In this issue

Polar trip planner

The ultimate adventure? Whether you’re heading north or south, the planet’s tips remain at the top of most travellers’ wishlists. Grab your baselayers and find out how to tackle them…

Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea’s Sepik River winds through unchanged villages, with new trips opening up this country within a country

Wild Oman

Known as one of the most authentic countries on the Arabian Peninsula, Oman has an even wilder side still – head south to Salalah for wonderful wadis, beautiful birds and baobab forests…

Namibia’s last wilderness

The rugged north-west of Namibia brings travellers face to face with desert-adapted wildlife and a remote region little changed (or visited) in centuries

20 UNESCO heritage greats

From rock-hewn cities to Welsh castles; mountaintop temples to island prisons; we celebrate the UNESCO-listed wonders that make the world a more cultured place

Wanderlust Travel Photo of the Year 2018

The UK’s biggest travel photography competition is back! Enter and win a photo commission to Hong Kong and Macao

Plus... Top trips to hidden Europe; Know your… Oberammergau passion play, Germany; 5 minutes with... Countryfile presenter Anita Rani; How to survive your first canal boat trip; First 24 hours in Edinburgh, Scotland; Short Break in Antwerp & Doel (Belgium); gear guide to water bottles; and lots, lots more...

Into The Mouth Of The Crocodile

Papua New Guinea’s Sepik River winds through unchanged villages, with new trips opening up this country within a country.

10 mins

Wild Arabia

Known as one of the most authentic countries on the Arabian Peninsula, Oman has an even wilder side still – head south to Salalah for wonderful wadis, beautiful birds and baobab forests…

9 mins

Win An Autumn Trip To Finnish Lapland

Discover why autumn is the northern lights’ best-kept secret by going on an Arctic adventure with tour operator The Aurora Zone.

3 mins

All Together Now

We often think we’re safe when travelling surrounded by others or sharing facilities, but there’s a world of hidden dangers (and microbes), says Dr Jane Wilson-Howarth.

4 mins

Namibia's Last Wilderness

The rugged north-west of Namibia brings travellers face to face with desert-adapted wildlife and a remote region little changed (or visited) in centuries.

9 mins

Travel Icon: Leaning Tower Of Pisa, Italy

Pisa’s wonky wonder had head-scratching architects captivated for centuries, but nearly 850 years since it was first built, it still casts travellers under its spell.

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.