Road trip to Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go is a village located in Gifu Prefecture and is one of the UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites.The houses in the village are made in a gassho-zukuri style. The first few months when we moved in Japan I made a list on my phone of places where we plan to visit. Shirakawa-go was one of them. But, after 2…
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Winter holiday in Mauritius
Mauritius It’s believed that Mark Twain said that Heaven was copied after Mauritius. And to be honest, the moment you step in Mauritius you can see why he said that. This is my third time visiting Mauritius, and every single time I am happy to be back.Towards the end of 2021 my husband suggested that we spend our winter holidays…
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Why to start following minimalism Minimalism. I wish I knew about this word way before. Minimalism currently takes over the world. It is something that I really admire. It’s conscious, sustainable and simple way of life. 8 years ago I moved to UAE with only 1 suitcase with clothes. UAE compared to my country at that time, had an amazing…
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Why I love Japan
When we first came to Japan I felt overwhelmed. The cultural shock was big. The first impression we had is that people are much more polite than in any other country we have ever been to.Almost everyone bows to you, whether you have entered a convenient store, or a shop, restaurant … you name it.It took us a while to…
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5 tips on how to adjust quicker in a new country as an expat mama
When I first moved abroad from my country I was 22. I enjoyed life, I loved the idea of moving to a new country where I can meet new people, speak new language, explore new culture. I promised myself that I will explore every single thing in the new country and I will meet as many new people as I…
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Pro’s and con’s of living in Providenciales TCI
Every country has it’s own pro’s and con’s of living. Before making a decision to move in a new country I always enjoy reading pro’s and con’s just so I can be prepared to certain life changes. Since we lived in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos for 1 year, I would like to list some pro’s and con’s of living in…
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14 things that will help you to survive a long haul flight with a baby
The thought of traveling alone with my first born to Turks and Caicos was a bit scary at first. I tried reading on several pages about tips and tricks, must haves and lot other advices from moms to prepare myself for what was coming. Traveling with infant it’s probably the easiest stage of traveling with children. They will sleep most…
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Our story of moving to turks and caicos Islands
When i first find out i was pregnant with our daughter, around the same month we found out that my husband was offered a new job opportunity in Turks and Caicos Islands. At that time we lived and work in Dubai (UAE) where we had our secure jobs, covered health insurance, steady income and felt like it was a perfect…
