Tag: ASIA
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Ubud, Indonesia: Jungle Views, Rice Terraces, Cafes, and Balinese Culture
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Ubud surprised me. One minute I sat in traffic behind scooters, then minutes later I listened to frogs beside rice fields. We spent days exploring temples, cafes, markets, and jungle views while learning why so many travelers come here searching for rest, creativity, wellness, and a different pace than home.
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Finally Exploring Tokyo: Our First Big Trip Living in Asia
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Pickup a map to make sure you are buying the correct ticket or you may be blocked from boarding the train. Having access to all three will make travel easier below ground, but you can get around the city using only the metro, as long as you are diligent and…
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Best Things to Do in Bali: Top 10 Destinations You’ll Love
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Bali surprised me in ways I never expected. What started as a quiet getaway quickly turned into volcano hikes, jungle temples, monkey forests, rice terraces, and unforgettable meals. This post shares the places, food, and experiences that made Bali feel exciting, spiritual, chaotic, beautiful, and impossible to forget.
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How to Avoid Food Poisoning in Thailand
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Thailand’s street food scene is irresistible, but staying healthy matters. This guide explains how to enjoy street food while avoiding Thai Tummy, with practical tips on choosing busy vendors, food hygiene, safe water and ice, fresh produce, refrigeration, and knowing when to seek medical help while traveling in Thailand safely.
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First Impressions of Beijing: What It’s Really Like Exploring a City This Big
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First impressions about Beijing… it’s BIG!! Really big. More than 250 million people live in the city and its surrounding suburbs. Imagine that. There are only 50 and 322 million people living gin the entire countries of Korea and the United States respectively.
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How to Spend a Rainy Day in Luang Prabang, Laos
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Biking through Luang Prabang felt magical, especially in the rain. The drizzle turned our ride into an adventure. Riding with Steven made it even more fun. With minimal traffic and no street lights, it’s incredibly safe for cycling.
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Valuable Travel Tips From Living in South Korea and Exploring Asia
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I was very excited when I found out we would be heading back overseas. The idea of living in South Korea intrigued me. I lived in Korea many years ago as a child. So I immediately began researching Daegu. I looked for blogs that could provide some insights for what…
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OinK: 15 Fun, Strange, and Only-in-Korea Experiences You’ll Never Forget
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I thought I understood South Korea before I arrived, but within days I realized I did not. The rules felt different, the rhythm felt faster, and the small details kept catching me off guard. Some moments made me laugh, others made me stop and rethink everything I thought I knew…