Providing an escape like no other, books about travel can transport you anywhere in the world and inspire your next adventure. We've rounded up some of our favourites including Leo Tolstoy's 'War and Peace', and 'Shantaram' by Gregory David Roberts.

We've gathered together our top destinations around the world for active holidays. From hiking to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro to skiing in Kyrgyzstan, there's a trip to suit all adventure lovers and thrill-seekers!

Wildlife watching is often the highlight of exploring a destination. Knowing how to responsibly see magnificent creatures like tigers and elephants within a country is crucial in ensuring that they will still be there for future generations. Read on to find out where and how to do so...

The Earth and its animals are precious and some of the most endangered species are teetering of the edge of extinction - only we can help. Here we've looked at the reasons for why so many species' populations are in decline, and where you can ethically go to see these incredible animals in the wild.

There are few things more spectacular to witness than a truly dark night sky. Take a look at our top six stargazing destinations, ranging from the remote deserts of South America to the isolated national parks of Nepal.

Close encounters with the world's wildlife are experiences to be treasured. We've picked out our favourite safari destinations from all over the world to tantalise our fellow wildlife lovers. From traditional Kenyan game drives to spotting leopards in the Sri Lankan tree tops, find out where you should be going this year.

From soaring snow-capped mountains prowled by endangered snow-leopards, to rivers surrounded by jungle filled with tigers, one-horned rhinos, rare crocodiles and elephants... Nepal's National Parks are strikingly varied yet each as exciting as the other. Here we've picked out the best ones to explore on a holiday to this wonderful country.

Nepal is home to some of Asia's most exciting and endangered wildlife. Conservation efforts have seen great results for the protection of vulnerable animals, including snow leopards, one-horned rhinos, gharial crocodiles and Bengal tigers. Discover more about these exemplary efforts in our article.

Nepal is a fascinating country, and its temples are something to be marvelled at. A wonderful mix of religions worship right alongside each other - a fantastic way to discover Nepalese culture.

Want to prolong the summer sun? Here are some of the best destinations for getting away this October, whether you want to view game in Africa or admire the Great Wall of China.

From clouds of pink blossom to carpets of hillside blooms, there's little more beautiful than flowers growing in the wild. TravelLocal looks at the best places around the world to see wildflowers.