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Author Sean Connolly describes the traditional beliefs and practices of Bwiti, the most widespread male secret society in Gabon.

We chat to Marco Muscarà, an Italian freelance photographer, whose images feature in our São Tomé, Paraguay and Cape Verde guides.

With a wide range of foreign restaurants opening all over the country, Estonia is far more gastronomically diverse than ever before. Maila Saar helps us to identify the mainstays of traditional Estonian cuisine.

Michael Bordeaux describes evocative memories of Tallinn in 1960, the year Estonia opened to Western visitors. 

We chat to Neil Gower, designer of the beautiful illustrated book jackets in our travel literature series.  

Author Kathleen Becker describes her first ‘Discover Scuba Diving’ session ­­– a truly magical experience.

Gerhard Seibert and Paulo Alves Pereira explore the mystery surrounding how the Angolares people came to be on the island. 

Designated a ‘foreign terrorist organisation’ by the US, Hezbollah continues to be one of the most enduring and high-profile aspects of modern Lebanese history and politics with which most Westerners are familiar.

The giant coconut crab is the world's largest crustacian.

In Lago Niassa (Lake Malawi), over 850 fish species have been recorded.

Keith Barnes and Josh Engel discuss the spectacular birdwatching diversity of Gorongosa National Park.

The trek between Landmannalaugar and Thórsmörk is one every Icelander walks at least once in their lifetime.

A selection of brief descriptions of places in Reykjavík, to help put some context to your wanderings.

Almost everything about this animal is extraordinary.

Learn how rhinos are making a return to Botswana after being hunted almost to extinction in the 20th century.

The supposedly 'New Forest' is centuries old – and it's only 23% woodland.

Author Murray Stewart describes an adventurous ride along Santo Antão’s precipitous roads. 

Author Murray Stewart delves into the history of Sal Rei’s impoverished township, Boa Esperança.

Authors Aisling Irwin and Colum Wilson discuss amorous avian behaviour in Cape Verde.

Take a tour of Sheikh Safi's beautiful tomb in Ardabil. 

Jonathan and Angela Scott discuss the future of tourism in Kenya and the challenges facing the country, its people and wildlife. 

The village of Barani has given itself a lifeline by reaching out to its equine heritage.

With paintings, bronze, pottery and handmade drums, Siao is a continent-wide artisanal extravaganza.

Authors Katrina Mason and James Knight explain the process behind the manufacture of Burkina’s beer of choice.

The last 50 years of Nigerian international football history explored.

Celebrate World Music Day (https://musicday.org.uk/) and learn about Africa's music traditions.  

Rosie Whitehouse, author of our Liguria guide, discusses the flourishing artisan food industries in the Monte Sibillini region. 

Authors Sophie and Max Lovell-Hoare explore the history of the Nubian people.

David Else describes the extinct volcano of Jebel Marra.

The authors of our Sudan guide explain the fascinating history behind its most famous diving site.

Authors Thammy Evans and Rudolf Abraham take us on a tour of Istria's nine lighthouses.

David Horwell, author of our Galápagos Wildlife guide, discusses the islands and his travel highlights. 

Rosie Whitehouse takes an emotional trip down memory lane in Cluj, Transylvania.

Janice Booth talks of how far Rwanda has come since the genocide of 1994.

After their car breaks down, two men come face to face with the real dangers of the Zambian bush 

Learn how you can get involved in this rescue organisation, which aims to rehabilitate elephants after poaching incidents.

Author Chris McIntyre explains how researchers have attempted to bridge the conflict between conservation and community.

Author Mike Bagshaw pays a visit to the cookery school of this Yorkshire institution.

Mike Bagshaw discusses the comeback of this magnificent bird.

The East Arc is classified as one of the world’s top 20 biodiversity hotspots.

Find out how best to respect this African culture with our guide to safari photography.

Author Philip Briggs discusses the myths and mysteries surrounding Mulanje Massif.