Laura Grace Tarpley

Laura Grace Tarpley is a writer and English teacher in China. She enjoys tinkering with crossword puzzles, hiking, and taking naps on her huge couch. Keep up with her travels and writing on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, or her website.

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What to Eat in Southeast China

10 Dishes to Try in Southeast China Right across the border from Hong Kong, Southeast China attracts more and more tourists every year. In this part of the country, you’ll find three popular provinces. First, Guangdong Province contains Southeast China’s only tier-1 cities, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Second, Hainan Province dishes up a relaxing beach lifestyle. …

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Exploring America by Car: 8 Stunning Stretches of Interstate

8 Stunning Stretches of Interstate in the United States My favorite way to explore the United States is to jump in my car and take a drive. However, we road trippers often feel bogged down by interstates. They are necessary evils, leading us to our destinations quickly, but boring us to sleep. (Often literally, if …

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best brunch in Wellington New Zealand

Best Brunch in Wellington New Zealand

Best Brunch in Wellington New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand, is a laid-back city with residents who savor the good things in life. As a result, the nation’s capital takes two things seriously: brunch and coffee. Wellington is filled with cute cafés that offer decadent breakfast food and baristas who have been making coffee for years. …

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What it Costs: A Day of Travel in Taipei

A DAY OF TRAVEL COSTS IN TAIPEI, TAIWAN I’ve been living in and traveling around China for six months, and I have to admit, Taipei is my favorite city so far. The city has maintained its Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, and Dutch influences, providing tourists with a hodgepodge of cultures in a mere couple of blocks. …

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What is it Like in Shenzhen China

What It’s Like In: Shenzhen, China

What is it like in Shenzhen China? Although Shenzhen is a Tier-1 Chinese metropolis, it has only been a city for 38 years. When Shenzhen was declared a city in 1979, residency spiked. The tourism industry is starting to catch up, as Shenzhen is now the sixth most popular Chinese city for overseas tourists. Located …

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