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Portable power offers independent travellers greater flexibility when travelling away from established facilities. Drawing on more than two decades of remote-area experience, Simon Christie explains how to choose equipment, manage solar charging and understand the limitations of portable power.
A Q&A with Simon Christie | 31 October 2026
Destinations
Japan’s best-known destinations attract millions of visitors, but there is much to discover outside the familiar tourist circuit. On the Sea of Japan coast, Niigata offers a different perspective through its wetlands, food culture and centuries-old traditions.
By Michael Webster | 28 October 2026
Slow travel
Travelling slowly means accepting that some places will remain unseen. For Hugo Mathieu, extended stays in South America revealed what becomes possible when the pressure to keep moving gives way to time for friendships, familiar routines and unexpected experiences.
A Q&A with Hugo Mathieu | 24 October 2026
Hiking and Trekking
A day with an experienced guide can help prepare you for the challenges of independent long-distance walking. England’s Coast to Coast Walk offers an opportunity to put those skills to the test across some of the country’s most demanding landscapes.
A Q&A with Marcus Nation | 14 October 2026
Culinary experiences
Kyla Kirkpatrick’s annual Tasmanian culinary tour brings guests together with winemakers, chefs and producers, offering a group experience for independent travellers.
By Tiffany West | 13 October 2026
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First published 11 August 2025
Every year, as the new moon rises in late October or early November, homes across India, and hearts across generations, begin to glow. Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of new beginnings, the triumph of light over darkness, and the enduring power of good.
