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A Boat Ride Away

INDIA | Monday, 25 May 2015 | Views [325] | Scholarship Entry

The first thing I noticed about India was the heat. It was all-encompassing, suffocating; like being wrapped in a wet electric blanket - without the imminent death, of course. But four days ago, when I arrived in strange, chaotic, noisy Mumbai, I was ... Read more >

Tags: 2015 Writing Scholarship


As Trees

CANADA | Saturday, 22 Nov 2014 | Photo Gallery | Scholarship Entry

As trees start small and continuously grow in thick layers to reach the sky, my pursuit of happiness is a journey of constant change, growth, and adaption. This organic process is real, raw, and unstoppable abroad. I've traversed over 30 countries writing ... Read more >
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Tags: 2014 Travel Photography Scholarship


Photos: The Taste of the Heart

GERMANY | Saturday, 10 May 2014 | Photo Gallery

Photos to accompany my latest travel story!
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Tags: christmas markets, germany


The Taste of the Heart

GERMANY | Saturday, 10 May 2014 | Views [563] | Scholarship Entry

Snow falls from the sky in chunks of colourless cotton candy. Bea Müller and I wander through the maze of wooden stalls, nestled beneath half-timbered houses covered in white blossomed mistletoe. The Stuttgarter Weihnachtsmarkt is ripe with aromas ... Read more >

Tags: 2014 Travel Writing Scholarship - Euro Roadtrip


Photos: Alison's Adventures

CANADA | Thursday, 18 Apr 2013 | Photo Gallery

Wander with me and explore the world's wonders :)
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A Local Encounter that Changed my Perspective - Reality Television

INDONESIA | Thursday, 18 Apr 2013 | Views [412] | Scholarship Entry

“Is this real?” James’ voice was thick with perspiration. A slick bead of sweat ran down his collarbone and disappeared beneath the folds of his heavy cotton V-neck. I nodded in silent response. The reality of Bali gripped me with a frightening force.... Read more >

Tags: Travel Writing Scholarship 2013


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