Destinations
Vietnamese Street Food: My Must-Try Favourites
There were a million and one reasons why I thought I would fall in love with Vietnam. Vietnamese steeet food was not one of them. It’s not that I didn’t expect to like the food, more that food usually doesn’t rank really high on my travel radar, especially in places like Southeast Asia. Don’t get…
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Solo Travel in Thailand: Tips, Thoughts, and What to Expect
After four years of trips to Europe, 2015 was my time to change it up and visit a new continent, starting with a long-time backpacker favourite: Thailand. I was excited to visit, after all, who doesn’t want to go to Thailand. But, I was also a little bit skeptical. Was solo travel in Thailand safe?…
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Why the Ladyboy Show in Chaing Mai is a Must See
I can still remember the first ladyboy I saw in Thailand. She was beautiful. Her black hair was silky smooth, not a strand out of place. Her makeup was flawless, complete with the perfect winged eye liner that I can never manage get just right. A form fitting white dress hugged her curves and she rocked…
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Scuba Diving in Komodo National Park
Komodo National Park is best known for it’s unique inhabitants, the Komodo dragons, but those who scuba dive know that this part of the world is also home to some absolutely incredible dive sites as well. I visited Komodo early on as a diver. I only had 12 dives under my belt and most of…
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3 Days in Hong Kong: A Hong Kong Itinerary for First Time Visitors
I’ll be honest; I didn’t think that I’d like Hong Kong. I was worried that it would be too big, too busy, too modern. After spending so much time travelling through small villages and towns in Southeast Asia where I couldn’t drink the tap water or flush toilet paper, I thought that being in Hong…
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How to Explore Hong Kong on a Budget
Hong Kong ended up being a big surprise for me. I spent 3 days in Hong Kong as a little stopover on my (really long) way back home to Canada after a few months in SE Asia. To be honest, I didn’t expect to like it. After spending so long in Southeast Asia I figured…
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1 Day in Macau: Hong Kong to Macau Day Trip
I had a 4-day layover in Hong Kong after coming back from my most recent trip to Southeast Asia. I planned 3 days in Hong Kong but due to flight times, actually ended up having 4. So, I figured I may as well try somewhere new and spend 1 day in Macau. A day trip…
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See the Best Christmas Lights in NYC with this Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
There’s something magical about New York City at Christmas. From the elegant storefront windows done up with glitter, the majestic Christmas tree at Rockefeller centre, towering over an icy rink perfect for skating, and even the little wooden booths at New York’s Christmas markets. The holiday season is a wonderful time to visit the Big…
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Plan Your Own Nusa Penida Tour: An Off the Beaten Track Day Trip from Bali
I’m not going to lie, I am one of few people who didn’t love Bali. While the cheeky monkeys, magic men, and beautiful Balinese villas were interesting to see, Bali wasn’t what I wanted. It was too westernized and didn’t feel authentic. I wanted off the beaten path adventure and I couldn’t seem to find it there.…
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The Best Things to do in Mandalay (and What to Avoid!)
