Hidden Gems
Step back in time in medieval Fes
Whilst Marrakech has deservedly soared in popularity over the last decade, attracting tourists in their droves to its colourful souk and vibrant main square, Fes has remained relatively under the radar. Entering through the ornate arched blue gate of Bab … Continue reading
The incredible mosaic map of Madaba
One of the most underrated places in Jordan – and also one of my favourites – is the city of Madaba, about 30km south-west of Jordan’s capital, Amman. Famed for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, Madaba’s real treasure is the … Continue reading
Taking a chance on Bhaktapur
When I’m travelling, I make a point of asking people who have already been there about their opinions on the must-see’s and do’s. I was told about Bhaktapur by a businessman on my flight to Kathmandu. Located about an hour’s … Continue reading
The Long Haired Women of the Longji Terraces, China
The entrance to the Longji Terraces is 77kms from Guilin, it is here that we board a smaller bus to take us up the winding and narrow road up 17km’s to Ping’an. The drive takes our breath away as the … Continue reading
My Yangshuo road-trip
My recent trip to China provided many special memories, one of them being our scooter ride through the countryside and local villages near Yangshuo in the south of China. Our three hour ride cost a mere 50 Yuan (or $8.25 … Continue reading
Off the beaten track in Jordan
We’re always interested in stories that relate to the destinations we visit, even if they’re a little further off the beaten track than what we’re used to. Here are details of some great spots in Jordan that don’t get as … Continue reading
Konya’s Whirling Dervishes
It is pitilessly hot and dusty in summer. Freezing, slushy and cut with cruel, icy winds in winter. It’s inhabitants are clannish and conservative – the women bundled and head-to-toe covered, the men bearded and guarded. So why go to … Continue reading
Cooking up a storm in sunny Goa!
On my recent trip to India, I dropped in to see Judy Cardoza – who runs our cooking school set in a beautiful Portuguese villa, right on the banks of the Mandovi river in central Goa. Before we sat down … Continue reading
Wadi Rum
Image camping under a blanket of stars surrounded by a sea of red sand and silence! Well that’s the Wadi Rum experience and it’s fantastic – well worth spending a night there and thoroughly enjoyable! The region is also home to … Continue reading
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