National Geographic Adventure

16/09/2025

Italian getaways don't have to be about cobbled streets and Roman ruins—the country's wilder side is waiting to be discovered. From kayaking along a coastline that rivals the Caribbean to diving among shipwrecks and ancient rock formations, here are five unforgettable outdoor adventures on offer in Italy.

Plot a mini-adventure in Italy's great outdoors — whether you want to swim around Sardinia or circle Lake Garda by bike.

15/09/2025

Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park looks incredible all year round, but the golden foliage that appears in autumn does add something special.

14/09/2025

Adventure awaits those who wander—and the view of this waterfall in Wayalayeng village and the Ataro River is worth every step.

14/09/2025

Whether you want to head west and explore the country's rural side on horseback, or delve into the diverse landscapes and colonial-era towns of the island's heartlands, these itineraries will help you see the most of what Cuba has to offer.

With its longstanding isolation and turbulent modern history, this Caribbean nation defies categorisation. Come to salsa dance in Havana, hike and horse-ride through Viñales valley and snorkel in the clear waters of the bay of pigs.

14/09/2025

Italy's varied terrain, spanning from the Alps to the Mediterranean, provides a wide range of walking trails for avid hikers and beginners alike. Experience the country's history and culture along these paths that connect travelers to ancient roads, villages, and distinct regional cuisines.

To discover seven of the best hikes in Italy, head to: https://on.natgeo.com/42psw40

12/09/2025

Discover a different side of Colorado in the Grand Valley, where it's best to explore the wine country on two wheels. Pedal past lavender fields and peach orchards and visit award-winning wineries that offer a taste of the state's growing reputation for bold vintages that blend seamlessly with small-town charm.

The Fruit and Wine Byway beckons with lavender fields, fresh Palisade peaches, and sweeping views of the Grand Valley. Here’s how to sip, see, eat, and stay along this picturesque route.

12/09/2025

Once controversial and dubbed "ugly beyond words" the mid-century-modern buildings added to U.S. National Park buildings as part of the Mission 66 initiative have found defenders in modern times, with many now celebrated and viewed with nostalgia.

During the mid-20th century, the National Park Service launched the Mission 66 initiative: a bold plan to ditch rustic "Parkitecture" and go modern. It took decades for parkgoers to warm up to the audacious style.

12/09/2025

Peggy's Point Lighthouse in Nova Scotia is one of the most photographed lighthouses in Canada, and it's pretty clear why.

11/09/2025

Set off on an epicurean adventure through Alabama's emerging wine country on this trail of family-run vineyards. From tasting rooms with stunning Appalachian views to wood-fired pizza nights, you can enjoy distinctive, sweeter-tasting wines, many of which are based on the native Muscadine grape.

Alabama is one of the lesser-known wine regions in the US, but its family run vineyards make for a heartwarming trail across a rolling Southern landscape.

11/09/2025

Home to abundant marine life and crystalline waters, this Caribbean island is an incredible host for those looking to experience a sensation of timelessness and peace in the depths of tropical waters while learning to dive.

Anguilla has established itself as one of the world’s best diving destinations for beginners, with abundant marine life and crystalline waters — you just have to take the plunge.

10/09/2025

The dunes of Erg Bourarhet, Algeria, remind us that the Sahara is alive and ever-changing.

10/09/2025

Flowing from County Cavan to County Kerry, the River Shannon is the lifeblood of Ireland. Drifting along its waters on a self-drive boat is one of the best ways to slow down and discover the stunning heartlands of the Emerald Isle.

Take it slow on a boat trip down Ireland’s most storied waterway, which courses through the country’s green heart via millennium-old ruins, village pubs and scattered islets.