chosen country to help you choose between these two spectacular destinations. [Read their takes]( [Mountains on left side, roaring waterfall on right](   NYC vastly limits Airbnb options [New York City]( just implemented a new law restricting short-term vacation rentals – defined as stays lasting less than 30 days – in the hopes of pushing travelers toward staying at hotels instead. [Here’s what it means for your trip]( [NYC skyline and woman sitting on rooftop](   A trip for your taste buds [Basque Country]( in Spain has a vibrant food scene worthy of travel for its incredible tradition matched with a passion for quality ingredients. Lonely Planet writer Jennifer Fernández Solano shows you how to plan a foodie trip through the region. Don’t blame us if you start drooling while reading it. [See Jennifer's recommendations]( [Pintxos in Spain](   More travel news - [This new cycling trail leads you through 8 countries]( - [Check out the 50 best hotels in the world]( - [How to plan an epic 2000-mile hike through Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania]( - [The 8 most haunted places in the United States]( Trending destination [Island with white house with red roof]( Greece It boasts blindingly beautiful islands, a rich tapestry of history and cuisine that is revered the world over. There are countless reasons to visit Greece – but here’s where those lucky enough to call it home choose to spend their vacation. [See where locals go](   [30% off your order, ends today.]( Ends today: 30% off your purchase Save epically! We’re giving you 30% off* your next purchase with code SEP30. *Valid through 9/30/2023 for one-time use. Use code EPIC30 at checkout. [Explore guidebooks](   Love travel inspiration in your inbox? Share with a fellow travel lover by forwarding to a friend. Did someone share this email with you? Subscribe by clicking [here](.   This email was sent to you by: Lonely Planet Publications Ltd. | 1101 Red Ventures Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29707 © 2023 Lonely Planet [Unsubscribe]( Policy](