I have a few random phobias, and a few of them are about animals. One is birds, especially pigeons — touching them, them landing on my head, poop landing on me from the sky. But my biggest phobia of all is my fear of fish. Growing up, we would spend our summers camping on a […]
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If you’re in Bangkok during the weekend, you must visit Chatuchak Market. This gargantuan market is a microcosm of Bangkok in itself: chaotic, humorous, immense, diverse, full of delicious food and hot, hot, hot. Chatuchak Market, also called Jatujak Market or JJ by the locals, is open on Saturday and Sunday from 9-6. I can’t
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After arriving in Bangkok, I knew where to start my sightseeing: visiting temples! Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew are the two most famous ones, located right next to each other in Ko Ratanakosin. Wat Pho Wat Pho is the oldest and largest temple in Bangkok. And by temple, it’s actually several temples within one
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So, how do you pack one small backpack for seven months in Southeast Asia? It’s not easy. I’ve agonized over every single item in here. And yes, I’m well aware that I’ve overpacked. I couldn’t help it. But I’ll send items home if I need to. When it comes to clothing in general, I’m like
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Image: chop1n One of the nice surprises about Budapest is that you’ll find thermal baths all over the city! The baths are built around natural hot springs, and because there are so many establishments throughout the city, most of them are a bargain to visit. My friends and I knew that we had to go.
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Image: kahala Almost a year ago, I was mugged for the first and (I hope) only time in my life. At the time, I was living in Boston, across the street from Berklee College of Music and Boston Conservatory. It’s a very nice neighborhood, home to students and musicians. I had recently joined a gym,
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Image: Grand Velas Resort I’ve found the best massage in Boston: Boston Massage Associates in Copley Square. I can’t recommend this business enough! I know a lot of you come to this site for Boston tips. Let me tell you something: I’ve had lots of massages in Boston, but after going to Boston Massage Associates,
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When I announced my plan to spend seven months in Southeast Asia, most people questioned why I’d want to spend so much time there. Honestly, there is so much that I want to see in Southeast Asia that I could stay for years! Here are the regions that I hope to visit on the Asia
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If you’re a girl who hasn’t traveled alone before, you might have no idea where to begin! That’s okay — there are so many options for you. The ideal first solo trip for female travelers is easy, fun, and low-stress. Give yourself some structure, but don’t plan out every minute of every day. You don’t
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