From Latvia and Lithuania to Serbia and Montenegro, discover how many countries there are in Eastern Europe and why the region’s boundaries are so difficult to define. The map of Eastern Europe has changed considerably, even in the last few decades. Not only is...
From the claustrophobic streets of the Casbah of Algiers to the ancient bridges of Constantine; here are the best historical places to visit in Algeria! Home to Berber ruins and Roman remnants, Algeria’s long history stretches far back to ancient times. For much...
From the ancient walls of Byzantium to the Ottoman designs of Topkapi Palace, here are the the best historic places to visit in Istanbul! ‘If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.’ Alphonse de Lamartine, 18th century...
From the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean to the snowy plains of Anatolia, Turkey is packed with ancient ruins and historical sites to visit. Here are the best! Turkey’s landscapes are potted with ancient ruins. From early Neolithic societies right...
With continent spanning borders and a history straddling cultural boundaries, Turkey is a transcontinental nation. Is Turkey in Europe or Asia? Here’s everything you need to know. ‘Turkey is a European country, an Asian country, a Middle Eastern country, a...
In Istanbul, the city’s food scene tells hidden stories of exile. Here’s what I discovered on a refugee-led culinary tour of the Turkish metropolis. By Richard Collett “Culture is mix. Culture means a mix of things from other sources. And my town, Istanbul, was this...
From the white sand shores of the Philippines to the icy landscapes of Svalbard, here are 10 island destinations offering an adventurous travel experience. I love travelling off the beaten track, and for me, the pull of a remote island destination has a certain...
From visiting Atatürk’s mausoleum to exploring ancient history at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, here are the best things to do in Ankara. If I had a Turkish Lira for every time I’ve heard someone – be they travellers, fellow travel writers...
From cheese museums and Russian architecture to the ruins of an ancient Armenian kingdom; here are the best things to do in Kars! Ride the Eastern Express across the Anatolian plains, and you’ll find yourself in the little-visited city of Kars. This is...
From Byzantine citadels and Seljuk madrasas to mountain ski slopes and the epic Eastern Express; here are the best things to do in Erzurum, Turkey. The snow was ankle deep on the platform when the Eastern Express pulled into Erzurum. At a lofty altitude of 1890...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
