Wanderlust

In a digital-first era, at the dawn of AI, we often ask ourselves about the future of printed books and, in our case, magazines. We're naturally biased: we love the feeling of physically turning pages, the smell and texture of (sustainably sourced) p

Photographer: Alvin NG It's often when we think we know a place that we're surprised by it the most. Certainly, lush mangroves and basalt columns 140 million years in the making aren't what immediately spring to mind when anyone mentions Hong Kong. A

“It's positive energy!” declared my guide, Elhan, as he stood next to the eternally burning flame of the Ateshgah Fire Temple, a historic Zoroastrian pilgrim site. “The fire takes in the bad and gives out the good. But don't get too close,” he cautio

“As the sun rises over Mallorca's Cap de Formentor and its lonely clifftop lighthouse, this incredible landscape can feel like it's leading you to the very edge of the world.” @ toothsinternationaltravelshots “I can see why the Lower Antelope Canyon

The ‘Warm Heart of Africa’ is often overshadowed by its larger neighbour to the north, Tanzania. Even Zambia, with which Malawi shares its namesake lake, is a better-known safari destination. Yet Malawi boasts not one but two ‘Big Five’ sanctuaries –

The will-they-won't-they friendship of Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) and Dexter Mayhew (Leo Woodall) has enraptured viewers of Netflix's adaptation of the David Nicholls novel One Day – which revisits the pair each year on St Swithin's Day (15 July). And

Curious travellers looking for insightful and enriching adventures often turn to experiences rooted in different cultures and communities. After all, what better way to get a feel for somewhere than by learning more about the local way of life or dis

For most people, travel is a positive experience. But no matter how eagerly anticipated a trip may be, it can also be unsettling. Pressure can build up when you are away from familiar support systems. Likewise, lengthy journeys, crowds, irregular mea

Most visitors heading to Canada assume that the most westerly provinces are the gateway to the country's extraordinary wildlife, but the truth is that the Atlantic coastline offers plenty of exhilarating encounters. Discover the World's Newfoundland

Heralded as Australia's first true luxury lodge when it opened, there was a real sense of loss when Southern Ocean Lodge was burnt to the ground during the devastating wildfires of 2020. Four years on, a phoenix has risen from the ashes. The 2.0 vers

Abeid Soka was born in a village in the Kilimanjaro Region, in the shadow of Tanzania's highest and most famous peak. But it wasn't this mountain that inspired his childhood dreams; it was the sight of planes flying over his home, bringing people fro

Between June and October is the dry season in Serengeti National Park, when you can expect sunny days (25–27ºC) and clear nights. Between May and July is when you'll see the wildebeest herds trekking north across the park, with river crossings typica

Never in my life did I expect to be invited to a royal coronation, much less one taking place within a territory of the French Republic. France's dalliance with a monarchy had come to a sharp end about 230 years ago – just ask Louis XVI. But it wasn'

New Caledonia has a subtropical climate. The drier seasons are between April and May, and September and November. The January/February period is very rainy and muggy. Avoid Australian schoolholiday periods, as Australians are increasingly flocking to

Saskatoon is a four-season destination, but its Indigenous experiences are probably best enjoyed between May and September. Batoche National Historic Site is closed between October and April. Summers are hot and sunny with low humidity. Autumn is ver

Eva Rrasa swirled the grainy remains of my Turkish coffee around a dainty ceramic cup. She then poured out the last of the liquid into a saucer and observed the leftover granules clinging to the sides. “You're being followed by a man whose name begin

“Our ancestors are here. They'll walk with us today,” said Darlene Brander of the Red Earth Cree Nation and CEO of Wanuskewin Heritage Park, where we were gathered. “You're all here for a reason,” she added, looking at the assembled international vis

Trimmed with sweetgum trees and wrapped in velvety grass, the land gently rose and fell all around me as I strolled. Up ahead, a paved path led to a neat, conical mound that spiked towards the sky. Behind me, a tour group hummed and chattered. “For m

When Hegert Leidsalu, of the Tartu City Government office, woke up on a cold and snowy Wednesday morning, he'd only expected to be doing a little driving. Sixty minutes later, I, a complete stranger, was massaging ash into his pert naked buttocks, as

