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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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A Lunch Date at Tamarind Square and Little Moments That Matter

Have you ever said something casually like, “Next time, I’ll treat you,” and then your brain decides to archive it in bold, capital letters, highlighted, underlined… and replay it at…
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Easy Hiking at KL East Park: Beginner-Friendly Trail with KL Skyline View

My friend and I actually planned to hike at KL East Park almost a year ago. But life happened... she got busy with her studies, our schedules never matched, and…
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Getting Lost in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur: A Slow Day Well Spent

Kuala Lumpur (KL) has never been my favourite city. It’s crowded, it’s noisy, and the traffic can be… a lot. Still, no matter how much I complain about the crowds…
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Exploring BookXcess, REXKL: A Fun Spot to Browse Books and Take Photos

After my lunch at Battered in REXKL, I decided not to rush off just yet. Since it was my first time there and I didn’t know when I’d be back…
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My First-Ever Fish and Chips at Battered Fish & Chip Co. Kuala Lumpur

I once told my partner that I’d never eaten fish and chips. Yes. Fish and chips. Shocking, I know. It’s such a simple, classic dish, yet somehow it never made…
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How To Have Courage To Travel Solo (Even When You’re Scared)

The first time I traveled solo was in 2016. I didn’t really plan it properly; I just knew I wanted to go somewhere, and once that thought was in my…
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K Fry Urban Korean: Another Visit for the Mixed Cheesy Fried Chicken Bumbuk

The first time I visited K Fry, I walked away thinking, "Yep... I'll definitely be coming back." The chicken was incredibly good, but what made that lunch even more memorable…
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So, Apparently My Childhood Asthma Came Back… Now What?

I don’t know if this happens to everyone, but ever since COVID-19, coughing just feels… different. Heavier. More stubborn. Like it refuses to leave once it shows up. Almost everyone…
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