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Day of the Longboat: Vancouver, BC
Canada

Day of the Longboat: Vancouver, BC

Settling into a new city is always an experience especially with the added responsibilities of academics looming over oneself. And…

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UBC’s Jumpstart: Confessions as an American UBC Student
British Columbia

UBC’s Jumpstart: Confessions as an American UBC Student

I am currently in the scenic city of Vancouver and have started my studies with orientation as an “international” student…

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Vancouver’s Richmond Night Market
British Columbia

Vancouver’s Richmond Night Market

I’m in Vancouver, British Columbia right now, starting university in lovely Canada. However, classes have not started yet because international…

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Imminent International Itineraries: University and Summer 2015
British Columbia

Imminent International Itineraries: University and Summer 2015

It has been awhile. I have not posted recently because I do not really want to bore y’all. I’m in…

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University Eh?
British Columbia

University Eh?

I have been accepted into the University of British Columbia Vancouver! That’s right. I am planning on going to school…

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Why I Love Vancouver
British Columbia

Why I Love Vancouver

What can I say about Vancouver? The Place  Vancouver’s landscape is amazing. It’s the perfect mix of sea and sierra.…

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Certainly Great, Not Very White Though: Summer Series of Vancouver
British Columbia

Certainly Great, Not Very White Though: Summer Series of Vancouver

Anyone want a photo series of Vancouver, British Columbia? Well, y’all are getting one nevertheless. I’m leaving Vancouver, BC soon!…

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A Wonderful Introduction: Vancouver Food Trucks
British Columbia

A Wonderful Introduction: Vancouver Food Trucks

Upon arriving in Vancouver, British Columbia, my family and I partook in a food truck festival in full swing. Food…

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1. While at the Dongdaemun Night Market (Seoul, South Korea), trust your gut or face gastric consequences.
55. It’s best not to be a picky eater when traveling, and personally, I think this is true about life in general. It just makes everything so much more complicated. And, complications during travel should be avoided even if they are small. It’s not the end all be all though.
95. Italian is one of the most fun languages in which to flirt, especially with actual Italians.
119. You really should watch your belongings in Greece. Pickpocketing is no joke.
75. If you as a citizen of the United States are often abroad during important national holidays, I recommend doing very American activities to compensate for your utter lack of patriotism. Nothing obnoxious of course, but why not spend a little time at Starbucks on the 4th of July in Prague or buy something online you definitely do not need on Labor Day in Taiwan? Very American.
52. Book early – Flights, hostels, and work arrangements. Be organized and pay beforehand. For long trips, I’d say schedule a few months in advance.
18. Doing sink laundry is an art form every backpacker needs to learn. All you need is a sink, powdered detergent, and manual labor.
56. Weather expectations while traveling can be harmful. Always remember that your destination may not be the sunny paradise you think it will be, so pack appropriately.
30. Context is key. It is key to everything, everywhere, and with everyone.
113. When it comes to national holidays, independence days and such, remember those who were not the “nationals” who helped build the nation and especially what nations were and still are there.

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