by David Barnes | Sep 1, 2026 | Australia
Australia is famous for its beaches, but some of its most remarkable landscapes are hidden beneath the surface. Coral gardens, rocky reefs and protected bays provide opportunities to swim alongside everything from tiny reef fish to turtles, rays and, in a few very...
by David Barnes | Aug 19, 2026 | USA
For music lovers, choosing where to live in the USA can be about much more than finding a city where your favourite artists occasionally stop on tour. In some places, live music is part of everyday life, with neighbourhood venues, open-mic nights and local bands...
by David Barnes | Aug 5, 2026 | USA
An active lifestyle can mean very different things depending on where you live in the USA. In Colorado, weekends might involve hiking through the mountains or heading to the ski slopes. Along the Californian coast, surfing, swimming and outdoor exercise can become...
by David Barnes | Jul 28, 2026 | Canada
Moving to Toronto with children brings plenty to think about, but finding things to do together can be one of the most enjoyable parts of settling in. The city has a strong mix of green spaces, museums, waterfront attractions and neighbourhood activities, so families...
by David Barnes | Jul 17, 2026 | UAE
The UAE mixes futuristic skylines, golden desert, and centuries old heritage sites, giving photographers an unusually wide range of shots within a single trip. Here are 15 must visit UAE locations to transform your feed into a visual masterpiece. 1. Burj Khalifa,...
by David Barnes | Jul 10, 2026 | Australia
If you are thinking about moving to Australia from the UK, you are far from alone. Over 1.3 million Brits already call Australia home, drawn by sunshine, space and a lifestyle that puts the outdoors front and centre. This handy guide breaks down everything from visa...
by David Barnes | Jun 29, 2026 | New Zealand
New Zealand is famous for what you see during the day: mountains, lakes, beaches, forests and wide open roads. But in some parts of the country, the view after sunset can be just as memorable. With large areas of low light pollution, New Zealand is one of the best...
by David Barnes | Jun 22, 2026 | Canada
Canada tends to conjure up a fairly reliable set of images. Snowy mountains, vast lakes, enormous forests and major cities like Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary. But on the west coast of Vancouver Island, there’s a small town that quietly dismantles all of that....
by David Barnes | Jun 12, 2026 | Canada
Vancouver is often seen as one of Canada’s most attractive cities for UK expats. It has ocean views, mountain scenery, a milder climate than many other Canadian cities and a lifestyle that feels relaxed without being remote. But Vancouver is not just about natural...
by David Barnes | Jun 5, 2026 | General, Canada, USA
Some fans will travel to the 2026 World Cup just for the football. Others may come home quietly checking job boards, rental prices and visa options before they have even unpacked their suitcase. That is the interesting thing about this World Cup. It is not being held...