A collection of travel narratives abroad and at home
When you envision Scotland what comes to mind? The mystical Highlands, shimmering lochs and forgotten isles, haggis, the screeching of bagpipes and Scotsmen in kilts? These cultural symbols have been synonymous with "Scottishness" for as long as I can remember. For some travelers, they come off as too campy for their liking, yearning to uncover…
Continue reading ➞ Day One in Scotland: Hightailing Through the Highlands
Five years ago, I lived in Leeds for half a year, and never once visited Kirkstall Abbey - one of West Yorkshire's most popular sites. So finally, I revisited Leeds in 2017 and could say I stepped foot into Kirkstall Abbey. It was a rainy Tuesday in October, and I had the entire place to…
Continue reading ➞ Alone in an Abbey: A Rainy Day in Kirkstall
Four years ago, my gravitation to traveling emanated while I was just an exchange student. Being first travel piece on this blog, it is only fitting that I start where it all began: Leeds. For those of you like me who desire to explore a new country or city, and really get to know…
