Rachel Lishman

Exploring Ixo Cave In Poptun, Guatemala

Published on February 18, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

Caving in Guatemala is an unceremonious affair. You hike for a while, usually through jungle, and then simply slip in. It’s almost as if you have stumbled upon the ancient geological formation by accident. Ah, a massive cave system: what a surprise!

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Now For The Ugly: The Top Five Things I Dislike About Travel

Published on February 11, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman22 Comments

I’ve let you all down. When I started this blog I made a promise that I would write about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of my adventures.

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Beloved: A Tender Moment In Tikal, Guatemala

Published on February 6, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman9 Comments

It’s easy to fall in love with Tikal as you watch a gradual dawn reveal its ancient history. Temples rise from the jungle canopy, perforating the horizon with a hint of what they hold below the trees.

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Five Reasons To Linger In San Ignacio, Belize

Published on February 4, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman6 Comments

I faced some polite judgement from other backpackers for my decision to stay in San Ignacio for a whole week and I can understand their confusion.

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Highlights From Two Months On The Road In Central America

Published on February 1, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

In my mission statement for Central America I laid out some guidance for my travels and have been lucky enough to slip back into my Spanish speaking, meet local people and learn about the history, politics and local customs of the places I’ve travelled through.

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Postcard From Caye Caulker, Belize

Published on January 30, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

In Caye Caulker, the sand is white, the water is crystal clear and the streets are multicoloured. Whole lobsters are grilled to your taste on the roadside and the locals always have a smile (well, living here why wouldn’t they).

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Snorkelling In Coiba Marine Reserve On Panama’s Pacific Coast

Published on January 24, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

On a backpacker trail that’s becoming reasonably well-trodden, Santa Catalina still felt relatively offbeat.

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Postcard From Panama City

Published on January 20, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

Panama is a city of old and new. Feats of modern engineering, ramshackle rooftops and one of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems all battle it out for supremacy in this city of contrasts.

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How Do You Take Yours? Sampling The Perfect Cup Of Panamanian Coffee

Published on January 17, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

Whether you’re an espresso fiend, a daily instant drinker or merely a dabbler with the odd cappuccino, learning about where your coffee comes from is fascinating.

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Going Local: A Bus Journey Across Panama From Almirante To David

Published on January 15, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

“After another hour or so, we arrive at what must be the highest pass. I see no signage, only vertical drops on either side of the road that mercifully fall off into thick mist after a few hundred meters”

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Caving in Guatemala is an unceremonious affair. You hike for a while, usually through jungle, and then simply slip in. It’s almost as if you have stumbled upon the ancient geological formation by accident. Ah, a massive cave system: what a surprise!

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I’ve let you all down. When I started this blog I made a promise that I would write about the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of my adventures.

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It’s easy to fall in love with Tikal as you watch a gradual dawn reveal its ancient history. Temples rise from the jungle canopy, perforating the horizon with a hint of what they hold below the trees.

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I faced some polite judgement from other backpackers for my decision to stay in San Ignacio for a whole week and I can understand their confusion.

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In my mission statement for Central America I laid out some guidance for my travels and have been lucky enough to slip back into my Spanish speaking, meet local people and learn about the history, politics and local customs of the places I’ve travelled through.

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In Caye Caulker, the sand is white, the water is crystal clear and the streets are multicoloured. Whole lobsters are grilled to your taste on the roadside and the locals always have a smile (well, living here why wouldn’t they).

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On a backpacker trail that’s becoming reasonably well-trodden, Santa Catalina still felt relatively offbeat.

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Panama is a city of old and new. Feats of modern engineering, ramshackle rooftops and one of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems all battle it out for supremacy in this city of contrasts.

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Whether you’re an espresso fiend, a daily instant drinker or merely a dabbler with the odd cappuccino, learning about where your coffee comes from is fascinating.

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“After another hour or so, we arrive at what must be the highest pass. I see no signage, only vertical drops on either side of the road that mercifully fall off into thick mist after a few hundred meters”

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