Lockerbie, Scotland: A Short Stop, A Big Impression
Allan visited the site of the Lockerbie plane sabotage and crash of 1988. Most of us have forgotten this tragic incident, but a walk through the memorial garden will bring it back - as it should.
History
Under the Arches at Pule Arena, the Heart of Croatia’s Roman Ruins
Beneath the Istrian sun lies a 2,000-year-old stone skeleton. Explore the Pula Arena, recall the brutality of the Roman games, and learn some history through the limestone pillars and underground chambers.
With the Sámi in Swedish Lapland
Read about Allan and Ingrid's journey 100km north of Arvidsjaur to a Sámi reindeer farm. Explore the deep-rooted connection between the Sámi people and the Arctic forest, and how history affects lives and traditions.
Trading Tracks for Trails: Dad and Daughter Saddle Up for a Historic Ride
Follow Muz and his daughter as they swap their dusty boots for saddles, and a five day horse riding trek along the historic Brisbane Valley Rail Trail from Lowood to Blackbutt.
Vietnamese History Stares Me in the Face
A recent visit to Vietnam delivers Muz some lessons to broaden his understanding of its history and people, and challenge some of the things he thought he knew.
Go to Malta, See the George Cross
The National War Museum at Fort St Elmo, just outside of Valetta, provides insight into the courage and determination of the Maltese people during World War 2. Getting there is a big part of the enjoyment. Bring sunscreen.