James Merriman, FRGS

Travel Writer and Photographer in England, United Kingdom

James Merriman, FRGS

Travel Writer and Photographer in England, United Kingdom

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I am a British traveller and award‑longlisted travel writer based in Devon, England. A Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, I have travelled to 164 countries across six continents, driven by a deep curiosity for landscape, culture and the stories that shape the world around us.

My journeys have taken me from remote island nations to post‑conflict regions, exploring how geography, history and community intersect. Through my writing, I reflect on the textures of travel — the light, the language, the food, and the quiet human moments that define a destination beyond its map coordinates.

Based in the Devon countryside, I continue to explore the world with the same enduring curiosity that shapes both my journeys and my writing.

Awards, Nominations & Professional Affiliations

Awards & Nominations

  • Longlisted - Bradt Guides New Travel Writer of the Year 2026

Professional Memberships & Fellowships

  • Education
    • Bath Spa University
    • Plymouth University
    • North Devon College