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2023: Exploring a ‘Little Paris’ in New York
Did you know that Manhattan, New York has a ‘Little Paris’? Like it has a ‘Chinatown’ and ‘Little Italy? I had no idea until I stumbled upon the blog: Secret NYC. It showed pictures of an unofficial ‘Little Paris,’ which was wedged next to Chinatown. Finding ‘Little Paris’ So without a doubt, I had to… Continue reading
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2023: Exploring the Coldest Volcano in Costa Rica – Volcán Irazú
A couple of weeks ago, some of my friends and I traveled to Parque Nacional Volcán Irazú, or in English: Irazu’s Volcano & National Park. Before this adventure, I never heard about this volcano. I have visited other famous volcanoes in Costa Rica, such as Volcán Arenal in La Fortuna. However, Volcán Irazú was in a different… Continue reading
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2023: Horseback Riding in the Jungles of Costa Rica
The other week, I had the fantastic opportunity to go horseback riding in the jungles of Costa Rica at a place called Finca Caballo Loco. (In English, that means Crazy Horse Farm/Ranch.) I was staying in Rodeo, Ciudad Colón, Mora, Costa Rica, in the middle of the country. On this trail, the trees towered upwards… Continue reading
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2023: Tulsi: A Vegan Café in the Jungles of Costa Rica
For a couple of weeks now, I’ve been living in the jungle aspect of Mora, Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica. It’s laid back like the coast, minus all the tourists/foreigners. Mostly the locals (or Ticos) and some immigrants from Honduras, El Salvador, and Venezuela live here. And so far the people are helpful and friendly. Inside… Continue reading
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2022: Vlog: Exploring Washington Square Park, NYC
In this vlog, I explore a public area known as Washington Square Park in New York City. Music, art, and pretty much anything else can happen here! I found it fun to just walk through. Have you been there? I hope you’re well. (: Address: Washington Square, New York, NY 10012 Continue reading
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2022: The Interior Art of the Former Main US Post Office
Maybe it’s not a grand foyer like the Palais Garnier in Paris, but it’s close enough. Hey, at least it’s not crowded! (; (Perhaps if they put some theatre and brought some wine, more people would come. :P) Anyway, a couple of Sundays ago, I was a tourist, as always, in the city of New York.… Continue reading
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2022: Pumpkin Picking at BB & GG Farms & Nursery
One of my favorite things to do in autumn is pumpkin picking! So a couple of weeks ago, my mom, my pup Mahal, and I went pumpkin picking at BB & GG Farms & Nursery in St. James, New York. Address: 625 NY-25A, St James, NY 11780 Some Fun Info: As you can see, we… Continue reading
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2022: Misty Weather at Avalon Nature Preserve
I frequent Avalon Nature Preserve in Stony Brook, New York, almost weekly. It’s open year-long, six days a week. This preserve has endless trails showcasing the latest shrubs, trees, ducks, swans, and occasional deer. It’s a fantastic place to bring the kids or even a furry puppy friend. And the volunteers and regular visitors there… Continue reading
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2022: A Hidden Japanese Garden on Long Island
Is there anything more magical than walking through a serene garden? It’s here in Oyster Bay, New York, at this Japanese Garden created by John P. Humes after being inspired by the beauty and serenity of the gardens in Kyoto, Japan. While it’s my second time here, it’s always so mesmerizing. It transports me once… Continue reading
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2022: Explore Early 20th Century Wealth at Planting Fields Arboretum
If you want to see how the wealthy lived on Long Island during the early 20th century, look no further than at Planting Fields Arboretum! (Note: A couple of weeks ago, I visited this place with my friends, wearing our Ancient Greek costumes. This is what I’ve learned while exploring this arboretum.) A Bit of… Continue reading
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Welcome! Susanna’s Musings are about her cultural travels from New York, Costa Rica, España, and across the globe.
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