I visited Myanmar in 2015 but only had a week which meant I really only had time for two cities. Bagan was a must- there was no way I was missing those temples and sunrise moments that I had been dreaming about for years. My other option was either Yangon or Mandalay. Yangon was the…
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The Best of Bagan in 2 Days
Myanmar (also known as Burma) has been one of those mysterious countries that most people know very little about and few people choose to travel to. In the past, the military control of the country had most tourists afraid or unwilling to venture into the South East Asian country, and those that did dare to…
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Skip the Crowds: The Best Place for Sunrise in Bagan
Edit: Due to recent changes in Bagan, access to my secret temple (and every temple) is no longer permitted. Please take a look at my 2 days in Bagan guide for an updated version on where you can see sunrise in Bagan. I’ve chosen to keep this blog post up for my own memories but…
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Angkor Wat in 1 Day? Here’s How to See The Best Temples of Angkor
Visiting Cambodia to see the famous temples of Angkor was a dream for me. The ancient city had been on my bucket list for as long as I could remember and I was definitely willing to hang my Indiana Jones hat up for a day and embrace my inner tomb raider. But with only 3…
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The Best of Siem Reap in 3 Days
Motorbikes, cars, and trucks whizzed past me on the dusty roads as I sat in my Cambodian tuktuk on the way to Mad Monkey Hostel. It was hot and sticky but the breeze kept me cool and my excitement at being in Cambodia distracted from the heat. I had dreamed of visiting the famous Angkor…
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Why I’m Glad I Gave Israel a Second Chance
In November of 2018, I visited Israel for the first time. I was so excited to go yet I left feeling disappointed and convinced I would never return. So, what happened? Well, in this case, I feel like it was more of what didn’t happen. My first visit to Israel was with another blogger. I…
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Backpacking Through Morocco as a Woman: My Most Difficult Travel Experience Yet
Morocco was somewhere that I’ve been eyeing for a while but, as much as I hated to admit it, it was not somewhere I wanted to go alone. Like several other countries in the world, Morocco comes with a reputation, especially for female travellers. From sexual assault and harassment, unwanted physical contact and violence, I…
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Dual Narrative Hebron Tour: Don’t Leave Israel Without This Experience
I glanced at the window beside me; a fractured kaleidoscope of colours reflected by the scenery outside. Tiny cracks spider webbing out from the point of impact in the middle crawled across the entire window pane. I wondered what had made the window crack like that. I hoped it was a rock, but I also…
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Exploring the Best of the Twin Cities from Roseville, Minnesota
If you asked me a few months ago if I had ever heard of Roseville, Minnesota I’d have told you no. Granted, as a Canadian, my US geography isn’t exactly top notch (I’ve really only spent time in New York City, Oahu, and Orlando area) but having just been invited by the tourism board to…
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I Was Sexually Assaulted in Tonga After Trying to Blend with the Locals
Tonga was a dream destination for me. The idea of being able to swim with humpback whales blew my mind and I was more than happy to discover those postcard-perfect islands surrounded by clear aqua waters and fringed with soft, white sand. It took me a year to plan and save up for it. But it…
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How to Make the Most Out of a Weekend in Washington DC
Looking for a fun place to spend a weekend away? A great city with plenty to see and do, a great food scene, and somewhere easy to get around? Washington DC makes for the perfect weekend escape; with so much to see and do you won’t get bored, but two days in Washington DC is…
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The Best Things to Do in Montego Bay, Jamaica: A Local’s Guide
In the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to go to Montego Bay, Jamaica twice. While the beaches were stunning, the ocean was warm, and the Caribbean island vibes were absolutely dreamy, the fact was that both times, my Jamaica experience was really just a Jamaica resort experience. As a traveller who encourages other’s to…
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What is the Best Hawaiian Island for Your Vacation?
Hawaii is a vacation dream for many travellers, especially during the cold winter months. Thoughts of tropical breezes, turquoise waves, lush rainforests, and coconut cocktails is enough to get even winter enthusiasts excited. But, while Hawaii maybe be one state, it’s actually made up eight main islands (there are over 130 islands total). Of these…
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Is Egypt Safe? My Experience Travelling Through Egypt
I glance at myself in the mirror, critically eyeing my outfit. A flowy green top with a high neck and a light white sweater; no cleavage, no shoulders. My pants are also loose; a dark blue elephant style pant that are so popular in Southeast Asia. They don’t hug my curves and my knees are…
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Girls’ Getaway: Luxury Vacation at the Iberostar Grand Rose Hall Jamaica
With winter fast approaching most people in the northern hemisphere are already fantasizing about white sand beaches, blue skies, and warm ocean waves. I know I am. Yet, I already managed to escape some of it with a five-day trip in November to beautiful, sunny Jamaica. Five days at a luxury five resort with three…
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Girls’ Getaway Toronto: A Luxury Weekend Escape
Toronto is one of Canada’s most popular cities for visitors and for good reason. It’s stylish and modern with plenty to do and see. From sports to shopping, art to animals, there really is something for everyone. Not to mention, as one of the nation’s most multicultural cities, it has an amazing food scene. Toronto…
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