From vividly hued craters to bubbling geysers, powerful waterfalls and a serene rift valley, the classic Golden Circle tour offers a tantalising glimpse of Iceland's stunning landscapes.
South Iceland: The classic Golden Circle tour
Chobe National Park: Savuti
When I think of Chobe National Park's Savuti region, two creatures spring to mind – lion cubs and wild dog pups. Be warned this post contains an overabundance of cuteness.
Victoria Falls
One of the great natural wonders of the world, the mighty Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya is a powerful, awe-inducing sight.
Chobe Riverfront: in photos
Hooded vultures, kori bustards, vervet monkeys, zebras, giraffes and elephants are just some of the incredible creatures I encountered in the Chobe Riverfront. Here's a round-up of some of my favourites...
Chobe National Park: Chobe Riverfront
If you want to see elephants in the wild, look no further than Botswana's Chobe National Park. It's home to some 35,000 elephants, the world's highest concentration of the pachyderms.
Bannau Brycheiniog: Elidir Trail
This scenic south Wales walk, which takes in four waterfalls, follows the path of the Afon Nedd Fechan through a woodland ravine from Pontneddfechan to Pont Melin-Fach, some two-and-a-half miles away.
Bannau Brycheiniog: Four Falls Trail
Nestled in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog National Park's waterfall country, the Four Falls Trail is an 8.4km circular walking route that takes in four of the park's most impressive waterfalls.
North Wales
A land of myths and legends, north Wales is home to many of the country's tallest mountains, as well as stunning lakes and beaches, ancient slate quarries, formidable castles and spectacular hiking trails.
Carreg Cennen Castle
Perched atop a tall limestone crag on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog in Carmarthenshire, Carreg Cennen Castle is an impressive, unforgettable sight.
Monteverde
With swathes of cool, misty cloud forest and exceptional biodiversity, Monteverde is a great place for hiking and wildlife watching.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Standing at 1,670m tall, it's impossible to miss Arenal Volcano. The slumbering giant is the largest active volcano in Costa Rica.
Crickhowell
This attractive market town on the banks of the River Usk is surrounded by the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park and is a great base from which to explore the nearby countryside.
Little Old World 