The loveliness of Luang Prabang

Kirsten Hamilton-Sturdy shares the highlights of Luang Prabang, Laos, including the local temples, markets and boat excursions.

From wrecks to reefs: the world’s best dive sites

From crystal-clear lagoons in Southeast Asia to cavernous cenotes in Central America.

A land where mountains and mankind meet

Tajikistan’s tourism industry is taking on a new focus, one that brings its breathtaking landscapes to life through a millennia of history.

Uncovering Kyrgyzstan: the land of myths and mountains

Exploring the country’s cultural heritage, from Silk Road monuments to deeply ingrained nomadic traditions.

A land of untouched remoteness: exploring the Gobi Desert

Welcome to the world’s most northerly desert.

Getting off grid: the world’s remotest islands

Are you a fan of getting off the beaten track?