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Athen, Greece: Where to Stay, What to Pack & Things to Know Before You Go

I landed in Athens on 27 August 2016, stepping into a city I had only seen in photos, movies, and travel blogs. I remember feeling a mix of excitement and disbelief. I was finally in Greece, a place filled with ancient history, white buildings, and stories I grew up reading…

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Tbilisi, Georgia: My 5-Day Solo Travel Diary and Useful Tips for First-Timers

I took a red-eye flight from Almaty to Tbilisi, Georgia, right after spending 4 days in Kazakhstan. My flight was at 2:35 AM and landed in Tbilisi around 10:40 AM. Which meant… yep, very little sleep, but I didn’t want to waste a single moment of this trip. Sleep was…

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Muscat, Oman: 21 Hours Layover in Oman, Is It Worth Leaving the Airport?

During my recent 2-week backpacking trip, I wanted to make the most of it. So, when I planned my route, I made sure to squeeze in at least one long layover before heading home. After weighing a few options, I decided to end my trip in Oman.  I picked Oman…

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How One Simple Act of Decision Can Change Everything

Life is full of choices, though not all of them seem important at first. Yet, it’s often a single decision that sets the course for major change, leading to growth,…
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2024 Was a Year of Changes and Growth, Looking Ahead to 2025

Part 1: Career and Personal Growth Happy New Year, Wanderhaners! Okay, I totally just made that word up! 😂 I thought giving my readers a special name would be fun.…
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A Day Trip For Patin Tempoyak & A Visit To Amani Vanilla Temerloh

Vanilla scents have always been my thing. There’s something about their warm, calming, and luxurious aroma that wraps around me like a cosy blanket. It’s more than just a scent...…
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Maybe It’s Okay To Not Have It All Figured Out

It’s raining outside. My all-time favourite weather. There’s something about the sound of rain that makes everything feel softer and slower, as if life itself is gently telling me to…
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YAYOI: My Favourite Japanese Restaurant for Authentic Teishoku

I'll admit it... Japanese food wasn't always my thing. Apart from the occasional chicken katsu, I never really understood the hype. Sushi has never been my favourite, and to this…
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Love Doesn’t Just Disappear, It Fades When We Stop Choosing It

Sitting at my desk at work, I put on my headphones and let Crying City’s "Lucky" play softly in my ears. I try to focus on the words I’m supposed…
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Weekend Trip: I Went To Bukit Tinggi, Pahang with My Best Friend!

I recently took a little trip to Bukit Tinggi, Pahang (also known as Berjaya Hills), to spend some much-needed quality time with my best friend. Life has been a whirlwind…
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Lonely Planet Made Me Wonder: Why Haven’t I Written My Own Book?

After getting back from work yesterday and relaxing on my sofa, I scrolled through Netflix to see what was new. Typically, I’d just scroll and end up not watching anything,…
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