I was surprised to find Pizza Hut and KFC in Baghdad, Iraq. I tried both, to see which fast food treats they had to offer! There are almost 20,000 pizza huts in 105 countries, and a staggering 30,000 KFCs located in 145 countries worldwide. Given the vast...
From exploring the scenic shores of Lake Van to gorging on the city’s famous breakfast, here are the best things to do in Van, Turkey. Van is a little-visited city on the eastern edge of Turkey. Overlooking the scenic shores of Lake Van (the largest freshwater...
From late nights in Vegas to the shores of Lake Tahoe, here are the best historic casinos to visit in the USA. The history of humans and gambling is compelling. The Mesopotamians invented dice games millennia ago, the Chinese were playing cards centuries back and the...
In Senegal, a cultural ethos of community, respect and hospitality known as ‘Teranga’ is inspiring a new wave of community-led conservation in the Saloum Delta. “Tres jolie!” Ismail Adiame said happily as he piloted the long wooden Pirogue along the...
In Belize, new cultural initiatives are helping tourists to connect with the country’s Garifuna past, while also helping the Garifuna to preserve their history. By Richard Collett ‘But it was not quite the end. Dumped on a distant shore, the few hardy...
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...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
