April 24, 2026 | egypt

An uncomfortable drive to Cairo

The car is fancy, the kind of car that feels part limousine. Two seats in the back, like aeroplane seats with our own armrests and a gap in between.

April 13, 2026 | peru , travel-tips , youve-been-where

From ruins to fungi on the Inca trek

Ever wondered what it's like to walk the Inca Trek? And whether all that effort is actually worth it? Our niece Ally wondered too, so she went and did...

April 6, 2026 | uganda

Trekking gorillas with my 80-year-old Dad

It's quiet in the van. There's a feeling of anticipation of what's to come and a little trepidation too as we wind our way through the mountains near Kisoro...