Beyond mining: Discover why Kitwe, Zambia, is worth exploring
When people think of Zambia, destinations such as Victoria Falls and South Luangwa National Park frequently come to mind, writes Travel News Blitz’s Tabitha Kongo.
However, nestled in the heart of the Copperbelt Province is Kitwe - a city that offers you a unique experience of the “kopala” culture and warm Zambian hospitality.
Kitwe is known to be the second largest city after Lusaka in terms of population size. It is also the third largest city when it comes to infrastructure development after Lusaka and Ndola.
Kitwe has mineral production of copper, cobalt and emerald. The city has advanced from mining production into a blooming commercial and social hub.
Whether you are travelling for business, leisure, or simply cruising through Zambia past its tourist attractions, you are sure to be engulfed by the wealth of experiences that Kitwe has to offer.
Triple Olympic champion Pete Reed on the journey from gold medals to rebuilding life after paralysis
Pete Reed’s life has been shaped by three very different chapters: Olympic dominance, military service and recovery from life-changing injury.
A three-time Olympic gold medallist, former Royal Navy commander and one of Britain’s most decorated rowers, Reed built his first career on discipline, pressure and elite performance.
In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Pete Reed discusses overcoming adversity, performing under extreme pressure, learning to fail, and why care sits at the heart of effective leadership.
Travel news: 17 in Slovenia, 18 in Spain - A backpacker’s guide to Europe
From tourist attractions to embarrassing mistakes, Travel News Blitz’s Abbie Latymer reflects on her month-long bildungsroman journey that transitioned her into adulthood.
Travel news: A first-timer’s guide to Venice - Where to visit, what to do and more
From cobbled streets to unforgettable gondola rides, here’s what you need to know before visiting Venice.
Twisting alleyways, canals that glisten in the sun, and the rich aroma of freshly baked Italian pastries drifting through the air. Tranquillity covers every corner of Venice.
And yet, this is only a glimpse of what the city has to offer, writes Travel News Blitz’s Harry Perdios.
Located in the northeast of Italy, Venice is truly a city on water. Spreading over 126 small islands, connected by 472 bridges and a maze of bending canals that connect historic neighbourhoods.
Marathon Des Sables finisher Luke Tyburski: ‘The toughest step I ever took was backwards’
Luke Tyburski was a professional footballer before injury ended the career he had spent years chasing. What followed was a 10-year battle with depression that twice left him standing on a bridge, not wanting to live anymore.
He stepped back both times.
That decision became the start of a different kind of fight. Luke later moved into ultra-endurance sport, completing the Marathon des Sables, the brutal desert race across the Sahara, as well as The Ultimate Triathlon and The 500 Man Triathlon.
In this exclusive interview with the Inspirational Leadership Speakers Agency, Luke discusses the darkest moments of his depression, why pushing beyond your comfort zone can reveal what you are capable of, and why speaking up is often the first serious step towards rebuilding your life.
Travel tips: What to see and do whilst visiting the Polish city of Gdansk
Gdansk, a historic port city in Poland, offers a quirky experience of both the hustle and bustle of a city and the tranquillity of a magnificent coastline on the Baltic Sea.
There is a reason why Gdansk is one of the most visited cities in Poland, with over three million visitors each year, writes Travel News Blitz’s Bianca Wright.
Known for the battle of Westerplatte, where the German forces attacked the Polish military by targeting the transit depot, enabling successful entry into Poland and marking the start of World War II.
The city is a place that will arouse your senses, whether your trip is to venture back in history, exploring museums and historic buildings or hitting vibrant streets full of delicious food, shops, street performers or hitting the waves of the Baltic Sea with a surfboard.
Inside the 100-Mile Mind: Matt Young on failure, endurance and mental resilience
Matt Young is a mental resilience speaker, former professional footballer and ultra-marathon runner whose work begins where comfort ends.
In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Matt Young explores the mental side of ultra-marathon running, how failure can become a learning process, and why true potential often sits behind the blocks people place in their own minds.
Travel guide: A love letter to Cyprus - Where to stay, what to eat and more
From Aphrodite to breathtaking beaches, there is a reason Cyprus is called the island of love, because you will fall in love with it all, writes Travel News Blitz’s Harry Perdios.
Picture this, a refreshing, salt-laced breeze slipping through your hair, an iced-cold piña colada grazing your lips, and the peaceful hush of the waves on the golden coastline.
This isn’t the Maldives, nor the Bahamas. This is Cyprus, the Jewel of the Mediterranean.
Travel news: A first-timer’s guide to Tokyo - Where to stay, what to pack and more
Between the cherry blossoms and bottles of sake, this is what you need to know before visiting Tokyo, writes Travel News Blitz’s Harry Perdios.
There is something rather magical and refreshing about visiting somewhere that changes your perspective on the world.
Tokyo is one of those places.
Whether it’s a quiet stroll through ancient gardens or a peaceful cup of matcha that leaves you reflecting on the person you will become when you return home.
