Mark Bibby Jackson

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Mark Bibby Jackson

Before setting up Travel Begins at 40, Mark was the publisher of AsiaLIFE Cambodia and a freelance travel writer. When he is not packing and unpacking his travelling bag, Mark writes novels, including To Cook A Spider and Peppered Justice. He loves walking, eating, tasting beer, isolation and arthouse movies, as well as talking to strangers on planes, buses and trains whenever possible. Most at home when not at home. Mark is a member and director of communications of the British Guild of Travel Writers (BGTW).
Tromsø Norway: Reindeer and Northern Lights

Tromsø Norway: Reindeer and Northern Lights

Mark Bibby Jackson concludes his trip through Norway from Bergen to Fjærland in the city of Tromsø in the Arctic Circle where he follows the Northern Lights, watches a reindeer…

Fjærland Fjord Norway and a Ride on the Flåm Railway

Fjærland Fjord Norway and a Ride on the Flåm Railway

On his journey through Norway from Bergen to Tromsø, Mark Bibby Jackson discovers an unexpected pleasure in Fjærland, Fjord Norway, and rides the Flåm Railway. Sometimes it is the unexpected…

Farai Chimba: Involving the Community in Sustainability

Farai Chimba: Involving the Community in Sustainability

Mark Bibby Jackson talks with Farai Chimba, President of Climate Friendly Travel Registry (CFTR) member, the Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe about sustainable travel. “Sustainability is about how you involve the…

Up Close With: Ross Wheble, Knight Frank

Up Close With: Ross Wheble, Knight Frank

Cambodia Begins at 40 gets up close with Ross Wheble of Knight Frank to discuss the state of the Cambodian property market. Thanks for agreeing to the interview. First of…

Bergen Norway Things to Do in Winter

Bergen Norway Things to Do in Winter

Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the vast array of things to do in Bergen Norway during winter, from its great gastronomy to rich culture and trolls! It is not very often…

DUKES London Hotel Review

DUKES London Hotel Review

Mark Bibby Jackson stays at DUKES London Hotel in St James and has a brush with 007 while enjoying a vegan afternoon tea. One of the great features of staying…

DUKES London Hotel Review

DUKES London Hotel Review

Mark Bibby Jackson stays at DUKES London Hotel in St James and has a brush with 007 while enjoying a vegan afternoon tea. One of the great features of staying…

Alice Neel: Hot Off The Griddle REVIEW

Alice Neel: Hot Off The Griddle REVIEW

Mark Bibby Jackson visits Alice Neel: Hot Off the Griddle at The Barbican Arts Gallery and is spellbound by the most powerful exhibition he has seen for ages. There is something…

5 Fantastic Festivals in Colombia 2023

5 Fantastic Festivals in Colombia 2023

Colombia is a fascinating and colourful country to visit, with a rich history and wide culture. There are a number of festivals in the South American country throughout the year…

Things To Do in Dublin in 48 Hours

Things To Do in Dublin in 48 Hours

Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the sustainable things to do in Dublin, many of which are free. Since I have been writing about sustainable tourism, I have been struck by how…

Best Chinese Restaurants in London

Best Chinese Restaurants in London

With Chinese New Year fast approaching, we select our sample of the best Chinese restaurants in London to see in the Year of the Rabbit, as well as one just…

Murderous Things To Do in Essex

Murderous Things To Do in Essex

Thinking of things to do in Essex this weekend? Mark Bibby Jackson takes the short trip to Essex to land in a bit of a pickle as he is charged…

5 Things To Do in Toulouse France in Two Days

5 Things To Do in Toulouse France in Two Days

Is Toulouse worth visiting? Mark Bibby Jackson visits the fourth largest city in France, and stands in awe at the Halle de la Machine before making a pastel fabric in…

Room2 Chiswick : Net Zero Hometel

Room2 Chiswick : Net Zero Hometel

Mark Bibby Jackson chats with Melisa Gooding, Sustainability Specialist, Lamington Group that owns the net zero room2 Chiswick hometel in London.  Can you briefly explain how the room2 brand came…

Murderous Things To Do in Essex

Murderous Things To Do in Essex

Thinking of things to do in Essex this weekend? Mark Bibby Jackson takes the short trip to Essex to land in a bit of a pickle as he is charged…

Room2 Chiswick : Net Zero Hometel

Room2 Chiswick : Net Zero Hometel

Mark Bibby Jackson chats with Melisa Gooding, Sustainability Specialist, Lamington Group that owns the net zero room2 Chiswick hometel in London. Can you briefly explain how the room2 brand came…

The Future of Tourism is Positive

The Future of Tourism is Positive

Mark Bibby Jackson looks forward to 2023, predicting the future of tourism could be positive, albeit that we have to be conscious of its negative impacts. My New Year’s Resolution…

Where to Travel for Veganuary 2023

Where to Travel for Veganuary 2023

Whether it is for ethical reasons or health, increasingly large numbers of people are turning towards veganism. According to the Veganuary website 620,000 people tried being vegan last January, from…