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How Crew Cabins Are Assigned (+ Why You Probably Won’t Get a Solo Room)
seafaring Joanne Tai 04/12/2024 seafaring Joanne Tai 04/12/2024

How Crew Cabins Are Assigned (+ Why You Probably Won’t Get a Solo Room)

How crew cabin assignments work on cruise ships, why sharing a room is almost always the norm at sea, and what to expect from your roommate situation.

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Becoming an Adventurer: A Shy Traveller’s Slow Evolution
self-discovery Joanne Tai 02/12/2024 self-discovery Joanne Tai 02/12/2024

Becoming an Adventurer: A Shy Traveller’s Slow Evolution

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How to Start Budgeting for Cruise Ship Crew Life
seafaring Joanne Tai 01/12/2024 seafaring Joanne Tai 01/12/2024

How to Start Budgeting for Cruise Ship Crew Life

You don’t need fancy software to manage your money onboard – just a simple system that works for shore leave, snacks, and those (un)predictable crew bar nights.

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Making Peace with Not Knowing, Because I Am a Work in Progress
self-discovery Joanne Tai 30/11/2024 self-discovery Joanne Tai 30/11/2024

Making Peace with Not Knowing, Because I Am a Work in Progress

Learning to be gentle with yourself, heal at your own pace, and show up anyway – because I am a work in progress, and maybe, in your own way, you are too.

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How Enid Blyton Sparked My Love for Storytelling & Adventure
self-discovery Joanne Tai 30/11/2024 self-discovery Joanne Tai 30/11/2024

How Enid Blyton Sparked My Love for Storytelling & Adventure

Enid Blyton's tales ignited a deep love for storytelling, imagination, and exploration, shaping a journey of creativity, dreams, and timeless inspiration.

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Why Do Women Crave Travel So Much?
travel, freedom Joanne Tai 28/11/2024 travel, freedom Joanne Tai 28/11/2024

Why Do Women Crave Travel So Much?

Why do women crave travel so much? It’s not just wanderlust – it’s rebellion. A passport is permission to exist differently. Here’s the truth behind the urge.

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Finding Nature and Green Spaces in Urban Klang Valley
travel Joanne Tai 26/11/2024 travel Joanne Tai 26/11/2024

Finding Nature and Green Spaces in Urban Klang Valley

Green spaces thrive amidst urban life in Klang Valley. These serene parks, vibrant gardens, and lush forests offer natural retreats across the region.

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How to Travel Sustainably Without Breaking the Bank
travel, minimalism Joanne Tai 26/11/2024 travel, minimalism Joanne Tai 26/11/2024

How to Travel Sustainably Without Breaking the Bank

Sustainable travel doesn’t require deep pockets. Just smart choices. Here’s how to adventure lightly, spend wisely, and leave places better than you found them.

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Figuring Out What Makes You Happy Is a Quiet Kind of Freedom
freedom Joanne Tai 23/11/2024 freedom Joanne Tai 23/11/2024

Figuring Out What Makes You Happy Is a Quiet Kind of Freedom

Figuring out what makes you happy is a quiet kind of freedom. This is for anyone ready to unlearn, reflect, and build a life that feels like their own.

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On Creative Block & the Art of Not Forcing Anything
self-discovery Joanne Tai 21/11/2024 self-discovery Joanne Tai 21/11/2024

On Creative Block & the Art of Not Forcing Anything

Creative block isn’t failure. If you’re overthinking, afraid, overwhelmed, or just stuck in a rut, here’s how to move through it and find your way back to flow.

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Riding Through Malaysia’s Public Transport Adventures
travel Joanne Tai 19/11/2024 travel Joanne Tai 19/11/2024

Riding Through Malaysia’s Public Transport Adventures

From the hum of Kuala Lumpur’s LRT to the quiet charm of rural buses, discover the quirks, stories, and hidden beauty of Malaysia’s public transport system.

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Is Working Harder Now Worth It for More Freedom Later?
freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024 freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024

Is Working Harder Now Worth It for More Freedom Later?

Working harder now for freedom later – does it actually work? Or is it just endless grinding? Hard work alone may not lead to the freedom you’re aiming for.

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Why I Started Investing A Little Too Late
seafaring, freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024 seafaring, freedom Joanne Tai 18/11/2024

Why I Started Investing A Little Too Late

I started investing too late, but I’m doing it anyway. Working at sea made me realise saving isn’t enough. It's time for seafarers to build financial security.

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Can You Really Achieve Financial Freedom, or Is It Just a Dream?
freedom Joanne Tai 17/11/2024 freedom Joanne Tai 17/11/2024

Can You Really Achieve Financial Freedom, or Is It Just a Dream?

Is financial freedom just a pipe dream? Start small, stay consistent, and turn steady progress into a sustainable journey towards financial independence.

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Finding the Courage to Make a Big Leap in Life
freedom, self-discovery Joanne Tai 15/11/2024 freedom, self-discovery Joanne Tai 15/11/2024

Finding the Courage to Make a Big Leap in Life

Feeling the pull towards a change brings urgency. With clarity and courage, life’s leaps turn into opportunities to rediscover yourself and redefine your path.

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Signing On as Cruise Ship Crew, Time After Time
seafaring Joanne Tai 14/11/2024 seafaring Joanne Tai 14/11/2024

Signing On as Cruise Ship Crew, Time After Time

And then there it is – the ship. A short walk across the gangway, and suddenly you’re not just a person anymore, you’ve signed on as cruise ship crew.

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Best eSIM Providers to Keep You Connected Across Asia
travel Joanne Tai 13/11/2024 travel Joanne Tai 13/11/2024

Best eSIM Providers to Keep You Connected Across Asia

Here are the best eSIM providers to keep you connected across Asia:

  1. Airalo

  2. Holafly

  3. Nomad

  4. Ubigi

  5. Flexiroam

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Essential Guide for Planning Your First Trip to Malaysia
travel Joanne Tai 12/11/2024 travel Joanne Tai 12/11/2024

Essential Guide for Planning Your First Trip to Malaysia

Planning your first trip to Malaysia? Here’s what to know – how to get around, what to pack, where to stay, what to eat, and why rushing through is a mistake.

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