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Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions will return to the wilds of Indonesia and Borneo in 2026.

Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions will return to the wilds of Indonesia and Borneo in 2026.

The Malkai, a new family-owned, experience-led hospitality concept, launches in autumn 2026, offering a unique immersion into the Sultanate of Oman. https://ultimateencounters.travel/the-malkai/

The Malkai, a new family-owned, experience-led hospitality concept, launches in autumn 2026, offering a unique immersion into Oman.

The Pangolin Voyager has launched as a sustainable slow travel solution on Africa's Chobe River.

The Pangolin Voyager has launched as a sustainable slow travel solution on Africa's Chobe River.

Explora Journeys has launched two new Ocean Wellness Retreats aboard Explore I and Explore II. 

Explora Journeys has launched two new Ocean Wellness Retreats aboard Explore I and Explore II. 

Small-ship expedition company Aqua Expeditions has launched its sixth vessel, Aqua Lares. 

Small-ship expedition company Aqua Expeditions has launched its sixth vessel, Aqua Lares. 

Bookings for 2026 Arctic expeditions have opened for Captain Arctic, Minimal Impact Cruises' new near-zero emission polar vessel.

Bookings for 2026 Arctic expeditions have opened for Captain Arctic, Minimal Impact Cruises' new near-zero emission polar vessel.

Cruise line Silversea is poised to open The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile, a popular departure point for its Antarctic cruises.

Cruise line Silversea is poised to open The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile, a popular departure point for its Antarctic cruises.

Oceania Cruises has launched the new Kangaroo Route sailing, an extraordinary 129-day Around the World voyage visiting more than 80 ports across 34 countries and four continents.

Oceania Cruises has launched the new Kangaroo Route sailing, an extraordinary 129-day Around the World voyage visiting more than 80 ports across 34 countries and four continents.

Wilderness Rwanda will elevate the concept of holistic travel with the launch of The Sanctuary at Wilderness Bisate this December.

Wilderness Rwanda will elevate the concept of holistic travel with the launch of The Sanctuary at Wilderness Bisate this December.

Set on 17,88 hectares of private wilderness in the heart of Laikipia, the new &Beyond Suyian Lodge offers a luxurious way to explore Kenya's dramatic north.

Set on 17,88 hecates of private wilderness in the heart of Laikipia, the new &Beyond Suyian Lodge offers a luxurious way to explore Kenya's dramatic north.

Cruise line Ponant is expanding its signature expedition experiences to French Polynesia and its Le Jacques Cartier vessel. 

Cruise line Ponant is expanding its signature expedition experiences to French Polynesia and its Le Jacques Cartier vessel. 

Lemala Osonjoi Lodge

Tanzania's Lemala Osonjoi Lodge has opened as one of East Africa’s most distinctive and ethically grounded new properties.

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Finniss River Lodge Air boat

Australia's newest luxury retreat, Finniss River Lodge, has opened in the paperbark forests and coastal mangroves of the spectacular Top End region.

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Osprey Packs has revolutionised its approach to the everyday carry category with the launch of Archeon, a seven-piece, modular pack system.

Osprey Packs has revolutionised its approach to the everyday carry category with the launch of Archeon, a seven-piece, modular pack system.

Osprey Packs has revolutionised its approach to the everyday carry category with the launch of Archeon, a seven-piece, modular pack system.

Osprey Packs has revolutionised its approach to the everyday carry category with the launch of Archeon, a seven-piece, modular pack system.

Journey Beyond introduces a new style of Australian rail travel: Gold Premium

Journey Beyond introduces a new style of Australian rail travel: Gold Premium

The Yukon River in Canada's north-western Yukon Territory draws paddlers from all over the world, many to take part in the Yukon River Quest.

The Yukon River in Canada's north-western Yukon Territory draws paddlers from all over the world, many to take part in the Yukon River Quest.

Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco, has appointed 2021 World’s Best Female Chef Pía León as culinary director of her new restaurant, Mauka.

Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco, has appointed 2021 World’s Best Female Chef Pía León as Culinary Director of her new restaurant, Mauka.

Elevate your next camping experience with these often-overlooked packing essentials. 

Continuing its commitment to compact digital cameras, Leica will release the new D-Lux 8 in July. 

Continuing its commitment to compact digital cameras, Leica will release the new D-Lux 8 in July. 

One of the world’s most unique and unusual safari experiences in Botswana just got even better with the reopening of Nxamaseri Island Lodge.

One of the world’s most unique and unusual safari experiences in Botswana just got even better with the reopening of Nxamaseri Island Lodge.

Aurora Expeditions will welcome its third purpose-built small expedition ship, the Douglas Mawson, in late 2025.

Aurora Expeditions will welcome its third purpose-built small expedition ship, the Douglas Mawson, in late 2025.

Leica has launched the SL3, the company's newest mirrorless full-frame system camera.

Leica has launched the SL3, the company's newest mirrorless full-frame system camera.

Osprey Packs expands its technical cycling pack range with the Escapist collection, and Extended Fit sizes in its Raptor | Raven series.

Osprey Packs expands its technical cycling pack range with the Escapist collection, and Extended Fit sizes in its Raptor | Raven series.

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Located in the heart of the vibrant Brittomart precinct, SO/Auckland is the city’s newest design-driven house of slumber

Located in the heart of the vibrant Brittomart precinct, SO/Auckland is the city’s newest design-driven house of slumber

As the world returns to the skies Nick Walton enjoys the return to regular service on Cathay Pacific on a flight between Hong Kong and Jakarta.

As the world returns to the skies Nick Walton enjoys the return to regular service on Cathay Pacific on a flight between Hong Kong and Jakarta.

Ethiopian Airlines continues to be a powerhouse of African aviation, with a modern fleet, great service and an ever-expanding network, discovers Nick Walton on a recent flight from Hong Kong to Addis Ababa.

Ethiopian Airlines continues to be a powerhouse of African aviation, with a modern fleet, great service and an ever-expanding network, discovers Nick Walton on a recent flight from Hong Kong to Addis Ababa.

Fiji remains one of the South Pacific’s favourite destinations and the South Seas experience begins the moment you board Fiji Airways.

Despite the decline of first class across the industry, American Airlines still strives to offer the ultimate flying experience in its first class cabin on its new flights between Los Angeles and Hong Kong.

The cutting-edge business class product available on Air Canada 787 and selected 777-300ER aircraft makes long-haul travel a breeze.