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A Travel and lifestyle blog with stories, emotions and reflections
Going Places
Welcome to GoingPlacesWithMe.com, a blend of personal journal and travel & lifestyle exploration. This isn't just a travel and lifestyle blog; it's a shared journal of adventures and intimate moments that paint the canvas of my experiences.
Join me in weaving together the tapestry of not only places visited but also the stories, emotions, and reflections that make each journey truly extraordinary!
Jan 153 min read
The bouncing back effect
I’ve always sucked at playing ball games. In middle school, during sports lessons, we mostly played volleyball. I remember how the best...
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Jan 85 min read
Anadolu Halı Geleneği'nin Alman Abisi: Harald Böhmer
Haydi ver elini Bodrum’a, götüreyim seni. Gürültülü barlar sokağından, beyaz yakalı hayattan kaçmayı başarmış ama hâlâ beyaz Türk...
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Dec 26, 20244 min read
Stories must be told, songs must be sung: My Netherlands Trip
The Rockit Festival! This annual event in Groningen, the Netherlands, celebrates adventurous music, blending genres like jazz, funk,...
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Dec 20, 20242 min read
Dating Without Borders: The Nationalities of My Lovers
They say love is universal, and trust me, I’m fluent in it! Elafonisi Beach I’m a 38-year-old woman living in one of the most...
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Oct 20, 20242 min read
Ben öldüm - Ağlayanım Çok
2003-2004 öğretim yılı... İstiklal Caddesi, köşelerinde yeşeren ağaçlarıyla sadece şehrin değil, aynı zamanda benim de içinde olduğum...
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Apr 3, 20244 min read
It's me, I'm the problem! - Taking Emotional Accountability
Illustrations: Nazli Kocoglu Have you ever asked a fish to get you a newspaper? As silly as it sounds, believe me, my friends, we've all...
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Mar 9, 20244 min read
1,5 EUR Train Trip from Thailand to Cambodia, Border Crossing Challenge and Angkor Wat Temple Marathon
After spending a whole month soaking up both primitive islands and crazy city life of Thailand, I found myself feeling both excited and a...
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Jan 31, 20245 min read
Landing Koh Mak Island - Paradise for Digital Nomad in Thailand
After enduring ten cold, dark, and gloomy winters in Germany, I decided finally to escape the harsh German winter this year. It wasn't...
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Jan 31, 20246 min read
Koh Mak Island Guide - Paradise for Digital Nomad in Thailand
Koh Mak Island Guide - Paradise for Digital Nomad in Thailand After a lengthy and exhausting journey spanning around 15 hours, I finally...
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Jan 15, 20243 min read
But You Don't Look Turkish
"To be asked “Where are you from?” is a way of telling you are not from here. The questioning, the interrogation can stop only when you...
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Jan 8, 20248 min read
7 Types of Rest - The Secret to Self Actualisation
Do you often find yourself feeling tired, even after a long weekend of sleep? Well, you're not alone. According to Dr. Saundra...
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Dec 31, 20237 min read
Discovering Istanbul's Historic Heart: Your Guide to Beyoglu
Nestled on the European side of Istanbul, Beyoglu stands as a living testament to the city's rich history, with roots dating back to...
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Dec 27, 20236 min read
Türk Edebiyatinin Lirik Prensesi, En Büyük Kazancı ve Kaybı: Tezer Özlü.
Tezer Özlü (Simav/Kütahya, 1943 - Zürih 1986) Kahramanımızı, değerli ve biricik dostum Göktan Abacı'nın yadsınamayacak bir katkıda...
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Nov 28, 20238 min read
Hiking in Cretan White Mountains-Lefka Ori
A Self Discovery Journey - Part Right before making significant choices in my life, I found myself blending a series of past experiences...
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