Category: 2024
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Meet Two Peacocks Travel: A unique travel company determined to change the next generation
Stress-free travel with easy-going, hilarious, adventurous women ready to discover the most fascinating corners of this world sounds like our cup of tea! And we know it’ll be yours too. So, in this issue, we want to share with you a unique travel company called Two Peacocks Travel, who are ready to take you exploring…
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International Museum Day
Celebrated annually on May 18th, International Museum Day pays tribute to the educational power of museums all around the world. It was created by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) in 1977 to encourage dialogue, to promote awareness and to bring people together. The theme differs each year, ranging from sustainability and tourism to globalisation…
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Let’s get in the International Hummus Day mood!
Looking for the perfect recipe for the dreamiest, smoothest hummus? The secret isn’t in using fancy ingredients, it’s all about the order of the steps! But don’t worry, as we celebrate International Hummus Day on the 13th of May, I got you covered. Here is a simple and delicious recipe, and some fun ideas to…
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Letter from the Editor
Welcome to the latest edition of Life Lovers Magazine! Whether you’re an avid traveler or simply seeking inspiration for your next adventure, we’re excited to bring you a collection of stories, tips, and articles that will make your day a little brighter.
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Visit Montenegro This Spring: All-In-One Destination
Imagine a country with a Mediterranean climate, featuring 240 sunny days a year and a picturesque seaside. Within the same country, heading inland, you can reach mountainous areas in only two hours from the coast and try both hiking and skiing. Not to mention the adrenaline-pumping experience of rafting in the deepest European canyon.
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Mindful Consumption: Slash Food Waste
Every year, over 1 billion tons of delicious food end up in landfills. Yet, 1 in 9 people go hungry globally. As individuals, our daily choices significantly impact food waste. This guide shares simple swaps like meal planning and smart shopping to slash household food waste and adopt more mindful habits. By Phoebe Collin
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The Rising Allure of Asia: A Magnet for Work and Living
Asia—a continent brimming with an eclectic mix of cultures, thriving economies, and mesmerizing landscapes—has become an irresistible draw for adventurers seeking career opportunities and a profoundly enriching lifestyle. Explore the reasons driving individuals toward Asia’s vibrant and diverse canvas. By Alisha Nikodemus
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How to reconnect with home when you’re not physically there
My experience with feeling detached from “home” is that it ebbs and flows. I don’t constantly feel homesick, but now and again, I feel out of sorts and realise that I’m experiencing a disconnect from the place I’m physically in or the people around me. This can be brought on by anything really, from language…
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Traveling is about discovering and connecting with new places and people.
Connecting with different personalities can greatly enhance your travel experience by improving your ability to navigate diverse social situations, to communicate effectively, and to make the most of your interactions. Here are several ways in which connecting with new people during your travels will improve your life. By D_LEE
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The Cruising Kiwis on How Travel Has Helped Foster Connection and Solace
As a family, we embarked on a life-changing adventure in July 2018 on our 43-foot catamaran. Sailing the world’s oceans has compelled us to reevaluate life’s priorities and become more appreciative of the richness of traditions and the cultivation of appreciation, understanding, and respect for different perspectives and ways of life. Our journey has served…
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Life on the Road Less Travelled
As a full-time traveller for the past six years, I’ve learned four valuable lessons from my life on the road less travelled. Stress is the biggest curse of our time, and removing it from my life brought me clarity and contentment. While travelling is exciting, the constant change can be overwhelming and make it hard…
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At What Point Should You “Feel Like An Adult”?
It’s a myth to think that people “feel” their age. Sure, our age affects our bodies, but in terms of who we are, how we live our lives, and the attitude we have, age is somewhat meaningless. There are eighty-year-olds with the vibrancy and zest for life as a twenty-year-old, and there are twenty-year-olds who…
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It’s Always A Good Time in Philadelphia: Discover The Birthplace of America
The Liberty Bell, Philly cheesesteaks, Eagles games and more await you in Philadelphia. Find out more about the American city that has them all. Foodies, history nerds and football aficionados alike, get ready to pack your bags and book your flight to the City of Brotherly Love.
