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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger

@some1elsescountry.bsky.social
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Travel writing and musings for adventurers low on time but high on Wanderlust Bylines: BBC Travel, CN Traveler, T+L, The Independent, Newsweek and others 119 - and counting - countries. Next up: 🇨🇦🇹🇳🇩🇪 ✍️ www.someoneelsescountry.com ✍️

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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
The Tower of London is on everyone’s first-time bucket list. But the most memorable way to experience it is long after closing time when the crowds have dispersed. More at my latest blog below… www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/the-tow...
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The Tower of London By Night
“Right, you’re all my prisoners now.” As welcomes go, this is a little hair-raising. Entering the Tower of London on any occasion is to come face-to-face with a who’s who of English history and the sn...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
This will always be my favourite place in England - Bamburgh beach at sunset. #travelwriter #visitnorthumberland #bamburgh #traveladdict #bestofbritish
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
My latest story - for The Indy - on underrated Umbria 🇮🇹🇮🇹 One of my favourite trips this year! #travelwriter #traveljournalist #bellaitalia #visitumbria www.independent.co.uk/travel/europ...
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These little-visited Umbrian cities are as charming as Florence for a city break
Tired of the busy streets of Tuscany, Phil Thomas discovers remarkable cathedrals, volcanic tunnels and exceptional wines in Assisi and Orvieto
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
….but…blue passports 🙄!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Ha - did I make it that obvious?!?
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Despite being 38C most of the time, seriously impressed with Albania 🇦🇱
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Another day, another Brexit premium 🙄
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Put your hands up for #Detroit! A - genuinely - lovely city. The Ford Museum is one of the best on Earth, the backstreet alley bars are genius and there’s a civic pride that you don’t see in many cities. All you could ask for in a city! #travelwriter #traveladdict @puremichigan1.bsky.social
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
The afternoon tea at running fox cafe was superb!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/travel/artic... New article for BBC travel on the ever-so-British unwritten rules that govern #Wimbledon. Tell me what I've missed! #travelwriter #journalist
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A Wimbledon etiquette guide for first-time visitors
From respecting The Queue to navigating Centre Court, these are the customs every international traveller to Wimbledon should know before they go.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
Food tour of #Northumberland with Experience North East England. Can confirm, bloody lovely #travelwriter #traveladdict
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Introduced by an acquaintance - it’s a pretty spectacular location!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Last month - Everyone’s avoiding Spain because of EES MELTDOWNS (scroll down if you don’t believe me) Now - Everyone’s going to Spain, as it’s not going up in flames, EES be damned Next month - blah, blah, overtourism, blah, clickbait, blah www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #travelwriter
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Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East
The European country had 9.1 million international visitors in April, the most ever for that month.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
I could get used to this summer office! Borgo Antichio, a former monastery dating back to the 1440s just outside Assisi. #travelblogger #travelwriter #traveladdict
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Actually me (minus the inspiring bit obvs!) I’ve been working with @jamesdurston.bsky.social on “Get Published in 90 Days” - resources for new travel writers, link below. Also a great community of writers at all career stages. DM me with any Qs 👍 www.skool.com/travel-writi... #travelwriter
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
www.wanderwithwonder.com/madrid-tapas... If you’re going to do a tapas crawl in Madrid, learn from the locals. No crappy tourist sangria in sight here! Latest article for Wander With Wonder #travelwriter #travelblogger #traveladdict
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How to Experience a Traditional Madrid Tapas Crawl Like a Local
Follow a local through Madrid's famous Calle de Ponzano and discover the food, drinks, traditions, and etiquette behind an authentic Madrid tapas crawl.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
metro.co.uk/2026/06/07/s... Oh, just wait until the World Cup starts and FIFA get their claws into pricing.
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'Scandalous' drink prices at England's World Cup warm-up game shock fans
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Unsure we should jump to conclusions just yet but interesting that EES panic (overstated but not if it happens to you!) is driving tourism behaviour. Of course if twats hadn’t voted for Brexit , this wouldn’t even be a thing! #travelwriter #travelblogger www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/new...
