Journey into the Blue Zones, where wellness meets travel
From hiking mountain trails to laughter-filled meals, discover the secrets of long life and wellness travel in the world’s five Blue Zones
Slow down, see more: best destinations for slow travel
Discover the best places to take it slow, where you can linger longer, soak up local culture, and savour the journey with no need to rush
From sake to ceviche: best tours for adventurous foodies
These food-focused adventure tours are a treat for all of your senses, with hands-on classes and tantalizing tastings alongside hikes and sightseeing
Fun for all ages: the best family-friendly tours
Explore the world as a family on these G Adventures tours that keep kids curious and parents happy while balancing fun, comfort, and discovery
Bullet list: how to travel Japan by train
Go all aboard with confidence using our guide to Japanese rail journeys that get your engines running
Where to travel in 2025: 10 trending destinations
Our annual wishlist is out — and it’s chock full of emerging destinations and new ways to benefit local communities
17 things to do in Japan for culture, food, and fun
Iconic mountains to hike, temples galore, and fish-filled Okinawan coral reefs — Japan really has it all
When is the best time to visit Japan?
Whether you’re longing for Golden Week festivities or timing the cherry blossoms just right, here’s our rundown to help plan your trip
Art, history, and culture: Tokyo’s 10 best museums
Prepare to be Spirited Away by the Ghibli Museum and walk through water at teamLab Planets in our Tokyo museum guide
Maki memories: eating sushi in Japan
Sushi, sashimi, and everything in between — get ready to taste your way through Japan’s freshest raw fish
Foods to try: breakfast around the world
Travel writer Genevieve Hathaway explores what's on global plates for first meals of the day
6 best places to propose for a unique engagement
From glowworm caves to snow monkey parks, discover our best destinations to pop the question
Where to travel in 2024: Comeback countries
See which iconic destinations are trending for giving you all new reasons to visit
3 surprising cultural facts from National Geographic Family Journeys
Did you know that you can eat "pizza" in the Moroccan desert?
Fall for Japan: 5 unique autumn adventures
Celebrate our October return to Japan by grabbing your favourite cardigan and joining us for a handful of unexpected experiences
Ten dramatic coastal views and where to find them on tour
Crashing waves, rock formations, seaside villages — here’s our gathering of bucket list-worthy coastal scenes from around the globe
Got a major milestone to celebrate? Go big on adventure
We're here to help you say 'way to go, me!' whether you're graduating, retiring or your next birthday has a zero in it
4 things that help make Japan, Japan
From sushi to seaweed to Shibuya Crossing, adventurer Marina Barbir shines a light on what makes this country so unique
The ABCs of: Taiko drums in Japan
What to know before you see the famed drums in action
Touring Japan with my mother (again): A personal act of love and self-torture
'I may not be able to buy her a house — but I can travel with her'