Boasting one of the most spectacular towers in England, this medieval marvel in Cambridgeshire has to be seen to be believed.
Ely Cathedral: An architectural marvel in the Fens
Looking ahead to 2025
It's that time of year again when I look back at what I got up to over the past year and look ahead to 2025.
London: Discovering the unique charms of Dennis Severs’s House and the Barbican estate
From a Brutalist architectural gem to a theatrical ode to a fictional Huguenot family, these are some of London's more unusual sights.
London walks: Little Venice to Regent’s Park along the Regent’s Canal
A short walk along my favourite stretch of the Regent's Canal, passing picturesque Little Venice, a series of grand Regency-style villas and a few London Zoo enclosures.
Pulau Langkawi
Thanks to its clear blue waters, golden sandy beaches and rainforest-covered mountains, the island of Langkawi is a popular tourist destination.
Penang: Searching for street art in George Town
George Town is renowned for its street art, with more than 100 murals adorning its walls. I set off on a brief stroll in search of its most famous artworks.
Penang: A cultural tour of historic George Town
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the historic city of George Town is home to grand colonial architecture, characterful Chinese clan jetties and colourful Buddhist temples.
Kuala Lumpur: Perdana Botanical Garden, Islamic Arts Museum and the Traders Hotel SkyBar
Exploring tranquil gardens, uncovering Islamic art and sipping cocktails in a swish bar with a view: my last hours in Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur: A street food tour around the historic city centre
Getting to know Kuala Lumpur's fantastic food and fascinating history on a street food tour around the city's historic centre.
Kuala Lumpur: Exploring the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC Park
A visit to one of Malaysia's most recognisable landmarks and a fun evening watching the light show at KLCC Park.
Batu Caves: Discover the vibrant Hindu temples near Kuala Lumpur
One of the most important Hindu sites in Malaysia, these limestone caves are now a shrine to the deity Lord Murugan.
Kuala Lumpur: Visiting the National Palace, Monument and Mosque
A trio of national sites: the Istana Negara (royal palace), the Tugu Negara (national monument) and the Masjid Negara (national mosque).
Little Old World 