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Hotel Deals Dublin: How to Find Them

Marilou Cabatingan, 04/04/202606/26/2026

Dublin is a fantastic city, rich in history and vibrant culture. But finding an affordable place to stay can feel like a treasure hunt. High demand, especially during festival season or major sporting events, often drives hotel prices sky-high. Smart planning and knowing where to look makes all the difference….

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Why you should ignore the travel brochures about the best time to visit Xinjiang

Marilou Cabatingan, 04/03/202606/26/2026

Don’t go to Xinjiang in July. I don’t care what the glossy magazines say about the ‘vibrant summer energy’ or the long daylight hours. It is a mistake. I made that mistake in 2026, landing in Turpan when it was 44 degrees Celsius (about 111 F), and I spent three…

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Stop overpaying for flights to New Zealand because the ‘National Carrier’ cult is a lie

Marilou Cabatingan, 04/01/202604/03/2026

New Zealand is basically a geographical tax on your bank account. If you want to get here, or get out of here, you’re going to pay. But most people pay way too much because they’ve bought into this weird nationalistic idea that flying our flagship carrier is a personality trait….

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