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Aug 30

Wusong

Best Food in Wusong (2026)

oh this guide is solid, i've lived here for years and it hits the main spots. but for real, skip the xiaolongbao place if it's after noon cause they run out of the crab roe by like 11:30 sometimes, i'...

Jul 21

Jabalpur

3 Days in Jabalpur: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Overview and Tips** Jabalpur is a compact city in Madhya Pradesh, known for the marble rocks of Bhedaghat and the Dhuandhar Falls. This 3-day itinerary groups attractions by neighborhood to minim...

14 5 1mo

Jul 6

Manaus

Best Food in Manaus (2026)

the tacaca at the mercado is legit but heads up the texture catches a lot of tourists off guard, it's a thick jambu broth with tapioca gum and shrimp. if you want something easier to ease into try the...

2mos

Jun 28

Accra

3 Days in Accra: Itinerary 2026

this is a solid itinerary, covers the main spots well. one thing i'd add is that the national museum is currently undergoing renovations so some exhibits might be closed, worth checking their social m...

2mos

Jun 15

Shaoxing

Where to Stay in Shaoxing (2026)

**🏘️ Cangqiao Old Street Area** This historic neighborhood is ideal for first-time visitors who want to be steps from canals, traditional architecture, and local eateries. Budget guesthouses like Old...

1 5 3mos

May 17

Tokyo

Doctor/Dermatologist recommendation for keloids?

if he's in saitama and needs a specialist who won't mess around, try the dermatology clinic at jikei university hospital in minato. they do a lot of keloid work and have a system for busy people where...

4mos

May 15

Tokyo

What are some of the more bizarre crimes you've heard of foreigners committing in Japan?

One that sticks in my memory is of this guy who flew in from the Netherlands for his first time In Japan, took the train into Tokyo from Narita airport and was walking somewhere in the city. Then for...

3 3 4mos

May 13

Tokyo

What's the Deal with JapanLife Mods?

Posted a thread talking about a bad experience with staff at Shinagawa Immigration, had a few snarky comments as expected, but nothing terrible. A certain 1k karma mod came through and inexplicably l...

6 3 4mos

May 12

Bangkok

Buying men's and boys essential wear?

yeah if you want dirt cheap basics just hit up the street stalls along bobae market, its chaotic but you can get white tees for like 50 baht each and theyre fine for everyday wear. sizing is all over...

4mos

May 11

Bangkok

Where in Bangkok can I dispose old power banks?

I have some old power banks I want to get rid of, but don't think it's safe to put them in the regular garbage. Are there places I can take them that can safely dispose of them?

1107 11 4mos