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Vesak Day in Bangkok
Vesak Day (or Wesak Day) is more commonly known as Buddha’s birthday. However, the event encompasses not only Buddha’s birth, but also his enlightenment and death. While Christians celebrate Jesus’ birth and death as two separate occasions (Christmas and Easter), Buddhists commemorate Buddha’s birth and death as one. Given that Buddhism is the biggest religion in Thailand, with 90% of the population practising the faith, Vesak Day is undoubtedly one of Bangkok’s most important annual events. It’s a fascinating time to visit the city. Image Source When is Vesak Day? The date varies from year to year, and from country to country – depending on which calendar is followed. In…
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10 Reasons Why Ibiza Is The World’s Utopia (#4 Will Take Your Breath Away)
Pssstttt… I’m going to let you in on a secret. Ibiza is so much more than Amnesia, Space, and Pacha. (In case you’ve been under a rock, these are some of the most famous nightclubs in the world). In fact, these clubs are only open three months out of each year. After visiting Ibiza twice, I am convinced that Ibiza really is the world’s utopia. You don’t often find the mix of all that Ibiza has to offer in one place, but Ibiza has them all. Ibiza is such an amazing place, I would consider living there. If you would like to relocate to Ibiza, know that the island has a…
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First Impressions Of Crete
It is only a matter of hours, and I am already deeply loving Crete. These first views of Crete are wrapping me in their wonder and taking me by surprise, and already, I don’t want to leave. Maybe, it’s because I came with no expectations. I had no time to “research” this place. But, Greece has a way of capturing my heart. And, this has just brought back all of those feelings. It started with the plane ride in. Snow-covered mountains which I had not expected to see glistened in the sun and beckoned me to this island of olive groves, vineyards, and rolling hills. The bus ride from the…
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Letting Go Of Baggage: A Weight Loss Plan For Your “Stuff”
The less I needed, the better I felt. • Charles Bukowski Well, here I go again. Almost, six months ago, I sold everything I owned, and moved to Mexico. Well, almost everything. I still had SIX suitcases, which is a lot to carry if you want to be free. But, you know what? I wasn’t quite ready to let go of everything yet. I did pretty good at downsizing from a three-bedroom house to this, but it was still a heavy load. But, now, I’m finally ready. I’m ready to exchange my stuff for adventure, freedom, and lightness. If you are learning how to be a nomad, one of the main…
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San Miguel, “It’s Not You, It’s Me”
Oh, San Miguel de Allende. I know it was terrible of me to break up with you on Valentine’s Day, but I couldn’t keep my feelings inside any longer. I hope you understand. It’s not you, it’s me. I was in the middle of the biggest change of my life, when we met. Actually, I did what I always do. I fell in love too easily with you….BEFORE WE EVER MET. I had heard about you from others, how amazing you were. And then we started chatting online. You sent me your pictures. I was sold, head over heels in love. And so, I moved in with you….BEFORE WE EVER…
