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3 Affordable Ways to Learn Asian Languages in NYC
3 Affordable Ways to Learn Asian Languages in NYC
Chinese Made Easy: Shaolan and Talk Chineasy
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5 Korean Songs to Add To Your Playlist Today
 

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B&J Classifieds: October Career Opportunities
Interview: Ria in Japan
Interview: Ria in Japan
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Interview: Living in Western China with Courtney McGhee
 

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'In the Mood for Love' Inspired Fashion
'In the Mood for Love' Inspired Fashion
5 Fashion Essentials Inspired by 'Enter the Void'
5 Fashion Essentials Inspired by 'Enter the Void'
3 Ayurvedic Products Perfect for Black Skin and Hair
3 Ayurvedic Products Perfect for Black Skin and Hair
 

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5 Singaporean Spas For Your Own Ultimate 'Crazy Rich Asians' Getaway
5 Singaporean Spas For Your Own Ultimate 'Crazy Rich Asians' Getaway
Flor De Mayo: NYC's Top Chino-Latino Restaurant
Flor De Mayo: NYC's Top Chino-Latino Restaurant
Taste the Spice of Life: See Inside Philly's own Korean-Jamaican Restaurant
Taste the Spice of Life: See Inside Philly's own Korean-Jamaican Restaurant
 

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Interview: Ria in Japan
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3 Affordable Ways to Learn Asian Languages in NYC
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5 Korean Songs to Add To Your Playlist Today
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Global tastemaker Jeffery Smith Jr. shares with us a few tips during his Japan trip at this iconic location: "Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社) is the head shrine of the god #Inari, located in Fushimi Ward in Kyoto, #Japan. The shrine sits at the base of Inari mountain and takes approximately 2 hours to walk up. " Photo credit: @jefro5
Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Mosque is known for more than it's Insta-worthy views. This mosque is home to the world's largest carpet (it took two years to make!) and a robust library with publications dating back 200 years. Photo credit: @guidedbybk
Traveling couple @Travelinoureyes shares with us a few incredible facts on The Cloud Forest located in Gardens by the Bay: "The Cloud Forest at the Gardens by the Bay is an unreal 35-meter tall indoor ‘mountain’. It’s breathtaking! Covered stunningly beautiful trees, plants and flowers, the amazingly array showcases the diversity of the tropical highlands up to 2000-meters above sea level." Make sure to stop by their blog to read more travel facts on Singapore! #BraidsandJade
Digital nomad Sam (@callmeadventurous) take a dip into the clear blue waters of the Phi Phi Islands. It's believed that the islands held one of the oldest communities in Thailand, dating back to prehistoric times! ☀️ #BraidsandJade
World traveler Dainihia strikes a pose by the world famous Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. Did you know the planet of Xandar in the film Guardians of the Galaxy, was based off this location? Photo credit: @dainilove
Jenny (@Jennyzhengafl) takes a ride on China's second most popular wall, the Xi'an City Wall! Rent a bike and take a ride around this ancient wall.
China expat Phil (@philwaukee) shares with us this pretty awesome cultural fact: "Behind me are some of the public housing buildings in Hong Kong. They are called “Choi Hung,” which in Cantonese means “rainbow."
Get lost in the streets of Tokyo with aria, a Bajan expat and artist! Learn more about how Ria made the journey from the Caribbean to the heart of Japan. Link in bio! #BraidsandJade