Explore the world while making a positive impact. Inspiration on slow travel, eco resorts and sustainable travel

Why Crete Is a Leader in Sustainable Travel (And Has Been for Decades)

Sustainability isn’t anything new on Crete’s Plateau where villagers go foraging, make everything from scratch and share nature’s bounty. Kate Wickers takes a culinary journey of the Greek island

by Kate Wickers

The World’s Coolest Eco Pools

Hotels and hospitality groups are turning to sustainable pools and even ponds to make an environmental splash with eco-conscious travellers

by Liza Foreman

Shark Diving: Thrill or Threat?

Are on-demand interactions with the ocean’s top predators helping to preserve them – or is shark diving doing more harm than good?

by Mike Peake

Anantara Al Baleed Salalah: The Wild Coastline Two Hours from Dubai

Just two hours from Dubai, Anantara Al Baleed Salalah offers wild Arabian Sea coastlines, farm-to-table dining and a frankincense heritage that’s well worth the visit

by Anthea Ayache

Why The Other House Is London’s Coolest Eco-Conscious Stay

Quirky and cool, The Other House South Kensington offers an ethical hotel and private members club in one of the city’s most desirable neighbourhoods

by Harriet Shephard

The Best Live Music Cities in the U.S. Worth Travelling For

Whether you’re chasing jazz, blues, country or indie, plan your next trip around America’s most electric stages

by Neelesh Sharma

Indonesia Bans Elephant Rides In Win For Animal Welfare

Indonesia takes a bold step by banning elephant rides nationwide, promoting animal welfare and conservation efforts

by Nick Ames

The Wildlife Encounters You’re Told Are Ethical- But Aren’t

From civet coffee to sloth selfies, Sarah Freeman shines a light on six surprising wildlife encounters that aren’t as innocent as they seem

by Sarah Freeman

Five Walkable Cities Made for Valentine’s Wandering

From clean air to car-free centres, these walkable cities are perfect for Valentine’s trips so you can stroll, talk and take things in all at a gentler pace

by Nick Ames

Jawakara Maldives and the World’s Most Advanced Sea Turtle Hospital

From visiting the region’s biggest sea turtle hospital, to snorkelling with marine biologists, Jawakara Maldives allow guests to immerse themselves in the amazing Maldivian marine life

by Harriet Shephard