Nature

Routes

Slovakia

Banská Štiavnica through its tajchy and mining galleries

A two-day escape to understand Banská Štiavnica through its steep historic centre, visitable mines and historic reservoirs that once powered its economy.

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Djibouti

Lake Assal and Ghoubbet: a day of salt, lava and road

A trip from Djibouti City to Lake Assal and Ghoubbet calls for more road planning than mileage: water, communication and time to spare.

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Culture

Canada

Áísínai’pi and the Rock Art of the Milk River Valley

At Writing-on-Stone, the important decision is not how many viewpoints to collect, but whether to choose an independent approach to the landscape or a guided visit to the protected rock art.

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Culture

United States

Sapelo Island by Ferry, Marshland and the Hog Hammock Community

A barrier island with limited access, where the ferry and guided tours shape the day. What you need to know to experience Sapelo without mistaking a living community for an attraction.

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Culture

El Salvador

Suchitoto on foot and Lake Suchitlán by boat over two days

A getaway in two rhythms: adobe-and-tile streets in Suchitoto, followed by a mindful journey across the Cerrón Grande Reservoir.

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South Africa

Mapungubwe brings archaeology and savanna together in a sprawling park

A visit to Mapungubwe requires careful planning: the hill, ancient settlements, the three-country viewpoint and roads that shape the route.

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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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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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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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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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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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Tuvalu

Funafuti and the boat trip to the conservation area

The most meaningful excursion from Funafuti depends on a boat, sea conditions and accepting that the atoll is not a conventional beach destination.

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