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Dunhuang is well-known for being one of the original cities along the silk road, and the city presses up against the edge of the infamous Gobi Desert. Many people come here to enjoy the sand dune views, outdoor activities, and soak in all the rich culture. Let me help guide you on your visit: How to Get There You can either arrive by flight or train. The good news is the airport and railway station are right next to each other, and only 15km away from downtown Dunhuang. So ei

Jiangkou is a city located in Guizhou province, which is a province that's well-known for it's natural beauty in China. I consider Jiangkou a hidden gem; not many people have heard of it, but once you go you don't understand how its beauty isn't more famous! Let me guide you during your time in this gorgeous place: Getting There First you'll have to either fly or take a train to Tongren, then take a bus to Jiangkou. Flight: there are direct flights from most major cities like

A beautiful, quaint city on the southern coast of South Korea. It's the perfect combination of city life and modern amenities with beautiful nature scenes and coastal views. Read my guide to help you get the most out of your time here: First things first, how to get into the city > KTX train: if you took the KTX bullet train from Seoul, you'll arrive at Busan Station. From here you can directly hop on any metro line to go to your hostel. Read more about taking this KTX train

One of the most unique cities in the world, with its architecture, culture, and of course, the beautiful water everywhere you look! Personally, this is my favorite city in Europe apart from Barcelona, simply because of the atmosphere and vibes I got just from walking around. The people are super friendly, the views are gorgeous, and you'll never be bored. Where to stay Inside the city center! I CANNOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH. When we went, we happened to go during King's Day (a ho

Barcelona is a magical city known for it's unique architecture, delicious foods, and great weather! After living in Barcelona for 6 months, I have gathered a list of must-sees when visiting this beautiful city: What to see 1. Park Guell You can't go to Barcelona without visiting the most photographed place in the city! Park Guell is a beautiful park that was designed by Antoni Gaudi and overlooks the entire city. It's bright mosaic walls and benches are enough for a visit, bu

This city is one of the most visited cities in all of China. Why? Because of its diverse and modern culture, architecture, and cuisine. This city is a cross between Asia and Europe, with modern skylines and traditional back alleyways. Here is all you need to know for a quick getaway to Shanghai: Where to stay As close to the Bund as possible! If you stay here, you can walk nearly anywhere. I stayed in the Shanghai Blue Mountain International Youth Hostel and thought it was gr

Siem Reap has been on my bucket list for so long, it was so amazing to actually see it in person! I went on my holiday break from teaching in China, so I only had 5 days. But with these recommendations you can see all you want to see in Siem Reap in any amount of time! Currency Do not waste your time getting any Cambodian Real because everywhere accepts (and prefers!) U.S. dollars. This is something I wish I knew before going with thousands of dollars worth of Cambodian Real