I Trained at Thailand’s Top Muay Thai Camp

Doug Loynes

Manchester-born Doug Loynes swapped Stockport for São Paulo in 2020 and since then his writing on Brazil and beyond has drawn on his experience as a teacher of Geography, History, and Global Politics to deliver stories which centre on sustainable travel as a force for good. The winner of National Geographic UK Traveller’s travel writing competition, Doug has gone on to write for BBC Wildlife, Time Out, Wanderlust, Luxury Latin America, Matador Network and more.

I Trained at Thailand’s Top Muay Thai Camp

Hint: Your abs are really, really gonna hurt.

September 25, 2023

Rio’s Favela Tours Are Back, But Are They Ethical?

The return of tourism in Rio de Janeiro has revived a debate about the ethics of one of its most popular and controversial touristic activities.

October 13, 2022

Doug Loynes

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I Trained at Thailand’s Top Muay Thai Camp

Rio’s Favela Tours Are Back, But Are They Ethical?