Category: March/April 2024
-
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.
-
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
-
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
-
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…
-
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
-
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…
-
Bacalar: Mexico’s Hidden Oasis
Life Lovers, there is a magical tropical oasis you have to see to believe! From the lo-fi ancient town of Buenavista to the Mayan ruins deep in the tropical jungle to the more popular downtown of Bacalar and surroundings, this is your special personal guide. I’ll tell you all you need to know about the…
-
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…
-
A Magical Light Show in the Great Smoky Mountains
Deep in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, an increasingly rare event happens every year in the late spring: a synchronous symphony of fireflies witnessed by the lucky few who make the effort to attend the show. Let me show you why this display of synchronized lights is so special and why it should be…
-
Eid al-Fitr: A Celebration of Faith and Renewal
Have you ever thought about why Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr? Why do they fast the entire month of Ramadan? And why do Muslims love this month more than any other? Let’s get into the details about it in this article. By Syeda Juveria Afreen | SJA
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
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?
-
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…
-
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?
Life Lovers Magazine® 