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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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Celebrating My Best Friend’s Birthday and Our First Time Trying Luckin Coffee

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10 Pots Steambot and Grill is my best friend's favourite restaurant, so when her birthday came around, I did not have to think twice about where to take her. To…
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A Date With Myself and My Diet Era Is Officially On!

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The last time I went on a date with myself was probably before Covid, I think? I was single at the time, and I enjoyed it so much. I don’t…
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What If I Had Made Different Choices? What Would My Life Look Like?

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There are moments in life when I sit quietly and wonder whether everything has already been written for us long before we were even born, as if we are simply…
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Kayaking at Putrajaya Lake Recreation Centre: A Beginner-Friendly Experience

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The first time I went kayaking, I said yes before I even had the chance to overthink it. Which is actually funny… anything involving water has always scared me a…
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Feminine Hygiene Tips Every Woman Should Know When Travelling

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My body is quite sensitive, and it reacts quickly to changes in weather. My skin can become dry, my scalp gets itchy, my lips start to crack, and I can…
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A Short Road Trip to Pantai Bagan Lalang (A Simple Weekend Escape)

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I hadn’t been to Pantai Bagan Lalang, Sepang in years. There was a time when I used to come here quite often with a friend... just to breathe a little,…
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The Reality of Solo Travelling You Don’t See vs Instagram

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One of the things I love most about solo travelling is the freedom it brings. I can go wherever I want, whenever I want. I don’t have to wait for…
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I Used to Chase Feelings and Called it Love, Now I Choose Safety

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I know what it feels like to love someone with everything in me. Not halfway, not casually. I gave myself fully.  I’ve lived through my first relationship, and I’ve experienced…
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