Tetraphobia and Triskaidekaphobia in Hong Kong
At some point in the past, i had previously learned that some numbers, like 2 and 8, are considered lucky in Chinese culture, and that the number 4 is considered unlucky. This is based on similarities the numbers have, when…
Boxing Day in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Salvador is a colorful city on the northeastern coast of Brazil, with a splashy mix of Portuguese architecture and African culture dominating the local aesthetic. I ventured out with a friend beyond the comfortable confines of Pelourinho into some of…
Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, Portugal
Quinta da Regaleira, just outside Lisbon, Portugal, is one of the weirdest, most enchanting places i’ve ever been. At first glance, anyone can appreciate the manicured gardens and intricately detailed architectural features. Looking more closely, a curious observer can delve into…
Boom Liminal Village Crew field trip to Monsanto, Portugal
After an exhausting time building, hosting, and breaking down the Liminal Village at Boom Festival, the crew decided to take a little field trip to the tiny village of Monsanto, located nearby on a picturesque hilltop overlooking the festival site. We strolled together…
Pastel de Nata and Quiet Moments in Lisbon
If you are in Lisbon, you must try the Pastel de Nata. Ideally, you should acquire it fresh from the original bakery in Belem. It’s worth the small effort it takes to find the place.
Chiavari with La Famiglia
A friend from Milan offered to take me along to visit his family in the Italian Riviera village of Chiavari to experience a ‘real’ Italian beach holiday. How could i refuse such a generous offer? We stayed with my…
Almost Local in Milan
Italians can be incredibly hospitable people. I recently met a group of friends at a festival here, and upon discovering we were all heading to Boom Festival in Portugal soon, they offered to host me with them in Milan until…
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