where next?

Following the road,
wherever it takes me.

Welcome to Where Is Chesty!

Hi there. I’m Cheston! After leaving my NHS career in the UK, I set off on a one way journey to the other side of the world with no return ticket and no fixed plan.

Here you’ll find honest travel stories, practical guides and everything I learn along the way without trying to bore you!

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Latest Stories

Thailand | Travel

Why I chose an Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai (And Why I Refused The Others)

July 30, 2026

When I was planning my time in Chiang Mai, there was one experience I knew I wanted to have, and that was to see the elephants. But there was a problem. I was aware of how badly some elephants in Thailand are treated seeing videos online and knew that not every “elephant sanctuary” is actually…

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Blog | Travel

The Flight That Changed Everything

July 21, 2026

I remember sitting on the plane, looking out of the window. So many emotions all at once. Excitement, nervousness, a lump in my throat and even a tear in my eye as I wondered how everything would unfold. I’d never been in a position like this before. I’d travelled solo to various places in Europe…

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A Fresh Start

July 13, 2026

Eighteen days ago, I walked out of Leeds General Infirmary after my final shift as an Operating Department Practitioner. After seven years in a full-time role, the NHS had become my life. It gave me stability, purpose and a reliable paycheck every month. So many people in the world right now would bite my hand…

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