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Why Brits are ditching Spain this summer – and where they are going instead
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Long weekend in the happiest country on Earth…wasn’t hard to see why 🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮 Cottage with private beach, jetty and kayaks/rowboats less than 2hrs out of Helsinki #traveladdict #visitfinland #travelblogger
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Tarragona is bloody lovely - absolutely worth a visit from Barcelona or a laid back base in its own right. #traveladdicts #travelblogger
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Yet again, you get what you voted for… www.lbc.co.uk/article/brit...
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Brits travelling to Europe over Easter face 'two-hour' passport queues due to post-Brexit ID checks | LBC
British holidaymakers travelling over Easter will face long queues as new EU entry rules come into effect.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
“The airport, which wanted to encourage travellers to use public transport, said "kiss and fly" stops were the least environmentally friendly, requiring four car journeys per flight.” Gaslighting par excellence from #Stansted here. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Stansted Airport drop-off fees increase to £28 for 15 minutes
A spokesperson says it wants customers to use greener methods like public transport.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
"Surprise!!" said nobody. Please, no more lectures from influencers in the Middle East on freedom of speech in Europe! www.turkiyetoday.com/region/qatar...
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Qatar arrests 313 foreigners over filming, misinformation amid Iran attacks - Türkiye Today
Qatari officials urged residents to obtain information only from approved official sources
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
For everyone who loves France but wants to venture out from the biggest cities, my latest blog post. Caution - contains a large number of wine references and recommendations! www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/frances...
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France’s Best Kept Secrets: A Quick Guide
France’s most famous cities, Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, are magnificent, but they’re hardly secrets. Their magic and attractions – the Eiffel Tower, gastronomic excellence and some of the best wine on the...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Thoughts and prayers....but absolutely no taxpayer money spent repatriating these people.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
There can’t be many more spectacular locations than a Winter Olympic host venue. Had an absolute blast across Cortina, Predazzo and Tesero - bravo Italia for a superb job. 🇮🇹 #milanocortina2026 #travelwriter
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
48hrs in the City of Fury with the opportunity to see Uruguay too? Sign me up. New blog now live 🇺🇾🇦🇷🇺🇾🇦🇷🇺🇾🇦🇷🇺🇾🇦🇷 www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/48-hour...
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48 Hours in Buenos Aires – Welcome To The City of Fury
The first time I came to Argentina’s capital, I hit the city like a freight train and felt like it hit me right back…it’s not a city that does things in half-measures.It’s a city that rewards attentio...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
There's very little not to like about food tours or road trips, especially in somewhere as rich in culinary storytelling as Louisiana. Read my latest article for Wander With Wonder below to find out more.... www.wanderwithwonder.com/louisiana-ca...
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Louisiana Cajun Food Road Trip
Follow the river from New Orleans to Lafayette for the best gumbo, po'boys, and jambalaya on this Louisiana Cajun food road trip.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
I bow before anyone who’s ever got a roller bag onto EasyJet for £5.99! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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EasyJet ad banned for claiming bags available for £5.99
The airline said the fact there were no bags available for less than £5.99 meant the claim was not misleading.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Vegas tourist numbers are their worst in decades. Not a unique issue in US tourism context but I have zero sympathy for hotel chains wringing their hands while charging exorbitant resort fees for WiFi, pool access and theit invariably crappy micro-gyms. www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article...
