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.

Pingüinos y iglesias.

Posted on 23/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

Ancud, Chiloe, Chile. POP 49,550 The early-morning fog shrouded misty-eyed Chiloé as I arrived on the Cruz del Sur ferry. Isla Grande de Chiloé is the continent’s second-largest island and is home to a fiercely independent, seafaring people who developed … Continue reading →

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Santiago to Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas by bus (16-hours).

Posted on 16/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

The Lakes District (Chile). The further south you go, the greener it gets, until you find snow-clad volcanoes rising over verdant hills and beautiful clear lakes. Two menacing volcanoes stand guard over the delightful town of Puerto Varas, which sits … Continue reading →

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The dormitory.

Posted on 14/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

My first experience of a dormitory was back in 1985 when I was sharing with 20 other people whilst working at a company called G’s in Ely. It wasn’t a bad experience. However for one young man it would be. … Continue reading →

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Santiago – Chile.

Posted on 13/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

Santiago, Chile. POP 5,883,000 It may well be ‘just another big city’, but Santiago has so far been my favourite. Loads to see and do; safer than Rio; easier to get around than Buenos Aires; special. My hostel, Casaltura, enjoys … Continue reading →

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Mendoza to Santiago (Chile) – in 12 hours!

Posted on 10/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

It may seem a tad bonkers but there is method in my madness. When I studied my business degree we were told about two forms of strategy – strategic (fixed) and emerging (flexible). I have chosen the latter. Ian, who … Continue reading →

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Iguazu to Mendoza in 48 hours!

Posted on 07/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

The thought of a 20-hour bus journey would ordinarily fill me with dread. The thought of a double dose, in one hit, would have me shaking at the core! Why on earth would anyone want to put themselves through such … Continue reading →

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Buenos Aires to Iguazu Falls.

Posted on 05/01/2014 by Richard Griffith

The first thing to hit me as I disembarked at Buenos Aires airport was the heat – 36 degrees and extremely humid. I had done what I normally try not to do, and that’s arrive in a big city late … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Rio.

Posted on 30/12/2013 by Richard Griffith

Ipanema, Rio De Janeiro – December 2013 Rio is an amazing city brimming with vibrancy and panache in equal measure. However, the heavily guarded shops, hotels, and apartments are a stark reminder that this place is no safe place. The … Continue reading →

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www.worldoftravelling.com

Posted on 24/11/2013 by Richard Griffith

To promote and encourage independent world wide travelling. I started my journey back in 2001 when I went on an 8-month adventure in Asia. Since then I have taken smaller breaks and managed to cram in all of eastern Europe, … Continue reading →

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