From beautiful beaches to sacred Hindu temples perched atop cliffs, discover the best things to do in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka’s up-and-coming port city. Just 20 years ago, Trincomalee was effectively a no-go zone. As the Sri Lankan Civil War raged around this...
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...
Travelling from Perth to Adelaide is one of the most epic road trips you undertake in Australia, but it’s also one of the longest. Covering a vast distance ranging from a minimum of 2700 kilometres if you take the quickest route, through to an even longer 3500...
It’s a long way from anywhere, but there are a lot of things to do in Esperance. This coastal town on the southern coast of Western Australia is well worth the long drive if you are looking for white-sand beaches, kangaroos and lots of wilderness, and it’s easily one...
Kathmandu is the chaotic, colourful, and captivating capital of Nepal. It’s a city that sweeps you in with its sights, sounds and smells. It’s a city where around every corner, something interesting, intriguing or downright irreverent is happening. There are a...
Geraldton WA is the third-largest city in the state, and it’s a laid back Western Australian coastal city that has excellent weather all year round, dramatic coastline and sandy beaches. The coastal vibes in Geraldton are big, and you can stroll along the waterfront,...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!