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  • New Year in Azerbaijan!

    by halyoosha

    We spend a wintery new year in Azerbaijan, a former Soviet Republic bound by the Caspian sea and Caucasus mountains.

    January 21, 2023
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    Misc, Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • A Gorgeous Visit to a Slovenian Arboretum -Volcji Potok.

    by halyoosha

    Exploring thousands of species of plants at an enormous botanical garden in Slovenia.

    July 13, 2022
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • Abandoned Amusement Parks in Kuwait

    by halyoosha

    On a walk along the beach, I stumbled upon Kuwait's last standing and operating amusement park at Kuwait Magic Mall. I walk inside to have a peek.

    April 7, 2021
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    Travel & Lifestyle
  • My Spanish Inscriptions: Barcelona

    by halyoosha

    Storytelling my way through the Capital of Catalonia, Barcelona! It's all about hip hangouts, art collections and monumental architecture!

    January 17, 2019
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • My Portuguese Inscriptions: Sintra’s Royalty Retreat

    by halyoosha

    Royal summer places, fairytale castles, and gardens made for romance. This is Sintra, Portugal. Mostly unheard of by travelers. During our stay in Lisbon, we decided to take a day trip to the compelling town of Sintra. In the majesty of this Shakespearean-like town, we were surrounded with romantic Portuguese architecture while making our way through ruins quilted in moss. The air of history...

    December 11, 2018
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • My Portugal Inscriptions: Lisboa 2018

    by halyoosha

    We explore the historical land of Lisbon, Portugal, known for being home to the most interesting ancient architectural marvels in the world. From the Age of Discoveries, Lisbon's hilltop highs to seafood galore, we discover the charm of Portugal's neighborhoods and old world streets.

    November 15, 2018
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • Street Art in Lisbon, Portugal

    by halyoosha

    The vibrant street art scene in the historic city of Lisbon, Portugal.

    November 11, 2018
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    Art & Photography
  • My Japanese Inscriptions: Osaka

    by halyoosha

    Another adventure awaited in Osaka City, Japan, widely known as the nation's kitchen. From Osaka Castle, the foodie strip of Dotonbori district, fascinating museums, to all the unique facets of this metropolitan capital of Japan.

    August 21, 2018
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • My Japanese inscriptions: Kyoto

    by halyoosha

    Abound with temples, shrines and relics of the past in enchanting forests, Kyoto is like a timeless old district reflecting traditional and classic Japan. It is synonymous with cherry blossoms, geishas, temples, traditional ryokan inns and masters of tea ceremonies.

    July 7, 2018
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle
  • My Japanese Inscriptions: Tokyo

    by halyoosha

    In this dream destination of mine, I explore the land of the fascinating, bizarre, and unusual! Tokyo, Japan!

    June 2, 2018
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    Travel, Travel & Lifestyle

Travel & Lifestyle

February 27, 2023

Motherhood: FIVE Favourite Unique Activities with my 3 Year Old Daughter.

First motherhood post! Here I share some of the great preschool activities my daughter and I have been doing. Everything...

by halyoosha
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January 21, 2023

New Year in Azerbaijan!

We spend a wintery new year in Azerbaijan, a former Soviet Republic bound by the Caspian sea and Caucasus...

by halyoosha
Comment 1
August 17, 2022

First Travel with a Toddler – Throwback to Istanbul, Turkey

Traveling to Turkey with our two-year-old daughter. A throwback post to our experience!

by halyoosha
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July 13, 2022

A Gorgeous Visit to a Slovenian Arboretum -Volcji Potok.

Exploring thousands of species of plants at an enormous botanical garden in Slovenia.

by halyoosha
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Society & Events

Visiting Kuwait’s Bait Al Othman Museum: The Old Kuwait

Published by halyoosha

Visiting the best museum on Kuwait's history and traditions.

March 30, 2023
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Society & Events

Experiencing glass bead-making at YADAWI

Published by halyoosha

First time trying a glass bead-making workshop in Kuwait!

December 18, 2022
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Society & Events

Event Overview: The Chinese Festival for Cultural Food & Cinema at The National Library of Kuwait

Published by halyoosha

I visit the Chinese Cultural Festival for Food and Film which was organised by the Chinese Embassy and held at the National Library of Kuwait.

November 11, 2022
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Society & Events

Seasonal Activity in Kuwait: Flamingo Watching!

Published by halyoosha

The winter season in Kuwait also means there are flamingo sightings!

November 5, 2022
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Journalism, Society & Events

Journalism

November 5, 2022

Seasonal Activity in Kuwait: Flamingo Watching!

The winter season in Kuwait also means there are flamingo sightings!

by halyoosha
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October 20, 2019

Interview: Life in Japan through the Eyes of a Kuwaiti Student.

What is it really like to acclimate to the Japanese lifestyle? Here, I interview Mishal Almashan, a Kuwaiti student...

by halyoosha
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May 26, 2019

The Story of Mila, the Cat 🐈 : Days in the Life of a Stray Kitten that Survived...

It was a summer afternoon when I drove to our house to water our indoor plants. My parents were...

by halyoosha
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March 26, 2019

A new breed of print?

I'm still a fan of print even though everything is shifting to digital. I think independent magazines are setting...

by halyoosha
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Art & Photography

Art & Photography, Society & Events

My Experience with Kuwait’s First Risography Studio!

I explore risography for the first time at Kuwait's first risography studio. I learned the process of preparing my artwork for this special Japanese technique of printing called RISO.

May 13, 2021
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Art & Photography

Photo diary part 4: Kuwait’s Old Souk, Mubarakiya

The 4th edition of the Souk Mubarakiya photo diary exploring Kuwait's street art, people, shops and markets, and it's overall atmosphere and quirks.

February 23, 2019
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Art & Photography

Photo diary Part 3: Kuwait’s old Souk, Mubarakiya

Candid shots of Kuwait's old souk, Mubarakiya. Very interesting place!

February 17, 2019
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