A PERSONAL TRAVEL JOURNAL
A little collection of my travels, favorite places, and moments I don’t want to forget.
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Washington, USA · Weekend escape
A day exploring Seattle, followed by Snoqualmie Falls and a hike above Rattlesnake Lake. A weekend of city walks and time in nature.
2 days · From Portland · Seattle, waterfalls & a hike
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Singapore · Malaysia · Indonesia · Solo travel
One week, three countries. A solo adventure through Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, ending with a peaceful island escape in Bintan.
7 days exploring · 3 countries · Solo travel
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Oregon & Washington · Day trip
An easygoing loop from Portland with an optional waterfall hike, the Bonneville Fish Hatchery, lunch and viewpoints on the Washington side.
1 day · From Portland · Hike optional
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Oregon, USA · Weekend escape
Waterfalls, impossibly clear water, a Bend morning, mountain views and alpacas—my two-day escape from Portland.
2 days · From Portland · Waterfalls, Bend & Smith Rock
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Oregon, USA · Road trip guide
From Portland cafés to waterfalls, mountain lakes and beach towns—a week exploring the place I call home.
7 days · Portland round trip · Interactive budget
Read the storyMEET RANYA
Travel has given me some of the memories I hold closest. It has taken me to places I once only imagined visiting, helped me feel at home somewhere unfamiliar, and reminded me how much there is still to see and learn.
I love the big moments, but I often come home thinking about the little ones: the kindness of someone I met, a quiet morning in a new place, or a view that made me stop for a while. Those are the stories I want to keep and share.
This blog is a collection of my experiences, from weekends near home to journeys across the world. I hope it encourages you to follow your curiosity, even if you’re starting small or going somewhere on your own.