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News  /  3rd December 2024

The Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK)  ON NEWSSTANDS NOW 

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The Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK)  ON NEWSSTANDS NOW 

London (3 December) — This winter, the Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) celebrates adventures that leave a positive impact, either by uplifting local communities or protecting our planet. 

According to a 2024 Booking.com report, 75% of travellers want to travel more sustainably, while Allied Market Research predicts the global community-based tourism market will soar from £435bn in 2022 to £1.6 trillion by 2032. These figures demonstrate the growing appeal of meaningful, purpose-driven journeys. 

In this issue, we head to the Scottish Highlands to learn how sustainable tourism initiatives — from the UK’s first Highland cow wellbeing experience to a monster-hunting adventure aboard an electric boat — are helping to safeguard this wild landscape for future generations. We also showcase the new raft of tour operators enabling travellers to give something back, whether they’re block printing with local artisans in India or making soap with First Nations people in Canada. 

“It was a privilege to meet Joella Hogan, founder of the Yukon Soaps Company,” says editor Sacha Scoging. “Her workshops showcase traditional techniques and the cultural value of local plants, while illustrating how Indigenous knowledge can offer vital solutions for a more sustainable future.” 

Elsewhere, we ride horseback through the mineral-coated canyons of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, learn how to surf in Sri Lanka’s newest hotspot and map out the constellations in Portugal’s unsung region of Alentejo. All this, plus the ultimate collection of experiences, resorts and retreats to inspire you for your next escape. 

Synopsis  
Hit new highs with the Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK). These days, travellers are increasingly seeking experiences that leave a positive impact, whether that’s making a difference to local communities or the environment. That’s why in this issue we focus on adventures with purpose, journeying to the Scottish Highlands to learn how sustainable tourism initiatives are helping to safeguard this wild landscape for future generations.    

Elsewhere, we showcase the new raft of tour operators enabling travellers to give something back, whether that’s block printing with local artisans in India or making soap with Canada’s First Nations communities. Thinking about learning to surf? Dive in to read all about catching waves in Weligama, Sri Lanka’s newest surfing hotspot. Alternatively, if soft adventure is more your style, hop in a hot air balloon and soar over Portugal’s unsung region of Alentejo. We also horse-ride through mineral-coated canyons in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert and reveal six real-life locations where you can scout out your favourite TV and film scenes. All this, plus the ultimate collection of experiences, resorts and retreats to inspire you for your next escape. 

To read a sample of the Autumn issue,  

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Notes 

National Geographic Traveller (UK) is published under licence by ɫƵ, from National Geographic Partners LLC in Washington, DC. The travel and lifestyle magazine launched in December 2010 and is packed full of you-are-there photography, authentic travel experiences and inspiring narratives.  

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