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Significant Downturn in Las Vegas Visitor Numbers Marks Sharpest Decline in Two Decades - Travel And Tour World
Las Vegas is experiencing its most significant tourism decline in twenty years, analyzing the economic shifts and changing travel patterns impacting the city.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
Could not agree more!!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
My last visit to New Orleans was a rapid one, less than 24hrs in the Big Easy. Assuming you’re willing to risk sore feet and an even worse head - here’s my Flying Visit guide to the most intoxicating city on Earth. #travelblogger #travelblogshare www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/24-hour...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The food for sure but more so the number of parks and green spaces…enjoyable contrast to the coast and more barren mountains nearby.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Spent the week escaping to warmer weather…adding #Elche “Spain’s Oasis” to my list of new favourite European cities. #traveladdicts #travelblogshare #travelblogger
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Starting 2026 by saying bollocks to dry January 🍷🇳🇿 The End of the World Tastes Like Pinot - new article for Food, Wine and Travel magazine fwtmagazine.com/the-end-of-t... #travelwriter #travelblogger #traveladdicts
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The End of The World Tastes Like Pinot:  A Wine Tour of Central Otago, New Zealand - Food, Wine & Travel
Phil Thomas embarks on a Central Otago Wine Tour through a landscape more commonly known for Lord of the Rings and outdoor adventure tourism.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
That’s a good idea, suspect we’ll all need to start doing that soon
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Final blog of 2025…obligatory look-forward but not the obvious ones! 12 Months, 12 Destinations: Where to go in 2026 Featuring 🇩🇿🇮🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇦🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇳🇴🇫🇴🇬🇪🇦🇱🇺🇸🇪🇸🇪🇪 Happy New Year and may your travels be epic in 2026! #travelblogshare #travelblogger #traveladdicts
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
We all see the pictures of New Year in the big cities - fireworks, ball drops etc… But some cities have more interesting quirks - from throwing furniture out the window to 8hr open air pub crawls. New blog now live. #traveladdicts #travelblogshare www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/europea...
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Three, Two, One...JUMP: Unusual European New Year Destinations
If you think New Year’s Eve is just fireworks and tepid fizz, Europe is here to gently correct you.Across the continent, cities mark the turning of the year with rituals that are eccentric, communal a...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Wishing you all a very happy Christmas from across the miles 🎄🎅🏼🥂
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Nailed it! Losing access to the Erasmus scheme was one of the biggest - amongst many candidates - fuck ups of Brexit.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Ah fantastic, I’ll keep an eye out. One of my biggest regrets is not drinking coffee as I’ve heard how good the Guatemalan version is!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Going next year - saved blog for future reference. AMAZING pictures btw!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Love these!!
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
If winter has you hankering after longer days, how about perpetual daylight for four months of the year? Welcome to Svalbard, the northernmost “visitable” place on Earth… Latest piece for Wander With Wonder www.wanderwithwonder.com/exploring-sv... #travelwriter #travelblogger #traveladdict
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Tis the season for Christmas markets. All over Europe. Literally everywhere. But how do you actually enjoy them without the requirement to sharpen your elbows to get anywhere near the Gluehwein? New festive blog live #travelblogger #travelblogshare www.someoneelsescountry.com/post/tips-fo...
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Survive and Thrive: Five Tips for European Christmas Markets
If you’ve ever imagined European Christmas markets as softly glowing winter wonderlands where snowflakes fall around you, mulled wine warms your hands, and crowds part like the Red Sea, allow me to of...
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Austria says happy St Nicholas’ Day - mind the Krampus (who reimagins utterly terrifying!) 👹 #travelblogger #traveladdicts #froheweihnachten
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Taking advantage of literally the only day of passable weather in the last three weeks to get out to lovely #Aldeburgh on the #suffolk coast. Really should write some more UK content for the blog! #travelblogger #traveladdicts
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
….and now I feel ancient 🫣 Although seeing Sister Bliss spin this at Glastonbury will always be one of my musical highlights.
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Spent a couple of Thanksgivings stateside and nothing will compare to the views from Angel’s Landing in Zion NP - 2021 (two weeks after the borders opened!) Happy Thanksgiving to all those celebrating 🦃 #travelscapes #traveladdicts #travelblogger
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Phil Thomas | Travel Writer & Blogger @some1elsescountry.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
North Korea wants a word.
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