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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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Georgia Trip: 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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Is Agoda Reliable? Can You Really Trust It for Your Travel Bookings?

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As a solo traveller, I rely heavily on booking websites. Whenever I'm planning a trip, I spend a ridiculous amount of time researching where I want to stay, reading reviews,…
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Canning Dim Sum Bangi: My First Taste of Ipoh’s Famous Halal Dim Sum

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“Kak Hani, ever had a meal at Canning Dim Sum?”  my colleague asked. “Nope.” That was my honest answer. Even though I was born and raised in Ipoh, I had…
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Dimsusu IOI City Mall: A Rose-Themed Bakery Full of Little Temptations

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After trying Yunnan flower cake at Pasar Eatai, I couldn't stop thinking about it. If you've never heard of it before, the name can be a little misleading. It's not…
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KyoChon Review: Cheese Truffle, The Exclusive BTS Saranghae Set and More

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Two years ago, I wasn't really familiar with Korean fried chicken. I knew it existed, of course, but it wasn't really on my radar. KyoChon was the first Korean restaurant…
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Cộng Cà Phê: My New Favourite Spot for Vietnamese Coffee

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I've become a huge fan of Vietnamese coffee. It has a character of its own: rich, creamy, slightly intense, and definitely not the kind of coffee you casually finish without…
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Turkish Cafe Istanbul: The Restaurant That Brought Me Back to Turkiye

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When I visited Istanbul last year, I spent most of my days exploring the city on foot. Since I was staying in Fatih, many of the major attractions were within…
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Bowl N Roll: A Taste of Thailand & Vietnam Under One Roof

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Vietnamese cuisine has always been one of my favourites. I love how healthy it feels without ever being boring. Fresh herbs, comforting broths, plenty of vegetables, and dishes that taste…
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The Older I Get, The More I Protect My Peace

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There was a time in my life when I cared far too much about everything. What people thought of me. If people liked me. What was happening around me. If…
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