Tartu doesn't suffer from Tallinn's summer crowds, but it does rain frequently during this time (Jun–Aug). We'd advise visiting in the drier shoulder seasons (Mar–May; Sep–Oct). Winters can be very cold (-20ºC). Air Baltic (airbaltic.com), Wizz Air (

In summer, the Salzkammergut lake district region is a joy, but it is also busy. Spring (May–Jun) and autumn (Sep–Oct) see the hiking routes and lakes empty. Winter is skiing season. The nearest airport to Bad Ischl is Salzburg. British Airways (ba.c

Deep winter sets in between November and March, when daylight hours are short and temperatures can drop to -10ºC, but it's a great time to see the aurora. Between June and July, the midnight sun barely sets and conditions (20ºC) are ideal for hiking.

America's story is written in song. It's in the syrupy vocals of a gospel choir, in the twang of a banjo, in the beat of a powwow drum. Almost every popular music genre you can think of has US roots. The blues rose from the cotton fields of the South

French architect Henri Labrouste believed that buildings should reflect their origins. So, in the mid-19th century, when he was asked to create the first major library in France attached to neither a palace, monastery or school, he turned to its hist

Best for: Art, architecture, history, music, museums, restaurants, cafés and bars Why go: Visit some of the most vibrant, culture-rich cities in Europe, full of history and atmosphere Route: Bregenz; Innsbruck; Salzburg; Linz; Vienna; Graz Bregenz, t

Best for: Alpine landscapes, hiking and the outdoors, hut-to-hut walks, long-distance trails, wildlife, gentle adventures Why go: Sublime hiking among some of the most spectacularly beautiful mountain scenery on Earth, plus excellent mountain biking

Best for: Wine, wine routes, taverns, local produce, cakes Why go: Spend time in a Viennese café, winery or country heuriger to sample all the flavours of Austria Route: Wachau Valley; Vienna; Purbach and Rust; South Styria; Graz Austria's culinary h

Best for: Food, architecture, hiking, outdoors, shopping Why go: Scattered across mountain areas and beyond, Austria's small towns have a charm all of their own, with a boutique feel and no shortage of that cosy feeling of welcome known as gemütlichk

Best for: Wildlife, the outdoors, wildflowers, lakes Why go: To see some of Europe's most iconic species, including rarities such as the great bustard Route: Hohe Tauern National Park; Gesäuse National Park; Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park Aus

There's no wrong time of the year to visit Austria. There is sublime hiking between June and October, though you can expect snow on the high passes any earlier, and huts to be closed any later. Ski season runs from December to April, with some of the

The Golden Triangle in India is the route between Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. It acts as a captivating time capsule, transporting travellers to pivotal moments in India's storied past. The allure of this trifecta of cities lies not only in the architectu

Located in the north-west corner of South America, Ecuador is one of the 17 most biodiverse countries on Earth – despite being little more than the size of the UK. And while most people immediately think of the Galapagos Islands when it comes to wild

When considering which American cities have the highest concentration of museums and cultural centres, Houston doesn't usually spring to mind. Known primarily as a centre for the oil and gas industry – though NASA's spectacular Lyndon B Johnson Space

El Salvador's rolling volcanic hills are peppered with ancient pyramids, ceremonial centres, Palaeolithic cave paintings and enigmatic statuary depicting the gods of rain, maize and fertility. But its present-day Indigenous Peoples are far more elusi

Legend has it that the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley once cradled a lake festooned with lotus flowers. Then bodhisattva (Buddhist saint) Manjushri cleaved the rock walls with his flaming sword to drain the waters – or perhaps it was Lord Krishna who t

Growing up outside Berwick-upon-Tweed, I never appreciated its unique position in British history, or its shambling beauty. Anyone who has been on an East Coast Main Line train as it crosses the Victorian viaduct over the Tweed will have heard the in

Saudi only opened to non-Muslim travellers five years ago. How did you start working as a guide? My country is over three times the size of France. As a traveller I spent years just exploring it on my own terms. Back in 2001, I also had a number of i