Jumping crocodile on the Adelaide River in Australia's Northern Territory.

Six reasons to add Darwin to your Australian holiday

Crocodiles, cyclone simulators and sunset markets are all part of the magic mix in the Northern Territory’s capital, Darwin. It’s Australia’s best tropical city Whisper it quietly, but the cities in tropical Queensland are a little underwhelming. Darwin, however, has bags of personality. This is…
On the Harvard University campus.

Guide to Cambridge, Massachusetts, for first time visitors

Explore Harvard, MIT, and more with my guide to Cambridge, Massachusetts. Find the best things to do, see, and eat in this historic university city. What makes Cambridge, Massachusetts, unique? To all intents and purposes a suburb of Boston, just on the north side of…
View of Perth, Western Australia, from Kings Park.

6 reasons to add Perth to your Australian holiday

Perth in Western Australia is isolated from the rest of the country. But its beaches, islands, parks and wildlife are among the reasons to visit. How many days do you need in Perth, and when should you visit? Most travellers spend 3-5 days exploring Perth…
One of many witches in Salem, Massachusetts.

A first time visitor’s guide to Salem, Massachusetts

Planning a trip to Salem, Massachusetts? From witch trials to maritime history, here is my essential guide for first-time visitors to Witch City. What makes Salem unique? In 1692, Salem went very dark indeed. The strange behaviour of a few children descended into a blizzard…
The Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, Norway.

Is the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo worth visiting?

The Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, Norway, celebrates the work of Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Don’t expect too many laughs on the way round. This guide was updated in February 2026 to reflect current prices. Mixed reviews of the Nobel Peace Center Oslo is a…