October 2019

In this issue

Secrets…

On hidden places, cultural gems, essential tips, remote walks, adventure, photography, gear, wildlife, money, transport and road trips are all covered in our special 200th feature – here’s what you don’t know, but should know, as revealed by a top team of travel experts and gurus

Cambodia

After more than a decade out of service, Cambodia’s railway lines are ready to take you on a journey of rebirth through the country’s rural heart and buzzing capital

Nicaragua

A land of contrasts, Nicaragua’s unhurried island life is a world away from its fiery volcanoes and history of pirates, rebels and dark legends

Yellowstone NP, USA

From herds of bison to the elusive wolf, steaming geysers to diamond dust, Yellowstone National Park is a year-round destination, but in winter the few visitors get this wildlife-rich wonderland all to themselves

10 Alternative Secret Wildlife Experiences

From gorilla trekking in Gabon to tracking lions in India, and observing sperm whales in the Caribbean, Paul Bloomfield uncovers the best destinations to find some amazing animal magic away from the usual crowds

Interview with Steve Backshall

For his new book and television series, the BAFTA-winning adventurer seeks out unexplored

corners of the globe on ten world-first expeditions – to Mexico, Suriname, Bhutan and beyond

WIN…

…An epic trek for two to Peru, worth over £3,000

…A short break for two to Jersey

…£500 worth of Craghoppers’ gear

…A trip to KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa worth over £9,400

…A photography trip to Texas by entering our annual Travel Photo of the Year awards

Plus… First 24 hours in Tashkent, Uzbekistan; a short break in Inverness; Travel Icon: Oudaia, Morocco; Secret cuisines with Belizean chef Sean Kuylen; Tokyo vs Kyoto; Go now: Finnish Lapland; Dream sleeps in Gyokuzoin Temple; How to pack like a pro – and lots, lots more…