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Well-informed Wanderlust travellers love to research their journeys. They book their trips with expert tour operators and explore with knowledgeable local guides. Adventurous Wanderlust travellers are curious about the world and always seek out the road less travelled. They delve beneath the surface of a destination to find authentic experiences all year round. Nature-loving Wanderlust travellers relish the feeling of being in the natural world. They delight in exploring the outdoors and encountering wildlife where it/belongs: in the wild! Discerning Wanderlust travellers seek out meaningful culture, art, music and gastronomic experiences to better immerse themselves in the destinations they visit. Eclectic Wanderlust travellers have a wide range of interests and will explore every angle of a destination. From hiking and rail adventures to luxury stays and expedition cruises, each journey…

The Aman Nai Lert Bangkok opens in April, offering a peaceful retreat in an often chaotic city. This new property is an all-suite affair with an infinity pool overlooking the park. And to truly escape the hustle, it has an entire floor dedicated to the spa. aman.com The all-suite Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest has opened in Romania's capital in an iconic site. The Belle Époque building in which it lies has a long heritage, dating back to 1867, and was once home to an iconic stay. Following a long restoration, its 30 suites are joined by the intriguing Boulevard 73, a French-Romanian fusion restaurant. corinthia.com The new Serengeti Explorer lodge promises some rare encounters thanks to its onsite hide. This overlooks a watering hole, so you won't have…

IN ASSOCIATION WITH Readers get 10% off by using the code 'Wandering' on the Stanfords website (www.stanfords.co.uk). Wanderlust members can get 25% off. See p34 A Training School for Elephants by Sophy Roberts Doubleday; £22 Stanfords Book of the Month for March Having learnt of an 1879 expedition sponsored by Belgium's King Leopold II to acquire and train elephants, the author follows in the wake of the four pachyderms that it set out school. To do so, she travels to Belgium, Iraq, India, Tanzania and the Congo, bringing to life a tale of colonial greed and a wild cast of characters, from ivory dealers to nuns. Overnight By Dan Richards Canongate; £20 This celebration of the nocturnal world and those who work while we sleep is an enlightening read. Travelling…

“There's an old saying in Japan that there are 8 million gods and every natural phenomenon could be one!” said my guide, Kumiko Endo. We were stood outside the opening of a cliffside cave that houses Miyazaki prefecture's Udo Shrine. On this afternoon, the winds were strong and the waves were fierce, taking the shape of white horses that reared against the boulders below. “There's gods of the mountains, gods of the ocean, gods of the sun, gods of the rice fields…” Kumiko continued. Looking around me, I could easily begin to understand the relationship between the natural elements and a higher power. As I continued my journey through Kyushu – home to forests, hot springs, volcanoes and waterfalls – this connection only grew stronger. I started my road trip…

THE SCALE In the UK alone, hotels produce 289,700 TONNES of food waste per year. THE PROBLEM More than ONE-FIFTH of the food bought by hotels is thrown away. WHO'S TO BLAME? 60% of food waste in the hotel industry is kitchen waste; 40% is left by guests. THE EFFECT Hotel food systems generate 185 MILLION TONNES of CO2e emissions a year worldwide – more than 75% of most countries.…

1 Hanau and Steinau The Brothers Grimm were born at the end of the 18th century in Hanau, a handsome market town and river port on the Rhine-Main canal. These days, it is something of a quiet alternative to city life for Frankfurt commuters. In 1791, when Wilhelm and Jacob were five and six respectively, the family moved to the half-timbered town of Steinau nearby, whose cobbled yards have barely changed since. Their father was the local lawyer, their grandfather was the town priest, and the boys went to school just off the main square, which is still surrounded by 16th-century buildings. The old judicial house is now a museum with dioramas of the Grimms' best-loved stories. 2 Marburg Heading north along the Fairy Tale Route, the Grimms crop up next…

There's something incredibly human about festivals: the urge to gather; to share space and exchange cultures; to listen to music or break bread with friends and strangers. At their core, festivals are about celebration, expression and community. Whether they're focused on a niche musical genre or a signature dish, they highlight the cultural touch-stones that make a place special. They can also represent resistance and resilience. They might be a show of unity during a time of political turbulence or be the first major gathering after a natural disaster. Festivals reveal a community's heart and speak to its spirit. That's why we decided to spotlight the USA's most intriguing festivals in this issue: what better way to understand this big, beautiful, complex country than through its diverse expressions of local…

