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Hot and Noisy: The Best Tips on How to Eat in China
Travel | China | Culture | Editorial | Taiwan

Hot and Noisy: The Best Tips on How to Eat in China

ByDana Hooshmand November 4, 2018October 8, 2021

How to find the best local eateries in Taiwan, China, or Hong Kong so you can discover hidden gems the local way.

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Living in Estonia – A Subjective Review
Travel | Life

Living in Estonia – A Subjective Review

ByDana Hooshmand October 28, 2018May 23, 2022

Life in Estonia is amazing: clean air, peaceful people, fast internet and incredible services like e-residency. And low tax, and low costs. What’s holding you back?

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Does the “Slow Carb” diet work for travel?
Travel | Fitness and Health

Does the “Slow Carb” diet work for travel?

ByDana Hooshmand October 24, 2018May 17, 2019

It’s hard staying fit and healthy while travelling. So. I wondered: Does the four hour body work? I experimented with this minimal diet and fitness regime for six weeks, and here’s what I found.

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Is now the best time to quit your job and go travelling? (2021)
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Is now the best time to quit your job and go travelling? (2021)

ByDana Hooshmand October 1, 2018June 16, 2021

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

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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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Stay fit while travelling — A Survival Guide
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Stay fit while travelling — A Survival Guide

ByDana Hooshmand September 30, 2018June 16, 2021

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, 2018May 27, 2021

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

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