Information and Inspiration for Independent Travellers
Do you love to travel but don’t always want to follow the crowd? Like to scratch beneath the surface and discover places for yourself? Interested in history, architecture, countryside, food and more? You’re in the right place…
Welcome to WorldWideWriter
WorldWideWriter is owned and managed by Karen Warren.
I have been writing and travelling for many years, and I’ve visited every continent except Antarctica. This website is my attempt to inform and inspire other travellers, and to share some of the things I’ve discovered along the way.
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7 Great Abbeys In Yorkshire
At one time there were around seventy abbeys and other monastic foundations in Yorkshire, reflecting the great wealth of the
Graffiti And Mosaics: Street Art Of The South Bank, London
Exploring the street art is just one of many unique things to do in London. The art is everywhere: vibrant
How To Spend A Day In Sark
Imagine a small island with no cars and stunning scenery. Country lanes with no sound but the occasional clip-clopping of
5 Things To Know Before Visiting Japan
This is a guest post from Kenneth Reaves. Japan is a beautiful destination with a seamless blend of rich traditions
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Best Historic Pubs In Bath
Whether you are visiting Bath for sightseeing, shopping or relaxation, you will need to stop for food and drink at
Exploring Roman Colchester, The Oldest City In England
Colchester, in Essex, claims to be the oldest recorded town in England. It was certainly the first Roman colonia, built
Native Americans And Yellowstone National Park: Hot Springs, Legends And Sacred Places
One of the main features of Yellowstone Park is its abundant thermal activity. Sitting on top of an active volcano,
More Than Just A Day Trip: What To See And Do In Gibraltar
The vast majority of visitors to Gibraltar come as day trippers, either on cruise ships or across the Spanish border.
FOCUS ON... hiking
Hiking is fun, healthy and socially distanced. Have a look at some of these posts for inspiration
Walking The Thames Path, From The Source To Greenwich
I started walking the Thames Path in small sections many years ago. However I finally completed it in 2019 with
Going Solo: A Woman’s Journey On The Camino De Santiago
This is a guest post from Rebecca Brown of Rough Draft. Here she talks about her experiences hiking the Camino
A Novice’s Guide To Hiking England’s Long Distance Paths
Since I wrote about hiking the Hadrian’s Wall Path I’ve been asked about the practicalities of hiking England’s National Trails and
A Hike Through History On England’s Hadrian’s Wall Path
If the idea of walking from one side of a country to another seems like a challenge, just imagine what