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Karen Warren

@worldwidewriter.co.uk

Travel writer, book reviewer and novelist | Author of Secret Bath: An Unusual Guide | BGTW member | Travel websites at https://worldwidewriter.co.uk and https://bewitchedbyitaly.com | Author website at https://karenwarrenauthor.com | Based in Bath, UK

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What Are The Best Things To Do In Tallinn, Estonia? Some of the best things to do in Tallinn, from the medieval Old Town to modern design, from museums and galleries to traditional Estonian food.

Looking for the best things to do in Tallinn? #tallinn #estonia #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

02.03.2026 17:38 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Secrets of Bath's Labyrinths: What They Mean and Where to Find Them
The Secrets of Bath's Labyrinths: What They Mean and Where to Find Them YouTube video by worldwidewriter

My latest YouTube video looks at the secrets of Bath's labyrinths #bath #visitbath #labyrinth

28.02.2026 14:34 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover L’Aquila, Italian Capital Of Culture 2026 L'Aquila, capital of the Abruzzo region, has been named Italian Capital of Culture for 2026, recognising its revival after a devastating earthquake.

Why is L'Aquila Italian Capital of Culture for 2026? #l'aquila #abruzzo #italy #italytravel #travel

27.02.2026 13:01 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hotel Review: Voco Winchester Hotel & Spa By IHG The voco Winchester Hotel & Spa is a stylish contemporary hotel with good food, spa facilities and a friendly welcome.

Enjoying a stay in a stylish modern hotel just outside Winchester #winchester #vocowinchester #hotelreview #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

25.02.2026 13:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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London, The Secret Atlas, From Jonglez Publishing: Review London, the Secret Atlas is a new title from Jonglez Publishing that looks at the hidden eccentricities of this familiar city.

A new book from Jonglez Publishing takes a new look at some of London's eccentricities #jonglezpublishing #london #secretatlas #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

20.02.2026 12:21 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tallinn Old Town: Inside The Medieval UNESCO Site Exploring Tallinn old town: the walled Lower Town and the citadel of the Upper Town together form a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Exploring the old town of Tallinn #tallinn #estoniatravel #travel #unescoworldheritage #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

12.02.2026 11:31 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hotel Review: The Bush Hotel Farnham, Surrey The Bush Hotel Farnham offers a blend of period charm and modern hospitality, and makes a great base for exploring the town and countryside.

Enjoying a midwinter stay in a historic hotel... #travel #uktravel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

07.02.2026 12:37 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A Walk Around The Medieval City Walls Of Tallinn A walk around the medieval city walls of Tallinn, taking in towers and walkways, museums and underground passages.

A walk around Tallin's Old Town walls #tallinn #estonia #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

26.01.2026 13:11 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Best Day Trips From Vienna, By Train Or Boat Some of the best day trips from Vienna by train (or boat), covering historic towns and abbeys, countryside and even cross-border excursions.

How can you take a day trip from Vienna without hiring a car? Some suggestions here... #vienna #austriatravel #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

20.01.2026 13:03 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Italian Cuisine Gains UNESCO Cultural Heritage Status Italian cuisine has been awarded UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status, on the basis of its long tradition and its social importance.

Did you know that Italy is the first country to gain UNESCO recognition for its national cuisine? #unesco #italy #italiancuisine #italiancooking #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

16.01.2026 13:31 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlas Of Geographical Curiosities, Britain: Book Review Atlas of Geographical Curiosities: Britain is a new title from Jonglez Publishing that brings together some of the oddities of the United Kingdom.

Exploring some of Britain's geographical eccentricities... #travel #uktravel #jonglezpublishing #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

14.01.2026 13:27 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How To Spend A Day In Belfast: What To See And Do How to spend a day in Belfast - visiting the Titanic Quarter and the city centre with its varied architecture and many pubs and restaurants.

What to see and do in Belfast... #belfast #northernireland #uktravel #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

08.01.2026 13:09 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Hotel Review: Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, Stratford-Upon-Avon Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa is a luxurious hotel in a historic setting. Enjoy the grounds and the spa, then dine in the excellent restaurant.

My stay in a hotel where Shakespeare wrote one of his most famous plays... #travel #stratforduponavon #billesleymanor #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

12.12.2025 14:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exploring County Donegal, In The Northwest Of Ireland Visit County Donegal for spectacular countryside, charming towns, historic places, and a warm Irish welcome.

County Donegal was once voted the Coolest Place on the Planet! Read on to find out why... #countydonegal #irelandtravel #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

04.12.2025 14:10 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What Are The Best Day Trips From Turin? Some of the best day trips from Turin, covering history, architecture and gastronomy. Most of these trips can be done using public transport.

Enjoying some easy day trips from Turin, many of them accessible by public transport #turin #turintravel #piedmont #italytravel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

02.12.2025 16:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover Letterkenny, Cathedral Town Of Donegal Letterkenny is an excellent base for exploring Donegal; it is also a destination in its own right. Visit for history, culture, and lots of lively pubs.

