From garish golden statues to the awe inspiring scenery of Matka Canyon, here are the best things to do in Skopje, North Macedonia. If you know me then you know how much I love an emerging destination. With Europe’s more traditional destinations becoming ever...
From the Gould Souk of Manama to the ancient Dilmun Burial Mounds, here are the best places to visit in Bahrain! “The land is silver and the sea is pearl.” Captain Durand; Extracts from Report on the Islands and Antiquities of Bahrain. Published 1880. Old...
Where are the Baltics? How many countries are in the Baltics? And why are they so geopolitically important? Here’s everything you need to know! The Baltics is a distinct region in Northern Europe that’s home to three sovereign nations: Estonia, Latvia and...
The Scandinavian Peninsula comprises the three countries of Denmark, Norway and Sweden; here’s everything you need to know. Scandinavia, a name that evokes images of rugged landscapes and Viking heritage, is a region located in Northern Europe. But how many...
What are the Nordics? How many Nordic nations are there? From Denmark and Finland to Norway, Iceland and Sweden, here’s everything you need to know. The Nordic nations comprise the sovereign countries of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, along with...
From Latvia and Lithuania to Norway and Iceland, there are ten sovereign nations in Northern Europe. Here’s everything you need to know. The United Kingdom crosses European boundaries. Stretching into the frigid waters of the North Sea, my home country is a firm...
From Germany and Poland to Austria and Hungary, discover how many countries there are in Central Europe. Here’s everything you need to know. If you’ve been reading my latest series on Europe’s different regions, then you’ll already understand...
Discover how to travel more and spend less, as I explain how split ticketing works. Keep reading, to find out more. Planning your long trips is always a mix of anticipation and anxiety. The excitement of discovering new locales and immersing yourself in diverse...
From the Balkans to the Mediterranean, discover how many countries are in Southern Europe. Here’s everything you need to know. Southern Europe encompasses 17 countries — Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Kosovo, Malta,...
From Austria and Belgium to France and Monaco, discover how many countries there are in Western Europe. Here’s everything you need to know. The boundaries of Western Europe are annoyingly difficult to define. I’m from the United Kingdom, and I’ve...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
