Road & Rail

Frequently updated, we bring the most informative and interesting stories from the road and rail sectors around the world.

This is where you will find features written by us as we travel by vehicle and train. TheHoworths report and review top campsites, great hotels, fabulous restaurants, unusual train journeys and fascinating places to visit.

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Would You Like a Little Ice in that Sir?

Would You Like a Little Ice in that Sir?

Day 6 During the night our comfortable little ship Via Australis briefly left the security…

Penguins and Cormorants Everywhere

Penguins and Cormorants Everywhere

Day 5 Afternoon – Tuckers IsletsTuckers Islets, is a grouping of small inlands that makes…

Dam the Beavers!  They Have Messed up Tierra del Fuego

Dam the Beavers! They Have Messed up Tierra del Fuego

Day 5: Our Morning Stop – Ainsworth BayAs dawn breaks we consult our Garmin Montana on board Via…

easyJet planes move on South

easyJet planes move on South

The airbus A319, so beloved of the pioneers of bus stop style air flights around…

Day 4 – Punta Arenas Chiles Most Southern Most City

Day 4 – Punta Arenas Chiles Most Southern Most City

Day 4Punta Arenas (pop 130,000)It was not even light as we crept out of The…

Santiago, was named the 2012 “Destination of the Year”

Santiago, was named the 2012 “Destination of the Year”

SantiagoSantiago, was named the 2012 “Destination of the Year” by Condé Nast travel site Jaunted.com,…

Other Tours to Take While in Santiago Chile

Other Tours to Take While in Santiago Chile

Santiago is a good base from where it is possible to take a great many…

Galindo – Good for Lunch

Galindo – Good for Lunch

Two blocks down from our hotel (The Aubrey) is a pleasant lunch spot with sidewalk…

Santiago – Take a Free City Tour

Santiago – Take a Free City Tour

Got fours to spare?  If you do and are looking for a low cost way…