At the northern limits of Patagonia, a realm of hyper-active volcanoes and glassy lagoons offers some of Chile’s most elemental experiences, from ash-strewn hikes to white-knuckle whitewater rafting. The Lake District, as it’s known, marries this drama with a deep tranquillity, revealed through meetings with the indigenous Mapuche people.
Hewn from a near-mythic Scottish mountain, colossal Cruachan Power Station in Argyll is a model for renewable and low-carbon energy production and a pioneer in sustainable tourism.
Talkative San José chef José González closed a much-loved restaurant to run an urban farm where he hosts tours for food enthusiasts, shining a light on the country’s rich produce and underserved culinary traditions.