Washington DC is one of the few places in the USA that exudes queerness, no matter where you are. The city has the largest per-capita population of LGBTQ+ adults in the nation, and that presence is keenly felt wherever you go. Queer people are the beating heart of this city. And whether it's a rainbow flag flying from a neighbourhood porch – year round, not just during Pride month – or a friendly smile from a barista wearing a Trans Pride pin, travelling LGBTQ+ folk get a warm welcome. It's the thing that keeps me coming back. I've already celebrated Pride in the city twice, and I couldn't be more excited to return this year for WorldPride DC 2025. Here's what you shouldn't miss. Must-sees Get political: The nation's ongoing…

It's Mardi Gras, and New Orleans is a coat of many colours. As kaleidoscopic floats inch Uptown and Downtown, you can hear the thunder of marching bands and the clatter of beads as masked revellers dance into the night. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) – a holiday rooted in Catholic traditions – is the final hurrah before Ash Wednesday, when Lent rings in a period of abstinence. New Orleans hosts the USA's largest Mardi Gras celebration, but it's much more than just a big party. These Big Easy traditions go back centuries. By the 1700s, lavish balls were already a cornerstone of the celebrations, while the first parade was led by the Krewe of Comus in 1857. Today, 'krewes' (the organisations behind the parades) are entire subcultures with their own costumes…

Room to manoeuvre For such slow-moving creatures, koalas need a lot of space (around 100 trees per animal), which makes the vast eucalyptus groves that line Victoria's Great Ocean Road a dream stop for those wanting to see an iconic Australian animal in the wild. Learn more about them on page 186…

Canyons and the cosmos in Tucson Saguaro National Park's mountains loom large over Tucson. Divided into an East and West District, the park is characterised by its skyscraping namesake cacti that typically grow up to around 15m tall. It was also designated an Urban Night Sky Place in 2023, on account of the super-dark star-spangled skies that stretch out just a stone's throw from Tucson. Another must-visit is Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, east of downtown. Electric shuttles cruise through the saguaro-studded wilderness, while rugged hikes strike out to mountain and waterfall viewpoints. A desert playground in Scottsdale If you can tear yourself away from Scottsdale's urban treasures, the McDowell Sonoran Preserve sprawls into the city's backyard. Book onto a guided hike with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy (mcdowellsonoran.org) and learn about…

When to go April to October is the most pleasant period to visit South Moravia, with the wine harvest beginning in August. Summers average 22°C to 30°C; winter can dip below zero. Getting there & around Ryanair (Ryanair.com) flies direct from London Stansted to Brno-Tuřany Airport from £30 return. Flights take around two hours. A greater choice of airlines serve the airports of Vienna and Prague, which are two and three and a half hours by train from Brno respectively. Rail itineraries from the UK start with taking the Eurostar (eurostar.com) from London St Pancras to Brussels and then heading to Brno via connections in Frankfurt and Vienna. In total, it takes from around 15 hours. Brno is walkable, but tram travel costs less than £3.30 a day. Znojmo, Pavlov…

You don't really expect one of the boldest rewilding initiatives you've ever visited to be in the English Midlands. But there it is: 520 sq km of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire, linking the ancient woodlands of Charnwood in the east and Needwood in the west. Perhaps it's so unexpected because when the project was launched 30 years ago, and signs were erected to welcome people to the new 'National Forest', it didn't have many trees. Back then – and long before the benefits of rewilding became more widely known – this former heartland of coal and clay mining was one of the least-wooded parts of the country, with just 6% forest cover. In 2024, following the planting of some 9.5 million trees, the National Forest's coverage reached 25%. The before-and-after…

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Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Photographer: Aline Coquelle. Santo Domingo, the oldest colonial city in Latin America, has been at the centre of a huge clean-up operation over the last decade. By 2018 alone, US$500m had been sunk by the private sector into converting the city centre's colonial buildings into bars, boutique stays and museums. As well as making the city safer for visitors, travellers now have a stylish alternative to the cheap resorts that clog the coast. It's a transformation touched on in David Collado and Rosanna Rivera's new book, Santo Domingo, which looks at the creative history of the city. Finally, travellers are starting to see the best of it for themselves, with sights such as the 16th-century Palacio Consistorial (pictured) – a former town hall turned into a…

