World Encounter: The Global Explorer Edit

Welcome to the World Encounter: The Global Explorer Edit

World Encounter's Global Explorer Issue is your ultimate guide to world travel. This edition features breathtaking photography from remote destinations, insider tips from seasoned travelers, and comprehensive guides to both popular and off-the-beaten-path locations. It combines practical travel advice, cultural insights, and detailed itineraries for various travel styles and budgets.

This edition serves as an essential resource for adventure seekers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone planning their next international journey.

Below, outlines all of our top Editors Picks for this month.

Fable England Hydrangea Large Jewellery Box
Price: £40

Back by popular demand from the Fable archive, our hydrangea print is in full bloom on this exquisite rectangular jewellery box. Crafted from luxe velvet, the box features dedicated compartments to secure all your treasures.

• Outer: 100% Polyester; Lining: 100% Polyester

• Approx. 16 (L) x 8 (W) x 6 (H) cm

• Wipe clean with a damp cloth

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Women's Lioka Waterproof Jacket | Nephrite Green
Price: £100

Weatherproof and versatile, our Lioka women's everyday jacket is the perfect addition to your outdoor wardrobe. Crafted from waterproof and breathable Isotex 15000 polyester stretch fabric, with a high breathability rating, this women's waterproof jacket ensures you stay dry and comfortable. The durable water-repellent finish and taped seams provide complete waterproof protection, making it perfect for all weather conditions. The jacket features a part-printed lining for added style and an internal security pocket to keep your valuables safe. The 3-piece hood with an inner shock cord offers a customised fit, while the elasticated cuffs and hood face provide additional comfort and protection. Two zipped lower pockets offer convenient storage for your essentials. Whether you're commuting, walking or enjoying outdoor activities, our ladies waterproof jacket combines practicality with style.

• Waterproof and breathable Isotex 15000 recycled 100% polyester stretch fabric - 88gsm

1. Breathability rating 15,000g/m²/24 hours

2. Durable water repellent finish

3. Taped seams for complete waterproof protection

4. Part printed lining

5. Internal security pocket

6. 3 piece hood with inner shockcord

7. Feature elastic to cuffs and hood face

8. 2 zipped lower pockets

9. Made with recycled content
   
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Marine Heritage Trainer
Price: £80

Super stylish and comfy, our Marine Heritage women's trainers from our Style Heroes collection will elevate your fitness routine or casual everyday look. Crafted for superior comfort and performance, the suede and mesh upper blends style with breathability, ensuring a comfortable fit throughout the day. Inside, the open foam insock provides exceptional underfoot comfort, cushioning your feet with every step. A synthetic suede mudguard offers additional support and protection, enhancing durability and safeguarding against wear and tear. The trainers are equipped with a midsole featuring a shock-absorbing heel insert, providing lightweight cushioning and stability. The sole unit ensures durability, offering reliable traction on various surfaces. Whether you're hitting the gym, running errands or enjoying a casual stroll, our women's trainers are designed to keep you comfortable and supported.

1. Upper: Suede and mesh upper

2. Inner: TECFOAM open foam insock provides superior underfoot comfort

3. Protection: Synthetic suede mudguard supports and protects the foot

4. Sole: EVA midsole with shock absorbing heel insert - lightweight cushioning and stability

5. TPR sole unit for durability
   
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Britedale 30L Backpack
Price: £42

Durable and hi-tech, our Britedale 30L Backpack is ideal for cycling and commuting. Featuring robust ripstop fabric, the backpack is designed to withstand everyday wear and tear. Brite Light torch technology will help guide the way in low light. An air mesh back construction allows ventilated airflow and the shoulder straps contour to the body for a better fit. Finished with adjustable padded hip belt, internal hydration storage pocket and water tube retainer.

• 30 litre capacity

• Ideal for cycling and commuting

• Brite Light torch technology

• Internal hydration storage pocket and drinking tube retainer

• Hardwearing 600D polyester and polyester diamond ripstop

• Air mesh back construction to allow ventilated airflow

• Venting ergonomic shoulder straps contour the body for a better fit

• Adjustable padded hip belt

• Quick access hip pockets

• Hidden zipped pocket behind side mesh pocket

• Adjustable sliding chest harness

• Soft micro mesh front storage pocket

• 50 x 31 x 18cm
  
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Bordlite Under Seat Cabin Bag
Price: £5.99

Cabin approved bag great for weekend getaways, city breaks and short business trips. Perfect to fit under seat during flight when room in overhead is becoming more precious. Durable woven 600D shower proof polyester outer means it is built to last these long journeys.

