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A Trip to Bella Coola: Stay, Eat, and Listen!
British Columbia

A Trip to Bella Coola: Stay, Eat, and Listen!

It’s a busy time for me, but that’s a good thing. Part of my business includes some work-related travel through…

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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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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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Beautiful Blumenau, Brazil: A Bit of Tropical Germany
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…

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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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Istanbul in Instalments: Feeling Glamorous in Galata
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…

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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

28. Take advantage of your climate. If you are in a perpetually overcast location and the sun appears: Go out and enjoy it. The same goes for the rain. Enjoy your environment especially the surprises it gives.
119. You really should watch your belongings in Greece. Pickpocketing is no joke.
50. Touch your palm – it is warm. You are living, so live. Celebrate life’s intricacies and subtleties everyday whether you travel or not.
96. The acclimation process is different for everyone. It challenges each of us to ask ourselves exactly who we want.
85. Never steal anything from the VIP section of the club. Just never. This should go without saying, but you would be surprised by the stupidity and insolence of some individuals.
103. It is really unfortunate when you feel safer out of your country as a whole.
17. To swagger back conceited and contemptuous from an adventure is an ironic setback for us all. 
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.
2. Avoid saying you’re American while trying to bargain abroad. It may be harder to get a good deal.
64. Contrary to popular belief, Americans aren’t the only obnoxious, monolingual travellers.

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