Is Georgia a country? Is Georgia in the Caucasus? How many breakaway territories are there in Georgia? Here’s everything you need to know about Georgia and its geopolitics before you travel! Mention ‘Georgia’ and it’s not uncommon for people to...
Is Abkhazia a country? Is Abkhazia in Georgia? Do any countries recognise Abkhazia as an independent nation? Here’s everything you need to know. Navigating the labyrinth of geopolitics in the Caucasus region can often leave even the most astute observers...
The Ledra Street Border Crossing in Cyprus slices straight through the middle of the road. The crossing point cuts one of the island’s busiest shopping streets in two. It’s unnatural. It’s a divide that has split the Turkish Cypriot community from...
Why is Cyprus divided? From the Mediterranean island’s ancient origins to the 1974 Turkish invasion and occupation, here’s everything you need to know about the divides between north and south. In the early morning hours of July 15, 1974, the island of...
From climbing Othello’s Castle to visiting the abandoned ghost resorts of Varosha; here are the best things to do in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus. Located on the northeastern coast of Cyprus, Famagusta stands as a striking reminder of the Mediterranean...
The Cypriot holiday resort of Famagusta, abandoned when the Turkish army invaded the island in 1974, is a war-torn ghost town on the golden sands of Northern Cyprus. Here’s how to explore the Varosha ruins. I set foot on the beach and was instantly dazzled by...
From exploring the dark depths of the Mdina dungeons to visiting Game of Thrones filming locations; here are the best things to do in Mdina, Malta. Located on a central plateau in the middle of Malta, Mdina has silently observed the passing of history for millennia....
In Northern Cyprus, the ancient ruins of Salamis, once a thriving port city dating back to 1100 BC, is one of the island’s most impressive archaeological sites. I went to explore. The beach was golden and the seas were blue as I walked along Northern...
From the golden interiors of St John’s Co-cathedral to the historic halls of the Grand Master’s Palace, here are the best things to do in Valletta, Malta’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed capital city. “This is one of the largest, deepest harbours...
Where is Belize? Which countries does Belize share borders with? Is there really a land dispute with Guatemala? Here’s everything you need to know about Belize’s geography and location within Central America. Located in Central America, Belize is a small...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