• Dimensions: 40 x 20 x 25cm (approximate)

• Carry handles with velcro grip

• 2 side compartments

• 2 mesh pockets

• Base support

• 20l capacity

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Dune London Onella cream luggage set
Price: £105

The Onella collection is made from a superlight and strong material which is impact-resistant. The 3-piece set includes a cabin case and medium and large suitcases within the special price bundle offer. This suitcase range features Dune's iconic interlocking D branding and has a textured finish with signature tan trims and hardware. Four smooth double wheels with 360° rotation and Dune London logo wheel caps.

• Internal pockets and straps for organised packing

• A lightweight trolley system

• Integrated TSA Lock

• The 3 cases nest inside each other for convenient and minimal storage

• A 2-year manufacturer's warranty

Cabin Case: Dimensions: 55cm x 40cm x 20cm. Weight: 2.6kg. Capacity: 39 litres.

Medium Suitcase: Dimensions: 68cm x 44cm x 27cm. Weight: 3.2kg. Capacity: 72 litres.

Large Suitcase: Dimensions: 78cm x 50cm x 31cm. Weight: 4.2kg. Capacity: 108 litres.

Height 78cm

Width 50cm

Depth 31cm

100% Other fibres.

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1.8L Whistle Kettle
Price: £30

Enjoy a hot drink wherever you are with our 2-litre family camping kettle. Made from durable stainless steel with a heat resistant handle (that handily folds way for compact packing) and a whistling spout to let you now when the water has boiled. Enjoy.

Features and Benefits

• Heat-resistant folding handle and removable lid

• Pull/push whistle spout handle for opening and closing

• 2 man capacity

Specifications

• Dimensions: H:18.0 x W:18.0 x D:11.5 cm

• Colour: Silver

• Guarantee:1 year

• Material: Plastics 10%, Stainless Steel 90%

• Model Number: RCE162 6XE000
  
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Craghoppers National Trust Collection Womens Avens Jacket
Price: £22

When you need a comforting shot of top-notch insulation, this lightweight jacket from our National Trust Collection fits the brief nicely. Made from part-recycled curly borg fleece fabric, Avens features a full-length zip fastening plus zipped lower and chest pockets with contrast elasticated binding to hem and cuffs.

• Insulating

• Main fabrics of this garment are 100% recycled

• Zipped pockets

• Easy care quick drying fabric

• 2 pockets

• 470g
  
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Craghoppers x National Trust Trek Socks, Taupe
Price: £22

These Merino Blend Trek Socks from the Craghoppers National Trust Collection are the perfect choice for comfort and durability on your outdoor adventures.

Featuring an elasticated ankle and over foot support, these socks provide a secure, comfortable fit. The cushioned sole, toe, and heel offer extra protection, while the double cuff ensures a snug and supportive wear.

Made from a soft yet durable Merino wool blend, these socks are designed to keep your feet comfortable in all conditions.

Plus, 10% of net sales from this collection are donated to the National Trust to help protect and preserve nature, beauty, and history for future generations.

Wash with similar colours. Do not use bleach or water softeners. Do not tumble dry. Do not dry clean. Wash @ 30 degrees

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FatFace Sea Graphic Crew Sweat
Price: £42.50

You can never have too many staples and with our Sea Crew graphic sweatshirt, made from 100% cotton and a loose fit for ultimate comfort.

Keep it simple with denim jeans for weekend strolls or layer up with a jacket for those colder days, the simplistic graphic is fun and eye-catching at the same time - perfect for elevating your everyday looks.

• Machine washable.

• 100% Cotton.

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Katie Loxton Milan Cabin Bag Blue Aura
Price: £69.99

Specifically designed to fit exactly within your in-flight cabin allowance size, the Milan Cabin Case in Blue Aura is the must-have bag for the in-the-know traveller! With a detachable shoulder strap and innovative passthrough pocket which slides over your luggage handle, every journey is effortless.

• Smooth Pebble Vegan Leather

• Shoulder straps and adjustable and detachable nylon crossbody strap

• Features internal elasticated pockets, slip pocket, and fold-down sides to meet luggage restrictions

• Personalise With Monogramming Or Embroidery

• Free Recyclable Personalised Gift Bag

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