Caught in the Liminal Spaces

Caught in the Liminal Spaces

On airports and awaiting the next adventure. 
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Celebrating Christmas the Portuguese Way

Celebrating Christmas the Portuguese Way

What it's like as an expat living in Lisbon during the silly season.
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Dealing with Subtle Cultural Differences

Dealing with Subtle Cultural Differences

Not all cultural differences are easy to spot or identify, making it harder to adjust.
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How Living in Japan Made Me More Eco-conscious

How Living in Japan Made Me More Eco-conscious

Studying abroad doesn't just change you—it can change your habits.
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Far More Than Just a Cuppa

Far More Than Just a Cuppa

Studying Japanese tea ceremonies has given me greater insight into the country's culture and history.
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Dealing with the Lows of Life Abroad

Dealing with the Lows of Life Abroad

Confession time: Living abroad is hard.
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Does Liverpool Live Up to Its Reputation?

Does Liverpool Live Up to Its Reputation?

My first impressions of England's notorious northern city.
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Scratching the Travel Itch

Scratching the Travel Itch

Moving abroad begins with an itch.
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When Carefully Laid Plans Take a Turn

When Carefully Laid Plans Take a Turn

The most important travel skill isn't perseverance; it's flexibility.
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How to Learn the Language of Your New Country

How to Learn the Language of Your New Country

Six strategies I've used to learn Portuguese. 
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Every Day is Wine Day in Moldova

Every Day is Wine Day in Moldova

Never heard of Moldovan wine? That may soon change. 
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I Went to France to Find My Heart

I Went to France to Find My Heart

I had always felt like I was searching for somewhere to belong.
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Always Speak to the Cute French Man on the Train

Always Speak to the Cute French Man on the Train

Everyone made it a point to tell me to avoid the city of Marseille. Fate had other plans. 
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Opening Up In The Pink Heart-shaped City

Opening Up In The Pink Heart-shaped City

Do you believe in fate or is everything in life just a blissful coincidence?
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How to Make Friends Abroad

How to Make Friends Abroad

For expats, having a community around you is critical to thriving in your new home.
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Whats Your Number?

What's Your "Number"?

Why I don't believe in country counting. 
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Finding Truth Through Travel Writing

Finding Truth Through Travel Writing

Travel writing as a way to see the authentic side of misunderstood cultures. 
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Journeying Through Japan on a Shoestring Budget

Journeying Through Japan on a Shoestring Budget

Before I experienced it for myself, I thought that living in the world’s largest metropolitan area would cost me.
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