We arrived expecting jagged peaks and chocolate. We left with slower weekends, happier children, and a completely recalibrated relationship with time. Here is what the brochures rarely tell you: Switzerland isn't just a destination; it's a remedy. From Angle Grinders to Alpine Silence We moved to Zurich after five years in London. My children were "proper" Londoners—armed with cockney accents, a white-knuckle grip on their backpacks, and a deep-seated suspicion of any strange

I’ve spent twenty years writing and editing travel content – for magazines, hotels, tourism boards, and my own projects. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: poetic copy and beautiful photos are not enough. The best travel content doesn’t just look good. It makes people take action – whether that’s booking a trip, clicking an affiliate link, or trusting the brand enough to come back. Here’s what actually works when you’re writing travel content that converts: Sta

I started Kleio at my kitchen table with nothing but a laptop, an awesome network of freelance contacts from my Tatler days, and a lot of optimism. At first it felt magical. I printed business cards for all of us, we pitched together, and we genuinely believed we were bringing something new to Hong Kong – a proper dedicated content agency with London-level standards and strong local talent who could deliver both English and Chinese content. We quickly discovered the harsh rea

The ultimate easy getaways for busy Hong Kongers this year When life in Hong Kong feels too fast, sometimes you just need to a quick escape to a place with beautiful views, a slower pace, and a chance to reconnect with nature and history. Here are three of my favourite short trips that never fail to reset me. Chiang Mai, Thailand Chiang Mai is my gentle reset. It’s cooler than Bangkok, slower, and somehow both spiritual and laid-back at the same time. The moment I drive thr

Three Practices I Learnt from My Year with the Swedes Stockholm, where I learnt the power of nature, balance and coffee with cinnamon buns! I arrived in Sweden expecting the crystal-clear lakes, magical pine forests, and sweeping slabs of granite that create jaw-dropping scenery. As a journalist, I’d done my research and thought I knew what to expect. What I wasn’t prepared for was how profoundly the Swedish way of life would teach me about living well. Swedish people are so