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The Maya World Of Tikal, Guatemala

Published on April 12, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The Maya Underworld Of ATM Cave, Belize

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

The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The Maya World Of Xunantunich, Belize

Published on April 8, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The Maya World Of Cahal Pech, Belize

Published on April 6, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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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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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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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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Trouble In Paradise: Bocas Del Toro, Panama

Published on January 13, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman6 Comments

We’ve all heard the cliché: “It’s not the destination it’s the journey”, but what happens when the destination isn’t what we expected?

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Pura Vida Or Vida Loca? Embracing Costa Rica’s Mantra For Life

Published on January 3, 2018May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

What does the simple life mean to you? Visions of sustainable living, immersing yourself in nature or merely living outside of deadlines and commitments?

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The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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The borders that encircle the countries we recognise today as Belize, Guatemala and Honduras mean little in the story of the Maya.

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

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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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We’ve all heard the cliché: “It’s not the destination it’s the journey”, but what happens when the destination isn’t what we expected?

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What does the simple life mean to you? Visions of sustainable living, immersing yourself in nature or merely living outside of deadlines and commitments?

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