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What to Do When It Rains on Vacation? Make the Most of It
travel Joanne Tai 14/03/2025 travel Joanne Tai 14/03/2025

What to Do When It Rains on Vacation? Make the Most of It

Rainy days can be a chance to slow down, explore differently, and even create memories that stand out. Here’s what to do when it rains on a vacation day.

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How to Make Travel Easier (Especially for Overseas Trips)
travel Joanne Tai 14/03/2025 travel Joanne Tai 14/03/2025

How to Make Travel Easier (Especially for Overseas Trips)

Travel is supposed to be fun, but it can get overwhelming. Here’s how I’ve learned to make overseas travel easier (and yes, some tips work for local trips too).

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How to Travel Stress-Free and Actually Enjoy It
travel Joanne Tai 13/03/2025 travel Joanne Tai 13/03/2025

How to Travel Stress-Free and Actually Enjoy It

Stress-free travel isn’t about avoiding problems. It’s about being prepared for the unexpected and learning to enjoy the ride, even when things go sideways.

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What Type of Traveller Are You? Exploring the Many Ways We Explore the World
travel Joanne Tai 13/03/2025 travel Joanne Tai 13/03/2025

What Type of Traveller Are You? Exploring the Many Ways We Explore the World

The way we travel says a lot about who we are. Understanding different types of travellers can make trips more enjoyable, less stressful, and more meaningful.

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International Travel Essentials – the Basics You Need
travel Joanne Tai 12/03/2025 travel Joanne Tai 12/03/2025

International Travel Essentials – the Basics You Need

  1. Documents

  2. Proof of onward travel

  3. Pre-book accommodation

  4. Universal travel adaptor

  5. Toiletries

  6. Travel VPN

  7. The right luggage bag

  8. Comfortable travel clothes

  9. Credit/debit cards, cash, e-wallets

  10. Travel insurance

  11. SIM card/eSIM, pocket WiFi

  12. Reusable water bottle

  13. Personal travel essentials

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Joanne Tai 11/03/2025 Joanne Tai 11/03/2025

The Best E-Wallets for Malaysians in 2025

Confused about e-wallets in Malaysia? As a Malaysian who mostly uses Touch 'n Go and BigPay, I break down the best options for everyday use, travel, and rewards.

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40 Things I Wish I Knew Before Working on Cruise Ships
seafaring Joanne Tai 10/03/2025 seafaring Joanne Tai 10/03/2025

40 Things I Wish I Knew Before Working on Cruise Ships

Lessons I learnt before and during my cruise ship contracts. From packing, seasickness, and shore leave to money, crew life, and everything in between.

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Why Do Cruise Ships Hire Crew from So Many Countries?
seafaring Joanne Tai 09/03/2025 seafaring Joanne Tai 09/03/2025

Why Do Cruise Ships Hire Crew from So Many Countries?

Why are cruise ships staffed by people of so many nationalities? It’s about economics, culture, and logistics – and the beauty of global collaboration.

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A List of Cruise Ship Jobs by Department
seafaring Joanne Tai 08/03/2025 seafaring Joanne Tai 08/03/2025

A List of Cruise Ship Jobs by Department

If you're exploring cruise ship jobs or entry-level roles with no experience, here's how the departments and positions are typically structured.

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Here Are 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia
travel Joanne Tai 28/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 28/02/2025

Here Are 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia

Here are 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Malaysia. Ancient tales, colonial echoes, and nature’s wonders beautifully intertwine to reveal our shared legacy.

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Instagram vs. Reality: 11 Overhyped Travel Spots in Asia
travel Joanne Tai 24/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 24/02/2025

Instagram vs. Reality: 11 Overhyped Travel Spots in Asia

Not all Instagram hotspots are as magical as they seem. From Bali’s staged swings to Cameron Highlands’ strawberry-less farms, here’s what to really expect.

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The Strange Comforts of Being in Transit
travel Joanne Tai 24/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 24/02/2025

The Strange Comforts of Being in Transit

There’s something strangely comforting about being in transit –something peaceful about it, even when I don’t quite know where I belong in that moment.

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The Best Things to Do in and Around Keelung If You Love Nature and Hiking
travel Joanne Tai 23/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 23/02/2025

The Best Things to Do in and Around Keelung If You Love Nature and Hiking

The best things to do in and around Keelung

  1. Wander through the interconnected trails of Huzishan

  2. Follow the secret steps up Dadeshan

  3. Walk along the edge of the world at Shen’ao Elephant trunk

  4. Navigate the crowds at Badouzi Coastal Park

  5. Scramble up the ridges of Jinmianshan

  6. Climb Huangdidian

  7. Walk the quiet path of Shiqiuling

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7 Most Photogenic Pedestrian Bridges in Malaysia
travel Joanne Tai 11/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 11/02/2025

7 Most Photogenic Pedestrian Bridges in Malaysia

  1. Langkawi Sky Bridge

  2. Saloma Link Bridge

  3. Elmina Rainbow Bridge

  4. Seri Wawasan Bridge

  5. Victoria Bridge

  6. Forest Skywalk

  7. Titiwangsa Lake Garden Bridge

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Minimalist Travel Packing List (Adaptable for Any Trip)
travel Joanne Tai 03/02/2025 travel Joanne Tai 03/02/2025

Minimalist Travel Packing List (Adaptable for Any Trip)

Minimalist packing isn’t just practical. I’ve learned what I’ll actually wear, what I’ll think I’ll wear, and what I’m willing to sacrifice space for.

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9 Travel Games to Keep You Sane (and Actually Have Fun)
travel Joanne Tai 25/01/2025 travel Joanne Tai 25/01/2025

9 Travel Games to Keep You Sane (and Actually Have Fun)

Long trips can drag, but these 9 travel games turn boring stretches into quiet fun or shared laughs – whether you're flying solo or stuck with company.

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A Woman with No Friends
self-discovery Joanne Tai 21/01/2025 self-discovery Joanne Tai 21/01/2025

A Woman with No Friends

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Train Travel Thoughts from a Window Seat
travel Joanne Tai 02/01/2025 travel Joanne Tai 02/01/2025

Train Travel Thoughts from a Window Seat

A reflective journey through Malaysia's landscapes, where train travel evokes introspection, unexpected thoughts, and the simple joys of movement.

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