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In Western Australia, 3.5bn-year-old stromatolites built up the oxygen content of the Earth’s atmosphere to about 20%, giving the kiss of life to all that was to evolve.
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After devastating floods, mountain guides in western Uganda have begun rebuilding the lost trails, carving 22km of new routes through one of Africa's most beautiful alpine areas.
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Stretching an extraordinary 3,700 miles from Washington DC to the Pacific Ocean, an ambitious new bike trail is aiming to be “America’s Main Street”.
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Pilgrimages are back in fashion. But given that we live in a largely secular society, why do people choose to still choose to follow these ancient routes?
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While Covid-19 might be a major concern for the Antarctic tourist industry, it could be good news for the region itself.
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The Great Southern Reef might not be as well-known as the Great Barrier Reef, but Australia’s "other" reef is brimming with biodiversity – and has battles of its own.
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Although it seems obvious there would be a southern equivalent to the northern lights, the Aurora Australis might be the southern hemisphere’s best-kept secret.
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Scientists are looking to a 19th-Century terraform experiment on Ascension Island for clues on how to reverse negative global trends like deforestation and bush fires.
Editors' Picks
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BBC Travel celebrates 50 Reasons to Love the World in 2021
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Get a close-up look at the natural world and go on an unexpected journey of exploration.
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While travelling is on hold, we will continue to inform and inspire readers
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Untold America celebrates the many traditions and cultures within this vast country, and highlights the stunningly diverse cities and landscapes that have shaped America and the American spirit.
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Investigate what the world might look like to travellers in the coming years and meet the people living on the frontlines of change.
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Trace the origins of trending recipes, learning the stories behind the dishes as well as easy tips on how to make them.
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Explore different ways that cultures the world over strive for a healthy lifestyle and learn through their collective wisdom.
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We showcase under-the-radar capitals, champion urban underdogs and revel in the success stories of cities that have turned their fortunes around.
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