Alix Norman

A haven in more ways than one, the Cayman Islands are the largest self-governing British Overseas Territory in the western Caribbean in terms of population. Columbus, who discovered this tropical ...

The coronavirus has caused a second pandemic: anxiety. As mental health issues worldwide escalate, ALIX NORMAN looks at the latest in anti-anxiety tools (and how to get a discount) During ...

Alix Norman meets the founder of Cyprus’ first Christian record label, a young man who hopes to inspire peace, love and hope through gospel music Robavine Azangu was born in ...

One young man’s aim to launch a fashion line has seen him develop a movement in Cyprus to promote more sustainability around the clothes we wear. ALIX NORMAN meets ...

During corona, a British holiday let company with time to spare ran a study to find the most peaceful place in Britain. “We spent time thinking about what peace and ...

Chirokitia Eco Village aims be socially, culturally, economically and ecologically sustainable There’s one in Chololo, Tanzania. Another in Narara, Australia. You’ll find at least two in Italy (Damanhur ...

What began as a safe space has now become a little powerhouse producing items sold worldwide. Alix Norman finds out the story behind Refumade In a sleepy backstreet of Old ...

The scenery is gorgeous, the culture unique, and the food divine. And yet Caracas is probably the last place on Earth you’d want to live. Venezuela’s capital is ...

Perfectly maintained, individually named classic Volkswagen cars and campervans are available to hire for those seeking a taste of an easier time Welcome to the 1970s, where past perfect overpowers ...

Australia is the original island nation. Not merely because the country is, itself, the largest island in the world. But also because it boasts 8,222 isles of its own – for the ...

Larnaka: the Anthology provides a view of a multi-cultural town on the rise Let’s generalise a little, shall we? If you were a first-time visitor to Cyprus, you’d ...

The mountain village is known for its intricate lace work. ALIX NORMAN meets a woman who has transferred the art to cookies Lefkaritika is one of Cyprus’ oldest traditions – a ...

Inspired by Greek mythology, one mural painter describes his works as contemporary Byzantine painting, balancing realism and abstraction. Alix Norman meets him Fikos is halfway up a wall in Athens. “...

Never heard of the Sundarbans? Not surprising! This vast mangrove forest is hardly the Bangladeshi Brighton. In fact, it’s a place even the locals fear to live… Almost 10,000 square ...

Women of the 1920s and 30s made sacrifices hard to understand in modern times. ALIX NORMAN speaks to a man behind a series of drawings dedicated to them “Tales of ...

For 20 years, Animafest has brought together the industry’s best and brightest in the island’s villages. ALIX NORMAN finds out what makes Cyprus’ rural communities the ultimate animation destination ...

There are 10 states in the US in which the average family takes home more than $75,000, and it’s Maryland that, in 2021, topped the rich list. It’s largely thanks to ...

Hate me if you like, but Voyager is my favourite of the Star Treks. Of course I love the Original Series; nothing beats a great Spock. And I adore Next ...

Day 8 of vacation is when peak holiday happiness happens according to a new study, but any length break will do. Alix Norman finds out why you need to get away ...

By escaping reality and learning to touch in a positive way two people in Cyprus are trying to help trafficking victims and others overcome trauma through dance Dance as therapy. ...

Time to quit your job? Portugal’s Algarve region repeatedly tops the list of best places to retire, thanks to its sunny climes, coastal scenery and developed standard of living. ...

As the Olympics in Tokyo get underway (albeit with no spectators and reduced pomp), 23-year-old hopeful Marios Georgiou is Cyprus’ best hope for a medal in the artistic gymnastic events. ...

Move over Provence. Platres is the new Lavender Capital of the world! ALIX NORMAN finds out how one Cyprus village is renowned for the Queen of Herbs Prized for its ...

The newest freediving World Record was set right here in Cyprus earlier this month. Alix Norman finds out what it takes to be a champion freediver Freediving World Champion Jennifer ...