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The Best Life Hong Kong: How to Spend 3 Days Magically
Welcome back to part 2 of the weekend trip, where I had the time of my life. Hong Kong has so much to offer I couldn’t fit all of it in the day 1 post. Hong Kong is an excellent place for students, and although some might find it expensive, you can still enjoy it…
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Reasons to Visit Vibrant Hong Kong: Tour Time (AFFORDABLE)!
My first Hong Kong Tour! I recently visited magical Hong Kong with some friends, and I am sad to say this is my last Asia trip during my exchange in Seoul. It was the perfect last trip while I was here. In this blog post, I want to recap our trip and help you organise…
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Exciting Things You Need To Do In Seoul, South Korea!
I have been studying abroad in Seoul for up to three months. Can’t believe it! I keep thinking of things to do in Seoul that I have to accomplish before my one-month left is up. From the crazy cafes to quirky districts, I can assure you that you will never get bored in Seoul! I’ve…
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You Need Lessons in Chemistry: Why the Love Works
I recently finished Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. I’m late to the trend, but one of my goals this year was to read more. I have read more than I did last year, but not enough. Lessons in Chemistry quickly became an addicting book. With various dramatic elements and themes of female empowerment; I…
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How to Climb a Mind-Blowing Volcano: The Best 2-Day Hike in Lombok, Indonesia
I just came back from an exhilarating trip to Lombok, Indonesia! My dad and I embarked on the thrilling adventure of hiking up Mt. Rinjani, one of the active volcanos you can visit. Despite the brevity of the trip, it was nothing short of incredible. It was worth the travel time because the views and…
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Traditional Tokyo Tour: Unlocking the Secrets of a Day of Authentic Exploration
The second day of my Tokyo Tour reflected the traditional side of the beautiful and historic city. From national monuments to temples, I saw a lot that day, and a bonus was the incredible food. Check out my previous post to see what I did on Day 1 and where I stayed 🙂 Tokyo Tour:…
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Solo Travel Adventures! My Exciting Time in Tokyo, Japan Day 1
This last weekend, I embarked on my first solo travel trip to Tokyo, Japan! How exciting! It was an exhilarating four days. Solo travel has recently been romanticised and is a massive trend in our generation. You see many TikToks of people taking the plunge – and now I understand why. I want to recap…
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How to Move Out at 16! Boarding School Life
I’m guessing you clicked on this because you are trying to figure out how to move out at 16. Did you know that I did this as soon as I turned 16 because I went to the United World College? Not because I didn’t love my family (they’re lovely!), but because it was my lifelong…
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Why Netherlands Universities are The Best!
I made the crazy decision to move trans-Atlantic when I was 18 to study at a Netherlands University! This was the best decision of my life as a US-American to experience Holland. It’s easier than you think to find universities/masters in the Netherlands for international students. Firstly, I want to start off by saying that…
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Speaker of the House Elected: Crisis Solved!
Curious about the last few weeks of crisis in the U.S. Speaker of the House? If you are asking yourself this question, read on to learn why this matters, who the new speaker is, and a recap of the last few weeks of the crisis. On October 4th 2023, the House of Representatives faced an…