David Hockney 25 (pictured) at Paris' Fondation Louis Vuitton will be the Bradford-born artist's largest show to date (9 Apr–31 Aug), mostly focused on the past 25 years of his career. fondationlouisvuitton.fr Astonishing Things: The Drawings of Victor Hugo runs at the Royal Academy of Arts in London (until 29 Jun), showcasing a different side to the prolific author: his rarely seen works on paper. Many are on loan from Hauteville House in Guernsey, which was Hugo's home in exile. royalacademy.org.uk The San Antonio World Heritage Center has opened and it promises to be a great primer for anyone wanting to visit San Antonio's UNESCO-listed missions – the only World Heritage site in Texas. visitsanantonio.com Kazakhstan's first independent cultural institution, the Tselinny Center of Contemporary Culture, will be opening its…

It was my first trip to Japan, and it often felt like I was either off the beaten track or very much on it. This is a destination that demands the discerning traveller not simply scratch beneath the surface but take a shovel and dig. The deeper you go, however, the more you will be rewarded and the more you will benefit the local communities you meet. WHERE TO STAY Conveniently located a stone's throw from the Golden Circle (the route combining Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka) is the prefecture of Toyama, which is little more than two hours north-west of Tokyo by rail. Having arrived in the region, I alighted from the shinkansen (bullet train) to join a local branch line. The train then ambled its way through pastures of…

OVER 50% of women travel abroad while pregnant. 1/3 of all trips taken by pregnant women are outside Europe. TWO-THIRDS of pregnant women do not seek medical advice before travelling. 4 TIPS FOR THOSE TRAVELLING WHILE PREGNANT 1 To promote good circulation (and avoid deep vein thrombosis) when flying, wear compression socks and walk up and down the aisle at least every hour. These socks apply gentle pressure to the veins, which helps to push the blood flow back towards the heart and reduce swelling in the legs. 2 Each airline imposes its own rules regarding the stage of gestation they consider to be the cut-off for pregnant women flying; they are not bound by doctors' advice. You may be asked for medical documents on boarding, so always inform them…

There are plenty of places to get acquainted with the musical genius of Strauss II. The Johann Strauss Memorial in Stadtpark is a good place to start. This golden statue of him playing the violin is an iconic site. Next, step inside the Johann Strauss Apartment on Praterstrasse 54, which is now an exhibition of personal objects and documents about his life and work (wienmuseum.at). For a more poignant encounter, The Waltz King's gravestone lies in Vienna Central Cemetery in a denoted 'grave of honour'. Elsewhere, the immersive House of Strauss, set inside the restored Casino Zögernitz, is an audio-visual walk-through of the history of the entire Strauss dynasty (houseofstrauss.at). The Johann Strauss Museum – New Dimensions opened this year and also explores the composer's life through immersive exhibits (johannstraussmuseum.at).…

When to go It's sweaty year-round in Raja Ampat, with high humidity and temperatures of 25ºC to 32ºC. October to April is the best time to travel, despite it receiving the heaviest rainfall. Getting there Singapore Airlines (singaporeair.com) flies from London to Jakarta via Singapore. Connections to Sorong and Ternate, where the voyage begins and ends, can be found with Garuda Indonesia (garuda-indonesia.com). Tickets cost from around £926 return and the flight time is about 23.5 hours. Carbon offset A return flight from London to Sorong via Singapore and Jakarta produces 1,638kg of CO2 per passenger. Wanderlust encourages you to offset your travel footprint through a reputable provider. To find one, visit wanderlustmagazine.com/inspiration/sustainable-travel. Currency & visa Currency: Rupiah (IDR), around IDR20,450 to the UK£. Visa: You can buy a 30-day visa…

