Wanderlust Travel Magazine - December 2022 / January 2023

In this issue

Alternative Winter Breaks
From frozen hotels to fire festivals, icy encounters and Christmas markets, we give you ideas for a winter to remember

Great Lakes, USA
We take a new expedition cruise through the huge lakes that span the US and Canada border

Diriyah – City of Earth
We take an exclusive sneak peek at the historic former capital of Saudi Arabia, undergoing a ground-breaking redevelopment and renovation, as its UNESCO World Heritage site opens to the public

Sustainable Spain
Ideas and itineraries for exploring timeless Spain

Torres Strait Islands, Australia
We seek out the hidden histories, rich marine life and indigenous cultures of these remote islands

Interview – Ade Adepitan
We talk travel, accessibility and sustainability with the Paralympian turned TV presenter

PLUS

British Break: Isles of Scilly
Dispatches: Thailand’s elephants
Indigenous Culture: Karaim of Lithuania
Double Bill: Poznan & Torun, Poland
Arts & Crafts: Uganda
Off-Grid: Nuuk, Greenland
European Short Break: North Rhine Westphalia, Germany
World Heritage: Villa de Leyva, Colombia
WanderSleeps: Cape Town
World Food: Guatemala

Longing for a quieter life?

Dangerous living, melting ice caps and crocs where they shouldn't be travel TV raises the stakes this issue. But you can always escape to Scotland...

2 mins

Culture awaits in Crete

Ten fascinating surprises well worth seeking out on Greece’s largest island

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Travel fit for all

With the International Day of People with Disabilities on 3 December, sustainable-travel writer Holly Tuppen finds out who is leading the way when it comes to making the world more inclusive for everyone

4 mins

Ade Adepitan

The paralympian-turned-TV globetrotter talks to Lyn Hughes about speaking up for himself, climate change and why the travel industry needs to listen more to disabled travellers

7 mins

THERE'S EVERY REASON TO VISIT THE RED SEA IN 2023

Here's what you can expect as one of the first visitors to experience this undiscovered part of Saudi Arabia

6 mins

Escape to the Cape

Make the most of South Africa’s striking coastline, dramatic mountains and cultural life with these perfectly placed Cape Town stays

6 mins

Longitude 131⁰, AU , Australia

This Northern Territory glamping escape, deep in Australia’s Red Centre, treads lightly on its environment and is bringing the artistic talents of local Indigenous communities to the fore

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AUTHENTIC ITALY

A HIDDEN REGION WITH SOUTHERN CHARM

4 mins

UNDISCOVERED ADVENTURES ON THE EYRE PENINSULA

Where the Ocean meets the Outback in South Australia

3 mins

Back to the forest

Tourism has had a devastating impact on Thailand’s captive elephants, but a new project in a northerfis Karen village suggests it might also be-their saviour

7 mins

TAKE OFF TO QATAR REASONS TO VISIT A DIVERSE COUNTRY

With the arrival of this year’s FIFA World Cup, the spotlight is already shining brightly on Qatar. But away from the football stadiums, Qatar Airways’ 77 direct flights a week from the UK make it easy to unearth showpieces beyond the pitch.

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SEEK OUT SLOVENIA'S SUSTAINABLE SIDE Going green is easy here...

In a world where many of us crave sustainable, life-affirming escapes, Slovenia shines like a beacon between the Alps and the Adriatic.

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Tales of the sea

The remote islands of Australia’s Torres Strait lie in one of the most hazardous stretches of water in the world, but those who make it there will find stories and wildlife well worth the effort

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FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FILM STARS IN THE GREAT AMERICAN WEST

Lights, camera, action! Relive legendary scenes from the silver screen on a cinematic journey through the states of Idaho, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana and Wyoming

3 mins

Heart of a Nation

One of the biggest projects transforming Saudi Arabia is the restoration of Diriyah, birthplace of the Kingdom. As it opens permanently to visitors for the first time, we discover a historic wonder that manages to also capture a new era

10+ mins

GET BACK TO NATURE

5 pristine islands in the Philippines

3 mins

Sustainable SPAIN

Forget those images of fly-n-flop beaches, tourism in Spain is going distinctly - and brilliantly - green

10+ mins

A guide to Scotland's UNESCO trail

Slow down and soak up more by discovering Scotland’s wonders

5 mins

US Capital Region

The Capital Region isn't all politics and West Wing chatter. Washington, DC and the states beyond are filled with rejuvenated corners, vineyards and US history seen from every perspective

7 mins

Karaim, Lithuania

The Karaim arrived in medieval Lithuania as warriors tasked with guarding Trakai; six centuries later, you can still find their influence throughout the city, writes Simon Broughton

4 mins

Villa de Leyva

Colombia’s Villa de Leyva is a mass of Spanish colonial styles and revolutionary zeal, but its history dates back to long before Homo sapiens set foot here, finds George Kipouros

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Craig Wickham

Craig Wickham won 'Top Specialist Guide' at the Wanderlust World Guide Awards 2021. Here he shares tips and tales on his home patch, Australia's Kangaroo Island

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Wanderlust is the world’s leading magazine for independent-minded, adventurous travellers interested in local cultures, wildlife and activities. Established in 1993, the magazine combines first-hand stories by acclaimed travel writers with beautiful photography and in-depth advice, so you can plan your own authentic adventures.