Travel Stories

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the Road.

Why Uganda Should Be on Every Traveller's Bucket List

From mountain gorillas to the source of the Nile, Uganda is Africa's best-kept secret — and I'm here to tell you why it won't stay that way for long. I've visited more times than I can count, and it never gets old.

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Overwater Bungalows & Beyond: The Real Tahiti

Yes, the bungalows are breathtaking. But Tahiti's real magic lies in its people, its food, and the raw beauty of its volcanic interior. Here's what the brochures don't tell you.

What to Do If Your Passport Is Stolen Abroad

Travel Tips

January 2026

What to Do If Your Passport Is Stolen Abroad

It happened to one of my travellers in Paris. Here's exactly what we did — step by step — to get him a new passport and home safely. This is the story I tell everyone before they travel.

Angkor Wat at Sunrise: Everything You Need to Know

Cambodia & Vietnam

December 2025

Angkor Wat at Sunrise: Everything You Need to Know

There is a reason Angkor Wat is on every photographer's wish list. But getting there at the right time, in the right way, makes all the difference. Here's my guide.

What It's Really Like to Host a Small Group Journey

Behind the Scenes

November 2025

What It's Really Like to Host a Small Group Journey

People often ask me what it's like to lead a group of strangers across the world. The honest answer? It's one of the most rewarding things I've ever done. Here's a peek behind the curtain.

Why I Wrote a Children's Book About a Baby Gorilla

Conservation

October 2025

Why I Wrote a Children's Book About a Baby Gorilla

Neru came to me after a deeply moving visit to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. I wanted children to understand why protecting these forests matters — before they're old enough to visit themselves.