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Brighten up your day with the world’s most colourful places

Sit back and enjoy this kaleidoscope of colours.

Appreciation for nature: Harry Randell

"Growing up on a farm has helped me appreciate the work people do in the less urban areas of the vastly different landscapes of southern Africa."

A postcard from Valletta

Lilly Graves takes a self-guided tour of Valletta's churches, with not a tourist in sight.

The world’s most impressive geological features

Marble caves, salt lakes and rainbow mountains.

Yarsagumba: the magical Himalayan caterpillar-fungus

With its magical medicinal properties, this unique creature is a lifeline for communities in Tibet and Nepal.

A musical tour of Latin America

Huw Hennessy shares some of his favourite tracks from across the Americas.

Welcome to Bulgaria: a land of magnificent monasteries

While some are a carnival of colour, others are characterised by a serene tranquillity.

In photos: a Tanzanian adventure

Exploring one of Africa's most beautiful countries – without the tourists.

Bizarre buildings: the otherworldly architecture of Astana

The Kazakh capital is packed with architectural delights.

Five reasons to visit North Macedonia

North Macedonia might not necessarily be on your list of European destinations to visit, but it certainly should be.

Personal space: The future of travel tech

The editor of National Geographic Traveller UK shares his thoughts on the role of technology in the future of travel.

Blooming spring breaks: the best European destinations for wildlife lovers

Hands up if you're already looking forward to spring.

The natural wonders of Dominica

With its swathes of undisturbed rainforest and clusters of active volcanoes, Dominica is a haven of natural beauty.

Photography for a purpose: Bharat Patel

Bharat's work helps him to document issues that are close to his heart.

The only way is slow: a life-changing trip in Chile’s Atacama Desert

I didn’t know anything about Slow Travel 15 years ago, but gently is the only way to do anything when above the 3,000m mark.

Burgas Wetlands: the birding Mecca

This area is attractive to birdwatchers all year round.

7 unusual things to do in Zurich

With an enviable lakeside location, Switzerland’s largest city has much to offer.

A true family Christmas pudding

Based in the Chilterns, this family-run pudding producer learned its tricks from Nanna.

Legends of the fell: Pony-walking in the Lake District

Six hours of solid rain and soggy feet did not dampen our enthusiasm for Tom Lloyd’s love of fell ponies.

The true tale behind classic comedy caper Whisky Galore!

It's a story that has passed into common lore in the Outer Hebrides.

Who would write a travel guidebook in a pandemic? Lockdown in Tunisia

For Oscar Scafidi, the Bradt Guide to Tunisia has been no easy feat.

A walk in my home county: the Middlewood Way

Explore one of England's 'Walkers are Welcome' towns on this delightful 2½-mile circular route. 

Recipe of the Week: Mrs Beeton’s Bakewell Pudding

Try your hand at baking a firm British family favourite with this vintage recipe from a classic household handbook.

Climbing the Pico de São Tomé

São Tomé's tallest mountain is no walk in the park.

A walk in my home county: Burrington Combe, Somerset

Take in the rich views along wooded valleys, open moorlands and dramatic gorges on this 5-mile walk.

The secrets of spomeniks: a window into Yugoslavia

These fantastical memorials serve as a poignant reminder of the lives lost during the National Liberation Struggle.

St Helena: The secret of the South Atlantic

Photographer Mathias Falcone shares his favourite shots from one of the world's most remote islands.

Worldly Appetites: Dorset apple cake

Savour the tastes of Dorset with this recipe for the county's world-famous apple cake.

In photos: the world’s most beautiful metro stations

From Soviet-era spectacles to modern-day masterpieces.

The best of bothy worlds: an eco-chic holiday in Galloway

Why a break in a beehive with the family was just what the doctor ordered.

Impressions of Socotra: a photo story

This UNESCO-listed Yemeni island certainly leaves a mark on those who visit.

The Isle of Skye is the limit

There's something special in the soil in the Inner Hebrides.

From peril to natural paradise: inside Albania’s notorious gulag

Elizabeth Gowing takes a look inside on of Albania's most powerful sites of memory.

A literary tour of the Chilterns

Some of Britain’s most famous works of literature – from the tales of Chaucer to the creations of Enid Blyton – can be traced to one small area of the country: the Chilterns and Thames Valley.

Cycling the Pamir Highway

If you are serious about the challenge, then the chance to see things at your own pace and to meet Pamiris will be among the greatest rewards of cycling.

The world’s shortest flight: hopping over to Papa Westray

Join Mark Rowe on an unique island-hopping adventure in Orkney.

7 things you didn’t know about London’s islands

From torpedoes to Hendrix, London’s islands have witnessed fascinating stories.

The rise of the ‘daycation’: our favourite family activities in England

From ice cream farms to model villages.

A postcard from the end of the world: exploring St Helena

Photographer Scott Bennett shares his experiences of exploring and photographing this tiny island.

Celebrating Uganda’s unbeatable natural splendour

Whatever your area of interest, this African nation is awash with an unparalleled array of natural delights.

A Greek beach-filled paradise: welcome to Sithonia

‘Beware of Greeks bearing gifts’ may be the old saying, but I will take my chances and accept them gracefully.

Saving the Socotran mangroves: Ghubbah replantation plot

Freshwater biologist Dr Kay Van Damme shares his passion for this Socotran environmental project.