Welcome to The True Travellers Society Daily Podcast for Wednesday, October twenty-third, twenty twenty-five, where we discover how conscious travel can change the world. Today, we're sharing Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel” destinations for twenty twenty-six, new horizons for responsible adventure in Italy, and a creative solution to global waste led by travelers like you. Let’s dive in and see how each journey can leave a positive mark!

Our lead story today is Lonely Planet’s brand-new “Best in Travel” for twenty twenty-six. Notably, Botswana takes the top spot. Why? Because this Southern African gem leads the way in conservation tourism. Travelers can choose authentic, low-impact safaris in places like the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the Linyanti Reserve, eco-lodges partner with locals to protect elephants, lions, and endangered antelope. By limiting visitor numbers and focusing on guided, small-group tours, Botswana has helped preserve one of Africa’s greatest