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In Pictures: The Landscapes and Locals of Langtang Valley

In Pictures: The Landscapes and Locals of Langtang Valley

by Richard Collett | Jul 3, 2019 | PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

The Langtang Valley lies to the north of Khatmandu, cutting through the Himalayas as it runs alongside the long and formidable border with Tibet.  The valley rises from the lowlands and high into the mountains, passing between peaks that rise to over 7000 metres...
Volcanoes, Lakes and Colonial Cities in Guatemala

Volcanoes, Lakes and Colonial Cities in Guatemala

by Richard Collett | Feb 26, 2019 | Guatemala, PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

It’s been a long and bumpy ride from Mexico to Guatemala, the second country on my tour around Central America. From the mountains and guerilla strongholds of Chiapas State, I headed down south to the volcanic surroundings of Lake Atitlan, one of the most supreme...
Photos From the Road: The Mayan Ruins of Mexico

Photos From the Road: The Mayan Ruins of Mexico

by Richard Collett | Feb 3, 2019 | Mexico, PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

Ahh, Mexico. The promised land of tacos, cold corona and endlessly colourful towns and cities. I’ve been exploring southern Mexico for the past few weeks, enjoying the diversity, the colonial Spanish architecture and the indigenous traditions and history, and before I...
Photos From The Road: The Eagle Hunters of Kyrgyzstan

Photos From The Road: The Eagle Hunters of Kyrgyzstan

by Richard Collett | Jan 24, 2019 | Kyrgyzstan, PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

On the rocky southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake, when I was travelling through Kyrgyzstan, I met with members of the Salburuun Federation, a group of locals who are attempting to preserve their unique nomadic culture in the face of modernity. Otherwise known as the...
Volcanoes and Tropical Islands: Drone Pictures From Bicol in the Philippines

Volcanoes and Tropical Islands: Drone Pictures From Bicol in the Philippines

by Richard Collett | Dec 3, 2018 | Philippines, PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

Volcanoes and Tropical Islands: Drone Pictures From Bicol in the Philippines Bicol is one of the Philippines’ most diverse destinations. The southern portion of the nation’s largest island of Luzon is surrounded by spectacular beaches, tropical islets and...
In Pictures: The Landscapes and Locals of Issyk Kul Lake

In Pictures: The Landscapes and Locals of Issyk Kul Lake

by Richard Collett | Sep 21, 2018 | Kyrgyzstan, PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

In Pictures: The Landscapes and Locals of Issyk Kul Lake Issyk Kul Lake is the second largest, high altitude lake in the world. Found at a height of over 1600 metres, this is a destination that’s surrounded by alpine-esque mountains and snow-capped peaks that...
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