Journeys – The Curious Traveller

Day 27 to 30: Seven Calm Places For Destination Inspiration

Published on April 13, 2020May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

As our lockdown routine solidifies, I imagine that like me, you’re spending more time thinking about possible escapes when this is all over.

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My Top Six Sicilian Experiences

Published on March 4, 2020May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

From fiery peaks and turquoise seas, to ancient architecture and Michelin star meals, Sicily really does have it all.

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Six Unconventional Christmases For A Brit Abroad

Published on December 30, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

For the first time in years I’ve spent a full Christmas in the UK. I’ve eaten my body weight in cheese, consumed a lot of wine and watched an abundance of film classics on ‘the box’.

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Five Places In Central America That You May Not Know

Published on June 5, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

In Central America there’s a well established ‘Gringo’ trail for good reason. The Maya ruins, colonial cities and tropical coastline that make up the isthmus draw backpackers, holiday makers and expats from around the world.

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A Lazy Novice’s Guide To Birding In Central America

Published on May 11, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

From colourful flashes within the canopies to melodic morning songs, birds will be a lasting memory of my time in Central America.

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My Four Seasons Around The World

Published on February 27, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman11 Comments

As I sit here in flip-flops reading about snowfall in the UK, I can’t help but feel whimsical. While we Brits love to share photos of our adventures in sunnier climes, at home, we’re also blessed with four distinct seasons.

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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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The Grand Tour: An Itinerary For Italy

Published on July 1, 2017May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman16 Comments

From the 1620s Italy has attracted and rewarded the inquisitive. The Grand Tour, as it later became known, saw British youngsters of the upper classes travelling slowly into southern Italy from London. They often encountered treacherous alpine passes, terrible weather and disease on route.

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Powered By Flowers: An Itinerary For Tasmania

Published on November 29, 2015May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman8 Comments

I thought I was hallucinating when I arrived in Bicheno. In the middle of the campsite sat another vehicle exactly like mine: A compact campervan covered in purple and yellow flowers.

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Prepping For Adventure: A Day Out At London’s Travel Shows

Published on February 25, 2015May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman6 Comments

If you’re anything like me, travel isn’t just something you do but a way of life. The enjoyment I get out of researching, planning and generally letting others inspire me to travel is often on a par with the trips I end up taking.

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As our lockdown routine solidifies, I imagine that like me, you’re spending more time thinking about possible escapes when this is all over.

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From fiery peaks and turquoise seas, to ancient architecture and Michelin star meals, Sicily really does have it all.

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For the first time in years I’ve spent a full Christmas in the UK. I’ve eaten my body weight in cheese, consumed a lot of wine and watched an abundance of film classics on ‘the box’.

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In Central America there’s a well established ‘Gringo’ trail for good reason. The Maya ruins, colonial cities and tropical coastline that make up the isthmus draw backpackers, holiday makers and expats from around the world.

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From colourful flashes within the canopies to melodic morning songs, birds will be a lasting memory of my time in Central America.

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As I sit here in flip-flops reading about snowfall in the UK, I can’t help but feel whimsical. While we Brits love to share photos of our adventures in sunnier climes, at home, we’re also blessed with four distinct seasons.

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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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From the 1620s Italy has attracted and rewarded the inquisitive. The Grand Tour, as it later became known, saw British youngsters of the upper classes travelling slowly into southern Italy from London. They often encountered treacherous alpine passes, terrible weather and disease on route.

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I thought I was hallucinating when I arrived in Bicheno. In the middle of the campsite sat another vehicle exactly like mine: A compact campervan covered in purple and yellow flowers.

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If you’re anything like me, travel isn’t just something you do but a way of life. The enjoyment I get out of researching, planning and generally letting others inspire me to travel is often on a par with the trips I end up taking.

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