York WA is one of the most historic cities in Western Australia, but it’s an often overlooked destination on the tourist trail, perhaps because there are no beaches and no iconic natural attractions, like in the better-known destinations along the coast of the state....
It’s 11 am at the Dezerter Bazaar in Tbilisi, and Tina, a local spice vendor, pulls out a plastic bottle filled with a suspiciously clear liquid that she’s been hiding behind the counter. I know what’s coming, and as she twists off the top I can already smell the...
No, you’re not in Scandinavia, you’re on the south-west coast of Australia, in Denmark WA, a seaside town that not too many tourists know about, but a destination that’s home to some of the best beaches and biggest forests in the region. It might be small and almost...
Albany is the oldest city in Western Australia, and easily the most historic destination in the state. Located along the south-west coast, just 400 kilometres from Perth – which for Australia, is just down the road! – Albany dates back to 1826, and has...
Located on the north-west coast of Western Australia, Exmouth is where the reef meets the range. There are a lot of great things to do in Exmouth WA because this is where you’ll find the Ningaloo Reef – one of the largest fringing reefs in the world – and...
It’s a long way from Perth to Exmouth, but this small town at the far north-western tip of Western Australia is a place that’s packed with outdoor adventure and unbelievable natural scenes. Little known outside of the state, Exmouth WA is found on the coast of the...
Perth to Esperance is a long journey, but it’s by no means the longest journey you could make in the vast, empty expanse that is Western Australia. Esperance, in the south-west of the WA, is a remote holiday town that’s home to some of the best beaches in...
It’s a long way from anywhere, but there are a lot of things to do in Esperance. This coastal town on the southern coast of Western Australia is well worth the long drive if you are looking for white-sand beaches, kangaroos and lots of wilderness, and it’s easily one...
Kathmandu is the chaotic, colourful, and captivating capital of Nepal. It’s a city that sweeps you in with its sights, sounds and smells. It’s a city where around every corner, something interesting, intriguing or downright irreverent is happening. There are a...
Geraldton WA is the third-largest city in the state, and it’s a laid back Western Australian coastal city that has excellent weather all year round, dramatic coastline and sandy beaches. The coastal vibes in Geraldton are big, and you can stroll along the waterfront,...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
