I have participated in charity activities with my family since I was five. In these activities, we have come to know many warm-hearted volunteers from all over the world. One of them was Gary B,… More
Seven Countries in Seven Days
In the 180 days we are in school, we follow a set routine: go to school, come home, and engage in extracurricular activities within a two-mile radius of our homes, over and over again. These invisible confines limit our vision of the world. With school over, travel is one way for us to expand our horizons and recharge our batteries.
Reincarnation
A mother tree is breastfeeding;
Her blossoms dot the sky.
Pink as the tip of Cupid’s arrow,
A Luxurious Paradise – Dubai: 22-Hour Layover Trip
What is the best way to spend a long layover? Visiting the country’s best attractions not too far from the airport without spending a lot of money! If you organize ahead to prepare for jet lag and set up an itinerary that maximizes your time, sightseeing should not be a problem. My sisters and I have had several stopover tours, but the most impressive was in Dubai.
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Inside the World’s Largest Rainforest – The Amazon
The Amazon is the largest rainforest in the world. It stretches across 2.1 million square miles, equating to 70% of the lower 48 states’ area. The forest spans across nine countries: Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana.
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The Land of Sea, Sand, Sport, and Samba – Brazil
The first country that comes to mind when we think about soccer is probably Brazil, the winner of the FIFA World Cup for an unprecedented five times. It is a country that is not only famous for the ball-kicking sport, but for its carnival extravaganzas, beaches, waterfalls, rainforests, and that it will be hosting this year’s Summer Olympics.
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As Green as Poison Ivy
When I am around, I strip all your virtue away
Deep down, I burn fiercely with vengeance
North Vietnam Odyssey
President Barack Obama visited Hanoi, Vietnam in May. This reminded me of the time I visited Vietnam three years ago.
Each summer since I was 2 years old, I have flown with my family to Taiwan to visit my disabled grandmother who lives alone. During these trips, I also have the opportunity to visit and to do charitable work in nearby developing countries.
$99-USD Zhangjiajie China tour: Is it worth to go?
The sun is shining bright, signaling the arrival of the summer. For students, that means three months of relaxation and rejuvenation with mindless activities such as sleeping in, hanging out with friends and, especially for me, traveling. Continue reading “$99-USD Zhangjiajie China tour: Is it worth to go?”
A High School Student’s Reflection: Hot Air Balloon Rides
Spring has finally arrived. Mother Earth can now blossom and engulf in the rich forests and marshes after starving during the winter. Now is also the time for mankind to take a break. Plans range anywhere from staying home and doing homework to tanning in Cabo or hiking off a beaten path.
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UPDATE!
Hello everyone!
A lot has been happening in the past several of weeks. Go to my Videos page and check out the several videos that I recently have uploaded! I also made a new quiz titled “What School Subject Are You?” Sorry it has been a long time I have made a new quiz because they are not easy to make, as well as the videos too. Thank you for reading and watching! Don’t forget to like and subscribe! Happy Memorial Day!
-Miranda 🙂