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7 things I learned from traveling to Dubai

7 things I learned from traveling to Dubai

02/08/2022
Cities, Dubai, Travel Tips
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I think Dubai is one of those places that people have pretty strong opinions about. You either love it or you... don't. It's not for everyone and I can say from personal experience that I very much grew to like it. I am currently on my fourth trip and unlike the first or second time here I can honestly say that I now appreciate Dubai in a way I didn't think [...]
10 things to do with kids in Dubai

10 things to do with kids in Dubai

10/26/2021
Cities, Top 10, United Emirates of Arabia
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First of all, I should say that this blogpost isn't hard to write at all, because - at least from an outsider's perspective - it appears that pretty much everything in Dubai is kid-friendly. Think fun and entertainment at every corner and a lot of opportunity for "Wow!" and "Ooooh!". Simply a great place to come with your entire family and find something eve[...]
This Travel-Themed Mall Takes Visitors on a Real Journey

This Travel-Themed Mall Takes Visitors on a Real Journey

07/21/2020
Bangkok, Cities, Places, Shopping
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Asia's vast shopping malls have become somewhat iconic in the modern-day. From the dinky hidden plazas of Hong Kong to the sprawling luxury malls of Singapore. Maybe shopping isn't a top priority for you on a trip - but there are certain cities where I think you'd be missing out on a real slice of culture by not indulging. Bangkok has to be one of them. [...]
What I wish I had known before traveling to Japan

What I wish I had known before traveling to Japan

01/09/2020
Japan, Travel Tips
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I consider myself to be a seasoned traveler whom, apart from Antartica, has been to all continents numerous times and who doesn't usually shy away from a new country, even when it seems a bit daunting from the outside. Daunting is however a pretty good word to describe the way I've been feeling about Japan these 37 years and even though a part of me was eage[...]
Who, What, and Where are the Mentawai Islands?

Who, What, and Where are the Mentawai Islands?

11/01/2019
Beaches, Mentawai, Places
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I have a confession to make. You know those beautifully shot tourism commercials for certain countries or states? Like “West Virginia, Wild and Wonderful” or “Incredible India” or “Australia: There’s NOTHING like it.” I love them. Maybe it’s because I’ve primarily watched international TV for the past two years, but there’s somethi[...]
What Lies 36 Hours Away in Indonesia? The Perfect Getaway.

What Lies 36 Hours Away in Indonesia? The Perfect Getaway.

10/15/2019
Beaches, Mentawai, Places
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Your weekend getaway. The perfect island getaway. Blah blah blah getaway. In the vacation world, the word getaway is synonymous with a successful retreat from everyday life. But this word is everywhere. Are that many people really "getting away" from it all? And what does it even mean to "get away"? Get away from what? Your obligations? That's any holiday.[...]
An Adventurer's Paradise in Bali: Surf Camp (Part Two)

An Adventurer's Paradise in Bali: Surf Camp (Part Two)

09/26/2019
Adventure Travel, Bali, Beaches
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Hey! I'm still alive... still trying not to look behind me, and still staying at a surf camp, nestled on a cliffside in Bali. I will say, regardless of whether or not you enjoy surfing, I 10/10 recommend staying at a surf camp. Did you know you can stay at a surf camp, and never even touch a surfboard? Instead, you can take advantage of the cool vibes, heal[...]
The 10 Most Surprising Things About My First Trip to China

The 10 Most Surprising Things About My First Trip to China

08/29/2019
Cities, Inspiration, Souzhou
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China is a bucket list destination, with so much to learn about the country with the largest population and one of the world's earliest civilisations. During a week spent in two beautiful cities which are close to Shanghai - Suzhou and Nanjing, I learned so much about China! At least, Eastern China. Overall, leave your preconceptions about China at home -[...]
The Bali Surf Camp Experience: Part One (told by a very bad surfer)

The Bali Surf Camp Experience: Part One (told by a very bad surfer)

08/28/2019
Adventure Travel, Bali
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"Want to go to a surf camp?" This question has been posed to me before. And the polite, American in me always says "yeah, it's a possibility", when on the inside I'm more like, "you know, I think I'd rather hike a nice mountain, work with rescued elephants, or throw myself into moving traffic before I sign up for what is, to me, a pretty scary sport, FOR SE[...]

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