The Secret Behind The Red Tsingy in Madagascar
It snaked towards us slowly. A scarlet, silted, rust-red, blood-red, iron-tinged flow. The water seeped around the edges of my boots, my footprints swallowed up within seconds.
It visibly stained my soles.
Up ahead, I saw two men walking, the two men who were travelling with me. But no other soul was there.
Here’s Why The Floating Vung Vieng Fishing Village in Halong Bay is Special
Vung Vieng fishing village floats on Halong Bay, intriguing visitors with its self-sustaining way of life. But there’s more to the story than that…
What’s New in Ancient Egypt? A Journey Back After Twenty Years
More than four thousand years may have passed since the pyramids were built. But that’s not to say there’s nothing new in ancient Egypt.
The Madaba Mosaics Jordan – Making the Broken Beautiful Again
Madaba is famous for its mosaics. Or, rather, the Madaba mosaics are famous.
This small town in Jordan, nineteen miles southwest of Amman and on the Kings Highway, smells of cardamom, rosewater and ancient sighs. It earns its place on the map of the world today with a map of the world from yesterday: one of the oldest maps of the Holy Land, built out of two million pieces and embedded in the floor of the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church.
Why You Need to Drive The Great River Road, Louisiana, USA
A drive from New Orleans along the Great River Road in Louisiana left me with three distinct images and a haunting river of thought.
Dust in Red Still Stains My Shoes: A Poem About South Africa
Dust in red still stains my shoes,
And drumbeats soothe my sleepless senses,
What is Alabama Known for? 38 Interesting and Fun Facts about Alabama
What is Alabama known for? Well, that depends on who you ask. Push aside any stereotypes and consider these interesting facts about Alabama.
What The Meeting of the Waters Means in Brazil And Why you Should Visit
Some say it’s a sixth sense to know when someone’s broken into your room. Cold prickles on the neck. A shadowy presence in the corner.
Well, that wasn’t the case for me. The first five were enough.
What Is France Famous For and Why Should You Care?
From Paris to Provence, here’s how to answer the question: what is France famous for?
Interesting and Fun Facts About Sweden
Looking for some interesting and fun facts about Sweden? Move beyond Abba and the Northern Lights and uncover the bizarre, the unique and the fascinating features of this Nordic nation.
What is Japan Famous For?
Like a chilled glass of shochu on the rocks, we’ve distilled down the highlights of Japan.
21 Reasons to Visit the Cloud Forests in Ecuador
Here’s an inside guide on how to visit the dreamy Ecuador cloud forests – and why you should.
What is London Famous For? 50 Reasons to Visit England’s Capital
What is London famous for? Pull up a seat and get comfy as we have a lot to cover.
How to Pronounce Seville the Right Way
An inside look at the thorny question: just how are you supposed to pronounce the word Seville?
The People Who Are Older Than The Bible: Kakadu, Australia
Exploring the land, life and love of the world’s oldest civilisation in northern Australia.
What a Hot Air Balloon Ride is Really Like
A number of things are wrong. To begin with, I’m standing in a field surrounded by darkness, my mind pulling the duvet covers back over its head and mumbling into its pillow. Second, I’m…
The Secrets Behind the Colourful Houses of Bo Kaap in Cape Town
With its colourful houses and Cape Malay cuisine, Bo Kaap is the pretty face of an ugly history. Here’s what to do in Bo Kaap.
How Hygge from Copenhagen will Make You Feel Better
What is hygge? Come and explore the meaning of hygge in Copenhagen and find ways to bring it home. You’ll be surprised.
The Mystery of the Al Wadi Nature Reserve in the Arabian Desert
Across the sand, something is moving. Slowly. Stuttering. But real.
An oryx, I think, white flanks caked in dust, horns piercing the air. It’s almost as though she’s following the sun, appearing with its quiet, dawn-like shift across the dunes.
It’s early, but as a new mum, I’m used to early.
I’m not that used to quiet.
39 Interesting Facts About France
From gastronomy to geese to good old-fashioned guillotines, I love delving into my archive of interesting facts about France.
What You Need to Know about the Ravenna Mosaics in Italy
Dazzling rather than drab and steeped in salacious history, the mosaics in Ravenna are some of the best mosaics in the world.
What’s the difference between a swamp and a bayou? And why it matters in New Orleans
Searching for the best swamp tours in New Orleans? You’ve come to the right place! As a travel writer, I’ve reviewed plenty, so here are my top tips.
The Real Pride Rock in Kenya: How You Can Visit
Is there a real life Pride Rock? You bet there is. Head on safari in Kenya to catch up with the real Simba and Scar.
What is the Nickname for New Orleans?
Starting with the Big Easy, let’s explore all those smashing New Orleans nicknames.
