I’ve been a full-time professional photographer since 2010, and in that time I’ve made money from photography in more ways than I can count. I’ve sold prints, licensed images to tourism boards, taught over 2,500 students through my online course, done paid ambassador work for camera brands, shot events, contributed to stock sites, and run […]
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Peak Design Travel Tripod Review
As a professional travel photographer, I’ve used a lot of travel tripods over the years, including models from Manfrotto and Vanguard. Today, I’m going to be reviewing Peak Design’s travel tripod, which I’ve been using in the field for the past several months to see how it compares to other travel tripods. I’ve actually been […]
Tips for Traveling with a Safety Razor
In this guide, I am going to provide tips for traveling with a safety razor. Last year I got a safety razor for Christmas and after a bit of practice, it is now my only razor. Jess and I prefer to use a safety razor over an electric or disposable razor. Safety razors are not […]
The Best Food Tours in Rome, Italy
We have taken multiple food tours in Rome over the years, and they have consistently been one of the best things we’ve done in the city. Our guide Fernanda once took us on a four-hour walk through Testaccio that ended with me eating tripe at a market stall and actually enjoying it. That’s the kind […]
What to Pack for Safari: A Complete Safari Packing List
Between us, Jess and I have packed for a lot of safaris over the years, right across East and Southern Africa. I’ve been a professional travel photographer since 2010, so a good chunk of my bag is always camera gear, but we’ve worked out what else is actually worth its space, from gorilla and chimpanzee […]
A Detailed Guide to Visiting Alton Towers: Every Ride Reviewed, Plus Tips From 10+ Visits
If you’re planning a visit to Alton Towers, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together this detailed guide to help you plan your trip to one of the UK’s best theme parks, and it’s based entirely on our own experiences visiting the park. We’ve visited Alton Towers many times over the years. I first […]
The Best Things to do in Manchester, England
Manchester is a city located in the north-west of England. It’s well known today for its football teams, music, and food. It’s also a city with a rich past, having been at the centre of the Industrial Revolution. Laurence worked and lived in Manchester for a time, and it’s a city we both enjoy visiting […]
The Best Seine River Dinner Cruises in Paris
We have taken several Seine River dinner cruises in Paris over the years, and it remains one of our favourite ways to spend an evening in the city. There is something about gliding past the Eiffel Tower with a glass of wine in hand and a three-course meal on the table that just works. But […]
The Best Photography Bean Bags for Safari + What to Look For
If you are planning a safari, the chances are good that you are thinking about taking a larger camera and lens with you. These can produce wonderful wildlife photos, but they also come with a downside, which is that they can be heavy and hard to hold for prolonged periods of time. Normally the solution […]
Airalo Review 2026: Our Verdict After Six Years of Travel eSIMs
Jess and I have been using Airalo eSIMs since 2019, not long after the company launched, and we’ve relied on them across Uganda, Rwanda, Europe, the USA and, most recently, Barbados. Airalo has been my daily-data eSIM in the States for over two years now. So this is a review built on real, repeated use […]