Adventure expert Mark Denton reveals the three rules that help teams survive storms at sea and in business
Mark Denton is an adventure and exploration expert, leadership speaker and former BT Global Challenge skipper whose work is shaped by one of the toughest tests in professional sailing: leading a team of amateur crew members around the world against prevailing winds and currents.
Before developing his keynote, Navigate the Storm, Mark completed more than 80,000 nautical miles at sea and led people from different ages, backgrounds and nationalities through extreme conditions, competitive pressure and constant change. His experience gives him a practical view of teamwork, psychological safety and decision-making under pressure.
In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Mark discusses how he entered sailing later than many would expect, what the Global Challenge taught him about leadership, why “safe, happy and fast” became central to team performance, and how lessons from the ocean can help businesses navigate disruption and change.
Travel news: The souvenirs you don’t pack
By the end of your trip, your bag is fuller than when you left, filled with receipts you meant to throw away, postcards you never got around to sending, and clothes that somehow multiplied along the way.
You bring these things home, unpack them, and watch as they slowly settle into the background of your life, writes Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather.
Travel analysis: How has the BBC show Race Across The World influenced how we travel?
Travel is continuously evolving and reaching wider audiences, through the content boom of ‘travel influencers’ and the ever-easier methods of reaching further afield destinations.
But, shows like Race Across The World bring travel on a global scale back to its more simplistic roots, encouraging generations of people to adapt the way they experience the world around them.
Race Across The World first aired on the BBC in 2019, and is now on its sixth series, writes Travel News Blitz’s Chloe Willis.
‘You change or you drown’: Lewis Pugh on surviving the world’s most brutal swims
Lewis Pugh has built a career by going where very few people would dare.
A record-holding endurance swimmer, UN Patron of the Oceans and founder of the Lewis Pugh Foundation, he is known for pushing the limits of human endurance in some of the world’s harshest waters.
In this exclusive interview with the High Performance Speakers Agency, Lewis Pugh reflects on where his passion for swimming began, the toughest journeys of his career, and the mindset that has helped him keep going through fear, fatigue and uncertainty.
Travel tips: Things to see and do in Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest of Spain’s Balearic Islands, is known for its capital city, Palma, sandy coastlines, vibrant nightlife, festivals and the breathtaking Serra de Tramuntana mountains.
With over 13 million tourists each year, whether you choose to visit for a family getaway, a romantic couples break or a party with friends, the Island offers something for everyone.
Once you step into the city of Palma, your senses will receive a real treat with the combination of architecture and culture dating back centuries, writes Travel News Blitz’s Bianca Wright.
Travel news: Coming home a stranger
Returning home after your travels holds a certain weight.
For many, it’s a welcome feeling, going back to familiar places and the people they love. For others, it’s harder, marked by the quiet reluctance of leaving something behind.
But what’s often overlooked is the reality of coming home a stranger, writes Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather.
Astronaut reveals the hidden danger of space travel most people never see coming
Michael Foale brings the kind of perspective few people can match.
A veteran of six space missions, he spent more than 374 days in orbit and built a career at the sharp end of human spaceflight, from shuttle missions and spacewalks to long-duration life aboard Mir and the International Space Station.
In this exclusive interview with the Inspirational Leadership Speakers Agency, Michael Foale reflects on what nearly a year in orbit taught him about resilience, teamwork and risk, and why the realities of space travel are often far more demanding than people on Earth realise.
Travel news: Bikepacking - The world on two wheels
A gust of wind rustles through the trees beside you. Fresh air hits your face as morning dew dampens your tyres, leaving faint tracks behind you.
The day is young, and there are miles still to cover before you reach your resting spot for the night. But instead of fear, you feel excitement, wondering what the journey ahead will bring.
Everything you need is with you. Nothing more, nothing less, writes Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather.
Travel has always been about freedom: the freedom to explore, discover, and connect.
In recent years, a new style of adventure has captured the imagination of outdoor enthusiasts and wanderers alike: bikepacking.
Andy Pag on what sustainable travel gets wrong, and where real change starts
Few people have tested the limits of sustainable travel as relentlessly as Andy Pag. A former BBC journalist, TEDx speaker and hands-on eco-adventurer, he has spent years turning bold ideas into real-world experiments, from waste-fuelled vehicles to low-carbon journeys across continents.
In this exclusive interview with the Sustainability Speakers Agency, Andy Pag reflects on the journeys that shaped his thinking, the limits of technological fixes, and why genuine curiosity still matters when tackling global environmental challenges.
Travel news: Watching the world go by - The beauty of train travel
There's something unique about watching the world unfold from a train window, writes Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather.
Unlike a plane, where tiny windows frame nothing but clouds for hours, or a car, where the road demands your full attention, a train invites you to sit back and observe, to watch landscapes transform, and to share part of your journey with strangers, each of them quietly heading somewhere of their own.
Travel news: Seven tips on how to make the most of staying in a hostel
Hostels have come a long way from what they used to be - paper-thin mattresses on a squeaky bunk bed, toes touching some strangers next to you, and one bathroom between 20.
Whether you are planning your first-ever trip using hostels or just want to ensure you choose correctly, these tips by Travel News Blitz’s Freya Leather will help you get the most out of your stay.