traveling
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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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2023: Admiring the Art in the New York Public Library
Two weeks ago, I visited the New York Public Library in Manhattan, New York. It’s open from 10 AM to 6 PM usually. And it’s accessible to the public. The New York Public Library has numerous branches. I visited the Stephen A. Schwarzman’s Building, which is often featured in movies. I admired its marbled walls… Continue reading
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2023: Uvita – A Hidden Paradise in Costa Rica
You may have heard of Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio in Costa Rica. But another paradise land is also in the Southern Part of Costa Rica. Uvita is a small, rural tropical town. And it has this amazing Natural Park called Parque Nacional Marino Ballena. If you walk all the way to the northern tip of… Continue reading
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2023: Los Ticos: The Costa Ricans that I Met
So I’ve been staying in Costa Rica for two weeks now. So far, I’ve been having a blast! Thus the following are my thoughts on spending time with some Costa Ricans: Most Costa Ricans, or Ticos (as they are locally called), are known for their warmth and hospitality. For instance, when I go to the… Continue reading
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2023: A 19th-Century Store: The St. James General Store
I live near the St. James General Store, which has been around since 1857. And it’s still active! While you can’t buy your grocery necessities, this general store houses the history of Long Island and New York. A Bit of History The First Floor You can find bars of soap to all sorts of candy… Continue reading
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2023: Visiting New York’s Chinatown in January
Before the Lunar New Year, I wanted to check if Manhattan’s Chinatown had any festivities. Alas, there were none. But I enjoyed the atmosphere, and so this is what you can find: Bakeries & Cafes From dim sum to bubble tea, your world here is your oyster – literally, I think they even sell oysters.… Continue reading
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2023: Neue Galerie’s Bookshop in New York
Do you love the sight of books? It’s always so magical and refreshing to peruse through books, even if you don’t bring one home. And inside the Neue Galerie in Manhattan, New York, you’re free to do so! Down the left hallway, as you enter the museum, you’ll find a small corner of a bookstore.… 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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