2020-01-01 20:46
Excerpt from the book Julian’s Journeys.
Escape to Great Britain, Spain, and beyond without leaving your house. This is a short, humorous travel guide for independent travellers… Read More
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2019-12-31 23:47
Criss-crossed with picturesque canals, this historic town also offers great art and eating – to a soundtrack of popping prosecco corks Read More
2019-12-31 03:00
I have written seven books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fa… Read More
2019-12-30 22:23
Vintage shops, great bars, buzzing squares and art on tap, there’s a lot more to Cologne than its iconic cathedral and railway bridge Read More
2019-12-30 03:00
I have written seven books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fa… Read More
2019-12-29 23:42
With such a rich cultural and historical heritage, the Austrian capital is a wonder to wander but don’t overlook its diverse neighbourhoods, cuisine and bars Read More
2019-12-29 00:19
St Pauli’s left-wing football, a great brew outdoors and the biggest model railway in the world … there’s plenty to explore in Germany’s bustling second city.
B… Read More
2019-12-28 03:00
I have written seven books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fa… Read More
2019-12-28 01:00
Island-hopping, nightlife, nature reserves, city breaks and walks, plus top places to eat and stay.
Bio: I am a writer. I love writing about the places I have travelled to and providing my t… Read More
2019-12-27 03:00
From a grand-but-affordable Scottish castle to beauty spots in the Azores, our tipsters share their travel highlights
Bio: I am a writer. I love writing about the places I have travelled to… Read More
2019-12-25 15:00
These bracing swims, runs and games, many on Boxing Day or New Year’s Day, are the perfect kick-start after festive indulgences – with live music and fancy dress, too Read More
2019-12-25 03:00
I have written a travel book about nine Greek Islands.
It’s available here – https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00DR300NY
This is a journey through Mykonos, Rhodes, Symi, Patmos, S… Read More
2019-12-21 03:00
I have written seven books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fa… Read More
2019-12-20 03:00
Excerpt from the new book about visiting Poland and The Baltics.
The city of Torun lies on the Vistula River in northern Poland. The Old Town sustained little damage during World War II and… Read More
2019-12-17 03:09
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-16 03:07
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-15 19:09
The reopening of Aberdeen Art Gallery is a good moment to focus on the city’s wider cultural scene, and its great food, drink and shopping Read More
2019-12-14 19:06
Enjoy tea, ghosts and the Shambles from Draper’s Flat, at this stylish property in the medieval heart of the city Read More
2019-12-14 03:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-13 19:04
Going to the Alps by rail is easier with the new Skiing by Train map. And the journey itself is as exciting as being on the pistes Read More
2019-12-12 19:00
Where to stop for pine-needle risotto and iced gingerbread, skate on a picture-postcard lake or relax in thermal spas … Here are 10 favourite wintry escapes Read More
2019-12-12 03:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-11 19:00
Worried about the amount of festive rubbish in your wheelie bin? Take action – and have fun – at one of these sustainable gift and decoration classes Read More
2019-12-10 19:00
Applicants from 95 countries apply for the 100 places on voluntourism weekend to repair visitor facilities on the North Atlantic archipelago Read More
2019-12-10 03:04
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-09 19:00
Cameras mounted on a satellite allow users to take ‘selfies from space’ – on a beach, at a festival or sports event and eventually from anywhere you fancy – if the sk… Read More
2019-12-08 19:00
Buses and trains make it easy to explore the coast and countryside around Weston-super-Mare and Taunton, and the only way to go to indulge in the West Country’s famous cider Read More
2019-12-07 18:55
Thousands of visitors who flock to La Pelosa in Sardinia pose threat to its ecosystem Read More
2019-12-06 19:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-06 18:53
Snuggle up and tuck in at one of these cosy places to stay around the UK that we’ve selected to warm the cockles of your heart Read More
2019-12-05 19:00
The tranquillity of the Landmark Trust’s latest renovation, Winsford Cottage Hospital, has a healing effect Read More
2019-12-05 18:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-04 19:00
NGOs report fourfold increases in investments in carbon-reducing projects in developing countries Read More
