Tag: travel writing
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No, thanks: 11 foreign dishes I just don’t get
Introduction: why some popular dishes baffle travelers Travel opens our palates to a world of flavors, textures, and traditions. Yet even the most adventurous eaters have moments where a dish just doesn’t click. In this piece, I offer a personal take on 11 popular foreign dishes I don’t quite get—while keeping the respect that every…
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The Abyss Beckons: A Family Quest to See the Titanic’s Echo in Bandra, 1998
Introduction: A Personal Quest in a Bustling City The year is 1998, and Bandra, Mumbai, hums with scooters, spice stalls, and the bright chaos of a city that never truly sleeps. In the middle of this rhythm, a family story unfolds: a Sydney greenkeeper named Andrew, his wife Winnie, and their little son Terence, visiting…
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Bill Bryson at 74: Staying Curious, Embracing the Generalist Life, and His Singapore Shows
Keeping the Spark Alive: Bill Bryson’s Formula for Curiosity Bestselling author and journalist Bill Bryson has long been celebrated for turning everyday phenomena into captivating journeys. At 74, he remains unapologetically curious, insisting there is wonder to be found in almost any subject when you slow down and examine it. In a recent conversation, Bryson…
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Bill Bryson on Staying Curious at 74: A Generalist’s Guide and Singapore Shows
Introduction: A lifelong curiosity from a prolific author What keeps a bestselling author vibrant after decades of bestsellers? For Bill Bryson, the answer is simple: stay curious. In a recent conversation timed with the release of new shows in Singapore, Bryson spoke about why he remains a generalist at heart, how diverse interests fuel his…
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Bill Bryson on Staying Curious at 74: A Generalist Mind and Singapore Shows
Bill Bryson at 74: A Masterclass in Staying Curious There is a certain stubborn vitality in the way Bill Bryson talks about the world. At 74, the bestselling author and journalist remains resolutely curious, insisting that there is nothing in the world that isn’t fascinating if you give it time to inspect it. In a…