One of the things I love about China is the endless opportunities to try new and exotic foods. The Chinese love their food and eating a meal is a tradition that should be done both on time and with large numbers of people. Chinese dining etiquette is very different to western eating habits. It is […]
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Whilst I’m always up for a good adventure, wandering different countries and exploring new cities, walking down the aisles of a Chinese grocery store often proves to be a whole new adventure in itself. I often smell things long before I see them and hear the frantic splashing of the live seafood section in the […]
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On my six month journey through the Netherlands, I fell in love with Dutch culture and more so with one of their best kept secrets – food. The Dutch are well known for many things and doing my research before arriving, it never really occurred to me that there would be so many new dishes […]
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The people we meet on our travels have some of the biggest influences on our lives. They shape our views and teach us more about a place we probably didn’t know very much about. They make us more aware of the place we’re exploring; be it a village, town, city or even country. More than that, some […]
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Travel… why do it? Maybe you need a break from the monotony of everyday life… maybe you to be reminded of relaxation and glistening sun kissed beaches… or maybe you need some inspiration for your next trip. Every travelista has a bunch of whimsical movies on her shelf that ignites that “must-be-on-the-road” feeling time and time […]
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So you have left home to see the world and naturally you’re doing it in style. Just as every twenty something travelista should. It’s the mark of a free thinking independent woman really – being someone who knows how to stand on their own two feet, has a beautifully educated mind and has seen so […]
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Travelling abroad means you’re venturing out of your comfort zone. Not just to a new country but into a new culture too. Dressing appropriately for the country you’re visiting is important, not just because it helps you to blend in like the locals but it will also keep you safe and attract less attention. Here […]
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When visiting The Netherlands, most people head straight for Amsterdam… and with good reason too. There’s always something to do in such a big city – endless shopping, little cafes, coffee shops, the red light district, museums and churches – so it’s easy to forget about the surrounding quaint little Dutch towns. On my six month […]
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Living in China can be difficult, especially if you are not accustomed to the culture or know what to expect, more so if you’re a solo female traveler. I have been here for close to two years now and I can safely say that I’ve learnt a thing or two… and I’d like to share […]
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It’s time for a vacation and your tickets are booked. You’ve made your lists and started packing. Next stop… an Egyptian wonderland filled with history and breath-taking sights and sounds. Here are 10 things you should know before travelling to Egypt. POLITICAL UNREST In recent times there has been quite a bit of political unrest […]
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