New Zealand's South Island is a paradise for those who love the outdoors. However, there are so many hikes to choose from - where to start? In this article I have put together a list of my favourite one-day hikes from my time on New Zealand's South Island, which makes a great starter guide for ...
The Mercies: Cold, Brutal and Unputdownable
The Mercies is one of those books that I read in practically one sitting: think 1600s Scandinavia, political pressure, witch trials, love and sisterhood. Set on the remote Norwegian island of Vardø, The Mercies is an acute examination of the spread of fear, suspicion and oppression, which often ...
The Murderer’s Ape: A Fantastic Journey
At a time when everything seems, to be quite frank, pretty rubbish, I thought I'd start off my book recommendations with a book that cannot fail to make you smile and feel like all is good with the world. Enter: The Murderer's Ape, one of the most original books I have read in a long time, and its ...
Time for Books: Call of the World Book Reviews
It's been a crazy couple of months watching the events of the world unfold, and my sabbatical has certainly taken a turn for the unexpected. However, I am a strong believer in the idea that to adapt is to overcome. Although unplanned, this time in lockdown has given me the chance to work on ...
What to See on the Island of Vágar, Faroe Islands
What to see on the island of Vágar? The magical island of Vágar is essentially the gateway to the Faroe Islands, as the airport is situated here. There are direct flights from Copenhagen and Edinburgh as well as a handful of other European cities. (Read my post on how to travel to the Faroe Islands ...
