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Budapest in Bloom
From colorful murals and intricate street art to cutting-edge museums, Budapest seamlessly blends centuries-old traditions with bold creativity.

Zaina Kourki
May 18, 20254 min read


La Vita è Bella
Italy is a country that I consider "home." I have deeply immersed myself in its people, culture, art, and food since I studied the language at university in my motherland, Syria. Over the years, I have discovered many common elements between Syria and Italy—from the Mediterranean flavors to family traditions and historical exchange. As someone passionate about music, I find the Italian language like a smooth melody blended into everyday life and expressions. My first trip to

Zaina Kourki
Sep 1, 20244 min read


US Trippin: East Coast
Having traveled to many countries in Asia, Africa, and Europe, it was about time to start conquering the Americas! After deliberate planning and preparation, I finally made it to my first long-awaited trip to the United States (US) in April 2024. While many people believe that Christopher Columbus was the first to discover the Americas in 1492, Russell Freedman argues in his book: “Who Was First” that there is evidence of the Vikings and even the Chinese making their way to t

Zaina Kourki
May 26, 20245 min read


The Gems of Sri Lanka
A country poised for its cultural richness, natural diversity, and world heritage sites was long overdue on my travel list since 2021! And finally, my plan to visit Sri Lanka reached its Eve peak by the end of 2023 after a deliberate search of key places to see and the ideal time of the year to untap the pearl of the Indian Ocean. Historically known as ‘Ceylon’, Sri Lanka is an island country in South Asia that has a population of over 20 million and an intriguing mix of lang

Zaina Kourki
Feb 4, 20245 min read



