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Activities at Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls has an impressive and eclectic array of activities to offer no matter what your tastes

Getting off the beaten track in Zimbabwe

Make your trip to Zimbabwe even more special with some of these lesser-known destinations

Secret societies and superb sands: why visit Gabon?

'Africa's last Eden' is well worth a visit.

“One location left me utterly spellbound”: Scott Bennett

Our Photographer of the Month, an underwater photography expert, shares his best shots from across the globe.

A historic journey through Zimbabwe’s coffee belt

A sustainable coffee advocate uncovers why Zimbabweans are true coffee afficionados

Uganda’s best adventure activities

Uganda is the perfect destination for adventure lovers and adrenaline junkies

The rise of ecotourism in Uzbekistan

As Uzbekistan develops as a tourism destination and more of the world discovers its treasures, we can explore what else the country has to offer

Southwest Uganda: what not to miss

Hosting the most varied safari circuit anywhere in Africa, southwest Uganda is packed with spectacular wildlife and incredible landscapes

The importance of trust in travel

Rachel started travelling with her mum, the inimitable Dervla Murphy, at the age of just four

The Registan

Among the most iconic sights on the Silk Road, this central square is one of the world's greatest examples of medieval Islamic architecture

Uzbekistan: beyond the Silk Road

Beyond the striking mosques, mausoleums and madrasas, Uzbekistan has plenty more to offer

The Tashkent Metro

More than just a convenient form of public transport, the Tashkent Metro is a beautiful highlight of the city itself

In search of king whale-head

The story of the shoebill, one of Africa's most elusive birds.

Five reasons to visit Uzbekistan

It's clichéd but true to say that the country offers a little something for everyone

In conversation with Maria Pieri

Maria Pieri from National Geographic Traveller (UK) talks us through the highs and lows of travelling with kids and the current trends in family travel

Greek Peloponnese – bees knees for a family trip

Holidaying with kids in the Peloponnese makes a welcome change from the tried and tested Greek islands

The Calais region – an overlooked family gem

This often-overlooked area of northern France is a fantastic place for a family holiday

An appetite for discomfort verging on the Gothic

Hilary Bradt talks to Dervla Murphy and Dervla's daughter Rachel

Best monasteries in Ladakh

From towering Maitreya Buddhas to beautiful medieval frescoes, Ladakh's abundance of monasteries boast plenty of hidden treasures

Namibia’s secret attraction: Spitzkoppe Mountain Range

An insight into one of Namibia's best-kept secrets

Is this where Lawrence blew it up, Mum?

Dr Françoise Hivernel shares her 1989 adventures in Jordan with her two teenaged sons, Christophe and Gregoire

“I spent five days in the pouring rain!”

Travel photographer Marco Muscarà shares his shots of the world's most off-the-beaten-track places.

A beer lover’s guide to Flanders

Tips for finding the region's best brews from Good Beer Guide author, Tim Webb.

City breaks: a weekend in Ghent

This little-known Belgian city is the ideal city break destination, but without the tourists.

From NYC street food to Burmese handicrafts

Documentary photographer Nancy Chuang shares her favourite experiences of daily life around the globe.

Getting active in the Azores

With so many different things to see and do, the Azores are an outdoor lover's paradise.

Europe’s greatest hiking trails

Europe has some spectacular opportunities for walkers.

Six reasons to visit the Azores

From extreme marine life to a relaxing atmosphere, the Azores offer a wide variety of travel experiences. Here, Sunvil Holidays describe why you should fall in love with this natural paradise in the mid-Atlantic.

The world’s best lesser-known wine regions

We’ve all heard of Burgundy and Tuscany, but what about Kosovo and Israel? 

Taking the road less travelled: Shane Dallas

The photographer explores the connections he has made with people and places across the globe.

Something unexpected in the Namib Desert

German-Namibian artist Max Siedentopf has created an art installation he believes will keep one select song playing forever and ever. 

Land shipwrecks in Namibia

Nick Molloy gives us the lowdown on Namibia's famous Skeleton Coast, where the shipwrecks leave you with no doubt as to the inspiration behind its name.  

Malawi’s music

Author Helena Smith discusses the range of music styles you can expect to hear on a trip to Malawi.

500 elephants on the move

One of the largest and most significant elephant translocations in human history has taken place in Malawi

For the hagglers: Ghana’s best markets

With some of the largest marketplaces in West Africa, organised chaos is something of a speciality in Ghana.

Five reasons to visit Namibia

From ancient engravings and ghost towns to silvery saltpans and untrammelled desert, Namibia is a land of bewitching variety.

Traditional life for the Bushmen

Chris McIntyre sheds some light on the lifestyle of these ancient people. 

Surviving in the Namib Desert

Jonathan Hughes discusses the hardcore flora and fauna that battle to survive in one of the world’s harshest terrains.

Walvis Bay Lagoon: a bleak future

Namibia’s oldest lagoon is on the verge of disappearing completely, writes author Chris McIntyre.

Posubans

Author Philip Briggs describes the unusual shrines that are a distinctive feature of Ghana’s central coast region. 

Unique sleeps – the world’s most unusual hotels

From four-star caves to a house in the clouds – you're guaranteed a stay to remember in these 'hotels'. 

Creating understanding: Adam Balogh

We speak to the painter-photographer who captures holy sites and what connects us as human beings.