It’s not often I am blown away by a place, but as we sailed around a mountainous headland and the thatched roof of the longhouse of Greystoke Mahale came into view, the sight before me was even more beautiful than I’d ever imaged.
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Discovering Colombia's Charms
Tell people you are off to Colombia and the first words uttered are usually: “Is it safe?” and “Narcos”. And to be honest, Colombia has had its fair share of bad press given that for decades the country was torn apart by a drugs war and conflicts with leftist groups. But thanks to its wonderful and passionate people and the sheer force of the collective, this vibrant country has undergone a complete makeover and is definitely in the midst of a new era in its history.
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Blissed Out on Benguerra Island
I couldn’t remember the last time I walked on a beach where the sand really did squeak under my feet. But that was an everyday occurrence during my blissful week on the tropical paradise of Benguerra Island.
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An Indian Odyssey - The Ruins of Hampi
I lost my heart to India aged 21 on the start of a year long trip around the world. 30 years on I have travelled through the vast and amazing country many times. But it wasn’t until recently that I finally got a chance to visit Hampi in the country’s deep south
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