The HoliDaze
/ˈhäləˌdāz/
1. rants and ramblings of a perpetual nomad since 2008.
2. feelings of excitement that accompany unique, off the beaten path travel experiences.
This is the story about a boy named Derek
This is the story about a boy named Derek
He had a fancy corporate career but worked too hard and suffered a quarter-life crisis in his early 20’s.
So Derek gave it all up and began traveling.
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11 Mildly Disturbing Scenes at the Sex Museum in Gyeongju, Korea
Always a fan of unique and offbeat museums around the world, this adults-only museum is as captivating as it is titillating. There are no shortage of mildly disturbing scenes, statues and displays throughout the…
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