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Akihabara: Maids, Arcades, and Manga in Tokyo’s Electric Town

Akihabara's reputation as the central hub for electronics in Tokyo, coupled with it's neon-lit, eye-straining appearance, led to the cool-sounding nickname "Electric Town".…

Joanna Kalafatis

Basic Guide to Not Being a Terrible Traveler

Did you know that as of 2012, more than 1 billion tourists arrivals have been recorded throughout the world? I think this…

Joanna Kalafatis

9 Reasons to Try Solo Travel At Least Once

I got back from a six-week solo trip a couple of weeks ago, and wanted to write about my whole chaotic…

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Introduction to Tokyo: First Impressions of A Gaijin

After surviving my first 24 hours in Tokyo, I decided I should sit down and write a few of the…

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Exploring Abandoned USA: Unknown Cameraman Interview

New domain, new blog, new start!  I recently decided to change my domain name, as many of you probably noticed, because I…

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5 Worst Countries for Dating: Valentine’s Day Recap

Valentine's Day is a holiday I have never been able to fully celebrate or support. I simply don't like the pressure it…

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Meteora Monasteries: The Guide to Hikes, History, and the Best Views

Meteora is located in central Greece, hidden in the rural mountainous area most tourists skip in favor of sunny Aegean…

Joanna Kalafatis

Bodie State Park: The Best Ghost Town in the West

I rarely get really surprised by a destination, especially if it's a place I've been excited about for months.  Usually, I've…

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The Road to Hana: It’s All About the Journey

Something spiritual hangs over the Hawaiian islands, and I couldn't quite pinpoint what it was.  Maybe its their isolation from…

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What to Do In Maui: A 5-Day Guide

This past June I spent 5 days exploring Maui, and it completely defied my expectations.  It was my first time…

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