by Andrew Hempstead | Feb 25, 2026 | Banff, Canadian Rockies, New editions
The 12th edition of my Canadian Rockies guidebook has recently ben published. Updated through the summer of 2025, there were a significant number of important changes revolving around booking procedures, access to popular attractions, and trail access. Because the...
by Andrew Hempstead | Oct 25, 2025 | Blog, Europe, Travelwriting
I recently returned from the Frankfurt Bookfair. With over 4,000 exhibitors from around the world spread through six multi-story halls, it’s the world’s largest trade fair for book publishers. And what an event! Aside from a couple of meetings, I spent an...
by Andrew Hempstead | Aug 25, 2025 | Blog, Canadian Rockies, Coffeetable book
My first Canadian Rockies coffee table book was published 15 years ago by Summerthought Publishing. This year, the company published a new version of the book, with new photos and captions. It is designed as a souvenir of the Canadian Rockies, featuring photos of the...
by Andrew Hempstead | Jun 7, 2025 | New editions, Newfoundland & Labrador
On 1 April 2025, the newest edition of my Newfoundland and Labrador guidebook by Moon Travel Guides was published. It was busy schedule researching this newest edition as the province has seen a surprising number of changes (for the better) in recent years as it...
by Andrew Hempstead | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog, Canada
As a former academy member of Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants I’ve had a chance to eat at many great dining rooms around the world, but, for me at least, the most renowned restaurants don’t always equate to the most memorable dining experiences....