Are you thinking of planning a trip and wondering what are the best things to do in Lyon while you’re there? Lyon is a city situated in the Rhône Alpes region of France and purely and simply MAGICAL. I visited more than 4 times and never get bored. It’s in my top 3 “coup de […]
DOPE Facts about Lyon you’d be a FOOL Not to Know
Here are some dope facts about Lyon you probably didn’t know about. Facts about Lyon The Bateaux Mouches are from Lyon Did you know that those scenic river cruises you see in Paris, known as the Bateaux Mouches actually originated in Lyon? Yup yup. The elegant riverboats, which have become synonymous, with Seine River cruises […]
Debunking 9 Weird French Stereotypes (From a Local): It’s Time for Revelations
So you’ve probably heard of a ton of French stereotypes. But which of them are true? And which of them are “poudre de perlimpinpin”? Having lived in France for years here’s what you should know. Note: this is a post shedding light on the diverse and nuanced reality of French culture. This is just my […]
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Free Museums in Paris TODAY [Bet you Didn’t Know These]
Did you know there are a ton of free museums in Paris today you can visit for free all year round. For realz. Here’s the full list: Also don’t miss: Free Museums in Paris for Students, Those under 26, and Teachers Best Free Museums in Paris 1. Musée Carnavalet (permanent collection): The Musée Carnavalet dedicated […]
Free Museums in Paris for Students, Those under 26, and Teachers
When you’re a student- you’re typically broke. I get it. Or you’re at the point where you’re just literally trying to budget your expenses. The good news is there are free museums in paris for students, teachers or those 18-25 (student or not) from an EU or residing in an EU country that you can access […]
Day Trips from Montpellier You Can’t IGNORE
Day Trips from Montpellier: Montpellier, is one of my favorite cities in the South of France that serves as a perfect starting point for exploring France. I definitely recommend saving up 1-2 days from your total stay in Montpellier to save as day trips from Montpellier to visit nearby French towns. In this guide I’ll […]
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Arab Beauty Standards: Breaking the Mold in the Middle East [My Personal Thoughts]
Growing Up with Beauty Standards in the West as an Arab Woman *Head’s up: This is the first time I get this personal anywhere. I don’t think I’ve ever shared this with anyone. So, this is major for me. I discuss Arab beauty standards and my experience. Here goes: When I was growing up, I […]
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Hidden Gems: Souk Al Mubarakiya & the Kuwait City Gold Souk [From a Local]
Souk Al Mubarakiya- Why it is Worth Visiting Souk Al Mubarakiya, located in Kuwait City is known as one of the most emblematic traditional markets, in Kuwait. Built during the reign of Sheikh Mubarak Al Sabah it holds great cultural significance. There’s nothing better than getting lost in Kuwaiti architecture with its labyrinthine pathways, classic […]
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Palavas les Flots: Your Ultimate Day Trip from Montpellier [South of France]
Palavas Les Flots Situated along the Mediterranean coastline Palavas les Flots is a coastal town with beautiful beaches in the South of France. In this article we’ll dive into Palavas les Flots and its beaches near Montpellier. Plus, why it deserves a spot, on your travel itinerary. To be fair, I wanted to visit a […]
Vegan Food in Kuwait- Supermarket Haul
Here’s a glimpse of where to find vegan food in Kuwait and some of my favorite products. Couldn’t list everything but here are my top products. Lulu Hypermarket-Kuwait Lulu Hypermarket has a good selection of vegan food. For reference I went to the one at Al Khiran Mall. Related: Kuwait’s Al Khiran Mall- What to […]
