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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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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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Finally Hosted My First Gathering: Bringing My Favourite People Together

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Today I finally get to slow down, take a breath, and sit down to write again. It feels so nice to come back here and share a little life update,…
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First Date Mistakes: The Dos and Don’ts I Learned From Experience

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I’m in my late 30s now… Over the years, I’ve been on more dates than I can count. Different people. Different backgrounds. Different races. There was also a period when…
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The Future May Be Uncertain, But I’m Excited and Prepared for What’s Coming

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A lot has been going on since the beginning of 2026, and it feels almost unreal to say that we are already in March. January quietly slipped into February, and…
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Marriage Can Make You or Ruin You: Lessons on Love, Respect, and Dignity

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About a month ago, someone I knew passed away from a heart attack. For months before that, he had been on medical leave, in and out of the hospital. I'm…
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