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Steve McKenna

Steve McKenna

Travel writer

Steve McKenna is based in the UK, but is usually drawn to sunnier climes. He has a special affection for Mediterranean Europe, south-east Asia and Latin America.

The Castello di Montebello, one of three fortresses in UNESCO-listed Ticino’s capital.

The underrated region where Italian lifestyle meets Swiss efficiency

It was once an ordeal to get here, but Swiss engineering prowess has pierced a route with awe-inspiring road and rail tunnels.

  • Steve McKenna
The Circus and The Royal Crescent, two Bath icons.

Less than 15 minutes apart, these two UK cities are chalk and cheese

Bath and Bristol couldn’t be more different, but they complement each other delightfully. It’s a no-brainer to visit both.

  • Steve McKenna
Caernarfon Castle is one of the medieval wonders of Wales.

Wonders and whimsy in one of Britain’s most underrated regions

Medieval towns, dramatic coastal paths and breathtaking castles await in this enchanting corner of Wales.

  • Steve McKenna
Cruising the Nile with Viking is a bucket-list moment.

Twelve things that will surprise you about a Nile cruise

Reckon the Middle East is a no-go zone for tourists right now? Think again. The sights along Egypt’s lifeblood will amaze even the most seasoned traveller.

  • Steve McKenna
The medieval city of Rhodes.

Beautiful islands, lost cities and wonders: Three continents in a week

This cruise captures the imagination like few other adventures and all in just seven days.

  • Steve McKenna
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Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.

Formerly strife-torn, this is now one of Europe’s coolest cities

Northern Ireland’s capital is increasingly striking a chord with folk seeking culture, festivals and gigs.

  • Steve McKenna
Ponant’s Le Boreal.

The mysterious Scottish islands that are an artist’s dream

It’s little wonder artists, poets, hikers and photographers are drawn to this faraway archipelago, which splinters off Scotland’s north-east coast.

  • Steve McKenna
Hop-tastic bars flourish in and around Porto’s historic centre.

The charming riverside wine region in the midst of a craft beer boom

Viticulture has long dominated Portugal’s second city, but travellers who prefer beer (cerveja) are increasingly merry here.

  • Steve McKenna
Powis Gate, Old Aberdeen.

‘Edinburgh-lite’ and the other Scottish cities you must visit

With its good looks and epic festivals, Edinburgh gets most of the love – but Scotland has alternatives if you’ve already been to its glorious capital.

  • Steve McKenna
Spectacular audio-visuals shape the new Book of Kells Experience at Trinity College, Dublin.

One of Europe’s greatest treasures as you’ve never seen it before

A dramatic high-tech display of a 1200-year-old book is just one of the highlights that modern Dublin has to offer.

  • Steve McKenna

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