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Cambodia Weekly Rewind 4

March 6, 2017March 5, 20172 Comments

How quickly time flies! I can hardly believe that four weeks, one whole month, have past since I first stepped foot in the Kingdom of Wonder. When I first arrived, I wanted to run home unapologetically. Now, the idea of leaving in five months seems nearly impossible. After being in Cambodia for one month, I … Continue reading Cambodia Weekly Rewind 4

Cambodia will be Different

January 25, 2017January 18, 2017Leave a comment

I leave for Cambodia in a matter of days, and my heart cannot stop racing. I am excited, nervous, confident, and terrified all at the same time. There is no doubt in my mind that this journey I am about to embark on will be challenging, liberating, and life-changing. But despite all of these, more or less, positive … Continue reading Cambodia will be Different

Traveling the World Alone

September 25, 2016August 30, 2019Leave a comment

During my time in the Athens of the North, I made it a point to explore as much of the surrounding lands as my weekends and budget would allow. Being abroad provides such a unique opportunity to see a new part of the world, but to also adventure to further countries and places that you … Continue reading Traveling the World Alone

Reverse Culture Shock

September 22, 2016August 30, 2019Leave a comment

Just over a year ago I roamed the cobbled streets of Edinburgh, popping into shops, listening to bagpipes, and consuming copious amounts of tea and scones. I also experience quite a bit of culture shock. When I first arrived in Scotland, I knew that I would inevitably encounter aspects of Scottish culture that surprised, and … Continue reading Reverse Culture Shock

Notes About Packing

August 27, 2016August 30, 2019Leave a comment

A year ago I began packing for my journey to Edinburgh, Scotland. I had no idea how to even start preparing my suitcases for the adventure to come. Scotland was a foreign land, with unknown weather, terrain, and fashion cultures. Living in Northern California for my whole life, I did not know how to gather clothing … Continue reading Notes About Packing

End of an Era

December 18, 2015August 30, 2019Leave a comment

Sixteen weeks later, the time has come for this Travelsmith to bid her adopted home goodbye. After a successful abroad experience of mischief, magic, and unforgettable memories, I can affirm that deciding to journey to Scotland is one of the greatest things I have ever done. How can I even begin to thank Scotland for all … Continue reading End of an Era

Turn to Page Seven

December 15, 2015August 30, 2019Leave a comment

Breaking News: I, Myriah Smith, am a published author! Well… sort of… A little while ago, my MSP Rhoda grant gave me the opportunity to write a post for her blog about tackling gender inequality and achieving an end to violence against women. Right up my area, this budding feminist went wild, writing a passionate … Continue reading Turn to Page Seven

Tales of Two Weeks Past

December 15, 2015August 30, 2019Leave a comment

Yes, I have been MIA the past two weeks. Do I have an excuse, other than the one I have consistently used throughout my time abroad? No. Does that make my excuse any less relevant? In my opinion, no. Either way, I do give my apologies for not being the most consistent content provider throughout … Continue reading Tales of Two Weeks Past

Amsterdam: Where Everything Looks Like House Hunters

November 30, 2015August 30, 2019Leave a comment

I found a second home in Amsterdam. From the moment I caught my first glimpse at the city, driving through the dimly lit streets on a Friday night, I knew. Not only did the entire city look exactly how I pictured it to from watching House Hunters International, but the atmosphere of it felt eerily … Continue reading Amsterdam: Where Everything Looks Like House Hunters

That Time I got Drunk on a Boat

November 20, 2015August 30, 2019Leave a comment

No person in their right mind would ever wake up at 3am on a Friday, and yet just last week that was me. Catching the 5:50am flight from Edinburgh to Amsterdam to transfer to another flight to Helsinki resulted in a very exhausted travelsmith. However, the sleep deprivation did not stifle my excitement as I … Continue reading That Time I got Drunk on a Boat

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