What do you do when, whilst walking through thousands of vermilion gates and Shinto shrines, you unexpectedly wander off the common path and stumble into what looks like a traditional Japanese cemetery?
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With so much to see and do in Kyoto, you’re most likely wondering if it’s possible to get the most out of this quintessential city by spending just 24 hours there.
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I’ve always been fascinated with the wander of New York City and while I’ve been told time and time again that the Big Apple really isn’t the glamorous place I think it to be, some much awaited exploring on my December layover has only fueled the love my heart feels for this city.
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May is the perfect time to travel and while I know you probably don’t need that much convincing to book another trip, just indulge me!
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“There is something in the New York air that makes sleep useless.” – Simone de Beauvoir
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Going on adventures and living in different cities means that at some point or another, you’re going to experience a birthday (or two) away from family back home.
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Overlooking the beautiful city of Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most visited attractions. In fact, you can’t really visit the Mother City without visiting Table Mountain.
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Situated just 30 minutes outside of the city center, Hout Bay forms one of the best sea-side neighborhoods in Cape Town. A short 20 kilometer drive outside of Cape Town city you’ll find long sandy beaches perfect for swimming and water sports. Located on the northern side of Chapman’s Peak Drive, Hout Bay is surrounded […]
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Xin Nian Kuai Le my dear readers! The year of the Dog is upon us and the Chinese New Year celebrations have begun! Having lived in China for two and a half years, I thought it would be a great idea to write a post about one of my favorite Chinese holidays! Celebrated by over 20 […]
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Traveling alone means that sometimes you’re going to have to sit down at a restaurant alone. Sigh. The dreaded “table for one, please” line is enough to send even a strong, free-thinking independent (SFI) woman huddling off under her hotel room bed sheets, scouring away at a boring room service menu. But… let’s be real […]
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LIFE OF SHAL 