In this issue

Travel Photo of the Year 2018
It’s that time again! Our judges have scoured thousands of your entries to narrow down the finalists of this year’s travel photo competition. Turn over to see who’s won the commission of a lifetime to Hong Kong and Macao…

The Comoros Islands
Remote and aromatic, impoverished and chaotic, Comoros is the Indian Ocean archipelago you won’t find in the brochures. But that makes it all the more intriguing…

Alternative Travel Classics
When visiting the world’s travel icons, it pays not to follow the crowds. From tracing the River Nile to camping on the Great Wall, we reveal how you can blaze a different trail…

Kyrgyzstan
As the world moves on, Kyrgyzstan’s nomadic culture appears under threat. But in Central Asia’s magnificent mountains the old traditions still find a way to survive…

New Brunswick, Canada
Canada’s Bay of Fundy is the best place in the world to glimpse the endangered North Atlantic right whale. We set sail, hot on its trail…

On sitting still in Zambia
Author and journalist Simon Barnes meditates on the blissful benefits of not doing, not searching, not moving, not exploring – just being in a special place, and understanding why it’s special

Gear of the Year 2019
Our resident gear expert and her panel of judges have once again tirelessly prodded and probed to uncover the best kit to accompany your adventures. Drum roll please for this year’s winners…

WIN
A trip to the Deep South worth over £3,000 with Grand American Adventures, and a trip to Montréal with Collette worth over £3,750

Plus…First 25 hours in Osaka, Japan; Short break in Matera; Turkish cuisine; Malta vs Madeira; Go now, Rio; Dream sleeps in Brazil; Living bridges; How to digital detox, and lots, lots more…

Simon Barnes - On Sitting Still In Zambia

The author and journalist meditates on the blissful benefits of not doing, not searching, not moving, not exploring – just being in a special place, and understanding why it’s special.

3 mins

Steppe In Time

As The World Moves On, Kyrgyzstan’s Nomadic Culture Appears Under Threat. But In Central Asia’s Magnificent Mountains The Old Traditions Still Find A Way To Survive…

10+ mins

Travel With The Experts

And by experts, we mean us. Visit some of our favourite destinations via a selection of exclusive trips curated by Wanderlust in partnership with leading tour operators.

6 mins

On The Tail Of The Whale

Canada’s Bay of Fundy is the best place in the world to glimpse the endangered North Atlantic right whale. We set sail, hot on its trail…

10+ mins

Seven Of The Best - Wild New Zealand Escapes

Bury your phone, leave the laptop at home and immerse yourself in New Zealand’s jaw-dropping wilderness. We pick the top Kiwi stays for getting back to nature.

3 mins

Travel Photo Of The Year 2018

It’s that time again! Our judges have scoured thousands of your entries to narrow down the finalists of this year’s travel photo competition. Turn over to see who’s won the commission of a lifetime to Hong Kong and Macao…

10+ 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.