The best places to see lemurs in Madagascar

Lemurs are the poster children of Madagascar – here is a list of the best places to see them.

The Kyrgyzstan…Kiss?

A gentle bite was not what I expected, but that’s what I got.

Virtual safaris and Belarusian football

The Bradt guide to lockdown

A potted history of Bradt, Part One

How did a young adventurer happen to found what would become the world’s leading independent guidebook publisher?

Getting outdoors in Exmoor

A melting pot of landscapes and history, Exmoor is ripe for outdoor exploration. 

A booze embargo and virtual marathons

Author of multiple Bradt guides over the years shares his experiences of lockdown in South Africa

The best hidden picnic spots on Exmoor

Whether you are looking for a bench with a view or a grassy meadow with a stream, you can find it on Exmoor.

Why we mustn’t end our love affair with guidebooks!

During the current lockdown, a guidebook falls well down the list of priorities. But, when all is said and done, what value do travel…

5 days out in the Cotswolds

Cotswolds local Caroline Mills shares her favourite day trips in her home region.

Once more with feeling: Kazakhstan

Lately I’ve been magically transporting myself back to my favourite countries.

Exploring the great outdoors in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

There’s hardly a better way to experience Cornwall’s wild spaces than on foot, by bike or on horseback.

The Light Fantastic

A major hazard in a travel writer’s life, as I have mentioned before, is the inescapable local ‘folkloric’ performance.

Bluebells in East Devon

Who can resist a lush carpet of bluebells? Here’s where to find them in East Devon.

6 days out along the Dorset coast

From fossil hunting to fantastic walking trails, the Dorset coast has something for everyone. 

The best churches in North Devon and Exmoor

Adding to their other treasures, North Devon and Exmoor boast some exquisite churches.