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Namibia
To view this gallery, please click here. Home to some of the highest sand dunes in the world, Sossusvlei is Namibia's iconic desert wonderland inside the ancient Namib Desert. At sunrise, the towering, fiery-red dunes glow against stark white clay pans like Deadvlei, creating a dramatic, ethereal landscape that feels like another planet. Further north where the desert collides with the Atlantic, Walvis Bay offers a striking coastal contrast, featuring dramatic ocean-meets-dun
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Nov 31 min read


Northern Vietnam - Portraits
To View the Gallery - Click Here These portraits of northern Vietnam's ethnic hill tribes - stretching from the misty peaks and valleys of regions like Pu Luong and Lai Châu (home to the Lự people) down toward Hanoi—capture one of Asia’s most culturally diverse highlands. These visual studies highlight distinct groups such as the Thai, Muong, Hmong, Dao, and Lự, whose unique identities are woven directly into their handcrafted attire, intricate headwear, and traditional silve
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Nov 21 min read


Northern Vietnam 2025
To View the Gallery, Click Here. Travelling through northern Vietnam on All Points East's Unexplored: The Far North tour took us far beyond the typical tourist trails into a realm of untouched beauty. We crossed rugged mountain passes and discovered remote valleys where vibrant hill-tribe communities still maintain centuries-old traditions. From peaceful hikes across the lush, terraced landscapes of Pu Luong National Park to immersive stays in traditional ethnic homestays, ev
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Nov 21 min read


Portraits from India
To view this gallery, please click here. , Capturing India’s vibrant human tapestry, these portraits reflect the warmth, wisdom, and rich diversity of people across every colour,faith, and walk of life. Each face tells a distinct story,from the quiet serenity of a temple elder to the animated laughter of a bustling street vendor, woven into the country's timeless cultural fabric. Together, they serve as a soulful reminder that despite our varied backgrounds, humanity shares a
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Nov 21 min read


India - The Colours and Culture
To View the Gallery, Click Here You either love it or hate it. I don't think it is possible to sit on the fence. I have visited the country twice and will definitely go back. Photographing India is a mesmerising assault on the senses, where brilliant colours, ancient architecture, and vivid street scenes pull you in at every turn. From the mountains of the Himalayas to the golden chaos of Varanasi’s ghats at dawn, every corner tells a distinct story. What truly sets travel ph
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Nov 11 min read


Vietnam 2020
To View this Gallery Click Here. We were one of the last people to leave Vietnam before the Pandemic closed down the world but what an adventure our March 2020 delivered. Stretching dynamically from north to south, Vietnam presents a breathtaking journey through rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning natural landscapes. Our adventure began in Hanoi, the bustling historic capital famous for its ancient temples, centuries-old architecture, and vibrant street life. Headi
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Nov 11 min read


Scotland's Mountains - The Light on the Land
To View the Gallery, Click Here It is a long time since 1999 when I stood at the top of Ben More on Mull with family and friends to complete my round of Scotland’s 282 (at that time there were 284) Munro’s. To embark on a lifelong dialogue with a landscape in constant motion. Across four distinct seasons, these ancient peaks rarely wear the same face twice, trading winter’s arctic stillness for the fiery bracken of autumn and summer’s endless golden twilights. The photograph
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Oct 101 min read


Scotland in Colour
To View the Gallery, Click Here Scotland’s dramatic, ever-changing light acts as a living canvas, transforming the landscape minute by minute. Brilliant shafts of sunlight pierce through heavy storm clouds, illuminating emerald glens, golden bracken, and dark basalt peaks in sudden, brilliant flashes of colour. As dusk settles, soft pastel hues brush over misty lochs and highland heather, offering a softer side to a rugged terrain that never looks the same twice.
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Sep 301 min read


Canada & Alaska
To View the Gallery, Click Here Embarking on a road trip from Calgary to Vancouver took us through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, where turquoise lakes like Louise and Moraine give way to dramatic mountain passes. As we drove north to Jasper the landscape hinted at wild frontiers before returning south to Whistler and sweeping through the lush vineyards of the Okanagan Valley and down into Vancouver’s vibrant coastal landscape. This offered a breathtaking transition fro
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Sep 281 min read


Peru
To view the gallery Click Here. As part of our South American Odyssey we arrived in coastal Lima instantly which set the stage for an unforgettable Peruvian journey, A quick flight inland brings you to the Sacred Valley, where ancient agricultural terraces and bustling Indigenous markets offer a stunning, lower-altitude haven for acclimatisation. Riding the scenic train along the roaring Urubamba River culminates in the ultimate reward: standing in awe as the morning mist cle
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Sep 281 min read


Portraits from Cuba
To View the Gallery Click Here, There is a famous Scottish saying that "we're a' Jock Tamson's bairns"—a reminder that despite our vast differences in wealth, culture, and status, we all share the exact same human foundation. Sitting just ninety miles off the Florida coast, Cuba can feel like a world entirely apart, framed by decades of isolation and the quiet constraints of communism. Exploring its streets, I was captivated by the extraordinary characters I met, whose warmth
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Sep 271 min read


Puglia - Bari and Lecce
To view this gallery, please click here. Bari and Lecce showcase two distinctly captivating sides of the Adriatic coast. Bari, the region’s bustling capital, blends maritime grit with seaside charm, where labyrinthine old-town alleys echo with local life and fresh seafood lines the historic harbour. Further south, Lecce—often dubbed the "Florence of the South"—draws visitors in with its theatrical Baroque architecture, golden limestone piazzas, and laid-back southern elegance
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Sep 261 min read


Puglia - Polignano a Mare & Matera
To view this gallery, please click here. Arriving in Bari I was immediately transfixed. This is where Southern Italy's sun-drenched heel, where ancient history meets dramatic coastline. Puglia mesmerises travellers with its whitewashed hill towns, endless olive groves, and slow-paced Mediterranean charm. Nowhere captures this magic quite like Polignano a Mare, a coastal jewel perched atop sheer limestone cliffs carved by the turquoise Adriatic Sea, where daredevil cliff dive
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Sep 261 min read


Puglia - Alberobello
Nested in the heart of Puglia’s Valle d’Itria, Alberobello feels like stepping straight into a fairytale. The town is world-famous for its clusters of over 1,500 trulli - whitewashed, mortarless stone dwellings capped with unique conical roofs that earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. Strolling down the narrow, cobbled lanes of districts like Rione Monti and Aia Piccola offers a enchanting mix of artisan boutiques, local trattorias, and breathtaking rooftop views.
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Sep 261 min read


The Cinque Terre - Italy's Magical Villages
The Cinque Terre. One of Italy’s most Photogenic locations...Click on the picture or text to see more...
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Sep 2, 20231 min read


New Zealand - The Southern Sounds
To view this gallery, please click here. The South Island of New Zealand boasts some of the most spectacular fiords in the world. The Southern Alps rise out from the Tasman Sea in towering tree covered slopes where waterfalls drop dramatically into the water below. These images feature Milford, Dusky and Doubtful Sounds viewed from our cruise ship on a dramatic day of sunshine, rain and cascading early morning mists.
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Aug 4, 20231 min read


Sydney Australia
To view this gallery, please click here. When a proposed trip to South America was cancelled we found ourselves travelling to the other side world to take a cruise with NCL from Sydney to New Zealand. These images are mostly of the harbour area with the equally iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge which we sailed under as the ship departed. A real WOW! moment.
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Dec 2, 20211 min read
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