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Experienced gemologist Kim Rix outlines what to look for in sapphires and how to safely buy them abroad. In her new book she’s already outlined what to look for. Now she tells you how to buy.

Geoff Steward finds the taxi drive to his ritzy eco-lodge quite enough to form some firm opinions about Costa Rica, often proclaimed the happiest country on the world.

The villages of the Cinque Terre that cling to Italy’s Ligurian coast can’t fail to inspire. Eric Whitehead uses cars and local trains before taking on a steep, challenging hike.

Elizabeth Von Pier strides out to explore Spain’s capital city in two short days. And she doesn’t waste any time.

Mancunian Natalie Wilson provides a detailed guide to her home city in the middle of England, often overlooked by visitors to the UK.

Anthony Toole discovers a prehistoric bit of Eire’s past as he breaks his journey between Limerick and Gallway, as well as discovering Tim Severin’s ship from the Brendan Voyange.

Lee Ruddin braves the heat to walk from Mdina to Valetta, six long miles under an almost-African sun.

Andrew Reed stumbles into the Northern Lights at an appropriate moment in his season ski-repping in the mountains of Sweden: just while he was photographing an ancient church.

Geoff Steward has a sabbatical planner. That must be why he’s sent on an Alaskan cruise. His first day in Juneau is an unwelcome introduction to the world of cruising.

Colombia’s not known for its deserts. But an Andean Valley creates a rain shadow that statistically means they have one. But when Yuri Drobkov visits it rains.

Jack Barker hails the new waterproof bluetooth earphones from Anker. Between travels or on them, they make listening easy.

Heading up into Nepal’s highlands by bus, Yuri Drobkov stumbles into a pretty exotic bit of authentic culture.

Most travellers to the Indian Sub-Continent steer clear during its seasonal rains. Jack Cage says this is the time to capture the real spirit of the country.

As part of his very planned Sabbatical, Geoff Steward hires a guide to show him Washington State’s most famous cities, on America’s Pacific coast.

Travelling with pets is getting ever easier. And there’s a world beyond the Travel Tunnel. Gideon Parirenyatwa has researched how to get your pooch on the plane.

If you’re heading off on an African safari, it’s worth putting some thought into what you need to pack. Lucy Barker has a handy guide.

Forget the Grand Canyon. Eric Whitehead finds that Antelope Canyon, in Navajo land, is far more spectacular.

Andrew Reed takes a dog-sled excursion from his daytime job or working as a ski rep at the Swedish resort of Åre.

Ian Lloyd Neubauer explains why his motorbike tour of Papua New Guinea inspired him to write a guide to other bikers in this unexplored corner of Southeast Asia.

Many people dream of travel writing but don’t know where to start. Lucy Barker has some tips and tricks.

Geoff Steward finds America’s border police are exactly as humourless as their reputation describes. And his taxi driver supports Trump. It’s not a brilliant introduction to the USA.

Discounted cruises are to become easier to book than ever with a new initiative by a major cruise discounter. Paul Woollacombe reports.

When it comes to packing for a trip abroad, there are some things you’d like to take and others you need. Lucy Barker has a guide.

The holiday destination of the Dominican Republic shares its island with Haiti, so Yuri Drobkov decides to cross one of the world’s poorest countries to try to get a boat out. It doesn’t exactly work.

Cambodia’s iconic highlight comes as something of a revelation to Kirsty and Bill Haskins, as they belatedly hobble along the Hippy Trail in Southeast Asia.

As the Northern Hemisphere warms Mark Eastwood has some tempting destinations to tempt travellers.

The Industrial Revolution of Victorian times wasn’t Britain’s first. In a very English field Anthony Toole finds evidence of organised labour dating back to Neolithic times.

Can having a flutter support a travelling lifestyle? Paul Woollacombe says probably not.

Mark Eastwood discovers a new interest in history as he immerses himself into Cretan culture.

The Catalan Capital is famous for many things, but one of it’s most famous are the fantastical buildings designed by its most famous architect. Elizabeth von Pier explores Gaudi’s sensational landmarks.

Palma is one of the world’s safest airports, but over the years they’ve seen all the classic tricks being tried. Nicola Griffin’s guide makes essential reading for all world travellers.

As if weddings weren’t already enough, the honeymoon is definitely a great excuse to splurge. Lucy Barker says this is the time for a holiday of a lifetime.

Lucy Barker presents this handy guide to world beers.

A death in County Cork, Eire, is postponed for three years by the healing powers of the Madonna of Medjugorje, in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Geoff Steward leisurely warms up for a three month sabbatical.

A traditional village welcome makes Lindsay Salt feel fully attuned to the proud and sturdy Maori culture. Photos, as ever, by David Grimble.

Pick up a tile or two of continental style. Paul Woollacombe says there’s a lot to learn from our continental neighbours.

Andrew Reed takes a break from being a ski-rep in Åre to take a night-time skidoo safari in the wilderness of the Swedish outback.

There’s a world of adventure out there. But sometimes you have to be practical. Lucy Barker says that just occasionally Crate Storage might make your travels easier.