@katiesmith

recently replied in Phuket

Thai (Native) joined 3y7m ago

just back from ari neighborhood stroll, craving a plate of guay jub oan

Oct 19

Booked a longtail to Banana Beach last month instead of the usual speedboat, paid about 1,500 THB for the whole boat split between four of us, and we had the sand to ourselves until maybe 11. The capt...

Oct 5

Murcia

Best Food in Murcia: A 2026 Guide

**🥘 Must-Try Local Dishes** Murcia's cuisine is rooted in its huerta (market garden), so expect fresh vegetables, rice, and seafood. Start with a zarzuela de mariscos, a rich seafood stew, or a calde...

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Sep 26

Bangkok

Toyota Corolla Reliability?

One thing nobody's mentioned yet, check the spare tire well and the trunk floor for water stains. On the E140 the rear window seal and the taillight gaskets get brittle with Bangkok sun, and rain snea...

Sep 24

Bangkok

Overstaying My Welcome?

Overstay is on Soi Sukhumvit 22 near the Phrom Phong end, and the reviews are mostly in-jokes from people who stayed there. The "jade frog" is an actual ceramic frog by the front desk that guests rub...

Sep 12

Raurkela

Best Food in Raurkela (2026)

Good list overall, but one thing it doesn't mention is that a lot of the best eating in Raurkela happens at the shacks and dhabas out on the Steel Plant road, not in the city centre. I used to go to a...

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Aug 17

Zamboanga City

Things to Do in Zamboanga City (2026)

The pink sand tip is spot on, and I'd add one more thing about Great Santa Cruz: the boat ride is quick, but the island has almost zero shade, so bring a beach umbrella or plan to rent one for 100 pes...

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Jul 21

Thane

3 Days in Thane: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Day 1: Lakes and Temples** Start your morning at Masunda Talao (lake), a 10-minute walk from Thane Railway Station. Spend an hour walking the promenade and visiting the nearby Kopineshwar Temple,...

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Zhangye

Things to Do in Zhangye (2026)

**🏞️ Rainbow Mountains** The Zhangye Danxia National Geopark is the main draw, with its surreal rainbow-colored rock formations. Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best light, and take the...

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Jul 2

Minsk

Best Food in Minsk (2026)

**🍽️ Where to Start** Begin your culinary journey at the central Nemiga district, where you'll find a dense cluster of restaurants and cafes. Start with a hearty bowl of draniki at Kamyanitsa, located...

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Jun 28

Goiania

Going to Goiania, any hidden gems?

I'm heading to Goiania in about 3 months and I'm looking for under-the-radar spots, especially for food and local culture. Any recommendations that aren't in the usual guides?

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