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Robert

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Robert has worked in travel for over 35 years, running tour operators in Pakistan, Italy & the UK, writing guide books and articles and running a conservation charity that fights species extinction and habitat loss worldwide. He's trekked coast to coast across Borneo, climbed to 6,500 metres in the Himalayas, travelled the the length of the Silk Road and been chased out of a bar in Lesotho by a Warthog.
trekking pole advice
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Everything Beginners Get Wrong About Trekking Poles and How to Fix It

  • August 1, 2025
  • Robert
Trekking poles are one of the most underestimated pieces of trek gear, especially by beginners. Many think there’s no technique or thought involved, just grab and go. But that’s not…
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Edinburgh fringe festival
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Where to Stay in Edinburgh During the Fringe Festival and How to Get the Best Deal

  • July 31, 2025
  • Robert
I’ve been to Edinburgh more times than I can count now, usually for two reasons. Either I’m there to exhibit art with our charity at the Dundas Street Gallery in…
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Downriver in Borneo
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Trekking Across Borneo: An Unforgettable Journey through Jungle and Time

  • July 15, 2025
  • Robert
In 1989, Borneo was still largely unmapped by tourism. There were few hotels, no smartphones, no Google Maps, and few people outside Southeast Asia could even locate Kalimantan, the Indonesian…
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Mard 1985 and me
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Bollywood and Me: How I came to be in the Amitabh Bachchan Film Classic MARD

  • June 29, 2025
  • Robert
It was 1985, and I was 19. I’d been travelling around India for 4 months and was at the end of my trip, existing with a rucksack full of dirty…
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best spanish shoulder season destinations
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The top destinations to visit during shoulder season for Spain’s sweet spots

  • June 23, 2025
  • Robert
Too sweltering for summer travel but still Spain-crazy? These destinations are perfect for the balmy shoulder months: Relaxed, welcoming and much, much less drippy. Summer in Spain can be like…
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foodie things to do ion Bologna
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Best Foodie Things to Do in Bologna and Modena

  • June 13, 2025
  • Robert
Bologna and Modena, two cities in Italy’s Emilia‑Romagna region, offer a deep connection to traditional food. From Parmigiano Reggiano and traditional balsamic vinegar to handmade pasta and artisanal gelato, these…
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snorkelling the silfra fissure
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Review: Arctic Adventures in Iceland

  • June 9, 2025
  • Robert
There are few places in the world where one can drift between tectonic plates. Silfra, a crack between the North American and Eurasian plates located in Iceland’s Þingvellir National Park,…
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Haveli Dharampura
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Review: Haveli Dharampura, Old Delhi’s hidden Heritage Gem

  • May 19, 2025
  • Robert
I didn’t go to Delhi with a plan to hunt down havelis. Honestly, I was just trying to escape the noise. The city’s full-on energy – the horns, the heat,…
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Must see vienna
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A Weekend in Vienna: Must-See Spots & Hidden Gems

  • May 13, 2025
  • Robert
We landed in Vienna with a plan. The kind of plan that leaves no hour unscheduled and no pastry uneaten. Our days were mapped, walking shoes were laced, and the…
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overseas adventure travel ideas - Nepal
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The Ultimate Guide to Overseas Adventure Travel from the U.S.

  • May 8, 2025
  • Robert
Overseas adventure travel isn’t just about ticking countries off a list – it’s about diving headfirst into the unknown and discovering what you’re really made of. I remember my first…
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    Why Nusa Lembongan is the Laid-Back Alternative to Bali’s Busy South
    • August 20, 2025
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    The Value of Quiet Retreats for Personal Growth and Relaxation
    • August 19, 2025
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    • August 19, 2025
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    Northern vs. Southern Thailand: Where Should You Go First?
    • August 18, 2025
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    The Ultimate Parents’ Checklist: Traveling with School-Age Kids During Exams
    • August 18, 2025
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