The best things to do in Phrae, Thailand

Discover how this overlooked region brims with culture and creativity.

New Travel Writer of the Year – what are the judges looking for?

The best writers grab your attention so subtly that you are beguiled without being aware of it.

Who would write a travel guidebook in a pandemic? Lockdown in Tunisia

For Oscar Scafidi, the Bradt Guide to Tunisia has been no easy feat.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books with otherworldly settings

Travel-writing trainer Jonathan Lorie recommends the titles on his bookshelf which transport readers to unfamiliar lands, and advises how the aspiring travel writer can do the same.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books that set a mood

Jonathan Lorie hand-picks titles that vividly imagine the atmosphere of a destination.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books you won’t believe

Jonathan Lorie continues with his delve into the classic travel books on his shelf.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books that are relatable

Jonathan Lorie picks those classic travel books that are full of relatable tales.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books with great plots

Travel-writing expert Jonathan Lorie shares some more of his favourite travel books.

Spirit level: my first SUP yoga experience

Elizabeth Gowing tells her story of trying to keep dry on a tiny piece of Styrofoam mat in the middle of a lake in Nottingham.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books about yourself

Jonathan Lorie shares some of his favourite travel literature from his very own bookshelf.

García Márquez, The Liberator and me: a journey to Mompox

Ben Box travels around Colombia to explore the impact of the landscape on García Márquez’s works and relationships

The Dodecanese dream: Q&A with Jennifer Barclay

Jennifer Barclay discusses the inspiration for her new book and why she moved to the Greek island of Tilos.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books about people

Jonathan Lorie introduces some of the classic travel books on his shelf.

The joys (sometimes) of isolation: the deserted places of the Dodecanese

Jennifer Barclay reflects upon life in this remote Greek archipelago.

The Travel Writer’s Bookshelf: books about place

Jonathan Lorie shares some of his favourite travel literature from his very own bookshelf.