the reality of a phd: a gruelling, lonely, and soul-crushing race
If I had a choice, I would NOT do a PhD again. And if someone asked me if I would…
Tag: expat life
Teaching abroad mistakes I won’t repeat
Teaching abroad is an incredible adventure. You get to immerse yourself in a new culture, share your knowledge, and help…
Winding Through Serbian Mountains: the Šargan Eight Railway
Imagine a vintage locomotive, weaving through the European mountains, the breeze caressing your cheek as you gaze upon the verdant…
Hiking to Duf Waterfall: Exploring Macedonia’s Beauty
Nestled within the picturesque Mavrovo National Park, hiking to Duf Waterfall offers a delightful escape into nature’s embrace. The moderate…
A guide for visiting Subotica in Serbia
There’s underrated destinations and there’s places that people would not want to visit. Serbia falls into the latter category. However,…
How to survive moments of self doubt when moving abroad
One of the best decisions I’ve ever made was to relocate abroad to Serbia. When I think about how difficult…
Planning a 5 day trip in Montenegro
Why go to Montenegro when there are so many other places in Europe? Despite its diminutive size, this Balkan jewel…
Visiting Golubac Fortress & Veliki Buk Waterfall in Eastern Serbia
After living in Belgrade for a month, I decided that it was time for a trip out of the city….
Relocating a pet from Qatar
While living in Qatar (during the covid pandemic peak!), my partner and I were adopted by a small injured kitty…
Why I finally moved away from the Gulf
After 7 years in the Gulf Arab countries, I finally packed my life up and left. It’s been a tumultuous…
