Travel & Lifestyle Inspiration
Ben Fein grew up in Heidelberg Germany and is now living his best life in New Zealand. Ben talks about being a musician, entrepreneurship and how he left his finance career behind to travel and pursue his deepest passion for music. When did you first discover your passion for music? I’ve always been into music. When I was 6 years
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Me and my partner in crime Hema, have been friends for over a decade. We met at a volunteer music event during university and the rest was history. We partied it up in our twenties and always managed to make the most of whatever situation we’re in with plenty of laughter, inside jokes and banter. Whilst reminiscing, we sparked the
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Can’t believe Christmas is only a week away! Another year gone by – wow! Aside from the chaotic shopping malls, I love this festive time of the year. The sun’s out, my bikini comes out of the drawers, the evenings are longer and social calendars start filling up with summer events and barbecues. I’m especially looking forward to simply spending
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Recently I entered a creative travel writing competition where I had to write about A Local Encounter I Will Never Forget. There has been so many of these instances during my travels but there is one that sticks out. I hope I can take you there with me so you get an idea of what it was like. Happy
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Katie has volunteered in an orphanage in Bolivia for seven months, volunteered at an underprivileged school in India for three months and is now living and working in Chiba (40km from Tokyo, Japan). There aren’t many things Katie won’t give a go. Katie is one of my longest and closest friends who has always inspired me with her courage, positivity
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Have you experienced coming off the travel high? I sure did when I recently returned to New Zealand after living, working and travelling abroad in Asia. It almost felt like a dream and no time had passed when I slotted back into a routine in Auckland. Although I was ready to come home and very excited to see family, friends
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Markha Valley in Ladakh, North India, was challenging at times, but the most rewarding trek i’ve done. It took us 6 days total to complete, but it can be several days longer depending on which point of the trail you choose to begin. There’s so much to take in during the trek, and a lot of the times you’re just gobsmacked
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Reid and his partner (Chrissie) are well seasoned ESL teachers who have taught in Thailand, and will be going onto their third year teaching in Japan! (must be going alright). Reid tells us what goes on in his classroom and some useful tips!! Where do you currently teach overseas? I teach in Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It’s the most southwest point
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