Tag: travel abroad
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scotland
Transitioning from the lively party scene in London to the tranquil Scottish countryside was a stark contrast. It took about a week to adjust, but now I find myself embracing the peacefulness of Scotland. I’m staying at a beautiful four-star Bed & Breakfast in a secluded part of the Scottish countryside, working in exchange for…
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london
The ferry I boarded was an enormous vessel, boasting eight levels. The lower decks housed vehicles, while the upper decks featured a variety of amenities including lounges, sleeping quarters, a cafeteria, a movie theater, a shop, a spa, and a bar, among others. I explored the ship before settling in at the bar where I…
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galway & dingle
After spending a few delightful days in County Mayo, Jen and I headed south along the coast to Galway, stopping frequently to capture the breathtaking scenery with our cameras. The Irish coastline is undeniably one of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve ever seen. We arrived in Galway early in the afternoon, settled into a place…
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county mayo
Her knuckles were white as she gripped the steering wheel, her back rigid with tension. The car was thick with nervous energy as we navigated our way out of Dublin, trying to find the expressway. I took a deep breath, focused on relaxing, and concentrated on sending calm, confident vibes to Jen, who was bravely…
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ireland
“Where are you staying?” the customs officer asked sharply. I quickly pulled out my iPhone and showed her the address of the youth hostel I had booked in Dublin. She meticulously noted the address in her notepad. “How long will you be in Ireland? When are you leaving? Why don’t you have a return ticket?…
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berlin
My stint in Berlin was brief but eventful. I arrived at the apartment share I had booked through AirBnB.com and met my roommates for the duration of my stay. After settling into my spacious and beautiful room, I freshened up and decided to explore the local area, renowned for its buzzing nightlife. I stumbled upon…
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GLAMsterdam
I started partying [raving] in the late 1990s, and for a while, the rave scene significantly shaped who I was. During those years, I became deeply immersed in the drum-n-bass (DnB) genre of electronic music, turning into quite an aficionado. Although I stopped attending raves every single weekend in the early 2000s, my passion for…
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I AMsterdam
The train journey from Brussels to Amsterdam whizzed by much faster than expected. I nestled into my plush, first-class coach seat intending to read, but in no time, we were pulling into Amsterdam Centraal station. I grabbed my luggage and hailed a cab outside, which took me to my flat in the Museumplein district, just…
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a word on accommodations
I was awakened by the sound of thunder and the relentless drumming of rain against my open window. Quickly, I moved my suitcase away from the window to protect my clothes from getting wet and snuggled back under the warm down comforter. It was still dark outside, and lightning momentarily lit up my room. It…
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brussels
Leaving the enchantment of Paris was difficult, but I had a train to Brussels to catch! Upon arriving, I took a brief cab ride to my hotel in the city center. Though I was initially saddened by my departure from Paris, I soon ventured out, took a walk, and grabbed a beer to settle in.…
She Travels Alone 