Travel journalist and ‘influencer’ with one foot in traditional media and the other in social media.
I speak/moderate at many travel industry/blogger conferences, have a niche blog, Mechtraveller.com, and occasionally write for others.
I'm the BGTW.org 's International Liaison in the BGTW-SATW-ASTW alliance.
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Co-author of D-Day Landings - A travel guide to Normandy's beaches and battlegrounds. Published by Bradt Guides, March 2024.
Finalist in 'Best Written Piece' category - Traverse Creator Awards 2022
Finalist in 'Travel Blog Post of the Year' & 'Travel Blogger of the Year' categories - BGTW Members Excellence Awards 2022
Just one? Possibly Belize
Just one? Panama Canal
Travel Editor/Presenter, Devonair Radio, Exeter, 1988
Wander Woofs sounds like a great idea, but as a less than perfect solution. Who wouldn't want to take their pet with them? At least, as far as border restrictions allow. FWIW, in the UK pet-inclusive travel doesn't feel like a “blind spot” anymore. Dog-... show more
Oh blimey, Travelfish! That shook the dust off a few grey cells! Lol!
Wow! H0stels is so deliciously retro! Glad you feel the same way about the importance of archiving, Ian. I'm so impressed that I can visit the first iterations of the British Guild of Travel Writers website (I was webmaster) and even drill down a couple... show more
I've always thought that it is. I'm always grateful that someone is recording what we are doing and keeping it safe... and out of the control of governments. For that reason, I've been a regular contributor for years and I've just renewed my tiny month... show more
Hey Casey! I'll look out for you :)