Truly Expat
The world is too big to leave unexplored
Truly Expat
The world is too big to leave unexplored
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Asia
10 Best Things to Do in Ipoh, Malaysia: Your Complete Travel Guide
Ipoh gives you everything Penang offers—colonial architecture, street art, incredible food—without the crowds. I’ve spent enough time in both cities
Paula Barreca Barnes
November 20, 2025
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Travel
Have You Considered Turning Your Wedding And Honeymoon Into One Unforgettable Journey?
Your love story is one of a kind, filled with moments of joy, struggle, and heartfelt unity, so why settle
Guest Writer
November 15, 2025
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Tips and Hacks
How You Can Help the Environment While Travelling
When we travel, every choice we make has an impact — especially on the oceans. From cruise tours to beach
Paula Barreca Barnes
November 8, 2025
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Why I do, what I do!
In 2006, my husband and I made a life-changing decision that would shape the next chapter of our story. With three little ones in tow, we packed up our lives and moved to Taiwan, beginning what would become an incredible 18-year Asian adventure. Since then, I've called six different countries home across Asia, each posting bringing new cultures to embrace, languages to learn, and memories to treasure. Today, I still call Singapore home—a vibrant city-state that inspired my destination website, Singapore Truly.
Those three little kids who once clung to my hand in bustling night markets and temple courtyards? They've grown into independent young adults, pursuing their own dreams around the world. And now, with this beautiful new freedom, it's my turn to explore—one country at a time.
Whether you're seeking solo travel inspiration, planning your next adventure, or ready to join a community of like-minded women exploring the world, I'm here to help make your travel dreams a reality.
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