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Author: Dana Hooshmand

Adventure traveller, language nerd, and coffee addict. I can deadlift a motorcycle, speak nine languages (including at least one that will surprise you), and know one great card trick.
Essential Chinese Proverbs that Teach You About China — With Audio
Languages | Chinese Language Learning | Culture

Essential Chinese Proverbs that Teach You About China — With Audio

ByDana Hooshmand October 5, 2018July 13, 2023

Chinese proverbs that will teach you about Chinese culture and history, for intermediate and advanced Chinese language learners.

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How to Run Faster and Longer
Fitness and Health | Running | Skills

How to Run Faster and Longer

ByDana Hooshmand October 2, 2018May 18, 2019

Join me on my quest to run faster and longer, training in Kenya in June 2019.

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Why Quitting Your Job to Go Travelling Isn’t a Terrible Idea
Travel | Editorial

Why Quitting Your Job to Go Travelling Isn’t a Terrible Idea

ByDana Hooshmand October 1, 2018July 18, 2023

Reason number one: There’s never a perfect time in your career or relationship.

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Choosing A Language to Learn: Three Questions to Ask
Editorial | Language Learning Guides and Resources | Languages

Choosing A Language to Learn: Three Questions to Ask

ByDana Hooshmand September 30, 2018September 15, 2023

Trying to choose what language to learn? Read our detailed guide, analysing how hard they are, how many people speak them, and more.

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Moving Abroad Checklist – A Comprehensive Guide for Expats
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Moving Abroad Checklist – A Comprehensive Guide for Expats

ByDana Hooshmand September 30, 2018September 28, 2021

The ultimate preparation checklist for becoming a digital nomad or moving to another country.

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Our Favourite Apps to Learn Languages Quickly
Languages | Language Learning Guides and Resources

Our Favourite Apps to Learn Languages Quickly

ByDana Hooshmand September 30, 2018August 19, 2023

Our review of our favourite apps like italki and Glossika to learn languages fast, plus reviews of Duolingo, Memrise, Lingvist, and Glossika.

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Stay fit While Travelling — Five Ideas
Travel | Fitness and Health

Stay fit While Travelling — Five Ideas

ByDana Hooshmand September 30, 2018July 12, 2023

Staying fit while travelling is a constant challenge. Here are our tips for training, diet and gear to keep that six pack in shape.

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How to Blend In (in a Foreign Country)
Languages | Travel

How to Blend In (in a Foreign Country)

ByDana Hooshmand September 29, 2018June 24, 2023

The subtle art of blending in anywhere and being treated like a local: tips from pros on disappearing into crowds

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How to Read and Write Any Language — A Quick Guide
Languages | Language Learning Guides and Resources

How to Read and Write Any Language — A Quick Guide

ByDana Hooshmand September 28, 2018July 12, 2023

A quick guide to understanding the major writing systems of the worlds – alphabets, characters, and others.

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Learn Arabic in 60 Days — A Plan with Results (and Videos)
Languages | Arabic Language Learning | Egypt | Travel

Learn Arabic in 60 Days — A Plan with Results (and Videos)

ByDana Hooshmand September 28, 2018July 12, 2023

Here are all the things we’re going to do (or try) to learn Arabic fluently in 60 days in Egypt.

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