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I have a confession: The first time I’d ever gone to Phnom Penh, I left feeling a bit underwhelmed...

Hoi An is a blend of cultures due to being a busy trading hub back in its glory days.

So, I sat there cross-legged, closed my eyes, let the words fill my senses and cried tears of gratitude.

In 2017, I embarked on my first solo adventure, an all-female adventure, and capped it off by returning to my first love – the ocean.

Transforming from tadpole to mermaid? Here are a few hints and tips for you ladies taking the plunge into scuba diving.

"A part of me has always wanted to be able to tell people I’ve been to Kathmandu."

Museums can be thoroughly enlightening, but if you’re tight on time (and cash) then make these three free museums your priority whilst in London.

"Dare to explore the beautiful places of the world."

The best way to experience Vang Vieng is to bypass the town centre and head directly to the countryside.

"It all started when I found articles online that claimed teaching English abroad was absolutely life-changing and would enable me to travel."

I should probably start by saying that I’m a woman who stands six feet tall in my bare feet. I’m also very, very white,.

We had always hankered to visit the places described in our favourite books. So in June 2017, we decided to embark on a self-drive literary tour.

Decades of economic sanctions and unfavourable portrayal by the media have given the Iran quite the poor image.

I had my fears and concerns before arriving in Tokyo, but they surprisingly vanished in the face of its reality.

"I focused on the view through the windows, watching the countryside go by while it drizzled."

I had the privilege of visiting Rwanda with several friends for a social justice mission trip one summer.

I was in Japan for 10 days and used my umbrella the entire time. It became an extension of my wardrobe.

Chiang Mai is well known for its pagodas and temples, but we decided to skip those...

I was told that in order to truly experience the local culture, the Japanese onsen (hot spring) is a must-do when in Tokyo.

After months of route-planning and preparations, the countdown is over. My boyfriend and I are ready for our long-awaited backpacking trip around Vietnam and Thailand.

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