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British Columbia

Border Travel with Pets: Canada & USA

Wow! It’s been a bit since the last blog post, but a pandemic will do that. Welcome back to Expat-terns,…

Read More March 6, 2022
Brazil

Beautiful Blumenau, Brazil: A Bit of Tropical Germany

Recently (before COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns), I was fortunate to find the time and funds to head south to a country…

Read More April 19, 2020
Asia

Istanbul in Instalments: Feeling Glamorous in Galata

İstanbul is a big city, and each of its neighbourhoods is an adventure in itself. For this reason, each Istanbul…

Read More December 30, 2019
Cyprus

The BnB Tea: Booking a Place for Cyprus (Paphos)

Welcome to Cyprus: a contentious little country in the Mediterranean. Nina and I arrived to the island quite late in…

Read More September 16, 2019
Cultural Customs

Checking Out Hamburg’s Haunts: Northern Germany

Leaving from Copenhagen, I decided to head down to Hamburg, Germany to begin my new backpacking adventure. However, arriving there…

Read More July 6, 2019
Europe

Why I Love Lisbon, Portugal

As I have remarked before, Lisbon is one of my favourite cities. Period. Arriving this time to the city in…

Read More June 7, 2019
Biology/Zoology

Don’t Be an Aguafiestas: València, Spain (in the Rain)

Arriving around midnight, I took a taxi from the València Airport to the city centre. If I were to have…

Read More April 24, 2019
Africa

Imagining Imlil: the High Atlas of Morocco

Located an hour or so outside of Marrakech, Imlil is a popular destination for adventurous tourists in the region. Unfortunately,…

Read More January 6, 2019
Cuisine

Traveling Like a Mature Twenty Year Old: Edinburgh, Scotland

The Prologue: Venturing from Sweden to Denmark turned out to be more of an experience than expected. After missing my…

Read More September 16, 2018
Cuisine

My First Misterb&b Stay: Oslo, Norway

I am currently in Oslo, Norway visiting my dear friend Charlotte ‘Charlie’ before heading out to Lund, Sweden. My friend…

Read More August 18, 2018
Vancouver’s Chicken Sandwich Chronicles: Part 1
Canada

Vancouver’s Chicken Sandwich Chronicles: Part 1

So, here we are, in a global pandemic. Fun, eh? I am not sure about you all, but for me,…

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A Glimpse into Gay Brazilian Culture: Memes, Themes, and More
Brazil

A Glimpse into Gay Brazilian Culture: Memes, Themes, and More

Cultures vary immensely as do their internal sub-cultures. For those in an out-group, things might always seem strange. And, for…

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Bingeing Brazil: Dining Culture & Recommendations
Brazil

Bingeing Brazil: Dining Culture & Recommendations

Eating etiquette varies globally. There are subtle norms that can be difficult for travellers especially to catch during short visits.…

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Itajaí & Balneário Camboriú: Southern Brazil’s South Beach
Brazil

Itajaí & Balneário Camboriú: Southern Brazil’s South Beach

One of the first images to come to mind when discussing Brazil is the beach. Let’s face it; Ipanema in…

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How to Get to Southern Brazil: A Quick Guide
Brazil

How to Get to Southern Brazil: A Quick Guide

Personally, I love trans-equatorial travel. Crossing this not-so-arbitrary line means a change in seasons, and living in a relatively cold…

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What Makes Edinburgh A Gay Haven
Cuisine

What Makes Edinburgh A Gay Haven

Despite visiting the UK many times, I have actually never experienced its centre of power: England. No. I opt for…

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Istanbul in Instalments: Taking a Bosphorus Cruise & Exploring Beşiktaş
Asia

Istanbul in Instalments: Taking a Bosphorus Cruise & Exploring Beşiktaş

İstanbul is a big city, and each of its neighbourhoods is an adventure in itself. For this reason, each Istanbul…

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Istanbul in Instalments: Mosques and More
Asia

Istanbul in Instalments: Mosques and More

İstanbul is a big city, and each of its neighbourhoods is an adventure in itself. For this reason, each Istanbul…

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Istanbul in Instalments: Kadıköy’s Nightlife
Asia

Istanbul in Instalments: Kadıköy’s Nightlife

İstanbul is a big city, and each of its neighbourhoods is an adventure in itself. For this reason, each Istanbul…

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Çeşme and İzmir: An Intro to the Turkish Aegean
Asia

Çeşme and İzmir: An Intro to the Turkish Aegean

Often exotified, Turkey is a major destination for any avid traveller. Possessing a mixture of both European antiquity and remnants…

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My Expat-terns

27. You will get sick when you travel. It is not the end of the world. Just rest. Marrakech, Tokyo, and/or possibly Milwaukee will still exist after you recover.
72. Sleep is for the weak … and also the people that want to function at a respectable human level the following day.
12. Chile is not the country to bargain in.
45. Gaining certain alliances and supporting foreign nations demonstrates great levels of acceptance and fraternity on your behalf, but not everything you pick from other countries is always beneficial or politically correct. For example after living in Chile, I cannot stand the Argentine accent. The rivalry has been ingrained!
84. Sometimes, it is better to go home early, especially if your health is in question. You may miss out on some adventures, but there will be more. There always are.
117. The sprinkles are a must try in Sweden. It’s the little things in life.
14. Indulge your inner tourist once in a while. Don’t be ashamed.
110. Tel Aviv is literally the gayest place ever. Ever. As in, there are so many gay people.
48. Sometimes life will lead you into a drum circle. Just accept it at this point.
26. Pack less than you expect you’ll need. You can still buy things when you’re abroad. Also, packing less may make you more sociable. You’ll have to interact, ask questions, and go out into the world in order to get what you want. It may be the necessary kick in your timid pants that you’ll need to start exploring your destination.

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