Geography & Travel Crossword — 5 September 2026

Across

1. 5. Seasonal movement of animals to find food or breed (7)
2. 6. Geographical feature often found between mountains (6)
3. 7. A sudden movement of water, often seen at the beach. (6)
4. 9. An adventurous outing, often with a sense of thrill. (8)
5. 11. A winding curve or bend in a river's course. (7)
6. 13. Public square often found in city centres worldwide. (5)
7. 15. A group of islands often found in the ocean. (11)
8. 16. Dense area typically filled with trees and wildlife. (6)
9. 18. Water feature often found in fountains or rivers. (5)
10. 19. Narrow inlet carved by glacial activity, often picturesque. (5)
11. 20. Relating to the periodic rise and fall of water levels (5)
12. 21. The view of a city's buildings and skyline. (9)

Down

1. 1. Regions of Earth known for warm climates year-round (7)
2. 2. Large bodies of salt water crucial for global weather patterns. (6)
3. 3. Official residence of a monarch, often grand and historic. (6)
4. 4. Land used for cultivating crops and raising livestock. (8)
5. 8. US city known for its historic architecture and parks (8)
6. 10. Slow-moving mass of ice found in polar regions and mountains. (7)
7. 12. Location beside a waterway, often popular for picnics. (9)
8. 13. Highest point in a mountain range, often sought by climbers. (4)
9. 14. Major hub for shipping and trade by the ocean (7)
10. 17. Mountain feature often found in cold regions (7)
11. 18. Incline often measured in degrees in terrain mapping. (5)