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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Discovering The History Of The Orkney Islands
The Orkney Islands are remarkable for the amount of history they manage to pack into a small area. Not just

Review: Lonely Planet Neighbourhoods Of London
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Day Trips From Newcastle: History, Castles And Countryside
Newcastle is one of northern England’s most vibrant cities, brimming with history, culture and lively night life. But it is

Sea Views And History: Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland
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Discovering Roman Vienna: Vindobona And Carnuntum
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Hadrian’s Wall Path: A Hike Through English History
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The Roman Aqueduct Of Segovia: Bringing Water To The City
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I was aware that Bulgaria was once part of the Roman Empire, and that there were impressive Roman remains in