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From Phoenicians to Picasso: How to explore the best of Malaga’s history 

From Phoenicians to Picasso: How to explore the best of Malaga’s history 

by Richard Collett | Jan 8, 2023 | Spain, Stories

In Malaga, thousands of years of Mediterranean history collide in Costa del Sol’s most underrated city break destination. From fermented Phoenician fish sauce (Garum, anyone?) to Moorish castles and Picasso paintings, here’s how to explore Malaga’s history on a...
How community conservation is saving the Belize Barrier Reef

How community conservation is saving the Belize Barrier Reef

by Richard Collett | Dec 15, 2022 | Belize, Stories

In Belize, marine charity Fragments of Hope is leading pioneering community conservation efforts to save the Belize Barrier Reef. Here’s how they’re saving corals, and how you can visit the Belize Barrier Reef to see their conservation efforts in person.  By...
The Zapatistas of Chiapas, Mexico: How to Visit the Zapatista Movement

The Zapatistas of Chiapas, Mexico: How to Visit the Zapatista Movement

by Richard Collett | Dec 9, 2022 | Borders, Mexico, Stories

In the mountains of Chiapas, Mexico, the Zapatista Army of National Liberation has waged a guerilla war against the Mexican state since 1994. I journeyed to San Cristobal de las Casas in search of the elusive Zapatista movement. Here’s how I visited the Zapatista...
Atauro Island: The Tropical Paradise You’ve Never Heard Of

Atauro Island: The Tropical Paradise You’ve Never Heard Of

by Richard Collett | May 19, 2022 | East Timor, Stories

With white sand beaches, vibrant coral reefs and a burgeoning community-based tourism scene, Atauro Island is the tropical you’ve probably never heard of. This guide to East Timor’s Atauro Island was updated 20th May 2022. By Richard Collett “Atauro...
Smuggling, Sailing and Sustainability: A Tall Ship Journey Along the Cornish Coast with VentureSail Holidays

Smuggling, Sailing and Sustainability: A Tall Ship Journey Along the Cornish Coast with VentureSail Holidays

by Richard Collett | May 15, 2022 | Stories, United Kingdom

Along Britain’s dramatic southwest coast, historic tall ship sailing journeys offer a sustainable way to uncover Cornwall’s smuggling past and maritime heritage. This trip was provided courtesy of VentureSail Holidays. All opinions expressed are those of the author...
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