Books
Penny’s books reflect the breadth of her travels and ex-pat experiences around the world. Her latest, Wilderness, which can be pre-ordered here, will be published by Hardie Grant books in the UK, USA and Australia in August 2023.
Previously, Ultimate Campsites Australia (2020), is a tribute to sleeping out in the wild and natural wonderlands of her home-country. Slow Travel (2019) takes readers around the globe exploring a slower pace of travel as a physical and philosophical endeavour. Hong Kong Pocket Precincts (2020); London Pocket Precincts (2019); and Hong Kong Precincts (2015) are in-depth city immersions with a keen local eye on the best cultural hangouts, shops, bars and eateries.
New release
New release
Wilderness
Explore 40 of the most sensational natural places on Earth
Wilderness is a treasury of 40 of the most sensational natural places around the world. Author and explorer Penny Watson introduces towering forests, majestic rock formations, sun-drenched islands and remote frozen tundras - wild areas which have remained mostly untouched by humans. Indeed conservation and regeneration are integral to their continued existence.
Seventy-five magnificent campsites taking you from turquoise beaches and pristine nationals parks to wineries and wilderness areas.
A beautifully designed and practical compendium of places, activities, tours and experience to get you on the road at your own pace.
A pocket guide to the best cultural hangouts, shops, bars and eateries in one of Asia’s most vibrant cities.
A pocket guide to the best cultural hangouts, shops, bars and eateries in one of the world’s most beloved cities.
The original hard-cover beautifully designed guide to finding the best cultural hangouts, shops, bars and eateries in Hong Kong.