The June issue of National Geographic Traveler (UK) is now available. This month’s cover story focuses on outdoor adventures in Canada, a country that’s home to glacier-capped peaks, polar tundra, and sun-kissed grasslands on an epic scale. The spectrum of activities is endless, from wild camping and multi-day hikes to leisurely paddles and road trips dotted with luxury lodges.
This issue also sees a new series, The big trip, which offers practical advice for tackling some of the world’s most exciting destinations. The first edition explores Silk Road routes through Central Asiafrom ornate mausoleum complexes to cities filled with Soviet architecture.
Oman: Rich history and striking landscapes, from the Arabian Coast to the Hajar Mountains.
Costa Rica: Explore the wildest corners of Central America, where quetzals hide and rivers lead to jungle shelters.
Laos: In one corner of this Southeast Asian country, life is shaped by the flow of the Mekong.
Lisbon: Tram rides, street art and al fresco dining: Portugal’s bustling capital is best explored outdoors.
Oslo: Summer is the perfect time to explore Norway’s first thriving city.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Discover the turbulent history of this Balkan country, its wild nature and its surprising culinary scene.
Barbados: Inventive food and drink projects are redefining the Caribbean island’s culinary landscape.
Paris: The French capital offers accommodation options to suit all budgets.
More, it’s the birthday of Viennathe Universal Exhibition of; new exhibitions at London; a taste of Corfu; archeology and Indiana Jones in Syracuse; Maniladesign-focused hotels; family trips to UNITED KINGDOM sea side; sand, sherry and Spanish history Cadiz; a getaway to Cornwall Falmouth; excellent reading about British nature; and most of the packaging.
We talk to author Freya Bromley about swimming in all of Britain’s tidal pools, and adventurers Ed Salisbury and Jon Moy about highlighting the impact of climate change on the world’s highest peaks . In our Ask the Experts section, experts give advice for a first campervan trip; where to hike along the Kent side; what to see and what to do Helsinki this summer; and how to stay safe when traveling to South East Asia when you are allergic to nuts. Meanwhile, The Info celebrates the 50th anniversary of India’s famous Tiger Project with facts and figures about the feline, and Hot Topic wonders if this is the end of solo trekking in India. Nepal. Finally, the report examines Scotlandwhiskey tours revitalized, as photographer Ben Weller tells us how he captured Kyoto‘s live music scene.