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The Pros & Cons of Solo Travel: Is it Right for You?
“You’re going by yourself?” That’s typically what I hear when I mention during casual conversation that I am planning on taking a trip by myself. Almost anyone other than an extremely close friend that has similar experiences looks at me with shock and even sometimes misplaced pity. They seem utterly confused at the idea as…
Chinese Swear Words You Might Hear in Taiwan
Let’s face it. When we start to learn a new language, one of the first things we do is learn the bad words. I don’t know why. Maybe it’s just fun or interesting. Regardless of the reason, it’s something that many of us do. When I started learning Chinese, it was no different. After learning…
4 Places You Should Visit and the Languages You Should Learn to Truly Enjoy Them
Many people aren’t traveling right now for obvious reasons (Hello Covid-19!). However, the pull of the unknown is inherent to human nature – and what better way to satiate that curiosity than through travel? Fortunately, we live in times (when Covid finally goes away) when travel is widely accessible, and it’s become a favorite activity…
Travel Photography: 5 Tips to Take the Best Photos
Travel photo albums this year are going to be very slim. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, international tourism dropped 22% in the first quarter of 2020, and is predicted to nosedive by 60%–80% for the year. Even so, there’s hope that things can get back to normal in the near future. When…
Point Boutique Hotel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Our Review
Point Boutique Hotel isn’t one that is usually on anyone’s must stay hotels on Phnom Penh. But, if you want a spacious room in a fairly convenient location and are on a budget, it’s a solid choice. I am not sure what it’s officially classified as, but I’d place it at around the three star…
An Incredible 24 Hours in Sydney – How to Do it Right
Alright let’s be upfront here, as of April 2020 travel plans are on hold around the world. But when things get back to normal and the world opens up it will be fun to travel again. Having spent some time in Sydney I wanted to go over some fun things you can do if you…
Traveling to Asia? Here are the Top 4 Activities to Consider Trying
For those who enjoy being outside and exploring nature, Asia is the perfect place to take a vacation or go backpacking. There really is something for everyone, and with so many sights to be seen, recreational hobbies are a popular activity for tourists and those who live here. Here we look at four of the…
5 Tips for First-Time Visitors to South America
South America is a gem of the world that is recently becoming a popular travel destination. Many people who have never visited the beautiful continent before are booking flights to countries such as Ecuador, Argentina, and Venezuela, but is there anything you need to do to prepare for your travels? If you’re a first-time visitor…
How to Fly to Asia for Free (from the USA)
No matter if you are planning a vacation of looking to move somewhere in Asia for the foreseeable future, getting there from the USA can be an expensive event. A roundtrip ticket can cost thousands and one ways are not much cheaper. The good news is that there is a way to make the trip…
Domestic vs. International Travel: What’s Different?
Are you planning your first trip abroad? As it exciting as it may seem, if you’ve never left the comfort of your home country, you might want to make sure you’re ready for the various hiccups you might run into along the way. While traveling internationally can present more challenges than domestic travel, research and…
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