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Books to Keep Us Warm This End of Winter
As we move into the last few weeks of cold temperatures in some parts of the world, you may be longing for a good comfort book to delve into as you wait for flowers to bud and display winter is officially over. So here is a list of some of my favourite cosy stories I…
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Traditional Soda Bread to celebrate St Patrick’s Day but Vegan
Hello, Life Lovers crew! March is here, and we all know what that means: International Women’s Day! So a big hug to all the women who read us, but March also means St Patrick’s Day. To commemorate this day, I bring you a recipe for a vegan version of the traditional Irish soda bread. By…
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Never Meet Your Heroes — What happens when we finally immerse ourselves in our dream travel locations?
We’ve all heard the adage “never meet your heroes”, but what happens when we apply this same principle to the first time we experience our dream travel destinations? What happens when we finally immerse ourselves in the locale we’ve felt drawn to explore for as long as we can remember? Does the motto still apply?
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St Patrick’s Day: Where to join the emerald-coloured party
Jolly leprechauns, shamrocks, and Guinness beer are just a few of the symbols associated with St Patrick’s Day. This religious and cultural festival is celebrated yearly on March 17th, the date of Saint Patrick’s death—Ireland’s patron saint. It falls during the Christian season of Lent and has been observed for over 1,000 years with parades…
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Letter from the Editor: “Embracing being homesick”
Have you ever felt homesick while travelling? It’s a common feeling that many of us experience when we are away from our loved ones and familiar surroundings. But have you ever thought about embracing this feeling instead of running away from it?
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How to Select the Right Online Shopping Platform for Your Needs
There are a lot of online markets out there where you can shop, and it can all become very overwhelming. There are online stores popping up every day. Just ask the leader in e-commerce store creation, Shopify and you’re likely to get the full picture of how much e-commerce is exploding. As a consumer, this…
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Live to Work or Work to Live?
Studying abroad in Europe gives New York City college students a new perspective. Come with me as we follow American college student Julianna Horn’s study abroad experience in Paris, where she learned to prioritize living in the now, and gained appreciation for a slow-paced life. By Jacqueline Rappa
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Celebrate Chinese New Year with a General Tso’s Tofu Vegan Recipe
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a delicious vegan recipe for General Tso’s Tofu. This dish features crispy and caramelised tofu bites along with tender broccoli in a lemony, savoury, sweet, and sticky sauce. You can learn how to make extra-crispy tofu with the minimal use of oil and time, without the need for deep-frying,…
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Road-tripping in 2024: The best six itineraries
There’s no better way to explore the world than behind the wheel, whether with your friends, family, or by yourself. You have the freedom to create your itinerary, stop as many times as you like, and discover the world at your own pace. I love going on road trips. It helps me feel more connected…
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Isla Holbox, Mexico’s Lo-Fi Hidden Paradise
Let me let you in on a little secret I can’t keep any longer from Life Lovers Magazine. Listen closely, whether you’re looking for a backpacker’s hostel haven, yoga retreat on the playa, fun in the sun with your family, luxury honeymoon romance or even a little mixture of all of these accommodation styles, Isla…
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How to Stay Eco Whilst on the Road
People have often raised an eyebrow in surprise when I tell them that I am a bit of an eco-warrior. “But how can you be,” they say, “when you travel so much…?” They’re right in one regard: I do travel a lot. A full-time nomad, I travel not just because it suits my lifestyle, but…
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How to Reset Your Brain – Learn to be More Focused and be More Mindful
It’s one of many harsh realities that most of us feel stuck in our lives. You have many dreams and are desperate to achieve your goals, but feelings of uncertainty overshadow them and make your dreams hazy. You are not alone; according to some studies, more than 70 percent of people feel the same. It…
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Eurovision: A lasting legacy for Liverpool?
The countdown to the biggest global music event is underway. In just a few short months, the Eurovision fandom will be celebrating the 68th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest in Sweden, for a special edition that will honour 50 years since ABBA made their onstage debut. As we look forward to a momentous week…