The ghost of Moreton Corbet Castle

To this day, the ghost of Paul Holymard is said to still stalk to ruined walls of Moreton Corbet Castle.

A different kind of road trip in California

It’s time to find the pleasure in sustainable travel

The unique history of Shrewsbury Abbey

Dating from the 11th century, Shrewsbury Abbey has a fascinating past.

The best things to do with kids in Kissimmee

Planning a family trip to Florida but unsure where to start? Grab your luggage and travel along as we uncover the best things to do with…

The gingerbread houses of Port-au-Prince

With their steep metal roofs, wide balconies and fine latticework, Haiti’s gingerbread houses are hard to miss.

The curious story behind the Shropshire fidget pie

The delicious fidget pie, filled with gammon, onion and cider, has experienced a revival in recent years.

A short history of Shropshire’s Wem ghost

After a fire destroyed Wem Town Hall, hundreds flocked to the town to witness its ghost.

What you need to know about arts and crafts in Haiti

Seven arts and crafts to keep your eye out for in Haiti.

The civil rights sites in Alabama you need to know

Civil Rights sites in Alabama bring history to life, marking the places where the fight for justice changed a nation. From Montgomery to Selma,…

Why Greece? An interview with Andrew Bostock

In this interview with Andrew Bostock – the author of our guide to the Peloponnese – we discover what made him fall in love…

How to learn a language before you travel

Learning a new language can feel like standing at the base of a mountain, gazing at a peak you’re not quite sure you can…

What you need to know about wild swimming in Sweden

Fancy a dip?

New Travel Writer of the Year 2025: Winning and Shortlisted Entries

We’re thrilled to announce the winning entry in our 2025 New Travel Writer of the Year competition.  You can also read the shortlisted entries…

New Travel Writer of the Year 2025: Finalists

The following four stories are the winning and shortlisted entries in our 2025 New Travel Writer of the Year Competition. You can find the…

New Travel Writer of the Year 2025: Highly Commended

The winner will be announced on March 5th 2025.