Alix Norman

Fascinated by the sky since he was a child one local storm chaser says the activity is more dangerous than you might think. ALIX NORMAN finds out what it takes ...

Covid has caused a massive rise in mental health concerns. Alix Norman meets a young ‘singwriter’ who’s addressing the issue through her music “Last winter, my mental health was ...

Sounds like a folk band or a Harry Potter book, but St Vincent and the Grenadines is actually a rather gorgeous southern Caribbean nation. Think tropical jungle, white-sand beaches and ...

I want to BE Jessica Fletcher. I want to be a Fairisle-clad mystery writer/amateur detective living in Cabot Cove! Always providing I’m not one of the town’s 60 ...

Agriculture is largely responsible for getting Cyprus to where it is today. A new theme park will reflect the history of cultivation on the island and provide a full experience, ...

A new book of music and album aims to present popular Greek tunes in a new way – for the classical guitar. Alix Norman finds out more, plus how to win ...

Next Sunday is not only Easter but also marks World Laughter Day. ALIX NORMAN finds out why a good giggle is exactly what we need right now While those who ...

In the creation myths of Japan, Shōdoshima was among the first islands born to and blessed by the gods. And its pristine beaches, unspoiled mountains and virgin forests are ...

A recent arrival to the island has travelled much of the world creating art that disappears in 24 hours. Alix Norman meets a man who is putting a new spin on ...

A travel addict and former tour guide describes her experiences in a fascinating new podcast. Alix Norman tags along on her Most Memorable Journeys, and is transported to a wealth ...

Ponies, crofters, fair isle. This is the Shetland Islands and, up here in the wilds of the north Atlantic, everything’s shorter, hardier, and built to last! The 100-plus islands ...

The Raw Expat blog is a godsend for families abroad. ALIX NORMAN discovers how its author is helping those far from home find health and happiness “I’m not the ...

€30,000 saved or spent? Alix Norman asks Cyprus residents how the pandemic has affected their finances The average working Brit has saved £300 per month during the pandemic, according to the Bank ...

Let’s get cold – really cold! On the Svalbard archipelago, midway between the northern coast of Norway and the North Pole, it’s currently -15 degrees even though, at this ...

Cyprus of decades past is brought to life in a collection of microfiction from Canadian-based author Susan Borgersen. Alix Norman discovers why, 70 years on, the memories remain so strong “I ...

Psychedelic realities, enigmatic avatars, virtual sex scenes – Alix Norman steps into the future of entertainment at Cyprus’ first VR festival The AVR made me walk into a wall. And out ...

Is this where the mobsters vacation? Alas, the name Mafia derives from the Arabic morfiyeh, meaning group or archipelago; the heaviest of heavies you’ll find on Mafia Island is ...

It used to be tourists. But now it’s residents who are exploring the island: savouring the true tastes of Cyprus. Like so many local ventures, Cyprus Taste Tours has ...

The ‘dearMoon’ project offers eight artists a place on SpaceX’s Starship, the first civilian lunar orbital mission. Alix Norman meets the Limassol pianist hoping to secure a seat Two ...

The Solomons is the world in technicolour: turquoise seas, cerulean skies, golden sands, and jade palms. It’s the original tropical paradise; a South Pacific dream in kaleidoscopic polychrome. While ...

As true members of the family, special days for dogs are often celebrated too. But where to get a special treat? Three places that offer cakes for pets Let them ...

“If you look at contemporary mathematics, it’s mostly hidden,” says Ioanna Georgiou. “It’s buried deep in aspects of programming and engineering, so sophisticated that only specialists in their ...

It doesn’t get more exotic than Mayotte! A land of abundant spices, unique flavours, and varying cuisines, this French overseas territory is part of the Comoros archipelago off south-east ...

Cheerleaders get a bad rep. According to Hollywood they’re all sex-crazed, pom-toting airheads on a killing spree – usually in the deep south. Cheer gives us the truth. And it ...