Bourbon and Belonging, Kentucky Cities across Kentucky will again take part in what is believed to be the world's only LGBTQ+ bourbon festival as it returns for its second year. Expect distillery tours, tastings and talks in communities from Louisville to Lexington. 2025 dates tbc; bourbonandbelonging.com Rendezvous, Wyoming Lovers of the outdoors can sign up for this welcoming LGBTQ+ camping trip in the Medicine Bow National Forest, which attracts hundreds each year. The event typically includes campfire meals, musical entertainment and a mini film festival. 13–17 August 2025; wyomingequality.org NewFest, New York City Spearheaded by the National Queer Theater collective, this Big Apple festival focuses on the work of playwrights from countries where queerness is censored or criminalised. Watch diverse and poignant productions from LGBTQ+ writers at key venues in…

Best for cultural immersion: The Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu in Lake Charles, Louisiana, will open this year, offering a deep dive into Mardi Gras traditions. Best for history: Mobile, Alabama, claims the oldest Mardi Gras tradition in the States, with the earliest documented celebration in 1703. Learn more at the Mobile Carnival Museum. Best for offbeat celebrations: In Louisiana, Lafayette's Courir de Mardi Gras sees costumed revellers pound the streets begging for the ingredients to make a gumbo. Need to know Airlines including British Airways (ba.com) offer direct flights from the UK to New Orleans from £599 return, taking 10 hours. For more information, visit neworleans.com.…

The Métis have been referred to as “Canada's forgotten people”. Though the Métis Nation began some 400 years ago, they were not recognised as a distinct people with Indigenous status in Canada until the 1982 Canadian Constitution Act. The path to establishing their rights has featured many battles, including armed conflicts, political negotiations and landmark legal cases. The Métis Peoples have both First Nations and European ancestry. Between the 17th and mid-19th century, the fur trade was thriving in Canada, attracting thousands of European men eager to make their fortunes. When they married First Nations women, their offspring were classed as métis, meaning mixed in French. These children grew up exposed to both First Nations and European cultures (primarily French and Scottish). The Métis men often worked in the fur…

Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale Built in the 1950s, Hotel Valley Ho is an enduring echo of an era when the Hollywood elite all holidayed in Scottsdale. Everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Humphrey Bogart came to bask in the desert sun, and the hotel retains plenty of mid-20th century glamour, with its palm-decorated pool deck and chic retro room decor (think popping orange furniture and low-slung wooden beds). Onsite restaurant ZuZu has a solid modern-American menu with plenty of Southwestern twists. hotelvalleyho.com The Global Ambassador, Phoenix Opened at the end of 2023, this upscale hotel has already cemented its reputation as one of the capital's finest. It offers a lesson in luxury, from its sumptuous mid-20th century-inspired rooms to a glittering lobby bar that buzzes at weekends. The onsite spa includes…

The Ghan Operated by Journey Beyond Rail, The Ghan (journeybeyondrail.com.au) currently has three classes of cabin – Platinum, Gold Premium and Gold, in descending order of price, cabin size and amenities – though all the options provide an eminently comfortable stay. Ultra-luxurious Aurora and Australis suites will also be available from 2026. The following fares for the full Darwin-Adelaide route are all per person (based on two sharing a cabin) and include transfers, full board and off-train experiences: Platinum from £2,618; Gold Premium from £1,760; and Gold from £1,458. You can also start or finish mid-way in Alice Springs. Whichever route you choose, The Ghan is very popular, so it is advisable to book months in advance, particularly if you want to snag the cheapest fares.…

1 The Timberline Lodge in Oregon, USA, was used as the exterior for the fictional Overlook Hotel in which '80s film? a. Beverly Hills Cop b. Die Hard c. The Goonies d. The Shining 2 Japan's Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is the world's oldest hotel, according to the Guinness World Records. In which century was it founded? a. 3rd century BC b. 8th century AD c. 13th century AD d. 18th century AD 3 The Marqués de Riscal in Spain is the only hotel to have been designed by which well-known architect? a. Frank Lloyd Wright b. Frank Gehry c. Victor Horta d. Zaha Hadid 4 The top-five tallest hotel-only buildings on the planet are all found in which country? a. Malaysia b. Qatar c. Thailand d. United Arab Emirates 5 The first-ever permanent ice hotel was built in Jukkasjärvi in 2016. In which Nordic nation was it created? a. Denmark b. Finland c. Norway d. Sweden 6 In 2005, the Conrad…

