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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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Istanoodle House: Seven-Colored Hand-Pulled Noodles I Can’t Get Enough Of!

That day was one of those days... the kind where I wanted nothing in the world except a bowl of noodle soup. Whenever my appetite disappears, anything warm and soupy…
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I Went to Pasar Eatai Chinese Muslim Festival and Left Feeling Amazed

Okay, so recently I visited the Pasar Eatai Chinese Muslim Festival at One Utama Shopping Mall, and I was buzzing with excitement even before stepping in. As someone who has…
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Stranger Things Season 5 Finale Review: A Bittersweet Goodbye to the Series

Stranger Things... my favorite TV series closed its final chapter yesterday, and I’m still sitting with a mix of emotions I don’t quite know how to untangle. Part of me…
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Making My First Terrarium at Taman Hati Studio & Café, Petaling Jaya

Growing up, I noticed how attentive my parents were, especially my dad, who has always treated his garden with so much care. A habit he continues to this day. Back…
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Antique Hostel, Istanbul: A Well-Located Hostel in Sultanahmet

During my trip to Istanbul last September, I knew right away that location was my top priority. I wanted to stay somewhere central, close to major attractions, and easy to…
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A Bowl of Comfort: Yong Tau Foo Soup at AK Noodles House

I love soup. Like, really love it. It’s my forever comfort food. The one thing I can always say yes to, even on days when my appetite quietly disappears. When…
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Moving On Without Forgetting: Choosing to Love Yourself More

"'Cause there we are again when I loved you so, back before you lost the one real thing you've ever known. It was rare, I was there, I remember it…
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