Where and when: Aberdeen, UK, March 2026 After an excellent breakfast, we left Maryculter House late in the morning and headed back into Aberdeen. As
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A Weekend in Aberdeen – Day 1
Where and when: Aberdeen, UK, March 2026 0800: We arrived in Aberdeen bright and early on a Saturday in Mid-March. Stepping off the train after
Caledonian Sleeper: Birmingham to Aberdeen and Back
Where and when: UK, March 2026 Having travelled on sleeper trains in many parts of the world—including Europe, China, Russia and Egypt—there was one famous
Colombo – Places to Eat and Drink
If you’re looking for somewhere to eat or grab a drink in Colombo, here are a few places I’ve come across during my travels. From
Jaffna Day 3: Exploring the Northwest
Where and When: Jaffna, Sri Lanka, January 2026 It’s the last day of our road trip, but leaving Jaffna is not easy. There’s still so
Jaffna Day 2: Exploring Nagadeepa and Jaffna City
Where and when: Jaffna, Sri Lanka, January 2026 Nagadeepa/Nainathivu Island On our second day in Jaffna, we set off early, heading towards ‘Nagadeepa’ or ‘Nainathivu’—
Jaffna Day 1: A Journey to Sri Lanka’s Northernmost Point and Archaeological Treasures
Where and when: Jaffna, Sri Lanka, January 2026 After a brief one-night stop in Anuradhapura, we are on the road to Jaffna. The journey North
Anuradhapura Ancient City
Where and when: Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, January 2026 Anuradhapura, one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for
Tips for visiting Siri Pada (Adam’s Peak) on the Hatton Route
I recently made the pilgrimage to Siri Pada via the Hatton route, and it was an unforgettable journey. If you’re considering taking the Hatton route
A journey to Siri Pada (Adam’s Peak)
Where and When: Siri Pada, Sri Lanka, 26/27 January 2026 A bit of background… Siri Pada (literal meaning “Sacred Foot”), known in English as Adam’s
An African Adventure: Day 13 – Return to Victoria Falls
Where and when: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, September 2025 Back to Zimbabwe 0720: We leave the TLou Lodge hotel shortly after breakfast. By 07:30, we’re crossing
An African Adventure: Day 12 – Chobe National Park
Where and when: Chobe National Park, Botswana, September 2025 Sunrise Safari at Chobe National Park 0545: It’s an early start, still dark as we leave
An African Adventure: Day 11 – Exit Nambia and Re-enter Botswana
Where and when: Caprivi Strip, Namibia and Chobe National Park, Botswana, September 2025 On the Caprivi Strip 0700: We leave the hotel just after sunrise,
An African Adventure: Day 10 – Exit Botswana, Enter Namibia
Where and when: Caprivi Strip, Namibia, September 2025 On the way to Namibia 0830: Time to wave goodbye to Nguma Island Lodge after two peaceful
Diary of a Tourist 