Wanderlust  |  October/November 2026
Destination of the Year: California
Few states match California’s diversity. With the milestones of the USA’s 250th anniversary and the centennial of Route 66 colliding, what better time to recognise the Golden State in all its glory?
Kruger National Park
As South Africa’s Kruger National Park celebrates 100 years, Kate Humble meets the inspiring rangers, trackers and entrepreneurs planning the next century
Guatemala and Nicaragua
In a shower of flower petals and dyed sawdust, we explore how Christian and pre-Columbian beliefs have merged during Semana Santa (Holy Week) in Central America
East Antarctica
Join a Transantarctic journey that channels the glory days of the Heroic Age, as we travel deep into the Ross Sea and further south than any recorded vessel
The Interview
The importance of ‘Wilderness’ and why we shouldn’t draw a line between us and nature
Cultural Spain
Spain is one of those places you just think you know. Stray from the beaten path and you’ll uncover its hidden gems, from Ibiza’s ‘Stonehenge’ to a little-known Gaudí masterpiece
USA 25,000
As the USA marks 250 years, we go back further to explore the stories that have made this country what it is today, and how to experience them
Lviv
Four years into Russia’s full-scale invasion, an Easter ceasefire offers an opportunity to rediscover a beautiful Ukrainian city embracing its culture in difficult circumstances
Frankfurt
World-class museums, history and convivial taverns prove Germany’s ‘Mainhattan’ is more than skyscrapers
PLUS
Inclusive Travel, California – Sophie Morgan meets an entrepreneur opening up the great outdoors to everyone
Intangible Culture, India – How a dance created by snake charmers became one of Rajasthan’s most iconic traditions
Departures – River cruises that offer something a little bit different
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Wanderlust October/November 2026.