Letterkenny is more than just the Gateway to Donegal... #letterkenny #countydonegal #irelandtravel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

27.11.2025 11:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover Ballyshannon, The Oldest Town In Ireland Ballyshannon, the oldest town in Ireland, is awash with legends, from mythical origins to Rory Gallagher, modern artists, and traditional Irish pubs.

Ballyshannon, a place of myth and legend...
#ballyshannon #irelandtravel #travel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

20.11.2025 13:43 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Discovering Turin, UNESCO Creative City Of Design Turin is a UNESCO Creative City of Design. But why does it deserve the designation and what is there for visitors to see?

Why is Turin a UNESCO Creative City of Design? #turin #unesco #unescocreativecities #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

17.11.2025 14:44 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Oxford Walking Tours: My Day With The City Storytellers Oxford walking tours are an excellent way of learning more about the city and its institutions - and discovering some of the local stories.

Enjoying a day out in Oxford with #BGTW
#oxford #oxfordtravel @travwriters.bsky.social

14.11.2025 12:25 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Journey Camino De Santiago - Camino FrancΓ©s (Book Review) Journey Camino De Santiago: Camino FrancΓ©s is a new title from Lonely Planet with all you need to know when you walk along the French Way.

A new publication from Lonely Planet tells you everything you need to know when hiking the Camino FrancΓ©s - and lots more besides! #caminofrances #caminodesantiago #hiking #bookreview #lonelyplanet

31.10.2025 14:03 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exploring Melk Abbey, A Day Trip From Vienna Exploring the magnificent Melk Abbey, a baroque complex filled with priceless artworks, and an Enlightenment centre of learning.

Melk Abbey is one of the grandest buildings in Austria... #melkabbey #austriatravel #unescoworldheritage #travel

28.10.2025 13:29 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Neolithic Avebury, Wiltshire: Explore The Ancient Stones Discovering Neolithic Avebury, a prehistoric landscape that is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Exploring the Avebury World Heritage Site - an abundance of neolithic remains #avebury #unescoworldheritage #neolithic #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social #greatwestway

13.10.2025 12:07 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Walking the English Camino, from Reading to Southampton
Walking the English Camino, from Reading to Southampton YouTube video by worldwidewriter

A walk along the "English Camino", from Reading to Southampton #englishcamino #hiking #englandtravel #greatwestway

12.10.2025 16:15 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Visit Avebury, Wiltshire: Stone Circles And More Visit Avebury in Wiltshire for ancient monuments and much more - including historic buildings, formal gardens, and peaceful country walks.

Avebury is much more than just a stone circle... #avebury #wiltshire #greatwestway #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

08.10.2025 13:34 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Longstones Avebury: Luxury Stay In A World Heritage Site Longstones Avebury is a group of beautifully converted barns that offer luxury accommodation for visitors.

Staying in a rather luxurious barn conversion right in the heart of the Avebury World Heritage Site #avebury #longstonesavebury #unescoworldheritage #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

03.10.2025 12:08 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Palazzo Madama, Turin: Ancient Art And Historic Building The Palazzo Madama in Turin is a historic former royal palace and art gallery, and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Exploring the Palazzo Madama in Turin - a historic building, an opulent art gallery, and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site #turin #palazzomadama #unescoworldheritage #italy #italytravel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

01.10.2025 13:22 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exploring Port Sunlight, Model Village On The Wirral Port Sunlight was an early workers' village that incorporated the ideals of employee welfare, culture and aesthetics.

Exploring Port Sunlight, an early workers' village with one of the country's finest art galleries #portsunlight #cheshire #wirral #uktravel #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

29.09.2025 12:52 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Domus de Janas: Explore Ancient Fairy Houses in Sardinia Over 5,000 years ago, the Ozieri people in what we now know as Sardinia carefully constructed stone burial chambers to ensure that members of their community faired well in the afterlife. To the mo…

🏺 In Sardinia, the Domus de Janas (β€œfairy houses”) are 5,000-year-old rock-cut tombs. Once believed to be homes of fairies, they hold ancient art, legends, and traces of early Christian frescoes. #Sardinia #History #Travel
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27.09.2025 11:22 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hotel Review: Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa, Chester The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa is perfect for exploring the city of Chester and the countryside of north Wales, or for a luxurious spa break.

My stay at a luxury countryside hotel that's very close to the historic city of Chester... #grosvenorpulfordhotel #chester #cheshire #hotelreview #bgtw @travwriters.bsky.social

23.09.2025 12:15 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The 500 Hidden Secrets Of London: Book Review 500 Hidden Secrets of London is a new book that brings together the hidden and the unexpected, the secret and the unusual, all across London.

A new book by Tom Grieg brings together an incredible 500 hidden places and lesser known activities in London #london #hiddenlondon #TravelBlogs #TravelBloggersCommunity #TravelAddicts

03.09.2025 14:52 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0