Is Serbia a country? What happened to Yugoslavia? Is Kosovo part of Serbia? Here’s everything you need to know about Serbia’s sovereign status. When I first visited Serbia back in 2015, I remember an older relative asking me if Serbia was still part of...
Is East Timor a country? When did East Timor become independent from Portugal? How long did the Indonesian occupation of East Timor last? Here’s everything you need to know about East Timor’s geopolitical status. In Dili, there’s a moving museum that...
How many countries are in Central America? How is Central America defined? How many countries in Central America speak Spanish? Here’s everything you need to know! When I first visited Central America, I remember being distinctly underwhelmed as I crossed the...
Is Mexico a country? When did Mexico become independent? Is Mexico in North America? Here’s everything you need to know about Mexico’s geopolitical status. Officially known as the United Mexican States, Mexico is without a doubt a sovereign nation. Flanked...
Is Guatemala a country? When did Guatemala become independent? What languages are spoken in Guatemala? Here’s everything you need to know about this Central American nation. Is Guatemala a country? This seemingly straightforward question opens the door to an...
Is El Salvador a country? This might be the smallest state by area in Central America, but it’s very much a sovereign country. From government to population, here’s everything you need to know about El Salvador. Is El Salvador a country? This question...
Is Belize a country? What was British Honduras? Where even is Belize? And what’s the deal with the border dispute with Guatemala? Here’s everything you need to know. Despite its relatively small size and somewhat ambiguous geographical positioning, Belize...
From Byzantine castles and historic harbours to epic hiking trails and delectable cuisine; here are the best things to do in Kyrenia (Girne), in Northern Cyprus. With its ancient harbour, formidable castles and a backdrop of craggy mountains, Kyrenia (or Girne) is the...
Read on to find out exactly how to cross the Turkish border and travel from Sarpi to Batumi, Georgia! And don’t worry, travelling from Turkey to Georgia is easy! As far as international border crossings go, Sarpi is a strange one. The Georgians have...
“There is a forgotten, nay almost forbidden word, which means more to me than any other. That word is England”. Winston Churchill. Is England a country? Is England a sovereign nation? Could England ever become independent? Here’s everything you need...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
