In this issue

The Future of Travel
As Wanderlust marks its 30th anniversary, we gaze three decades into the future to see how new technologies, climate change and shifting attitudes will affect the way we travel the world…

30 Years of Wanderlust
We look back at how Wanderlust and travel itself have changed in the past 30 years

Impressionist France
Head to the French regions and cities that gave birth to the 19th-century’s Impressionist art movement to see what inspired the artists who lived it 150 years ago

Bhutan
Half a century on after it first opened up to tourists, we pay a visit to a nation still attempting to keep tradition, sustainability and, above all, happiness at the heart of life

Bosnia & Herzegovina
While the legacy of the Bosnian War still hangs over much of this Balkan nation, you’ll find a whole other side to life here in its historic towns, beautiful countryside and warm welcome

Capital Region, USA
Sixty years after the March on Washington and Dr Martin Luther King’s era-defining ‘I Have a Dream…’ speech, Black history is finally being told across the Capital Region

Sierra Leone
Why rediscovering the histories of those abducted from West Africa into a life of enslavement is bringing more than solace to modern-day visitors and pilgrims to Freetown – it offers hope

PLUS
Dispatches: Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef
Urban Spotlight: Santiago and Valparaíso, Chile
WanderSleeps: Singapore stays
Museum Cities: Madrid, Spain
World Heritage: Trogir, Croatia
European Break: Puglia, Italy
World Food: Hāngī in New Zealand

Vermont, USA

The Wanderlust team relocated to New England for part of this issue, as we explored a lush state filled with outdoor escapes, historic towns... and lashings of maple syrup

6 mins

Unique North America

See a side to the USA and Canada beyond the big cities and discover incredible stories and special wildlife with our pick of the trips

5 mins

The call of the Rockies

From historic ski lodges to rustic backcountry cabins and a mock-Scottish castle, we pick the stays in Canada's Rocky Mountains that make the most of their setting

6 mins

A new dawn for the Garifuna community

When the Garifuna people settled in Belize, they had to carry their traditions and culture with them; now a new trail is inviting visitors to explore this heritage through local communities

9 mins

On the edge of history

In south-west Colorado lies the largest archaeological preserve in the USA, a series of vast cliff dwellings whose residents 'vanished' overnight. But was the answer to their disappearance in plain sight?

10+ mins

Tigers burning bright

As India celebrates 50 years of its Project Tiger conservation scheme, we visit the reserves of Madhya Pradesh to see how its success has impacted a tiger population that once looked in danger of disappearing

9 mins

SEASON'S GREETINGS

From fiery fall foliage to art fairs and harvest festivals, opens up a wealth of across the USA and Canada autumn experiences

10 mins

Waking a sleeping GIANT

A slow drive along the North Wales Way, from the English border to Anglesey, reveals not only a land of incredible local food and castles, but a region that is slowly reimagining itself

8 mins

The rebirth of old JEDDAH

As efforts to restore Al-Balad, Jeddah's historical district, take hold, we get an exclusive peek at how art and culture are taking centre stage

10 mins

Star-studded escapes

Wilderness, history and wildlife combine at some of Britain's most iconic stargazing sites, as more and more travellers are looking to the heavens

8 mins

Lavaux, Switzerland

The Swiss know that nothing accompanies views of far-off peaks better than a glass of wine from the UNESCO-listed Lavaux area, where vertical vineyards clamber the slopes above Lac Léman, writes Caroline Bishop

4 mins

Written in stone

Menorca's archaeological sites, ancient crafts and historic coastal trail offer a little-seen glimpse of early life on an island that has horizons far beyond its beautiful sea views

7 mins

How to TRAVEL SOLO

From leaving your partner behind to mastering dining by yourself, discover the secrets to solo-travel success

8 mins

KING ARTHURS

The story of King Arthur has roots on both sides of the English Channel, where parts of Cornwall and Brittany blur the lines of myth and history as you walk among legends

7 mins

CALIFORNIA

Plan your perfect escape around the Golden State's cultured cities, celebrated winelands and wild fringes with our trip planner

9 mins

First-time Antarctica

With visitor numbers rising on the White Continent, many people are now experiencing it for the first time. We sent our own Antarctic novice to see what they can expect

10+ mins

Into the forest of eden

Not for nothing is Gabon dubbed 'The Last Eden'. Its dense forests are a bastion for some of Africa's rarest species - you just need patience to see them

10+ mins

Life in the fast lane

Now that a new high-speed train is opening up corners of Laos once served only by buses, how will life change in the laid-back nation where slow travel has always been the norm?

8 mins

Hawaiian havens

Say 'aloha' to Hawaii Island's most storied stays, where historic royal towns, ancient ruins and a landscape carved by raw volcanic power offer a backdrop every bit as enticing as the accommodation

7 mins

Giving back

Karen Edwards looks at the most powerful ways you can support places and communities as you travel, so you can give back more effectively

4 mins

Latin journeys

Rare encounters, vibrant cultures and curious histories abound on these hand-picked tours of Latin America

5 mins

Bettany Hughes

The TV historian talks to Lyn Hughes about coming to terms with her grief while filming a new series on India

5 mins

Get outdoors in MINNESOTA

Minnesota is an al-fresco adventurer's paradise. The North Star State's wild patchwork of lakes, forests and craggy cliffs beg to be explored...

3 mins

Settings to savour in Jordan

From Dead Sea resorts and desert retreats to camping in reserves where Bedouin traditions still hold fast, Jordan's wild landscapes and ancient sites offer up stays that catch the eye... and imagination

7 mins

Beyond the beaches

The Bahamas has changed a lot in its 50 years of independence, but there are still places where life is much the same and history and traditions run deep Words & photographs

8 mins

The flavours of South Africa

It all started here. But in the land where cooking was born, thousands of years of migration and population movement have created a South African cuisine that takes from a little bit of everywhere, writes Nick Dall

3 mins

THE CITY AT THE CENTRE OF THE WORLD EXPLORING QUITO

Widely considered to be South America's most visitor-friendly capital, Quito also has a rich and storied history.

5 mins

On the right track

Take the hassle out of plotting routes and booking tickets with our pick of tour operators' top itineraries by train

5 mins

ZADAR: CROATIA'S UNSUNG DALMATIAN GEM

A beguiling mix of the past and present, this coastal Croatian city remains resolutely under the radar. Explore its eclectic architecture, fine food and myriad wild corners before the rest of the world catches on

3 mins

A day to remember

Juneteenth is a US holiday about both uplifting the African American community and acknowledging a history that needs to be told, writes Lynn Brown

2 mins

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Wanderlust Travel Magazine Description:

Wanderlust is the world’s leading magazine for independent-minded, adventurous travellers interested in local cultures, wildlife and activities. Established in 1993, the magazine combines first-hand stories by acclaimed travel writers with beautiful photography and in-depth advice, so you can plan your own authentic adventures.