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The world’s greatest holidays for children, age by age
From a magical trip to Disney World to the very first festival, here are some of the milestones you should be looking to hit with your child
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Why Zambia is Africa’s best-kept holiday secret
Previously devastated by poaching, this stable, wildlife-rich country appears to have reached a turning point, 60 years on from independence
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‘The reality of species no longer being here is hitting home’
With much of the world’s wildlife on the brink of extinction, ‘last chance to see’ tourism is on the rise
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Australia’s 10 greatest islands
The best Aussie isles to discover, from the sandy paradise of K’gari to the home of the country’s cutest marsupial
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Greece’s less crowded (and cheaper) version of the Camargue
Forget the expensive French version. Greece’s alternative has flamingos, wild horses and gourmet treats – without the crowds
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Are shark attacks on the rise, and where do most cases occur?
After a spate of high-profile incidents in the Caribbean, we examine the data on shark attacks across the globe
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The emotional rollercoaster of a baby animal safari
Spring in Botswana is when the antelope have their young and the predators are on the prowl
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Why a Labour MP’s desire to ban hunting trophies angered African governments
John Spellar’s planned bill has ministers from multiple nations up in arms – and they say it amounts to ‘colonial interference’
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‘I’ve had run-ins with lions and elephants on safari – but they weren’t what scared me most’
The death of an American tourist in Zambia is a tragic reminder that danger lurks on every safari – often in places you don’t suspect
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How the middle class are being priced out of wildlife holidays
From Africa to the Galapagos, wildlife tourism is at risk of becoming the preserve of the elite – but operators believe it’s the way to go
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On safari in India’s wild west – the last home of the Asiatic Lion
Our writer, a seasoned India expert, looks at how the country can offer a big cat experience beyond the tigers of Rajasthan
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‘Colonialism is over’: African nations accuse UK of hunting ban hypocrisy
As Parliament moves to ban the import of hunting trophies, wildlife experts explain why the Bill has angered many in Africa
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How recreating a once-in-a-lifetime holiday helped me deal with my grief
After losing her mum, our writer embarked on a journey to recreate their most prized shared experience and help process her loss
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2024’s most exciting travel trends
The new year is nearly upon us – so what will be the hot topics in travel next year? Our expert reveals all
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The early-1900s banker who saved Britain’s countryside
In 1915, conservationist Charles Rothschild wrote a list of 284 sites “worthy of preservation”, protecting the future of natural Britain
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On board the new ‘safari train’ with views of elephants through the windows
The newly renamed Madaraka Express is a fantastic – and fast – way to explore Kenya’s biggest national park Tsavo
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My African-style safari experience in exotic Norfolk
The Watatunga Wildlife Reserve promises a world-beating safari on the east coast of England – does it deliver?
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How to see the animals that starred in Planet Earth III: episode three
From ostriches in the Namib to maned wolves in Brazil, here’s how to witness the animals from the latest episode of Planet Earth 3
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How to spot animals from Planet Earth III: episode two
Feeling inspired by the second instalment of Sir David Attenborough’s new series? Here’s where you can see its stars in the wild
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The world’s most iconic safari experiences – and the cut-price alternatives
Elephant encounters for £11 a night? Spotting leopards for £40? A Giraffe Manor alternative for £150? We explain how
