Veganism: a worldwide quest for plant-based perfection
All over the world, the plant-based lifestyle is growing, with chefs putting together amazing new vegan menus. We explore the UK's vegan scene including hotspots in London, and reveal the world's seven best vegan restaurants.
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How to spend a weekend on the Cumbrian coast
Resist the lure of the Lake District and instead trace England’s northwest coastline by road or rail, savouring epicurean discoveries and sandy hikes along the way.
What they're eating in Beirut
Topped flatbreads, heritage grains and Armenian cuisine are all on the menu in the Lebanese capital.
Stories from the Arctic Coast Way, Iceland's epic new road trip
Trace the very edge of the world on a new road trip around Iceland’s northernmost reaches. Here, long summer days spent exploring element-blasted peninsulas and fjords rich in marine life are teamed with stays in cosy fishing towns swirling with stories.
Into the Okavango Delta: a portrait of Africa’s wildest conservation destination
Recent droughts in Botswana's 100-mile-wide alluvial fan have brought together conservationists, local people and new safari concessions in fresh efforts to help protect its life giving headwaters
Travel's new philanthropists
These days, luxury travel is as much about hands-on engagement with a destination as it is opulent escapism, and increasingly that means conservation and community.
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Explore while you exercise: 10 ways to travel and stay fit in 2020
From New York to Bangkok, six personal trainers in cities across the globe share the trends that are hot right now — and the ones to look out for in 2020.
Photo story: following the wooded waterways of New Brunswick, Canada
Set in the north of New Brunswick, Restigouche County is named for the mighty river that runs through it — a journey that begins in the Appalachian Mountains and ends at the Atlantic coast. Life in this bucolic region is shaped by the river’s meandering path: anglers and canoeists are drawn to the Restigouche’s crystal waters, while the forests that tumble down to its banks are a playground for campers and birders, and home to the curious pastime of moose calling.
Frequent flyer: Ultra-long-haul flights
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A city guide to Dubrovnik
Croatia’s southernmost city may be famous for its dramatic ramparts and picture-perfect Adriatic views, but there’s a more engaging way to explore. Slip into side streets packed with seafood restaurants, paddle to islets, and explore sleepy satellite towns.
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Sandy vines and subtle wines in Lisbon's underrated wine region
From the sandy vines of Colares to the ‘sweet spot’ of Alenquer, Lisbon's underrated wine region is producing reds and whites as complex and singular as the local landscape.
Breaking bread in Nashville: the smoky taste of Tennessee
Pitmaster Pat Martin spends his working day barbecuing and his free time grilling — two very different things if you’re in the American South, where cooking is as much about the journey as the destination.
My life in food: Diane Morgan on curries, chippies and cheese
The comedian and actor best known for playing Philomena Cunk discusses curries, Aussie cuisine and her favourite fish and chip shop.
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Vietnam: from top to toe
On and off the beaten track — from Ha Long Bay to Ho Chi Minh City and everything in between
Photograph by Nico Avelardi
In this issue, we're taking a top to bottom look at Vietnam, tracing the country’s numerous highlights from north to south. A go-to destination for everyone from solo backpackers and families to hikers, bikers and birdwatchers, Vietnam retains its irresistible allure despite its growing popularity.
Plus, embark on a conservation-led safari in Botswana’s Okavango Delta; follow the new Arctic Coast Way in Iceland; meet the characters of New Brunswick’s Restigouche River in Canada; and spend a long weekend in Cumbria.
Free with the magazine, National Geographic Traveller Food highlights 20 ‘slow burners’, whether complex or comfort, the dishes that require time, effort and a long simmer. Lisbon’s underrated wines are under the spotlight, Nashville’s smoky barbecue flavours are explored and the Italian classic tiramisu is deconstructed.
Read more in the January/February 2020 issue — SUBSCRIBE TODAY
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Photograph by Emma Gregg (Botswana), Chris Van Hove (Sydney), Getty (Iceland), Richard James Taylor (Canada)
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The Masterclasses — 2 February 2020
Want to learn the tricks of the trade? Join us for a full day of expert-led travel writing and photography sessions.
National Geographic Traveller Photography Competition 2020
The prestigious annual competition is back and open for entries. Have you got what it takes to win?
The National Geographic Traveller Food Festival is back
Experience the world through food and travel.
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The pioneer: Analiese Gregory on her life lessons from global kitchens
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Changing tides: redefining Sydney's iconic waterfronts
Australia’s largest city is built around ocean inlets, beaches and an iconic harbour, but changing economic and environmental tides are shifting the shape of its landscape.
Is your travel photography ethical?
Fines are now being issued to tourists in Kyoto who photograph Geishas without their consent. Are we entering an era where common sense must be enforced?
The five best beaches in Vietnam's south
From Nha Trang with its lively stretch of sand lined with food stalls to the largely undiscovered gem of Ghenh Rang, we round up the best beaches in Vietnam's south.
On location: where to eat in Bruton
The sleepy Somerset town is home to a world-class art gallery, a hot-ticket hotel and plenty of great-tasting local cheese.
Photo story: dining with nomads in Kyrgyzstan
Once a nation of nomads, today’s Kyrgyzstan is dotted with yurts only in summer. For most of the year, Kyrgyz shepherds live settled lives in the valleys, but from June to September, when the lowlands are arid, they move to summer mountain pastures, known as jailoo.
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Photo gallery: dining with nomads in Kyrgyzstan
Once a nation of nomads, today’s Kyrgyzstan is dotted with yurts only in summer. For most of the year, Kyrgyz shepherds live settled lives in the valleys, but from June to September, when the lowlands are arid, they move to summer mountain pastures.
Meet the adventurer: Matt Wright
The adventurer and star of National Geographic Wild show Monster Croc Wrangler is no stranger to extreme conditions and survival instincts.
How Argentinians bring fun and flamboyance to football
Firecrackers, flares and all-out theatre — when it comes to football, nowhere compares to Argentina, where the fanatic fans are as much of a show as the match itself.
Changing tides: redefining Sydney's iconic waterfronts
Australia’s largest city is built around ocean inlets, beaches and an iconic harbour, but changing economic and environmental tides are shifting the shape of its landscape.
A five-minute guide to Hanoi
Vietnam’s chaotic capital will seduce travellers who get under its skin and explore the historic quarters and fast-developing arts scene.
From Japan to Iran: the best new cookbooks
From Japan's plethora of skilled chefs and food producers to over 70 Persian-inspired recipes, these are the latest batch of books we're excited about.
Notes from an author: Joanna Kavenna on Macau
The ‘Las Vegas of the East’ provides surreal inspiration for an absurdist thriller set in a dystopian world of big tech.
