Reflections on the Abiding Importance of Travel,
Even in Uncertain Times

Even when the world is unsettled, travel is too important to put on hold. The stakes, both personal and global, are too high. Personally, there is nothing like travel to renew us, grace us with knowledge and perspective, and forge ties that bind around the world. Globally, there are so many countries, cultures and economies that depend on travel -- not just economically but artistically, philosophically – that to stop travelling is to abandon them to almost inevitable disruption and degeneration. Read more…

Bookshelf: Living Africa

This compelling collection of photographs and essays by South African Steve Bloom illuminates the familiar from an unfamiliar perspective. Read more…

Responsible Travel: National Geographic Adventure Magazine Chooses Top Outfitters

For the second year in a row, National Geographic Adventure magazine has undertaken a rigorous and wide-ranging assessment of the adventure travel landscape, surveying more than 240 outfitters and talking to their clients to determine the most highly evaluated adventure travel companies. Eight members of the Adventure Collection are among the companies selected as the best in their field in the annual survey. Read more…

Ask Don: Flying South for Ski Week

Two winter-weary parents write: “We've had enough of snow and cold and want to impulsively spread our wings and fly south for our kids' February ski week. What hot, sunny nest do you recommend?” What fine feathered retreats does Don suggest? Read more...