Guided visits

Shallow lagoon and coral flats of Kiritimati seen from above.

Responsible travel

Kiribati

Kiritimati, an atoll to explore by lagoon and birds

On Kiritimati, the lagoon’s scale, infrequent flights and guided birdwatching matter more than collecting stops.

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Magnificent frigatebirds above mangroves at Barbuda's bird sanctuary

Nature

Antigua and Barbuda

Codrington Lagoon in Barbuda: On Board with a Local Guide

A boat trip through Codrington Lagoon offers the chance to watch frigatebirds among the mangroves. The key is to treat the journey to Barbuda separately from the guided visit and leave some flexibility for sea conditions.

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Stone terraces and structures at the Chavín de Huántar archaeological site.

Culture

Peru

Chavín de Huántar: from the museum to the temple galleries

A visit to Chavín de Huántar gains depth when you explore the museum before the monument: the plazas, reliefs and galleries then become more than ancient stone.

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Flysch strata beside Itzurun Beach in Zumaia.

Nature

Spain

Exploring Zumaia’s Flysch Coast from Viewpoints and Trails

In Zumaia, the best plan is not to make your way down to the rocks at all costs. It is to choose between trails, viewpoints and the sea according to the time available and the state of the tide.

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Nature

Ecuador

Llaviucu and Toreadora: Two Gateways to Cajas National Park

Two sectors, two elevations and one useful rule: choose a Cajas hike according to your acclimatization, available time and the day’s conditions.

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Pale sedimentary formations in Ischigualasto Provincial Park.

Nature

Argentina

Planning Separate Visits to Ischigualasto and Talampaya

Two adjoining parks, two visiting rhythms and one fossil basin: what changes between Ischigualasto and Talampaya, and how to plan your visit thoughtfully.

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Panoramic view of the historic Ghardaïa ksar in the M’Zab Valley.

Culture

Algeria

M’Zab Valley visits begin with five ksour and local guidance

Ghardaïa, Beni Isguen, Melika, Bounoura and El Atteuf form a living urban landscape. The key is to organise your visit with a local guide, enough time and respect for local rules.

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Underground canyon and Cerkvenik Bridge in Škocjan Caves.

Nature

Slovenia

Škocjan: a guided cave visit and trail for planning your day well

At Škocjan, the key decision is not simply whether to enter the cave: it is working out the effort involved, connecting properly with the train and leaving time to understand the Reka River landscape.

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Luangwa River and riparian vegetation in South Luangwa National Park.

Nature

Zambia

South Luangwa: choosing a walking safari and the right season

The park lends itself to combining vehicle drives with guided walks, but it is worth deciding on the season, base and access arrangements before committing to an itinerary.

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Gate of No Return facing the Atlantic in Ouidah.

Culture

Benin

A day in Ouidah links Vodún, Villa Ajavon and Atlantic memory

A day in Ouidah brings together the Route of the Enslaved, an active Vodún sanctuary and Villa Ajavon, without reducing places of mourning or worship to simple photo stops.

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Exterior of the Côa Museum above the river valley.

Culture

Portugal

The Côa Valley: choosing rock-art sites and visiting at an unhurried pace

A visit to the Côa Valley is best planned around light, terrain and the time available: museum first, one or two sites afterwards, and logistics arranged in advance.

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