Sir Michael Palin is inviting readers to explore the Philippines through his latest travel book, chronicling an absorbing journey across the archipelago
The volume moves from Manila’s vast Smokey Mountain to the idyllic beaches of Cadlao Island, capturing the nation’s beauty, contrasts and everyday life
Palin also recounts sampling unfamiliar food and meeting communities along the way, although one local delicacy proved a challenge even for a seasoned traveller
The book follows his documentaries across destinations including the poles, the Sahara, the Himalayas and North Korea, and is available from the Mail Bookshop.