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Five unusual things to do in London
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Five unusual things to do in London

There’s certainly no shortage of famous attractions, interesting museums and historic sites for travellers to visit … Five unusual things to do in LondonRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•March 1, 2020•5
Walking in the footsteps of the Brontë sisters in Haworth, West Yorkshire
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Walking in the footsteps of the Brontë sisters in Haworth, West Yorkshire

I’ve been a fan of the Brontë sisters ever since I was a ten year old … Walking in the footsteps of the Brontë sisters in Haworth, West YorkshireRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•February 16, 2020•3
When Berlin was divided: where to learn about the city’s recent past
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When Berlin was divided: where to learn about the city’s recent past

With my employer giving us a very generous two week break from work over the Christmas … When Berlin was divided: where to learn about the city’s recent pastRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•January 12, 2020•7
A day trip to Helsinki by ferry from Tallinn
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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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by The Imagination Trail•August 25, 2019•8
Churches, palaces, street art and spies: exploring Tallinn (and not just the Old Town)
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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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by The Imagination Trail•August 18, 2019•11
Gjirokaster and Butrint: two unmissable day trips from Saranda, Albania
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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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by The Imagination Trail•July 28, 2019•9
Twenty-four hours in Tirana, Albania: one of the most interesting cities that I’ve visited
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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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by The Imagination Trail•July 14, 2019•6
Getting to know New Zealand: a visit to Wellington
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Getting to know New Zealand: a visit to Wellington

I wasn’t sure what to expect from Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city; all I knew prior … Getting to know New Zealand: a visit to WellingtonRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•June 16, 2019•7
Architecture, history, and plenty of rain: 24 hours in Krakow, Poland
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Architecture, history, and plenty of rain: 24 hours in Krakow, Poland

Regular readers may be wondering what happened to New Zealand; after taking you through my two … Architecture, history, and plenty of rain: 24 hours in Krakow, PolandRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•May 19, 2019•6
Why visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau isn’t just something to tick off a list
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Why visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau isn’t just something to tick off a list

I’ve always tried to visit historical sites of trauma when I find myself in a region … Why visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau isn’t just something to tick off a listRead more

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by The Imagination Trail•May 16, 2019•4

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Rachel Sinclair Bickley The Imagination Trail solo travel blog This is me: my name's Rachel and I'm a blogger, writer, dreamer, feminist and volcano-chaser. In 2016 I left a successful career as an academic librarian in the UK and gave up my home and most of my possessions to go travelling throughout Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In 2018 I returned to the UK, went back into librarianship, and now travel within Europe and further afield as much as possible in my free time. I hope to show that solo female travel is just as easy, fun and safe (if not more so!) as travelling with others.

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  • Five fantastic day trips from Perth
    Five fantastic day trips from Perth
  • Gjirokaster and Butrint: two unmissable day trips from Saranda, Albania
    Gjirokaster and Butrint: two unmissable day trips from Saranda, Albania
  • Walking England's South Coast: the Seven Sisters cliffs
    Walking England's South Coast: the Seven Sisters cliffs
  • All the jobs that I did on my Working Holiday Visa in Australia
    All the jobs that I did on my Working Holiday Visa in Australia
  • The best gluten free and dairy free cake in Bedford!
    The best gluten free and dairy free cake in Bedford!

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