- 7 Days in Machu Pichu
- North of 60
- Swimming with Sharks
- Guatemala

This issue features the magic of Machu Pichu, the stark beauty of the N.W.T, unearthing life in ancient Egypt, mountain biking in Nigeria, the chili pepper and making waves, plus much more.

FEATURES

28_THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED
Machu Pichu waits at the end of a challenging trek through magnificent Andean valleys and villages
STORY + PHOTOGRAPHY: ROBERT J. BRODEY

38_IN THE FAMILY WAY
Have kids, will travel. This roundup of child-friendly hostels ensures global adventures for the whole family

44_WALKING THE LINE
An unforgettable journey through the forgotten land and history of the Northwest Territories’ Canol Heritage Trail
STORY: RYAN MURDOCK
PHOTOGRAPHY: COLIN O’CONNOR

59_IN SEARCH OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATION
As evidence of Mayan civilization is quickly disappearing, remnants of its existence lead Frolick across Guatemala on a mission to learn more
STORY: LARRY FROLICK
PHOTOGRAPHY: DON WEBER

IN EVERY ISSUE

7_REEL LIFE
A preview of Canadian filmmaker Robert Stewart’s award-winning documentary, Sharkwater

10_ON THE FRINGE
How Swede it is, closing Mount Everest and a break for penguins

13_LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Mountain biking in Nigeria takes you to a striking landscape rich with culture

16_GOURMET DU MONDE
Now that’s hot! The chili pepper spices up meals from around the world

18_HEALTHPOST
Tuberculosis: how to protect yourself against a potential killer

20_MEC’s THE TRAVELLER’S EDGE
Tips from and for world trekkers.

22_FIELD NOTES
An archeologist unravels the deeper meanings in Egypt’s buried treasures

26_GOING HARD
Surf’s up! Canadian Raph Bruhwiler is making waves across the continent

66_OPEN BOX
Hey world! Look at me. How to shoot, edit and upload your adventures to online video sites

68_WORLD WRITES
A conversation with ultra-marathoner and Booker-nominated author Michael Collins, and books worth their weight in your backpack

70_BACKPACKERZ BUZZ
News from Hostelling International

78_WRIGHT OF WAY
Ian Wright’s lament for the traditional pub