statements in seclusion: interviews during lock-down
julia - sibiu, romania Julia and I ‘met’ in a Facebook Expat group for Sibiu when I was still staying in Italy. My plans after Romania were initially to
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a tale of two exiles
When it became clear that I, an American girl traveling through Eastern Europe, would remain in Romania during the 2020 COVID-19 lock-down, my virtual social circle
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As long as I’ve been able to remember, I’ve always had a thing for doors - the physical portals themselves, and the incomparable classic rock band. When
Read More +the global lock-down: expats & digital nomads share their stories
I have a very unique relationship with COVID-19. As an online instructor, who teaches Chinese children English, I had a privileged glimpse into the private lives of
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Let’s face it - none of us are about to head out on a trip any time soon. Most of us aren’t even going to leave our houses any time soon. BUT, I’m
Read More +staying entertained during the lockdown
Whether you’re home-quarantined, living in a city that’s been locked-down, or maybe just feeling anti-social - here are some great ways to combat
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18 mistakes to avoid when traveling abroad
When I first began traveling overseas, I had no idea what I was doing. I was not the same person I am today - the type who does due diligence on the places I
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