Reliving Hanoi on a Vietnam Food Tour in Berlin
“Cảm ơn anh,” Anna says to me at the end of our brief conversation in Vietnamese, most of which has been translated by my Vietnam food tour guide Paul Tran…
NHOW Berlin : Striking the Right Note
If you are looking for a funky hotel in Berlin then NHOW Berlin is the one for you. How many hotels do you come across with their own recording studios…
Happa: Simple, Affordable and Excellent Vegan Food in Berlin
Happa is so understated and unassuming you could easily walk past the low waste, plant-based restaurant without realising it. There is no large sign declaring the restaurant’s healthy and virtuous…
Reinventing Berlin : Humboldt Forum, UFA Fabric and Tempelhof
“From here you can see the whole history of Berlin,” Sönke Schneidewind tells me from the terrace at the top of the Stiftung Humboldt Forum. To my left I can…
Things to Do in Chemnitz: the European Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz will be one of the European Capitals of Culture alongside Nova Gorica in Slovenia in 2025. Nestled in the heart of Saxony, Germany, Chemnitz is twinned with Manchester and…
Chemnitz European Capital of Culture : Industry and Architecture
In 2025, Chemnitz will be one of the European Capitals of Culture alongside Nova Gorica in Slovenia. At first this might seem a strange choice. The Saxon city has a…
The Best Summer Food Festivals to Visit in the UK
If you’re a foodie planning to visit the UK, don’t miss the chance to attend summer food festivals. These vibrant events showcase the best of British cuisine, featuring top chefs…
Discovering Accessible Travel in Edersee Germany
Mark Bibby Jackson joins an accessible travel tour in Edersee Germany visiting the Eder Dam, and going on forest and tree top walks all accessible for wheelchair users. Travelling can…
A to Z Guide to Summer UK Music Festivals 2024
We do excel at music festivals here in Blighty and this summer’s offerings more than pass muster. So give the tent a once-over and pick a party or two from…
A Peep Behind What Was the Iron Curtain with Croisi Cruise
“….and this is the Glienicke Bridge” says our Croisi river cruise guide Arnold, in his booming voice, “… perhaps better known as the Bridge of Spies”. We are in Berlin…
Charming Kotor Bay and Budva Montenegro
Mark Bibby Jackson visits Kotor and Budva to stay at the Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay, and discover the charms of this delightful part of coastal Montenegro. There is something about…
A Night at the Hilton London Gatwick Airport Hotel
I always thought airport hotels were stale affairs something only to be frequented in emergencies. A 5.45am flight from Gatwick airport to Montenegro counts as an emergency to me. However…
10 Summer Food Festivals in the UK
It used to be that the British summer was more fleeting than a UK PM, but whether it’s a consequence of climate change or fake news, summers too seem to…
One Car, Four Generations and a Dragon on a Pas-de-Calais Holiday
Mark Bibby Jackson takes his mother, nephew, wife and child to Pas-de-Calais in northern France to discover the wonderful seafood, amazing beaches and take a ride on a dragon. Pas-de-Calais…
6 Festivals in May 2024
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in May 2024 from around the Globe, from Cuba to Australia, so wherever you are join in the celebrations. Cultural Festivals…
History and Customs of the Isle of Man
Set in the Irish Sea sandwiched between Ireland and Britain, the Isle of Man has a long history with many traditions and unusual folklore. Discover about the history and customs…
Internment, Gin, Train Rides and Climbing the Laxey Wheel Isle of Man
After going on his Isle of Man walks, Mark Bibby Jackson takes a couple of train rides as he explores the island’s industrial heritage including the Laxey Wheel Isle of…
Isle of Man Walks : Port Erin and the Milner’s Tower
Mark Bibby Jackson takes the bus and goes on one of the many excellent Isle of Man walks from Port Erin to Milner’s Tower. There is something invigorating about taking…
Batumi : Georgia Away from the Crowds
“The word “tourist” is still quite new to us,” said our Batumi guide. This sounded a strange statement when having just got off a cable car, I am enjoying the…
Coolcations: Beat the Heat with These Summer Getaways
Summer is synonymous with sun, sand and soaring temperatures, but with the increasing effects of climate change for many travellers, the heat can be overwhelming. That’s where coolcations come in…
Tracing Water in Valais Switzerland
Mark Bibby Jackson follows the path of water in Valais Switzerland from the Aletsch Glacier to the bisses at Haute-Nendaz taking in the most spectacular views along the way. There…
Hambleton Hall Hotel : Staying in History
It was 1979, and the future was looking somewhat chilly for English country houses. The Labour Government’s ‘Winter of Discontent’ with the unions had left its mark, another energy crisis…
5 Things You Can Influence For An Unforgettable Cruise in Croatia
Croatia is becoming an increasingly popular destination, and cruises are a very popular option to visit the country. Every cruise in Croatia holds something special. If you decide to go…
Lisbon City Break : Street Art and Food
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the culture, food and street art of the Portuguese capital on his Lisbon city break. On my previous visits to Lisbon, I had never felt truly…
