Tom Powell

Associate Editor

Tom likes to travel, which is perfect, really, considering his role at Escapism. When he's not testing out mattresses all over the UK, lusting over US national parks, or following his stomach across the south of France, you'll probably find him writing about his latest adventures at Escapism HQ, or nerding out about the latest gear.

Tom Powell's articles

Nottingham Market Square

City Guide: Nottingham, UK

From old-school pubs and Michelin-starred restaurants to galleries, independent book shops and record stores, a break in Nottingham provides culture and class

Published: Tuesday 10th January 2017

Travel Instagrams you need to follow

Check out these cool snaps for some serious trip inspiration

Published: Thursday 8th December 2016
Dave Pratt

City Guide: Bristol, UK

With the River Avon running right through it, Bristol has plenty of its action at the water’s edge. But there’s tons going on wherever you are, so get ready to explore

Published: Tuesday 8th November 2016
La Boqueria

Travel Guide: Barcelona

Looking to see the best of Barcelona? Love a large, chilled gin and tonic? This is probably the only guide you'll need…

Published: Tuesday 8th November 2016
Georgina rural airport Mestia

The 10 coolest airports in the world

From New York to the secluded ski resorts of rural Georgia, this new book showcases some of the world's most weird and wonderful places to fly

Published: Wednesday 2nd November 2016

The best breaks in the Indian Ocean right now

11 of the top destinations in Sri Lanka, Mauritius, The Seychelles and more

Published: Tuesday 18th October 2016
The exterior of Hotel Du Vin, Exeter

City Guide: Exeter, UK

With indie shops, trendy restaurants and plenty of sites to see – not to mention close proximity to beautiful Dartmoor – it’s time to visit Exeter

Published: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Reflected tower block in Berlin

Europe's failed communist utopias

Berlin-based art collective Ogino Knauss explore some of the coolest unloved areas of European cities

Published: Friday 7th October 2016
The Perseid Meteor Shower over Mount Shasta, USA

13 stunning shots from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year Awards

All these amazing astrological photos were shortlisted for the awards

Published: Thursday 8th September 2016
People dancing inside Fabric, London

5 classic clubs to take your mind off Fabric closing

With the closure of London's best loved club, we thought it was a good time to celebrate the world's oldest, greatest places to party

Published: Wednesday 7th September 2016
Curved interior bridge of abandoned American psychiatric hospital

17 awe-inspiring images of abandoned America

Photographer Matthew Christopher's new book performs an autopsy on the American dream

Published: Tuesday 6th September 2016
A desert Oasis near Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: city guide

Whether it’s a return trip or you’re planning a first-time visit, check out our city guide to Dubai before you go.

Published: Tuesday 6th September 2016

22 awesome bus stops in the former USSR

Peter Ortner's new book shows Soviet architecture in a colourful and characterful new light

Published: Wednesday 31st August 2016