Wednesday 9th July

Arrived in UK. And there you have it, nine and a half months of travel. I have had the most wonderful time, regret nothing and am very grateful to all the people I have met on my travels. They have enhanced my trip, made me laugh, persuaded me to jump out of trees ninety feet in the air, climb mountains, swim with sharks and shared a glass of wine or two, as well. If any of you are still reading this, thank you all.

It is impossible to pin point the highlight of my trip. Everything has mostly been amazing but all so different. Most places have a certain charm or provide interest. It has been an wonderful journey and I feel very privileged and lucky to have had the opportunity to undertake this trip. Who knows what will happen next - there could be another diary one day! Til then ....