Chisinau, the unsung capital of Moldova, is a country I’ve been itching to return to after I first made this guide way back in 2015. With budget flights now connecting Chisinau to London, I finally had the opportunity to return in March 2026. Much has changed in the...
Is Transnistria a country? What’s it like to visit Transnistria? Where even is Transnistria? In this article, we answer all your burning questions about this little-known Breakaway Territory between Ukraine and Moldova. Navigating the complex geopolitics of...
Transnistria. The perfect location for a get away holiday. Far from the madding crowds, really far from anywhere at all in fact. There’s beaches, cognac and KGB agents. The breakaway republic truly is a destination like no other. Read on if you too want the...
I can’t think of a great many better places to spend a few relaxing days on holiday than the heavily armed breakaway Republic of Transnistria. This is a country which doesn’t, technically, even exist. This unrecognised recognised nation is lost...
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I'm Richard. Penguin author. World traveller. History lover. Border nerd and travel journalist.
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
