Tag: Travel
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vrachati, greece

I arrived in the quaint town of Vrachati, near Corinth, on Sunday afternoon, May 9. It’s a small, charming town by the sea, dotted with plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafes. After unpacking in my room, I strolled down to the seafront. I’m struck by how much the Grecian landscape resembles that of California—the similarities…
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aegina, greece

On my last morning in NYC, I received an alarming email from a friend in Greece warning me to reschedule my flight due to upcoming airport strikes on the day I was set to arrive. Frantic, I contacted the airline, but they had no information about the strikes and mentioned hefty fees for any changes.…
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skydiving

I’ve always had a fear of heights; for instance, standing too close to the edge on a Manhattan rooftop can leave me breathless. Likewise, climbing ladders or standing near windows in tall buildings is unnerving for me. So, what’s a more daring way to confront this fear than skydiving? Is it courage or just folly?…