Just One For The Road

Independent travel • Unforgettable road trips • Remarkable wildlife

First-hand travel stories, practical guides and photography, backed by more than 30 years in the travel industry.

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WELCOME

Just One For The Road

I’m Rupert, an award-winning travel writer and photographer with more than 30 years’ experience in the travel industry.

Just One For The Road is where I share independent travel experiences, memorable road trips, wildlife encounters and honest destination guides from around the world.

It’s a collection of places I’ve visited, journeys I’ve made and experiences I’ve enjoyed along the way, with plenty of photographs, useful tips and hopefully a little inspiration for your own travels.

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Rupert Diggins Travel Blog

LATEST FROM MY BLOG

Exploring Morocco My Way

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Discover Morocco through my own travels and experiences, from the colour and energy of Marrakech to the striking beauty of the magnificent Atlas Mountains.

Daintree Rainforest, Australia: Why Not?

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Explore Australia’s incredible Daintree Rainforest, where ancient jungle meets tropical coastline. Discover wildlife, spectacular scenery and my experiences exploring one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating rainforests.

My Top 10 Seychelles Hotels

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Discover my 10 favourite hotels in the Seychelles, from luxurious island retreats to laid-back beachfront escapes. Having travelled extensively through these beautiful Indian Ocean islands, these are the Seychelles hotels that have stayed with me, each offering something special, from spectacular beaches and wildlife to wonderful food, service and unforgettable views.

ROLL OF HONOUR

🏆 Best Travel & International Experiences Guide 2026 – UK
🏆 Solo Travel Blog of the Year 2025/26
🏆 Travel Blogger & Writer of the Year 2024 (UK)
🏆 Best Emerging Travel Blog 2024 UK

MY FAVOURITE ROAD TRIPS

WILDLIFE & NATURE

EXPLORE THE WORLD

Explore my travel guides to Croatia, Italy and Slovenia, packed with first-hand experiences, destination inspiration, road trips, photography and practical travel tips.

Croatia Travel Guide

Coast • Islands • Road Trips

Explore Croatia

Italy Travel Guide

Cities • Culture • Food

Explore Italy

Slovenia Travel Guide

Mountains • Lakes • Nature

Explore Slovenia

PHOTOGRAPHY

Through My Lens

Wildlife photography has become one of the biggest inspirations behind my travels. From the rainforests of Borneo and the islands of the Seychelles to the mountains of Japan, I’ve travelled the world to photograph remarkable animals in their natural habitats.

Here are some of my favourite moments and encounters captured through my lens.

The Seychelles

The Seychelles

Mauritius

Mauritius

Japan

Japan

WHERE TO NEXT

My Next Adventure - Central America

From Mexico and Belize to Guatemala, Costa Rica and Panama, my next adventure takes me through Central America in search of incredible wildlife, wild landscapes and some unforgettable experiences.

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COMPETITIONS

Travel Competitions

Explore my very popular holiday and travel competitions page for a chance to win incredible prizes, from city breaks to cruises and from all inclusive holidays to guided tours.

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