National Geographic Traveler Magazine

January/February 2012 Features

Charlie Chaplin's Venice

Masquerading as the Little Tramp offers a rare, inside glimpse of Italy's famous Carnevale.
Photo Gallery: A Night at the Ball

See scenes from a Venice costume ball that took place during Carnevale.
Japan's Past Perfect

Worlds away from fast-forward Tokyo, the island of Shikoku preserves time-honored traditions and country hospitality.
The Buzz in Mexico

A little bee prized by the ancient Maya plays a starring role in a spiritual sojourn.

Real Travel: The Jazz of Travel

Improvisation on the road, though risky, brings surprising rewards.
Unbound: Going Head to Head

In India’s Nagaland, aging fighters recall ruthless victory rites of yesteryear.
One on One: The New Philanthropist

Globe-trotter Erin Michelson’s good deeds go beyond gifts of soccer balls and art supplies.
The Insider: Point of No Return

Loyalty programs are complicated and confusing. Should you even bother?
Trip Lit: Man Seeks God

Don George reviews Man Seeks God by Eric Weiner. Plus books on the Grand Canyon, Croatia, South America, and a 400-year treasure hunt.