Legendary travel correspondent Simon Calder’s best moments during 32 years at The Independent

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29 May 2026 • 11:11 PM MYT
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Legendary travel correspondent Simon Calder’s best moments during 32 years at The Independent

Simon Calder, The Independents resident travel correspondent, is leaving after 32 years at the publication.

First joining the paper in 1994, he has gone on to become one of the UK’s most trusted and recognised travel journalists, earning the moniker of "the Man Who Pays His Way".

We take a look at some of his best moments in his over three-decade spanning career.

To read more of his travel adventures, policy-changing campaigning and trusted tips, look at his archive here.