On the South Devon Coast, a new walking tour reveals a forgotten history of piracy and smuggling in one of England’s most underrated beach towns. Learn about Exmouth’s fascinating past, then embrace the laidback Devon lifestyle with a cold pint and award-winning fish...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Editors Note: Unfortunately, the Principality of the Hutt River closed its doors for good in January 2020 following the death of Prince Leonard and pressure from the Australian government seeking to reclaim unpaid taxes. Richard Collett 2022. I had driven hundreds of...
Cornwall is the staycation destination of choice for many Brits – but while most head to this county for beaches and relatively warmer weather, there’s much more to Cornwall than meets the eye. In this blog post, we’ll talk about dark tourism in Cornwall –...
Muscat is the heritage filled capital of Oman, a country that could well be the most underrated in the Middle East! With a long Corniche that’s perfect rambling, fiery Arabian sunsets and an array of museums, forts and souks to explore, there’s a lot going...
Monte Carlo, the capital of Europe’s second smallest micronation, is a playground for casino-lovers. But there’s more to this tiny capital than meets the eye. From picturesque landscapes to mountains views and oceans vistas, here are Monte Carlo’s...
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