Cassam Looch

3 weeks ago | theculturetrip.com | Cassam Looch

I moseyed into town in typical ‘old west’ fashion by rail. The Canyon Spirit from Denver to Moab was the perfect introduction to the distinctive red rocks of Utah and offered me plenty of time to research the ultimate road trip for cinephiles. The sheer size of the state makes it virtually impossible to do everything in one go, so I had to be selective. I certainly knew which spots were the must-see ones (for me), but I also trusted my local guide to pick out a few more.

1 month ago | theculturetrip.com | Cassam Looch

Having lived in Walthamstow for more decades than I care to remember, it’s safe to say I’ve seen pretty much everything change here. The old cinema where I watched my first ever film fell into years of disrepair but has now bounced back and been transformed into a world-class theatre. High-rise apartments seem to sprout up every month, replacing rundown shopping centres, and national publications keep telling everyone that this is the best neighbourhood in the city.

1 month ago | theculturetrip.com | Cassam Looch

There are many reasons to visit Rome. Millions of annual travellers to the Italian capital go in search of iconic landmarks, authentic cuisine and a chance to soak up the inherent culture of the historic city. For Catholics this is also one of the holiest places in the world, and 2025 marks one of the holiest years to visit. The Jubilee – usually known as the Vatican Jubilee – occurs once every 25 years.

1 month ago | theculturetrip.com | Cassam Looch

Culture Trip’s Cassam Looch catches the first Eurostar train to Paris and is back home in north London in time for dinner. Just how much can you do in a few hours and is it worth it? When the Channel Tunnel first launched in 1994 it was heralded as a modern engineering marvel. Connecting the UK to mainland Europe I remember the sales pitch at the time being framed around the enticing prospect of having breakfast at home in London and then lunch in Paris.

1 month ago | theculturetrip.com | Cassam Looch

Naples remains a busy if slightly overlooked tourist destination. Fewer people still think of visiting neighbouring island Procida, but Culture Trip’s Cassam Looch thinks it’s high time you put both on your Italian itinerary this year. Combining all the great passions of Naples Having previously visited Naples, and made no secret of my love for the gritty city, I knew I would be back someday.