Women in Travel: Interview with Jane Wilson-Howarth

We spoke to our resident medical expert Dr Jane Wilson-Howarth about her experience as a woman in travel. 

Ræst: what it is and why you should try it in the Faroe Islands

Our friends at KOKS Restaurant tell the story behind ræst, one of the most misunderstood aspects of Faroese culture.

Big Cat Festival: Meet the Speakers – John Rendall and Derek Cattani

2018 saw the publication of John Rendall and Derek Cattani’s Christian the Lion: The Illustrated Legacy. At this years Big Cat Festival they’ll be talking to Adrian Phillips about Christian’s story, and will introduce us to some of the never before seen photos available in the book.

What is giros? The story behind the snack in Greece

According to Andrew Bostock, Giros pita are the finest fast food in the world.

Getting off the beaten track in the Peloponnese

Our guide to the best places to visit if you want to get off the tourist trail and discover the real the Peloponnese.

The quest to find the perfect yurt in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, the yurt is a pivotal part of both the nation’s past and present.

The mystery behing eagle hunting in Kyrgyzstan

A tradition which goes back hundreds of years, eagle hunting is a dying practice of Kyrgyz life.

The strange tale of the Shaitan Mazar UFO

Lawrence Mitchell investigates one of the country’s strangest encounters.

The legend of the horned barber in Kyrgyzstan

Author Laurence Mitchell recounts the mythical tales of this mammoth alpine lake.

The best churches in Malta and Gozo

Anyone interested in churches is spoilt for choice in Malta and Gozo.

The secret life of Exmoor ponies

Victoria Everleigh finds out more about these natives of the moors.

Festa

Juliet Rix discusses the iconic festa – the high point of the Maltese community year.

The Lost Kingdom of Navarre

Once a proud European kingdom and a former haunt of Hemingway, Navarre still has plenty to offer curious visitors.

The Basque Country: a gastronomic guide

From traditional tapas to world-class wines, the Basque Country is a region bursting with gastronomic delights. 

A guide to skiing in Almaty

Looking for an off-the-beaten-track ski holiday? Then this Kazakh resort is for you.