Last week marked one year since I arrived back home in the UK after two years … Five things I learnt when I came home from long-term solo travelRead more
Author: The Imagination Trail
My name's Rachel and I'm a British twenty-something woman going (mostly) solo to places that intrigue and inspire. I'm a blogger, writer and dreamer.
Twenty-four hours in Brussels: an easy weekend trip from London
I’ve mentioned several times already how one of the things I’m enjoying about living in London … Twenty-four hours in Brussels: an easy weekend trip from LondonRead more
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Haapsalu, Estonia: a holiday hotspot for the tsars and Tchaikovsky
It was my final full day in Estonia, and I woke to the sound of heavy … Haapsalu, Estonia: a holiday hotspot for the tsars and TchaikovskyRead more
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A day trip to Helsinki by ferry from Tallinn
Being back in Europe after two years in Australia, I’m very much enjoying the novelty of … A day trip to Helsinki by ferry from TallinnRead more
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Churches, palaces, street art and spies: exploring Tallinn (and not just the Old Town)
Tallinn is another one of those places that I have always wanted to visit, ever since … Churches, palaces, street art and spies: exploring Tallinn (and not just the Old Town)Read more
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Brixham, England: re-visiting a childhood favourite holiday spot
When I was staying in Bukit Lawang I made friends with an Indonesian woman around my … Brixham, England: re-visiting a childhood favourite holiday spotRead more
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Gjirokaster and Butrint: two unmissable day trips from Saranda, Albania
After my immensely interesting day exploring Tirana and learning about the history of Albania, I was … Gjirokaster and Butrint: two unmissable day trips from Saranda, AlbaniaRead more
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Twenty-four hours in Tirana, Albania: one of the most interesting cities that I’ve visited
Albania is a holiday destination which has been growing rapidly in popularity in recent times, with … Twenty-four hours in Tirana, Albania: one of the most interesting cities that I’ve visitedRead more
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Five things to do on a rainy day in Queenstown, New Zealand
I have very varied luck when it comes to the weather and travelling. Sometimes it goes … Five things to do on a rainy day in Queenstown, New ZealandRead more
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A city rebuilding: why Christchurch is worth a stop on your New Zealand trip
Last year, when I was planning my New Zealand trip, the first thing that came to … A city rebuilding: why Christchurch is worth a stop on your New Zealand tripRead more