”Laguna Blanca, a salt lake in Bolivia's Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, is fringed by striking snow-tipped peaks.” @laurafasihi ”Edinburgh's Scott Monument, built in 1846, is dedicated to the famous Scottish author Sir Walter Scott.” @hivemind.travel “Kirkjufell, which translates as 'Church Mountain', is one of the most photographed places in Iceland. I couldn't miss the opportunity. At sunset, the mountain and waterfalls seem like a place worthy of worshipping nature. A natural church.” @lurra_photography ”In Namibia, these ancient camel thorn trees rise from a clay pan in the Namib Desert known as Deadvlei.” @leandri.dannhauser ”This hyena puppy was spotted in South Africa's Balule Private Game Reserve at the end of September last year.” Rosie Baldieri ”The view from Reinebringen mountain in Norway's Lofoten Islands is almost surreal under the midnight sun.”…

60,000 Humans have been decorating eggshells for more than 60,000 years. The earliest evidence of this practice was found in Diepkloof Rock Shelter in South Africa, where archaeologists found engraved ostrich eggshell water containers. 4,500+ The town of Haux in France prefers its eggs to be made into an omelette at this time of year. On Easter Monday, residents use more than 4,500 eggs to create this dish, which then feeds around 1,000 people. The tradition supposedly has its origins in the Napoleonic wars, when the French leader stopped by and asked the townspeople to feed his army. 1 million The Easter bunny has long been a symbol of the holidays, but in Australia, you're more likely to find chocolate bilbies than rabbits. Created as a way to raise awareness…

WIN! North Coast 500 or Road Trips in Europe by DK It's that time of year again, when we're itching to take to the road – and DK have two fabulous guides to help. Whether you want to drive Scotland's popular North Coast 500 responsibly or find a classic or little-known route in Europe, these DK titles are ideal preparation. We have three of each to give away. WIN! A guidebook from Bradt We have copies of the brand-new Scotland's North Highlands guide as well as updated guides on the Democratic Republic of Congo, Pantanal Wildlife, Slovenia and Malta to give away from Bradt, a publisher who continually proves the value of having a good guidebook. Winners can choose which one they want to inspire their next trip. WIN! A…

Meeting people This was my first trip to India, and instead of exploring the popular Golden Triangle, I decided to go a slightly different route and joined a Ganges river cruise that departed from Kolkata. While exploring Kalna's morning market, I met this local fisherman (pictured left) preparing for the day's trade. He was cleaning his traditional fish-cutting knife, just before his customers arrived. Travelling along the river, seeing life as it is, meeting and engaging with the local communities and artisans – this area is known for exceptional handloom weavers and few foreign tourists – was probably one of the most authentic and enriching travel experiences I have had in a long time. People make places, and nowhere is this truer than in India where I felt privileged to…

When to go The Maldives is a year-round destination, but the optimal time to visit is from November to April, during the (mostly) dry season. The May-to-October monsoon season brings higher humidity, stronger winds and frequent rain showers. Getting there & around British Airways (ba.com) operates non-stop flights from London Heathrow to Malé's Velana International Airport. These take around 11 hours (one-way) and cost from £840 return. Etihad (etihad.com), Qatar Airways (qatarairways.com) and Emirates (emirates.com) offer connecting flights via the Middle East. Inter-island travel involves speedboats as well as domestic and (pricey) seaplane flights. Universal Resorts can arrange community and island excursions for guests at their eight resorts. Carbon offset A return flight from London to Malé produces 646kg of CO2 per passenger. Wanderlust encourages you to offset your travel…

When to go Events celebrating the life of Strauss II continue throughout the year in Vienna (see p76). The annual ball season takes place from 11 November and typically ends around Ash Wednesday. Getting there & around London, Manchester and Edinburgh airports all offer direct flights to Vienna from £47 return. Flight time is from 2 to 2.5 hours. Vienna's public transport (metro, trams, buses) links all corners of the city, though the historic centre is easy to explore on foot. Carbon offset A return flight from London to Vienna produces 230kg of CO2 per passenger. Wanderlust encourages you to offset your travel footprint through a reputable provider. For advice on finding one, visit wanderlustmagazine.com/inspiration/sustainable-travel. Ball tickets Tickets are bookable via the ball or association websites. Prestigious events such as…

