Is Georgia a country? Is Georgia in the Caucasus? How many breakaway territories are there in Georgia? Here’s everything you need to know about Georgia and its geopolitics before you travel! Mention ‘Georgia’ and it’s not uncommon for people to...
Is Abkhazia a country? Is Abkhazia in Georgia? Do any countries recognise Abkhazia as an independent nation? Here’s everything you need to know. Navigating the labyrinth of geopolitics in the Caucasus region can often leave even the most astute observers...
Why is Cyprus divided? From the Mediterranean island’s ancient origins to the 1974 Turkish invasion and occupation, here’s everything you need to know about the divides between north and south. In the early morning hours of July 15, 1974, the island of...
How many states in Mexico? Is Mexico City a state? What type of government does Mexico have? Here’s everything you need to know about Mexico’s federal system. Mexico, or as it’s officially named, the ‘United Mexican States’, stretches...
Is Lebanon a country? Where exactly is Lebanon located? What type of government do they have? Here’s everything you need to know. “You weren’t afraid to come to Lebanon?”, asked Aline Bou Abdallah, my tour guide to Tripoli and Qadisha Valley,...
Along the Borders chronicles my multi-year journey along Britain's borders, boundaries and frontiers. Published by Penguin Random House, and available now!
