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...
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...
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...
What is the United Kingdom? How many countries are in the UK? What’s the difference between the UK and Great Britain? Here’s everything you need to know! The United Kingdom is a uniquely complex construction of different ‘counties’ that all...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
