Posted at 01:06h
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by Samah
A myriad of questions still run through my mind when I think of my two-month volunteer English teacher stint in Taiwan. How did I end up in Taiwan? How did I explore the entire island so seamlessly? Why did I break my leg just two...
Posted at 03:21h
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Americas
by Samah
An iconic American city, Seattle surrounded by mesmerizing mountain-scapes of Mt. Ranier, Mt. Baker, Mt. Olympus and the rest of the Cascade Range. Seattle is famous for start-up companies, Amazon and all things tech. The city has an appeal despite the visible crackheads and sheer...
Posted at 23:13h
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Americas
by Samah
Here is a comprehensive guide for Canadians buying a house in the USA. It includes what I learned from my first home buying experience and what I would do differently next time. I bought a house in Orlando, Florida, just ten minutes away from Orlando’s...
Posted at 02:50h
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Americas
by Samah
Borders are not entirely closed. But the way the media phrased the travel ban narrative made many think otherwise. You’re unable to drive across the border as land borders are closed. Airplanes will still take you to the US. Travel from Canada to Florida during...
Posted at 01:50h
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East Asia
by Samah
My ten-day Japan trip was a last-minute idea. I was about to leave Toronto, Canada to teach English in Changhua, Taiwan and realized I should visit Japan, while I’m in East Asia region, considering the 13-hour long haul flight from Canada. I visit Japan beginning...
Posted at 14:26h
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Americas
by Samah
The Utah to Arizona road trip is one of the best trips I’ve planned and experienced. The two states offer astounding scenery, hiking trails and activities that will leave your mouth agape.
The food scene is intense. I had to quit eating out so much
since it...