If you’ve followed my blog even for a moment, then you know I’m all about getting off the beaten track. That’s why I’ve trawled through the data to find the ten most visited cities in Europe – so you can decide for yourself whether to...
Whether you’re taking the Louage, riding the railway, or self-driving, here’s everything you need to know about travelling from Tunis to Sousse. It’s around 140 kilometres from Tunis to Sousse. I’ve made the journey from the Tunisian capital to...
In Beirut, a humble farmer’s market offers a powerful story of hope and perseverance amid the turmoil and corruption of modern Lebanon. By Richard Collett ‘Beirut. The food’s delicious, the people are awesome. It’s a party town. And everything wrong with the...
On the South Devon Coast, a new walking tour reveals a forgotten history of piracy and smuggling in one of England’s most underrated beach towns. Learn about Exmouth’s fascinating past, then embrace the laidback Devon lifestyle with a cold pint and award-winning fish...
In Malaga, thousands of years of Mediterranean history collide in Costa del Sol’s most underrated city break destination. From fermented Phoenician fish sauce (Garum, anyone?) to Moorish castles and Picasso paintings, here’s how to explore Malaga’s history on a...
In Belize, marine charity Fragments of Hope is leading pioneering community conservation efforts to save the Belize Barrier Reef. Here’s how they’re saving corals, and how you can visit the Belize Barrier Reef to see their conservation efforts in person. By...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!