JRNY Travel Magazine

From unforgettable wildlife encounters and informative city guides to unique cultural experiences and exotic adventures in remote destinations - a JRNY magazine subscription is the convenient compass that will navigate you towards exciting and memorable adventures abroad.

JRNY Travel Magazine

WELCOME TO ISSUE EIGHT

SUSTAINING SHANGRI-LA • IN RAJA AMPAT, INDONESIA, MARK STRATTON SNORKELS THE GREATEST CORAL SYSTEM ON EARTH AND EXPLORES HOW VISITORS CAN ENSURE A MEANINGFUL AND MINIMAL IMPACT ON LOCAL COMMUNITIES.

THE FRONT PORCH TO THE SOUTH • Kentucky is the “front porch” to the South, welcoming visitors with Southern hospitality. Home to the Horse Capital of the World and the maker of 95% of the world’s Bourbon, it also boasts the longest cave system in the world (Mammoth Cave National Park) and is the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, Muhammad Ali and Bill Monroe (the “Father of Bluegrass Music”).

KENTUCKY AT A GLANCE • The Commonwealth of Kentucky is bordered by seven states: Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Missouri and Illinois, with the Ohio River flowing 664 miles along the northern and western borders. The position of the Bluegrass state makes it a perfect place to start your self-drive holidays, whether you want to explore the southern states or venture north. Kentucky boasts nine defined regions, offering exciting and unforgettable experiences. Here you’ll find lakes, rivers, waterfalls, caves, forests, mountains and rolling fields of bluegrass dotted with horse farms and bourbon distilleries. You’ll also find exciting cities, rich culinary traditions and more outdoor adventures than you can possibly squeeze into one trip.

THE SECRET MANMADE ISLANDS OF PAS-DE-CALAIS • A NETWORK OF ANCIENT FRENCH CANALS IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO UNWIND FOR A WEEKEND, WRITES KASSONDRA CLOOS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU WANT TO DO SOMETHING YOUR FRIENDS HAVE NEVER HEARD OF.

A TALE OF TWO CITIES • Sitting on opposite sides of Austria, Graz and Salzburg offer distinct yet equally captivating experiences. The capital of Styria, in the south, Graz boasts a blend of medieval charm and modern innovation, with a UNESCO-listed historic centre, bustling markets and renowned festivals. In the east, Salzburg has been immortalised in “The Sound of Music” and as Mozart’s birthplace, combining baroque architecture and world-class music festivals with breathtaking alpine scenery. Both cities are cultural and technological hubs where tradition and innovation come together against an enchanting backdrop of Austria’s natural beauty.

WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE • RETURNING TO PERU’S TAMBOPATA NATIONAL RESERVE, TAMARA HINSON FINDS IT AS WILD AS EVER.

A WILD AND WINDY GOOSE CHASE • MIKE UNWIN VISITS NORTHUMBERLAND WITH BINOCULARS IN HAND TO DISCOVER HOW BIRDS OF ALL KINDS FLOCK TO A COASTLINE STEEPED IN HISTORY AND HERITAGE.

RAINFOREST TO ROCKIES

RAINFOREST TO ROCKIES AT A GLANCE • Travel from Vancouver, the vibrant coastal city on the edge of a rainforest, through diverse landscapes – valleys, vineyards, Canada’s only desert, ranches, rivers, lakes and the Canadian Rockies – all in one iconic road trip. The journey along Rainforest to Rockies allows you to explore at your own pace on main roads and by venturing off-the-beaten path on stunning highways and winding roads, to discover hidden places and wildlife. With ten mountain ranges, over 15,500 miles of coastline and 25% of the world’s temperate rainforest, you'll only just begin to scratch the surface – and be planning your return before you've even left. Possible routes include:

THE RESERVE NEXT DOOR • NO VISIT TO NAMIBIA WOULD BE COMPLETE WITHOUT A STOP IN ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK, BUT PHOEBE SMITH FINDS THAT A MORE INTIMATE...