Memoirs From Abroad

Enjoyed numero uno?! Well, here's numero dos! In this episode, I talk about my travels to Madrid, Granada (in Spain) and Rome (in Italy) with my Trump loving father. You'll get mini history lessons and listen to some unpleasant, yet comical moments spent with my frank and peculiar father. 

Music 1: Spanish-Andalusian Music
Music 2: Ancient Roman music 

Within my podcast, I've chosen to create a series called  "Travels w/ Trump Loving Father," in which I will delve into the memories of traveling to Western Europe and Egypt with a man who adores the crazy, "conservative", and highly opinionated commander-in-chief of the U.S., Donald J. Trump. Numer Uno (Pt. 1)  is all about our ventures to London and Paris. 

In this episode, my friend shared a moment where she had to commit a sexual act to get out of an uncomfortable situation when she was only 13 years old while traveling to the Dominican Republic with her parents. Because of this past situation, she and I provided warnings, methods, and guidelines for female travelers who are rocking it solo or even in a group. Stay vigilant ladies! 

A fun-filled conversation with my friend, Kay who details her experience of having to mature at only 10 years old (sorry I might have said 11. My bad!) while attending boarding school in west Africa. Still, because of her Nigerian roots, she talks about how she was able to easily adapt to some of the Togolese culture and way of life, but noticed a few differences between her mother country Nigeria and Togo. 

Hey everyone!

I hope you're all doing well during these times. In my first topic episode, I decided to talk about the perspective of sexuality, folklore, and penis worship within three Asian countries: Japan, Thailand, and South Korea. Now, I'm sure sex arouses most of us as this show will be entertaining, but it's also quite informative with cool facts because you will gain a better understanding of how sexuality and phalluses are viewed from the "Eastern" perspective. And if you're interested in visiting some of the places mentioned, you can hear all about it in the episode (and view part of it below).

Enjoy yourselves and stay blessed! Ciao!
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Kanamara Matsuri (Festival of the Steel Penis) - Kawasaki, Japan
When: 1st Sunday in April (i.e. April 5th)
Fee: Free
Transportation (Japanstry.com): The nearest station in Kawasaki-daishi Station on the Keikyu-Daishi Line. If you're in central Tokyo, the easiest access is from Shinagawa Station.

Chao Mae Tuptim Shrine - Bangkok, Thailand
Location: Nai Lert Heritage Home
Fee: 500 Baht (Thai), 1000 Baht (foriegners), and 100 baht (children)
Transportation: Bus, metro, train, or taxi. Recommendation: Ask the front desk
Hours: Thursday and Friday w/ guided tours @ 11am, 14:00 (2pm), & 16:00 (4pm)

Loveland - Jeju Island, South Korea
Location: Yeong-dong, Jeju-do, South Korea
Fee: Adults 12,000 won / Group 11,000 won;
- Senior citizens (age 65 or older) 10,000 won / Group 9,000 won
- Group: 30 people or more
Hours: 09:00 - 24:00 (Last ticketing: 23:00)
Transportation: From Jeju International Airport, take a bus bound for 축산진흥원 (Chuksanjinheungwon) and get off at 독까비(Dokkaebi) Road Bus Stop or rent a car and drive there.

Penis Park - Haesindang, South Korea
Location: Haesindang in Sinnam
Fee: Adults: 3,000 won / Group: 2,000 won
- Teenagers: 2,000 won / Group: 1,500 won
- Children & Senior citizens: 1,500 won / Group: 1,000 won
Transportation: From Samcheok Intercity Bus Terminal, take Bus No. 24 to Haesindang (해신당) Park Bus Stop.
Hours: March - October 09:00-18:00; November-February 09:00 - 17:00
- Last admission is one hour before closing. 
- Closed every 18th of the month

Hey everyone,

I know (and hope) that you're all doing well. This episode is an interview with my Thai-Mali friend, Mayour or May for short, who traveled to the little known South Asian nation, Bhutan (Boo-Tan) a year ago. She detailed the visa process & fees, travel requirements to Bhutan, the food, experiences, and a temple she witnessed that honors and glorifies an organ very dear to the male species. BUT before her interview, you'll get some cultural and informational facts about the country, so by the time you finish this episode, you won't be able to get Bhutan off your mind.

Enjoy and I wish you a blessed day! Ciao!

Source: TripSaavy
Wanna travel to Bhutan? Here's all the info you need
https://www.tibettravel.org/nepal-tibet-bhutan-tour/get-bhutan-visa-permit.html
https://www.drukasia.com/bhutan-travel/cultural/

Hey lovely wanderlusters!

I have another interview episode for you all with my wonderful, intelligent, and delightful friend Keisha who talked about her experience of traveling to the Philippines & Thailand and living in South Korea as a black woman. She also briefly gave advice on the best budgeting tactics and provided recommendations on what to splurge during your next trip. 

This is a great episode for those who identify as black or colored women and have never traveled before, but it's also good for others who wish to "walk a mile" in another individual's shoes in order to have a different traveling encounter. 

I hope you enjoy this episode and don't forget to subscribe and review on Itunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast. Let me know your thoughts on IG @memoirsfromabroad or [email protected]

Stay blessed everyone!

Ciao 

Hey everyone! Hope you're doing well during these tough times.

My episode is simply an introduction to moi, the podcast host; components of the show and what you should expect, and lastly, a story of my first experience in Madrid, Spain when I was 19 years old.

Let me know what you think about the first episode and feel free to message me on IG @ memoirsfromabroad or [email protected]. Don't forget to review on Itunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Peace & blessings and ciao for now!

Music: "No Worries" by Aydro Beats

Welcome to my travel podcast, Memoirs From Abroad. If you want to be a guest on my show or have a request on something you'd like to learn about pertaining to traveling (maybe even culture), contact me on IG @ memoirsfromabroad or [email protected]

Ciao!