A selection of my travel articles for the Independent
Along the deserted slopes of the Apennines, Gerard Gilbert traces the footsteps of his father, and other less fortunate Allied escapees. Full article here
Just an hour west of Philadelphia, Lancaster County is home to the largest single grouping of America’s 367,000-strong Amish population. Full article here
Breathtakingly beautiful and largely tourist-free, this under-the-radar Canary Island might not be around forever. Full article here
Gerard Gilbert explores one of this year’s European Capitals of Culture in the least taxing way possible. Full article here
Once a tragic arena for terrorism, the Spanish city is happily now renowned for its gastronomy. Full article here
North of Gothenburg lies a coastline of dramatic twists and pretty islands in the distance. Gerard Gilbert sets off on a road trip. Full article here
Somehow, discovers Gerard Gilbert, the Napoleon brand is more potent than the victorious British commander-in-chief’s.. Full article here
A new ‘Ratatouille’ ride finally brings a taste of France to the nation’s leading theme park. Gerard Gilbert and daughter Iris report. Full article here
This year, Lego announced record profits. Gerard Gilbert visits its Denmark HQ. Full article here
The quality of what you put on your salad matters just as much as what you put in it. Full article here
What’s it like to cook for – and be judged by – the Domestic Goddess? Gerard Gilbert puts his apron on and his skills to the test. Full article here
With spikey leaves and hairy innards, artichokes look like hard work. Don’t be put off, says Gerard Gilbert, they’re easy to cook, sensual to eat and healthy too. Full article here
Gerard Gilbert wonders if Sixties classics are best left in the past. Full article here