Entering into a One Year Teaching Contract With my plane ticket in one hand and my passport in the other, I made steps in the line to board the plane to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I glanced back at my Mom and I knew she was trying to put on a brave face, as […]
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What do you suppose is the best way to stop overeating in quarantine? It may sound obvious, but have you thought about fasting? We often eat not out of hunger but boredom and discomfort—sound familiar? Fasting is a way not only to give your body a chance to restore itself but also to improve your
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As the Corona Virus looms on, the future of traveling and travel blogging hangs in limbo. As airlines start to go bankrupt and countries order their citizens to stay indoors, the future for the whole industry is uncertain. I watched the transformation in Vietnam go from being relatively relaxed (even with schools closing in January),
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Ba Ho Waterfall is just a short 45-minute motorbike or taxi drive from Nha Trang City. It’s a wonderful day trip with an adventurous hike along boulders and three natural pools to cool off in afterward. Read on to find out how to get there, what amenities are available, and about the challenging hike. Ba
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My Pick Pocket Story Valentine’s Day of 2020, I was driving home on my motorbike like any other night, except it was after 1 AM. I dropped off my friend at his place and continued down the empty street to my house. I had just exited the main road along the beach, turned onto my
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Where is Da Lat Vietnam? Da lat is one of the top tourist destinations in Vietnam. Once a colonial French vacation town, it has a romantic atmosphere and is nicknamed The City of Flowers. It’s no wonder people flock to this southern Vietnamese city for its stunning mountain views, expansive lakes, and rows of pretty
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10 Great Dishes & Where to Find Them in HCMC, Vietnam I’m walking the dusty streets of Saigon, peering into restaurants with little plastic stools, tables, and foreign menus on the walls. The familiar feeling of dread washes over me, being too scared to walk in yet my stomach rumbling in protest. Cars and bikes
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Anand Ashram- Ubud Bali As a final hurrah for 2019, I decided to book a flight from Vietnam to Bali. Right after, I booked my first few nights at Anand Ashram to fulfill my lifelong desire to go to one. I have always wanted to see what it’s like, and since Ubud is known as
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Things to Do in Kuala Lumpur in 3 Days Did you know that Kuala Lumpur is known as KL, and its residents are known as KLites? In this article, I’ll share some off-the-beaten-track activities in KL to make your stay unforgettable. KL is a big city that has a lot to offer. While most people
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The Ultimate Backpacker’s Guide to Bali There are few places in this world as serene and as breathtaking as the “Island of the Gods.” Peace is omnipresent on the island of Bali, thanks to the Hinduism that imbues everyday life and architecture. However, it can be difficult to know where to stay and what to
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