Tim Richards
Tim Richards fell into travel writing after living and teaching in Egypt and Poland. He’s a light packing obsessive, and is especially drawn to the former communist countries of Central and Eastern Europe.
Just the ticket: The best new rail journeys around the world
More choice in sleeper and daytime trains, a mega rail journey in Australia and a glamorous route to the French Alps are all on track.
- by Tim Richards
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No matter which train you take in this country, the journey is spectacular
Ah, Switzerland; the scenery is always a delight to look at, and even more so from its extensive railways.
- by Tim Richards
Move over, hobbits, the Time Lord has arrived in the Southern Hemisphere
A major Doctor Who exhibition has left the UK for the first time to go on show in Wellington, New Zealand.
- by Tim Richards
Eating my way around Port Phillip Bay by public transport
It’s possible to travel around the entire circumference of Port Phillip Bay by public transport – and eat well along the way.
- by Tim Richards
Why a trip to Venice must include a visit to this modern museum
There are other ways to sample the city’s pleasures than simply crowding into its most famous locations.
- by Tim Richards
The conflict that shook Spain’s most beautiful city
Though Barcelona is now renowned for its good food and impressive architecture, the city has a dark history.
- by Tim Richards
Opinion
Tips & advice
Travelling light means washing your clothes. Here’s why I love it
There’s no better way to blend into a new country than by using the local laundrette, particularly if there’s a watering hole nearby.
- by Tim Richards
Five of the world’s best new (or revamped) train journeys
A new version of the Orient Express, an extended Australian epic and high-speed trip through South-East Asia are some of the highlights.
- by Tim Richards
Opinion
Air travel
This is one of the saddest parts of travel
This year I picked up a new passport after spending 10 years – and many adventures – in the company of my old one.
- by Tim Richards
Nine must-do highlights of Fremantle, Western Australia
It’s impossible not to be charmed by this eclectic port suburb, also known as the gateway to Rottnest Island.
- by Tim Richards
Is there an Australian equivalent of a Eurail train pass? Sort of
There’s nothing more fun than a rail pass, and Australians may be surprised to learn that it’s possible to travel that way in our own country. Here’s how.
- by Tim Richards
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