Where To Go in April 2023
Travel Begins at 40 has scanned the globe to collate our tips on where to go in April from Argentina to Mozambique, and from Washington DC to Yangon. If March…
Angkor Wat to Phnom Penh: Things To Do in Cambodia
Looking for an adventure that’s off the beaten path? Look no further than Cambodia. This beautiful Southeast Asian country has a rich history, vibrant culture, and a wealth of exciting…
Where to Travel for Veganuary 2023
Whether it is for ethical reasons or health, increasingly large numbers of people are turning towards veganism. According to the Veganuary website 620,000 people tried being vegan last January, from…
Esoteric Worldwide Festivals for 2023
As we enter the new year, Mark Bibby Jackson provides a guide to worldwide festivals for 2023. From voodoo in West Africa to miraculous lords and Hampshire watercress, here is…
9 Festivals in January 2023 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in January 2023 across the Globe, from Benin to the Shetlands, so wherever you are there is no reason to avoid…
5 Wonderful Festivals of Lights Not to Be Missed
The symbolic power of light has always played a powerful role in the world’s many cultural and religious traditions. But apart from their traditional significance, festivals of lights are also…
7 Unmissable Global Festivals in November
From the Day of the Dead to Christmas markets and Thanksgiving, November is a month that celebrates the emergence of winter. Here is our selection of the best festivals in…
Getting Ready for a Trip to Thailand
There’s no doubt that Thailand is an incredible tourist hotspot filled with captivating panoramas, culturally diverse people, unique delicacies, and lively culture. But, first and foremost, Thailand is a Kingdom….
Luxury Guide to Indonesia Holidays for Over 40s
Travelling in your forties is not the same as travelling in your twenties. Instead of spending your nights partying, you will probably choose to unwind in your hotel room and…
7 Unmissable Global Festivals in October
From two of the most important festivals in the Indian calendar, to sausage festivals in Lincoln and Weimar, October is a month full of fun. Here is our selection of…
7 UK Festivals in September 2022
To music on a Holy Island to Derby’s biggest street festival, read Travel Begins at 40’s round-up of the best UK festivals in September 2022. UK Music Festivals in September…
Best Places to Party Around the World
Do you like partying with your friends? Are you looking for some of the popular party cities for your next vacation tour? And, by ‘party city,’ we aren’t only talking…
Love And Luxury: The Trips To Take For A Taste Of True Opulence
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of luxury. Whether it’s the first-class seat on a cross-continental flight or the Presidential Suite at a 5-star hotel, luxury holidays are all about…
How To Stay Safe When Solo Travelling
Have you ever given any thought to going on a trip by yourself? There are a lot of advantages to solo travelling, such as the absence of any obligations to…
5 Thai Festivals That Will Change Your Life
Thailand is a place that many of us dream of going to. The Land of Smiles offers culture, nightlife, tradition and marvelous natural landscapes. That is why it appears on…
Street Photos of Jakarta Indonesia
Before the pandemic we took a walk through Jakarta’s bustling streets and captured these scenes of normal life in this crowded metropolis. Enjoy these street photos of Jakarta Indonesia. Fatahillah…
5 Fun Places to Visit in the World
Do you want to see some of the most beautiful heavenly sights on the planet? Take a look at some of the most exciting places to visit. There are lots…
Photographic Journey Through Flores Indonesia
Landing at Ende on the eastern side of Flores Indonesia we embarked on a five-day overland trip following the Trans-Flores Highway. At the end of the winding mountain roads our…
Sustainable Cruises: Rainforest Cruises
At Travel Begins at 40, we beleive it is important to highlight organisations that have sustainable tourism at their heart. Today we highlight Rainforest Cruises which provides bespoke responsible and…
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh: Modern Classical Cambodia
Mark Bibby Jackson at last checks into a property he has long coveted, and admits to be right royally impressed by the Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh. When I first moved…
7 Places You Need to Visit Before You Turn 40
If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s that life is meant to be lived. So now that borders are open, there’s never been a better time to visit all those…
Going Wild in the Cardamoms, Cambodia
Mark Bibby Jackson gets in tune with his inner self as he goes on an eco-tour in the Cardamom Mountains spending three nights under canvas in Wild Cambodia. It was…
A Travel Guide to Indonesia’s Best Islands
The Indonesia archipelago consists of more than 18 000 islands and each one of them offers unique experiences and natural landscapes. Their magnificent beaches, rice paddies and cultural villages make…
5 Reasons To Visit Cambodia Now
After returning from a recent visit to the Kingdom, Mark Bibby Jackson explains why you really should visit Cambodia now. Cambodia is a country that I love. I first came…