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National Geographic Traveller (UK) reveals top 10 most-read features of 2023 

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) reveals top 10 most-read features of 2023 

The past year saw National Geographic Traveller (UK) successfully migrate its top travel and food content to its new home on nationalgeographic.com, reaching millions of readers at National Geographic’s main digital hub. The brand’s digital articles went on to be read by 3.4 million unique visitors and garnered 6.1 million page views throughout the year, with the magazine’s digital content reaching more than 21 million users combined across digital platforms.   

From The Cool List 2024 to three ways to plan a hiking pilgrimage, these are National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s 10 most-read features of 2023. We hope they spark your wanderlust for the year ahead. 

  1. The Cool List 2024: The 30 most exciting destinations to visit in 2024 

Ahead of the new year, we’ve crossed the world to find the 30 most exciting destinations for 2024. With landmark hotels opening, ambitious rewilding projects under way and new train routes making travel easier than ever, there’s a lot to choose from for your next trip — whether you’re looking to connect with nature in Norway, scale Himalayan peaks in Sikkim or savour the culinary stars of Lima. 

  1. Northern Lights: Six places to see the Northen Lights in Europe  

There’s never been a better time to see Aurora Borealis, with more destinations experiencing them than ever and trip options ranging from self-guided adventures on the Shetland Islands to Icelandic fjord cruises. 

  1. World Heritage: Discover Europe’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Sites 

UNESCO’s newly inscribed World Heritage Sites include these often-unsung historic places and natural beauties across Europe. 

  1. Hiking: Three ways to plan a hiking pilgrimage  

Pilgrims have been tracing trails to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela for centuries — here’s how to plan your own walking adventure. 

  1. Hot Topic: Should you still travel if you have Covid? 

It can be hard to know what to do if you test positive before a trip. Does catching the virus still spell the end for your plans? 

  1. Where to Stay: Ten of the best hotels in Bali  

From luxury beach resorts with spas and infinity pools to tented lodges tucked away in the rainforest, Bali has accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. 

  1. City Life: A guide to Perth, Western Australia  

A transformation of the Western Australian capital has seen a revitalised riverfront and laneways, cultural developments and closer ties with the port of Fremantle. 

  1. Adventure: How to explore New Zealand’s newest Great Walk  

A trail weaving along a wild coastal stretch of the South Island is set to join New Zealand’s list of great hiking routes. 

  1. Wild Camping: Where to wild sleep in England and Wales  

From a woodland retreat amid the horses of the New Forest to a riverside pitch in the foothills of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), here are six of the best places to bed down in nature. 

  1. Train Travel: How to plan a family rail adventure  

Family carriages, convenient rail passes and scenic routes are making European breaks by train more appealing than ever.