2019-12-04 17:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-03 19:00
International Barter Week initiative sees B&B and hotel owners provide accommodation in return for DIY and tech knowhow Read More
2019-12-02 22:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-12-01 21:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. I travel because my own fath… Read More
2019-12-01 19:00
The years leading up to – and just after – the fall of the Berlin Wall are filled with vivid and poignant memories for these locals from both East and West Read More
2019-11-30 22:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-29 19:00
A walk to a remote pre-Christian shrine allows us to reflect on the power of a mythical Highland woman – and how she is the perfect role model for our times Read More
2019-11-28 19:00
With brilliant art, cuisine, river islands and muscadet, the thriving city at the mouth of the Loire is ideal for a short break, and only six hours by rail from London Read More
2019-11-27 19:00
A route through the green hills of Umbria walked 800 years ago by the ‘first environmentalist’ – but swap prayer and poverty for soft pillows and handmade pasta Read More
2019-11-27 18:22
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-27 03:00
Glittering islands, bays and the ancient town of Rovinj combine to offer a perfect late summer holiday Read More
2019-11-25 20:00
The closing of the last three balık ekmek boats on the Golden Horn marks the end of an Istanbul culinary tradition Read More
2019-11-24 20:00
A young and principled population supporting socially aware businesses from food to fashion mean Belgium’s third-largest city is perfect for an eco-friendly break Read More
2019-11-23 20:00
From Orkney to Northumberland, Scilly to Shropshire, these little wonders stand testament to our history of battles, intrigue and folly Read More
2019-11-22 20:00
Series of injuries and deaths prompts closure of 32 glass-bottomed attractions in Hebei Read More
2019-11-21 20:00
The 30th anniversary of the fall of the Wall marks a great chance to see these fascinating, and less-well-known, reminders of a divided city Read More
2019-11-20 21:22
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-20 20:00
Three-year renovation has returned building to its Georgian gothic splendour Read More
2019-11-19 20:00
Wetherspoon Hotels ranked best for first time in survey by consumer group Which? Read More
2019-11-19 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-18 20:00
Generating a thousand waves an hour to suit everyone from beginners to pros, The Wave opened near Bristol in late October Read More
2019-11-17 20:00
Indigenous Australians watch tourists make last climbs after years of asking for closure Read More
2019-11-17 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-16 20:00
Film fans have made major destinations of all sorts of unlikely places, from Hugh Grant’s door in Notting Hill to the delicatessen in which Sally faked a very enthusiastic orgasm Read More
2019-11-15 20:00
There’s a great family trip to be had exploring Edinburgh’s museums, beaches and parks, while an underground tour brings spooky moments, too Read More
2019-11-15 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-14 20:00
Travel guide company says ‘timeless treasures’, seaside and historic buildings put country in second place, behind Bhutan Read More
2019-11-14 08:00
In one of Europe’s greenest cities, visitors stroll pedestrianised streets or hop into electric taxis to discover modernist and medieval architecture, fantastic food and microbreweries Read More
2019-11-13 19:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-13 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-12 20:00
From an art workshop in Tuscany and a sculpture course in Wales to crime writing in the Highlands, we pick our favourite learning retreats Read More
2019-11-11 20:00
The small Alps resort of Champoluc, with its famed off-piste, is set to be linked with mighty, pricey Zermatt. So go now, while it’s relatively untouched Read More
2019-11-11 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-10 20:00
An 800km network across French Flanders is so easy to follow (and ride) you don’t even need a map to find the country’s favourite village, inspiring landscapes and great food Read More
2019-11-09 20:00
A champagne cork’s throw from Dorking – and 40 minutes from London – our wine critic toasts English plonk’s progress at a vineyard that feels like part of the lo… Read More
2019-11-09 04:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-11-08 20:00
Atelier des Lumières opens festival dedicated to graphic and immersive digital design, with surreal and exciting results Read More
2019-11-07 20:00
