The sloth selfie has become one of travel’s most recognisable images, but what if that picture-perfect encounter is harming the very animal we’re trying to admire? 

The latest Latin America Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) explores a more responsible way to experience one of the world’s most captivating regions. From spotting wildlife in its natural habitat to stepping inside communities preserving centuries-old traditions, this issue reveals that the most memorable travel moments are rarely staged — they’re built on patience, curiosity and meaningful exchange. 

This reflects a wider shift in how people are travelling. According to Booking.com’s 2025 Sustainable Travel Report, 93% of travellers say they want to make more sustainable travel choices, highlighting a growing appetite for journeys that create authentic connections with the places they visit and the communities who call them home. 

Charlotte Wigram Evans, editor, said: “The best journeys are the ones that change the way we see a place. In this issue, we reveal how to experience one of the Amazon’s most beloved animals, the sloth, responsibly, moving beyond the viral selfie to discover the joy of spotting these remarkable creatures in the wild. We also meet two groups of Indigenous women in the Peruvian Amazon who are sharing ancestral knowledge and traditional crafts with visitors to help protect their heritage.” 

Elsewhere, we uncover how communities in Panama City are rewriting the story of neighbourhoods once overlooked by tourists, and explore the country’s most memorable experiences, from Indigenous-led adventures to turtle conservation projects. 

Also in this edition: 

• Journey to Colombia’s Caribbean coast, where hidden islands beyond Cartagena offer a wilder, slower side of the region. 
• Head south to Chile’s Patagonia Verde, and discover rainforests, glaciers and fjords that reveal a lesser-known side of this iconic landscape. 
• Celebrate Latin America’s most unusual festivals, with centuries-old rituals and celebrations bringing communities together. 

All this, plus a roundup of Latin America’s most luxurious retreats and hotels — brought to you by our advertising partners — to aid you in planning your next lavish escape. 

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) digital edition is available for Apple, Android and Kindle: ngtr.uk/NGTdigital   

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About APL Media 
APL Media is a multi-award-winning content marketing agency and publisher, creating high-quality print, digital and live media across the travel and lifestyle sectors since 1997. It has published National Geographic Traveller (UK) under licence from National Geographic Partners LLC since 2010, alongside brand extensions including guides, events and digital platforms. Its portfolio includes Living360, a digital lifestyle brand spanning wellness, travel, food, sustainability and culture.  

APL Media delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s also a leading reseller of advertising for national newspapers. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide, with content also created for national newspapers. aplmedia.co.uk