In this issue

India
Always feel like an outsider looking in when it comes to India? We head to Rajasthan to meet the locals for an immersive experience like no other

Canada's Wildest National Parks
From trawling the Arctic's ice floes for polar bears to hiking some of the planet's most dramatic scenery, we step into the wilds of the country's best national parks – which this year are completely free…

Jordan Trail: Trip Planner
Ancient cities, dramatic mountains, wadis, gorges and more – we help you choose a section of the Middle East's brand new country-crossing walking trail

Brazil
We discover the alternative Amazon – a land of rhythmic cities, wild archipelagos and the Tapajos – a mosquito-free white sand wonder unlike anywhere else

China
Join us as we search for paradise in South China's Himalaya range to discover perfect peaks, wild treks and hidden cultures of the real Shangri-La, and beyond...

Plus... How to tackle a long distance trek – and enjoy it; meet India's two adventure twins; the best foodie breaks for your tummy; First 24 hours in Sri Lanka's capital – Colombo; Undertaking a 'micro-pilgrimage' as Britain attempts to resurrect a classic in Kent; Check out the best ways to visit Italy's explosive Mount Etna; best tent alternative, and lots, lots more...

Mystic River

We discover the alternative Amazon: a land of rhythmic cities, wild archipelagos and the Tapajós – a mosquito free white-sand wonder unlike anywhere else in Brazil…

9 mins

Indian Immersion

Vital work is being done to aid rural communities in India’s northern state of Rajasthan. As new cultural trips to the region launch, we meet the locals…

9 mins

Tackle A Long-distance Trek

There’s a certain romance when it comes to walking. Whether it’s down to the slow pace, escaping the bustle or just getting back to nature. But your first long-distance (multi-day) trek on something big like the new Jordan Trail (see p42) can feel intimidating, with kit, fitness and safety all concerns. Here’s how to get trail-ready...

4 mins

Icebergs

Why are we talking about icebergs?The sight of melting icebergs in polar waters is nothing new. The result is not only rising sea levels (scary enough in itself), but the loss of real history – some of these floating ice mountains are nearly 10,000 years old. So the recent sighting of some unusually large ’bergs off the sub-arctic coast of Newfoundland, Canada, naturally peaked our interest and that of visitors, especially as they have arrived in time for the island’s Iceberg Festival this June.

2 mins

How To Take Better Travel Photos

How do you take lunar photos? Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year judge Dr Marek Kukula (right) and astronomer Tom Kerss shoot for the moon…

2 mins

Green Perils

Travellers may be wary of beasties, but the hazards of brushing against certain plants are less well known. Dr Jane WilsonHowarth detangles the risks of getting too close to nature…

4 mins

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