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Season-Chasing

Passing Time β€’ 234 implied HN points β€’ 14 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Adventure Destinations Activities Local culture Lifestyle
  1. The author reflects on moving between different locations each season to chase different activities and experiences like climbing, skiing, and biking.
  2. The contrast is highlighted between a lifestyle of constantly changing scenery and jobs versus a stable, but potentially boring, life at home with familiar surroundings.
  3. The post captures the excitement and challenges of living in areas like Boulder, Aspen, Jackson, and Denver, known for outdoor activities and seasonal changes.

The Hard Stuff

backstory β€’ 290 implied HN points β€’ 03 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Adventure Local culture Food Friendship Memories
  1. The author shares a personal story about the challenges of finding and enjoying alcohol in South Sudan
  2. The story highlights the cultural experiences, friendships, and adventures that come with seeking a specific type of drink
  3. Through encounters with different people and places, the narrative reveals the complexities and dangers of alcohol consumption in a rural setting
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πŸ”œ Get ready for the coolest weekend in Bangkok!

Digest // Storefronts of Bangkok β€’ 119 implied HN points β€’ 08 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Events Nightlife Shopping Music Local culture
  1. Get ready for an exciting Chinese New Year celebration in Bangkok, with vibrant cultural performances and activities in Chinatown.
  2. Join the Karaoke Night at Connect Club to sing, make friends, and have a great time with music.
  3. Experience a spectacular Chinese New Year celebration at ICONSIAM filled with activities, rewards, and exclusive experiences with loved ones.

The perfect weekend getaway: Escaping Shanghai to cool, green Moganshan

Crossing the River by Feeling the Stones β€’ 216 implied HN points β€’ 05 Jul 23
🏝 Travel Destinations Local culture Community Development
  1. Moganshan is a peaceful weekend getaway just a few hours from Shanghai.
  2. The local villager, Mr. Lang, has a successful guesthouse and a rich history of the area.
  3. The area's potential success shows that you don't need top-tier scenery to attract tourists; sometimes being good enough and close to a city can be sufficient.

πŸŽƒ Halloween is coming...

Digest // Storefronts of Bangkok β€’ 39 implied HN points β€’ 25 Oct 23
🏝 Travel Events Nightlife Fashion Food & Drink Local culture
  1. Get ready for Halloween celebrations and events in Bangkok, including themed parties and special activities.
  2. Stay updated on the latest news, updates, parties, and happenings in Bangkok by following 'Storefronts of Bangkok' on social media.
  3. Engage with the Bangkok community through events like pajama parties, live music performances, and unique shopping experiences.

Assorted Thoughts on Tunisia

The Grey Matter β€’ 39 implied HN points β€’ 04 Oct 23
🏝 Travel Sightseeing Local culture Cuisine
  1. Carthage has ancient ruins with beautiful mosaics and a rich history of wars and civilizations.
  2. Public opinion in Tunisia shows a mix of views on democracy, jobs, corruption, and economic growth since the revolution.
  3. The visit to Tunisia highlighted aspects of lesser economic standing, decay in some areas, and challenges in tourism infrastructure.

Joshua Tree notes, & the end of Nomad Year

Joshua's Notes β€’ 39 implied HN points β€’ 29 May 23
🏝 Travel Local culture Outdoor activities Food experiences Relationships
  1. Joshua Tree, California, offers stunning natural beauty and a unique desert landscape.
  2. During their Nomad Year, the author and their partner encountered challenges like water scarcity but found joy in local experiences like the farmers market.
  3. The trip ended on a romantic note with a marriage proposal in Joshua Tree National Park, marking the perfect conclusion to their adventurous journey.