Why I loved Nagasaki
Nagasaki was unexpected. Perfect for wandering, uncrowded, with great food and shopping - plus a delightful welcome at the port! It boasts Japan’s oldest arched bridge, and a garden which inspired Puccini’s Madame Butterfly.
The Loreta: A Convent Carried by an Angel
The Loreta, Prague, was once carried by angels from the Holy Land to Italy, before miraculously appearing in Prague. It’s a gem of a discovery in this most beautiful of cities.
Basket boats of China Beach
The basket boats of China Beach, Vietnam, began life as a tax dodge. These manoeuvrable vessels can be found through South East Asia.
Dawn at the Taj Mahal
Images of the Taj Mahal at dawn, before the grounds are crowded with tourists for the day