Tag: adventure
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The Quiet Reality of Solo Travel
One thing I’ve started realizing about solo travel is that not every week feels like an adventure. Social media makes it seem like every day abroad is filled with crazy experiences, new friends, beach trips, parties, and nonstop excitement. But the truth is, some weeks are quiet. Some weeks, you barely do anything at all.…
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From Ocean Depths to Cave Adventures: My Best Week Yet
This week has easily been one of the best since I started my travels. Tuesday marked the beginning of something I had been looking forward to from the moment I arrived in the Philippines—scuba diving. I signed up for a two-day course that required four dives to become certified. At first, it was nerve-wracking. Breathing…
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Full Circle: Finally Making It to the Philippines
After spending a month in Santo Domingo and then made a quick trip to Texas for a week, it’s time to continue the journey. This next chapter is one I’ve been looking forward to for a long time—I’m finally heading to Asia, specifically the Philippines. The Philippines is a place I’ve always wanted to visit.…
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Living Abroad Reality: When Holidays Hit Different
When you live away from home and travel the world, you start to forget things that you normally wouldn’t—especially holidays. That’s exactly what happened to me this past Friday. After finishing my workout at the gym in the morning, I headed to my usual spot for breakfast, expecting everything to be business as usual. But…
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Freedom, Discipline, and a Plate of Something New
This week, I decided to actually listen to what people have been telling me. Lately, multiple people have been getting on me about not trying the local food. I always gave the same response: my stomach is sensitive, and why spend money on something I might not even enjoy? But over the last few days,…
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Reflections from a Life Abroad
I took another trip—but this time, it was a trip back home. I came back to the States for about a month to see family and take care of a few things before heading back out to continue traveling. Sitting back and reflecting on the time I spent abroad, I realized I learned—or maybe re-learned—several…
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One Week, Two Life-Changing Experiences
This week was interesting, to say the least. Let’s start with New Year’s Eve. Anyone who has social media has seen the videos—the fireworks on the beach, the massive celebrations, and everyone dressed in white. Well, I was there to see it all in person. I was originally supposed to be on the beach, but…
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