Namibia gives you glowing dunes, empty deserts, skeletal trees, abandoned towns and some of the clearest night skies anywhere on Earth. It’s a playground for minimalists, wildlife lovers, astro shooters, landscape photographers… or anyone who loves a striking backdrop.

Over the past 35-odd years as a photographer, I've accumulated a fair amount of gear (camera bags are my weak spot 🙄). But there are certain accessories I wouldn't be without – and they don't necessarily cost a fortune. Here are my top 10 gift ideas for the photographer in your life...

What do I need to pack for a photography holiday in Namibia? Be sure to bring a warm jacket with you for early mornings and evenings, which can be cold during June (winter in Namibia). Sturdy footwear with good grip and ankle support is essential as you will often be walking in soft sand or over uneven ground.

Photography holidays have become increasingly popular among travellers who want more than just sightseeing – they want to capture the world through their lens while improving their skills. But what exactly is a photography holiday, and how do you find one that suits your needs?

Remember: it’s not your camera that’s stopping you from taking better pictures...

Ever wondered how to capture those evocative landscape images where the surface of the sea appears as a soft grey mist?

The key to capturing the Northern Lights with your camera is to be prepared. Right place, right time, right gear right settings

Just out: The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century. From riding the Reunification Express across Vietnam to tracking snow...

William Gray slips into plankton-rich seas around the Ningaloo Reef of Western Australia, hoping for a glimpse of the world's largest...

William Gray embarks on an expedition voyage in Svalbard, sailing along the west coast of Spitsbergen onboard the schooner Noorderlicht...

William Gray tries his hand at mushing and discovers there's a lot more to dog-sledding than first meets the eye when he sets off on...

William Gray braves rough seas on a voyage to the Isles of Scilly to discover that the 'subtropical outpost' takes the brunt of whatever...

From puffins, snipe and Arctic terns to seals, orca and humpback whales, William Gray picks the best places to see wildlife in Iceland,...

You will have no problem getting them to adapt to the local cuisine (assuming, of course, they like pizza, pasta and ice cream)

Kenyans have been refining the safari for long enough to ensure that the needs of families are well catered for – this was, after all, where

It’s the latest buzzword, but what does ‘mindfulness’ actually mean in the context of a safari holiday?

William Gray’s time on Heron Island nurtured a fledgling dream to become a photographer and writer.

Ikea-on-Sea: the resort that shows why your family should start holidaying like the Scandinavians

Iceland may have become popular in recent years, but there are still plenty of places escape the crowds

Half tin, half tent, the converted shipping container hunkers down in the grass beneath a rakish canvas awning.

From fervent religious festivals to feisty cuisine, William Gray introduces his children to India

Most people heading to Queensland drive the Sunshine Coast, but head inland to find ancient landscapes, remote gorges and rare wildlife

From bat swarms and birding bonanzas to leopard encounters and little-known migrations

Have you ever returned home after a wonderful holiday or weekend break in the UK only to discover that your photographs don’t quite live...