Mark Bibby Jackson

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Mark Bibby Jackson

Before setting up Travel Begins at 40, Mark was the publisher of AsiaLIFE Cambodia and a freelance travel writer. When he is not packing and unpacking his travelling bag, Mark writes novels, including To Cook A Spider and Peppered Justice. He loves walking, eating, tasting beer, isolation and arthouse movies, as well as talking to strangers on planes, buses and trains whenever possible. Most at home when not at home. Mark is a member and director of communications of the British Guild of Travel Writers (BGTW).
11 Unmissable Italy Festivals for 2024

11 Unmissable Italy Festivals for 2024

When you think of Italy perhaps it’s the centuries of culture or the wonderful cuisine that first springs to mind. Or perhaps the breath-taking scenery. But what of the many…

Sloane Place Chelsea Restaurant Review

Sloane Place Chelsea Restaurant Review

Mark Bibby Jackson reviews the restaurant at Sloane Place Chelsea investigating both main and Veganuary menus. January is traditionally a time for people to turn over new leaves. Whether it…

Things To Do in Latvia: Five Cities in Five Days

Things To Do in Latvia: Five Cities in Five Days

On his first visit to the Baltic nations, Mark Bibby Jackson visits Gulbene, Valka, Valmiera, Cēsis and Riga while discovering the things to do in Latvia in five days. Many…

Art Yard Bar & Kitchen Review

Art Yard Bar & Kitchen Review

Mark Bibby Jackson reviews the Art Yard Bar & Kitchen, Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection, and discovers a comforting and refreshing experience. There was a time you would never consider eating…

The Motive and the Cue Review

The Motive and the Cue Review

Mark Bibby Jackson reviews The Motive and the Cue at the Noel Coward Theatre. Motive and the Cue is a play about contrast. Jack Thorne’s play directed by Sam Mendes…

Christmas Travel Gifts : Ideas and Inspiration

Christmas Travel Gifts : Ideas and Inspiration

Looking for the perfect Christmas gifts to set your friends and family on the right track? Look no further. Travel Begins at 40 has your Christmas Travel Gifts covered, as…

The Artist’s Journey Review

The Artist’s Journey Review

Mark Bibby Jackson reviews The Artist’s Journey, The Travels That Inspired the Artistic Greats, a book by Travis Elborough published by White Lion Publishing. I must admit to being partial…

Connor Burns Vertigo Review

Connor Burns Vertigo Review

Mark Bibby Jackson reviews Connor Burns at the Soho Theatre London, part of the Scottish comedian’s Vertigo tour. It is not often that I come home from a comedy gig…

132 Essential Case Pro by GRAMS28 Review

132 Essential Case Pro by GRAMS28 Review

Mark Bibby Jackson tries out the 132 Essential Case Pro by GRAMS28. Earlier this year, I was fortunate to try the 154 City Pack by GRAMS28. This is where I…

Slow Travel in Horsens and Kystlandet Denmark

Slow Travel in Horsens and Kystlandet Denmark

After visiting Frederiksberg Copenhagen Mark Bibby Jackson takes the train to Horsens to explore slow travel in Horsens and Denmark’s Coastal Land, or Kystlandet. I have been a devotee of…

Kanishka by Atul Kochhar New Menu Review

Kanishka by Atul Kochhar New Menu Review

Mark Bibby Jackson tastes the new menu at Kanishka Mayfair to discover a refreshing take on the capital’s Indian restaurant cuisine. When I heard that Kanishka restaurant had launched a…

Romantically Local Frederiksberg Copenhagen

Romantically Local Frederiksberg Copenhagen

Mark Bibby Jackson visits Frederiksberg Copenhagen, a district with a very local feel, wonderful cuisine and a very special art space. Copenhagen has had the reputation for being a foodie…