Published travel stories
Quickly into Kosovo (published Oct 2008)
The world's youngest country is somewhat of an enigma. ... more
Passing Time in Skopje
(published July 2008)
Has Europe's least known capital the potential to become the next undiscovered gem. Possibly, once stricter rules on littering are enforced. ...more
Walking with the Nudes of Oslo (published March 2008)"This is quite sexy," Gianmarco whispers. We're surrounded by
nude sculptures - all life-size.
Five of Europe's Cosiest Christmas Markets (published November 2007)Vienna, Bratislava, Prague, Tallinn and Rome
Men Drivers! (published November 2007)
OK, the bus finally arrives but then things take a turn for the worst fast...
Are those bullet holes? Is the guy behind us shooting at us?
A perfect ride in Africa, hop on and enjoy!
The Last Remaining Russian Settlement on Svalbard (published October 2007)
Pyramiden: A Russian Ghost Town in the Arctic (published October 2007)
Once a Soviet show piece located amongst glaciers and stunning fjords, Pyramiden was abandoned in a hurry. The eerie ghost town is sleeping - for now!
A Lone Drive to North Cape (published October 2007)
Read more about the top of the world
The Evocative Anne Frank Huis (published August 2007)
Anne's own words brings history alive.
Café de Paris: A Geneva Institution (published March 2007)
At Geneva's venerable Café de Paris, blood-dripping entrecote is
the only thing that counts.
Surprising Girona (Published March 2007)
The Ancient City of Nesebar (published February 2007)
If you plan to visit the Black Sea, spend time in the fascinating, ancient city of Nesebar. And unless you’re doing sociological research on drunk, loud, young Europeans holidaying, give the big beach resorts a miss.
Stein-am-Rhein: Stories on Walls (published November 2006)
One of the loveliest and best kept medieval villages in Europe,
the walls of Stein-am-Rhein come alive with the sound of stories.
Little Liechtenstein (published November 2006)
Famous tax haven and the fourth smallest country in the world, Liechtenstein is essentially a family firm run by His Serene Highness, Hans Adam II von und zu Liechtenstein. But there's more to this tiny nation than just money.
Autumn in St Moritz (published November 2006)
While shopping (well, windowshopping...) and gaping at jagged peaks kissing the sky, a summer crush long ago comes to mind.
Medieval Carcassonne (published October 2006)
I go in search of the mother of all medieval cities - and Raymond-Roger Trencavel, handsome 13th century devil and hero, a man centuries ahead of his time - un parfait chevalier.
Golden Kiev (published October 2006)24 jam-packed hours in the city of golden domes.
Hammerfest: The World's Northernmost City
(published August 2006)
Reindeer walking the streets (or chewing up your garden), colourful locals, but it's too rough for trees.