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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Review: Enjoying A Treasure Trail In The City Of Bath
Treasure Trails are a different kind of walking tour. They are a perfect way to explore a town or city,
Eleven Top Things To Do In Singapore
For such a small country, there is an astonishing variety of things to do and places to explore in Singapore.
Ten Top Thai Dishes
This is a guest post from Auston Matta of TwoBadTourists. Food is an integral part of exploring any new destination,
Why Visit Saxony? A Virtual Tour
In these times of restricted travel many of us are resorting to virtual tourism. This is where we explore places
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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.
The Roman Aqueduct Of Segovia: Bringing Water To The City
It is the classic view of Segovia. The spectacular aqueduct that dominates the town and reaches out towards the mountains.
Admiring the Architecture of the Natural History Museum, London
I often find museums as intriguing for their buildings as for their contents. London’s Tate Modern, housed in an abandoned
FOCUS ON... books about travel
The nights are drawing in, and the holidays are coming up… so why not indulge in some reading to inspire your travels
Books To Read Before You Visit London
London is one of the most visited cities in the world, and one of the most written about. Whether you
Book Review: Secret New Orleans By Chris Champagne
Secret New Orleans by Chris Champagne is a different kind of guidebook, taking you on a journey round the city
Book Review: Experience Spain from Lonely Planet
Last year I posted a review of Experience Italy, a Lonely Planet guide that explored the country and its culture
Book Review: Everyday Adventures From Lonely Planet
Now that the summer holidays are over, are you yearning for the next trip? Are you planning a “staycation” next