Rachel Lishman

A Two Month Itinerary For South East Asia

Published on November 23, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman10 Comments

On my way to Australia I travelled through South East Asia. On a tight timeframe and an even tighter budget, I’d planned an itinerary in advance. Would I experience the best of these countries during my fleeting visit? Or would I rush from temple to beach, not seeing much at all?

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A Room With A View In London’s Shard

Published on November 16, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

Millions of tiny twinkles punctured the final moments of twilight. Vibrant streams of metal machines pulsed through dark streets and over bright bridges, making the whole lit landscape appear fluid.

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A Reminder To Seize The Day

Published on November 9, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

I like a plan. In fact, I thrive on putting a plan together. I plan trip itineraries, budgets and social events. Even my day job centres around a plan, priorities and impending future deadlines.

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The Palaces And Castles of Sintra, Portugal

Published on November 2, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra was once inhabited by the Moors who dominated most of the Iberian Peninsula from the 8^th century onwards. The Moorish castle ruins atop Sintra’s hill peak are testament to their long and successful stay.

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A City For The Dead In Lisbon’s Prazeres Cemetery

Published on October 26, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman1 Comment

I was the only one in this community with a heartbeat.

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A Triumph From The Rubble: A Guided Walk Around Lisbon

Published on October 19, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

“It’s a line from a famous song: Smells good, smells like Lisbon” Nunu, our guide was unaware he was preaching to the converted.

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A London Walk From Victoria to Richmond Park

Published on October 7, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

What I loved most about Canberra was being able to hike and bike almost every weekend. Within twenty minutes’ drive in any direction of the city lies an unadulterated, kangaroo-ridden countryside.

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A Weekend Hiking In The Peak District

Published on September 22, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

I was actually sunburnt. I’d expected to spend the weekend coping with such British staples as a sopping wet tent inner, blistered feet from drenched socks and that guilt we get from just wanting to give up and walk into the nearest hotel.

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Five Destinations That Are Worth Visiting Twice

Published on September 17, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman6 Comments

Some places are so complex, or teach us so much about ourselves, that we end up longing to go back. Here are just a few of my favourites.

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My Favourite Slow Journeys Around The World

Published on September 14, 2014May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

As a London commuter, I’m constantly trying to arrive somewhere as quickly as humanly possible. I scour tube maps to establish the most direct route, shout at taxis that miss my slightest gesture and curse buses, only three minutes apart that deign to shut their doors on me.

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On my way to Australia I travelled through South East Asia. On a tight timeframe and an even tighter budget, I’d planned an itinerary in advance. Would I experience the best of these countries during my fleeting visit? Or would I rush from temple to beach, not seeing much at all?

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Millions of tiny twinkles punctured the final moments of twilight. Vibrant streams of metal machines pulsed through dark streets and over bright bridges, making the whole lit landscape appear fluid.

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I like a plan. In fact, I thrive on putting a plan together. I plan trip itineraries, budgets and social events. Even my day job centres around a plan, priorities and impending future deadlines.

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Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra was once inhabited by the Moors who dominated most of the Iberian Peninsula from the 8th century onwards. The Moorish castle ruins atop Sintra’s hill peak are testament to their long and successful stay.

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I was the only one in this community with a heartbeat.

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“It’s a line from a famous song: Smells good, smells like Lisbon” Nunu, our guide was unaware he was preaching to the converted.

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What I loved most about Canberra was being able to hike and bike almost every weekend. Within twenty minutes’ drive in any direction of the city lies an unadulterated, kangaroo-ridden countryside.

Share this:

I was actually sunburnt. I’d expected to spend the weekend coping with such British staples as a sopping wet tent inner, blistered feet from drenched socks and that guilt we get from just wanting to give up and walk into the nearest hotel.

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Some places are so complex, or teach us so much about ourselves, that we end up longing to go back. Here are just a few of my favourites.

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As a London commuter, I’m constantly trying to arrive somewhere as quickly as humanly possible. I scour tube maps to establish the most direct route, shout at taxis that miss my slightest gesture and curse buses, only three minutes apart that deign to shut their doors on me.

Share this:

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra was once inhabited by the Moors who dominated most of the Iberian Peninsula from the 8^th century onwards. The Moorish castle ruins atop Sintra’s hill peak are testament to their long and successful stay.