Author Archives: Richard Griffith

About Richard Griffith

My first independent travel experience was a trip to Israel, in 1997, it was here that I caught the 'travel' bug! In 2001 I took an 8-month sabbatical and traveled around South East Asia. Since then I have managed to visit most of Eastern Europe along with India, Bangladesh, and a few other destinations in between. I love travel and I love meeting new people.

Climbing Sigiriya Rock, Sigiriya, Sri Lanka.

Posted on 15/02/2025 by Richard Griffith

“The World Heritage Site of Sigiriya refuses to reveal its secrets easily, and you’ll have to climb a series of vertiginous staircases attached to sheer walls to reach the top. On the way you’ll pass a number of quite remarkable … Continue reading →

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Sri Lanka – February 2025.

Posted on 01/02/2025 by Richard Griffith

My tailored 3-week Sri Lanka itinerary. Thanks to the artificial intelligence app ChatGPT, and my Lonely Planet guide to Sri Lanka, I put together a 3-week tailored itinerary. I had three weeks at my disposal, this should give me the … Continue reading →

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Yogyakarta’s Top Two Temples.

Posted on 29/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

Prambanan The absolutely stunning temple complex of Prambanan was constructed in the 8th century, and is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. It is also the second-largest in Southeast Asia, behind only Angkor Wat. The three main temples tower … Continue reading →

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Tumpak Sewu waterfall.

Posted on 29/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

“A once-in-a-lifetime experience, Tumpak Sewu in East Java is not to be missed. Hundreds of waterfalls, pouring off the edge of a 120m-high semicircular cliff into a canyon lost in the mists far below, is a sight that must be … Continue reading →

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Climbing Mount Bromo.

Posted on 19/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

“Visiting Gunung Bromo is one of the most unique activities in not only Java, but possibly all of Indonesia. There is a good reason that this epic spot features on most of the tourism brochures, banners and websites for the … Continue reading →

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In search of the blue fire.

Posted on 19/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

A trio of top activities await the adventurous explorer in East Java. From Flores I flew back to Bali for, one night, before taking a charter bus to Gilimanuk where I caught the ferry to Ketapang, on mainland Java. It … Continue reading →

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Scuba diving and chasing dragons.

Posted on 19/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

Introduction. “In the west of Flores, buzzy, coastal Labuan Bajo is the destination du jour of divers and dragon-seekers, and the gateway to the pink-sand beaches and gin-clear waters of Komodo National Park.” Excerpt From Lonely Planet Indonesia Labuan Bajo … Continue reading →

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Island hopping in the Philippines – part two.

Posted on 15/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

From Puerto Francesca (Palawan Island) I flew to Cebu. From Cebu I caught the ferry to the island of Bohol. Bohol Island: One of Bohol’s more unusual, and iconic tourist attraction’s is the site of the ‘Chocolate Hills’. There are … Continue reading →

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Island hopping in the Philippines – part one.

Posted on 01/01/2025 by Richard Griffith

After the amazing rice terraces of Banaue, in the cooler north, and many hours (possibly 30 or more) spent on various busses – some good, some not so good, it was time to check out the famous beaches! This week: … Continue reading →

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The rice terraces of Banaue.

Posted on 15/12/2024 by Richard Griffith

The two travel adventurers that I have the greatest respect for are Alan Whicker, who sadly passed away in 2013, and Michael Palin. Some readers may not be familiar with Mr Whicker (Whicker’s World) but everyone will no doubt be familiar … Continue reading →

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