The world’s next great journeys
They say it’s the journey that’s most important, not the destination. But what if the journey is the destination? The following are some of our favourite new journeys that are now being offered across the globe, contemporary adventures each with its own point of difference. Some are for hikers, some for bikers, some for cruisers, some for train tragics. Some will appeal to those who love to indulge; some are for travellers attempting the opposite. For all, however, the journey is the attraction … the destination. - Ben Groundwater
Diverse and delicious: The world’s five greatest new trips for foodies
If you live to eat – and therefore travel to eat – look no further.
- by Ben Groundwater
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Get your boots on: The world’s five best new hikes
The Balkans, New Zealand, Georgia and Japan are starters in the quest for the best hikes.
- by Rob McFarland
Enjoy gobsmacking beauty along these five hot new adventure trails
Derring-do types who thrive on challenging experiences in far-flung places, look no further.
- by Andrew Bain
These six transformative trips will enrich your mind and body
Much-needed time out is even better in an exotic location. If you’re in need of some cup-filling, you can’t go wrong with these revitalising journeys.
- by Julietta Jameson
Four fresh, little-known road trips (and one classic) you must take
Forget waiting until 2026 to get your kicks. Here are four alternative (and one quintessential) road trips you should take right now.
- by Katrina Lobley
Five exciting new cruise routes will take you to truly unusual places
From ice-encrusted mountains to jungle-clad volcanoes, glamorous Asian cities to the remotest settlements, here are five of the most tempting new cruise routes.
- by Brian Johnston
Five of the world’s most exciting places to see wildlife
One of the thrills of a visit to the world’s wild places is seeing how the (non-human) locals live.
- by Sue Williams
Five of the world’s best new (or revamped) train journeys
A new version of the Orient Express, an extended Australian epic and high-speed trip through South-East Asia are some of the highlights.
- by Tim Richards
Five of the most awe-inspiring tours on Earth right now
Leave the logistics to the experts on these escorted adventures in exotic locations.
- by Belinda Jackson