On the road in Uzbekistan

Join the author of our Uzbekistan guidebook as she shares pictures from the beautiful Asian country.

On the road in Bratislava

Lucy Mallows, author of our Bratislava city guide, took over our Instagram account to show how she would recommend spending a day in the Slovakian capital. 

Kassena code

The houses of the Kassena are a unique marvel.

The end of an era

Laurence Phillips bids farewell to two Lillois dining institutions.

Reptiles and amphibians

No class of animals evokes more trepidation than snakes, lizards and their compadres.

My perfect day in Bratislava

Our author’s whistle-stop tour of favourite sights in the Slovakian capital.

On the road in Ghana

Sean Connolly, author of our Senegal guidebook, has just returned from a research trip to Ghana (for the new 7th edition out later this year) and he took over our Instagram feed to show off some of his photos. 

Feathered friends

Birds form the backdrop to your summer of wildlife, and regularly take centre stage as well.

Budapest – for ruin pubs, river cruises and Roman baths

Here’s how to make the most of the Hungarian capital in a weekend. 

Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail, 1969–73

Machu Picchu had been Hilary Bradt’s goal ever since seeing a black-and-white photo of the ruins, swathed in cloud. 

Interview with Ash Dykes

We chat to Ash Dykes, the explorer and expeditioner who has recently become the first man to walk the length of Madagascar. He tells us about how he prepares for his trips, why he chose Madagascar and how not knowing Malagasy saved the life of his guide. 

The Peloponnese: Greece’s hidden gem

Leading tour operator Sunvil reveal the Peloponnese, Greece’s hidden gem.

Interview with Andy Bostock

To celebrate the release of the new edition of our Greece: The Peloponnese guidebook, we chat to author Andy Bostock about he first stumbled on the peninsula and his tips for those visiting. 

Haddon Hall Chapel and the three skeletons

Haddon Hall guide Gill Shimwell tells the story of the chapel’s three skeletons.

Circular walk from Grindleford to Hathersage

Helen Moat takes us on a sylvan and tranquil route along the River Derwent.