Sorry where? I hear you say. Kunming, China. Why would anyone want to go there? Ok now you sound like […]
Travel to Bhutan – the practical information
On my recent trip to Bhutan, I felt like I’d happened across the lost land of Shangri-La. It’s stunningly beautiful, […]
Guide to the Tibet-Qinghai Railway
There’s a lot of buzz right now about China’s brand-new railway from Lhasa to Xining, the new Tibet–Qinghai railway which […]
The Ultimate Bali Guide
Yes, I’ve travelled the world. I love travelling, but I see travelling as different to taking a holiday. Travelling is […]
Travel Safety
It’s a huge broad question, isn’t it? How can I stay safe while I am travelling. It’s a question I […]
Climbing Mt Ijen
There are a lot of stories out there about climbing Mt Ijen in Indonesia and a lot of misconceptions both […]
Chinese Silk Road Towns
There are many stops along the way on the paths of the Silk Road in China, these are the ones […]
About Chinese Trains
Trying to catch a train in China can be a somewhat daunting experience, from the preparation, to getting a ticket […]
Eating safe on the Silk Road Journey
While you shouldn’t let your dietary needs dissuade you from taking this incredible journey, I’m not going to sit here […]
The Antarctic Convergence – Over Again
18th January 2019 A blur. That’s the only way to describe the last two days. After leaving the South Shetland […]