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New York City, is a vibrant metropolis brimming with history, culture, and iconic landmarks. With its diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums, and breathtaking architecture, there’s no shortage of sights to explore. …
^ Sure! I’ve been to the MOMA a few times so far, and I always make sure to see Van Gogh’s The Starry Night and Andrew Wyeth’s Christina’s World (which I personally find more moving). Both are on the fifth floor.
There are different eateries at the museum, too, but I’ve only grabbed a quick bite on the second floor, which I believe is called Cafe 2.
One more thing: I can’t remember which floor, but it has a window where you can see an older apartment building in between taller modern buildings. I love taking a break and staring at it – pretending I can actually afford to live there, hah!
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New York City, is a vibrant metropolis brimming with history, culture, and iconic landmarks. With its diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums, and breathtaking architecture, there’s no shortage of sights to explore. …
I would also add the Museum of Modern Art. Since it’s smaller than the Met, it’s much easier to browse through most, if not all, of it within an afternoon.
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I visited Seoul for a few days pre-pandemic. It would be awesome to go back. I barely scratched the surface after visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace and walking around Myeongdong. Have you been to Seoul? If so, what did you …
^ At that time, my partner and I were supposed to meet friends in another Asian country. I won’t get into particulars, but the plans got derailed. So, Seoul it was.
If you plan a trip there, I would recommended avoiding summer unless you plan on being out only late at night or early morning. It’s so humid then. You’ll still have fun, no matter what!
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Traveling can be one of life’s most enriching experiences, allowing you to explore new cultures, savor diverse cuisines, and create lasting memories. However, a successful trip often hinges on how well you prepare. Know…
My stomach acts up when I’m stressed, so just in case, I bring Tums or other chewable antacids.
I also started bringing a sun stick. It’s been helpful when I couldn’t wash my hands but needed sun protection.
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I visited Seoul for a few days pre-pandemic. It would be awesome to go back. I barely scratched the surface after visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace and walking around Myeongdong. Have you been to Seoul? If so, what did you …
Is winter a good time to be there? I hope it doesn’t get too cold. Did you try any local delicacy? If so, how was your experience?I heard that fall and spring are good seasons to go, and I’ve been told that winter is freezing!The only street food I had egg toast. In the short time we were there, the best meal was seafood kalguksu (noodle soup with fish and shellfish) at a small restaurant by our hotel (Fraser). I didn’t get the name, but we were the only customers when they opened for the day. We feasted!+4 7
Do you have any tips for traveling safely as a lone female? There are so many places that I want to see that my friends and family just aren’t interested in.
Dressing like a local can sometimes help avoid unwanted attention.
I pack conservative-looking clothes for my trips. These include travel skirts below the knee and thin button-downs to either layer or wear on their own.+6 8
I have family spread out all over the place, and there’s an expectation that I’m going to use precious time and money to visit, but there are places I want to go, too. They don’t travel because this on…
I’m in a similar spot. My mother finds travel exhausting at her age, and my siblings and I each have really limited vacation time.
Last year, my partner came with me to visit my mom, and we tried a family + personal itinerary. What helped was that we booked a hotel near her so that she wouldn’t feel she had clean her place for us. We came by in the mornings to pick her up for low pressure outings, like visiting a local winery, taking scenic drives, and trying out restaurants.
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1. Carbon Emissions from Transportation One of the most pressing environmental impacts of travel is the carbon footprint generated by various modes of transportation. 2. Resource Depletion Traveling demands vast amount…
2. Resource DepletionTraveling demands vast amounts of natural resources, from the fuel used in transportation to the resources consumed by the facilities that accommodate travelers.3. Waste GenerationTraveling generates significant amounts of waste, which poses a threat to local environments, especially in popular tourist destinations.I do think of all the travel-connected depletion and waste that happens: fuel per flight, overflowing bins, recyclables that don’t get recycled. It’s pretty guilty inducing, and it’s at the point where I’m much less sad than before when I’m unable to book a trip.+5 8