Campaigns to encourage more sustainable and respectful travel are increasing, though some industry figures doubt their power to effect change Read More
2019-11-06 20:00
These mostly urban design masterpieces contrast or harmonise with traditional surroundings Read More
2019-11-05 20:00
The UK food revolution has bypassed the likes of public transport and motorway service stations. Why must we still suffer like this? Read More
2019-11-04 20:00
Chester’s Roman treasures are just part of a trip (by rail, boat and on foot) exploring the area’s industrial heritage and natural beauty Read More
2019-11-04 15:25
I also take images on my travels and here are some of them:
https://www.alamy.com/portfolio/julianworkerimages Read More
2019-11-03 20:00
Dreaming of a dram? These distilleries offer an insight into one of the world’s great drinks, and are often in stunning locations, too Read More
2019-11-02 18:00
A growing number of operators are offsetting each holiday they sell by funding reforestation and renewable energy schemes Read More
2019-11-01 18:00
From Spain to Greece, these less-obvious ski areas offer great value and a more local feel than the big, busy Alps resorts Read More
2019-10-31 18:00
Announcement comes as parent company commits to net-zero carbon flying by 2050 Read More
2019-10-30 18:00
Away from Paris’s more touristy areas, the Batignolles district in the 17th arrondissement is loved by locals for its bistros, bars, offbeat culture and romantic gardens Read More
2019-10-29 18:00
Rare first edition of 15th century book with illustrations of European and Middle Eastern cities is part of the Inspired by the East exhibition Read More
2019-10-28 18:00
Where hiking can be a slog, cycling offers freedom. Nowhere more so than in the Highlands, where wild camping is legal and bothies abound Read More
2019-10-27 18:00
The mountains of Mourne are now famous for playing Westeros – but it’s also the ideal location for adventurers, with hikes, climbs, kayaking and more Read More
2019-10-26 18:00
It’s the UK’s most popular national park but there are plenty of wild expanses for young families to hike, kayak and climb Read More
2019-10-25 18:00
With inland surfing, ziplining and caving on tap, Snowdonia doesn’t lack thrills, but climbing Snowdon itself is still the pinnacle of excitement Read More
2019-10-24 18:00
Morocco’s Atlas mountains are a short hop from Marrakech – but a world away from frenetic city life Read More
2019-10-23 18:00
A surfing and paddleboarding trip in Northern Ireland Read More
2019-10-22 19:00
I have written six books about the history of places I have travelled to. If you are interested in history and / or travel then you should check out these books. Please bear in mind the book… Read More
2019-10-22 18:00
Travel site’s new guidelines require theme parks and attractions to develop alternative environments for captive cetaceans, such as coastal sanctuaries Read More
2019-10-21 18:00
With ziplines, surfing, mountain-walking, climbing and cycling on tap, there is little risk of getting bored at these hubs for fresh-air excitement Read More
2019-10-20 18:00
Carmona, Écija and Osuna are great places to explore between Spain’s bigger cities and are rich in history and sights – but have fewer crowds Read More
2019-10-19 18:00
Regular volunteering with Wwoof is like being in The Archers … you’re part of a farming community, make new friends – both human and animal – and learn to appreciate… Read More
2019-10-18 18:00
Listen, don’t talk. And remember, the man behind the decks does not take requests. Follow these simple edicts and you’ll thoroughly enjoy this idiosyncratic bar Read More
2019-10-17 18:00
With the opening of an interactive Irish literature museum, Dublin is revelling in its cultural heritage, but the city’s wealth extends to cuisine, antiquity and, of course, pubs Read More
2019-10-16 18:00
The only UK nature reserve where you can stay the night offers wildlife, epic views and gorgeous cabins and cottages dotted around its wild expanses Read More
2019-10-15 18:00
Away from the bustle of the crowds is a far gentler version of Tuscany’s great art and food city. All you need is a bike Read More
2019-10-14 18:00
Wild swimming in a lake, under the stars and dark skies of north Wales, is a bold and bracing escape from light pollution Read More
2019-10-13 18:00
Kingdom eyes holidaymakers as part of plan to diversify economy away from oil Read More
2019-10-12 18:00
Plateforme 10 will unite three of the Swiss city’s museums and, with free entry and a revamped station on the doorstep, is set to be a major European arts hub Read More
2019-10-11 18:00
Patagonia’s dramatic wildernesses are opening up to visitors, but the growth in tourism will be married to conservation and locals’ needs, says the woman behind the project Read More
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