1 Würzburg The gateway city at the Romantic Road's northernmost end sits on a bend in the Main. Here, the steep riverbanks are covered in vineyards and dominated by the Marienberg Fortress. The latter contains a collection of the work of Tilman Riemenschneider, a medieval woodcarver and sculptor whose artwork features in many churches along the route. For nearly 700 years (from 1168 AD), Würzburg was controlled by a number of powerful Prince Bishops, whose wealth was symbolised by the UNESCO-listed Residenz, a mostly 18th-century Baroque palace with an interior akin to a Germanic take on Versailles, bedecked in marble and marquetry. Much of Würzburg's downtown was damaged in the Second World War and unfussily rebuilt, but these glimpses of the city's past make it unmissable. 2 Franconia The first…

Crow Fair, Montana Another major powwow, the Crow Fair has been hosted by the Apsáalooke (Crow) people for more than a century. The event takes place at the Crow Indian Reservation, with highlights including an Indian relay horse race, a rodeo, dancing and daily parades. 13–19 August 2025; crow-nsn.gov/crow-fair.html World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO), Fairbanks, Alaska Protecting the historic games of Indigenous Alaskans, this sports and culture festival brings together more than 100 athletes for traditional events such as Inuit stick pull and the Alaskan high kick. You'll also see dancing and a large crafts bazaar. 16–19 July 2025; weio.org Oklahoma Indian Nations Powwow, Concho Today, Oklahoma is home to 39 Tribal Nations (only California and Alaska have more). This traditional powwow brings together the state's Indigenous communities for dance contests,…

A sky full of stars Best astronomy festivals Bluff Dark Sky Festival & Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival, Utah The Beehive State has the highest concentration of International Dark Sky Association-certified sites anywhere in America, so it's no surprise that it has some stellar astronomy festivals too. New for this year is the Bluff Dark Sky Festival, an Indigenous-focused event that will see Native American guides interpret the stars and share traditional stories (14–15 Nov 2025). Until then, there's the tried-and-true Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival (26–28 June 2025), which includes astrophotography workshops, space talks and telescope sessions. Nebraska Star Party, near Valentine Nebraska, one of America's most underrated states, is known for its sweeping plains, golden sunflower fields and farmland. All that open space also makes for some jet-black night skies.…

When to go Time your trip for spring or autumn, when the heat of Arizona's southern reaches has subsided but snow has yet to fall in Flagstaff. Getting there & around Airlines including British Airways (ba.com) and American Airlines (aa.com) operate direct flights from London Heathrow to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from around £598 return, with the journey taking about 11 hours. Renting a car and self-driving is the best way to get around Arizona, and it gives you the freedom to explore both the state's cities and its wild spaces. A light rail system (Valley Metro Rail) operates in Phoenix, with stops including city highlights such as the Heard Museum. Carbon offset A return flight from London to Phoenix produces 940kg of CO2 per passenger. Wanderlust encourages you to…

When to go The summer khareef (monsoon), lasting from June to September, can bring in thick fog and short, sharp sandstorms. The ideal time to visit is in April when Jebel Akhdar explodes into colour during the Damask rose harvest. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September– November) are best for spotting migratory birds. The turtle egg-laying season begins around May, with hatchlings emerging about two months later. August, therefore, offers a wonderful opportunity to witness both nesting females and hatching youngsters. Getting there & around Oman Air (omanair.com) flies direct from London Heathrow to Muscat, with returns available from around £313 per person. Flights take about seven hours each way. Some tour operators offering nature-themed trips to Oman include G Adventures (gadventures.com), Exodus (exodustravels.com) and Naturetrek (naturetrek.co.uk). Carbon offset A return flight…

In 1994, I met Lord Rothschild. His house on Corfu was just across the water from Butrint, and for years he would look over to it using binoculars. But he was never allowed to visit by the communist regime. After the fall of communism in 1992, together with his friend Lord Sainsbury, he wanted to help the site and created what was known as the Butrint Foundation. I ended up managing the foundation; then, after creating the Butrint National Park, I ran the park for many years. It was thanks to this meeting that I entered the world of cultural heritage management. I think Butrint and Albania should be grateful for Lord Rothschild's friendship, which was given during a very difficult time for the country. Butrint is a magical place.…