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ALBANIA ~ The Rare Gem Between Two Seas  

ALBANIA ~ The Rare Gem Between Two Seas  

This is CompassChaos13’s candid account of road-tripping through Europe's hidden gem! Join CompassChaos13 as they recount their November/December 2025 adventure, from navigating chaotic borders and lost wallets to mastering the art of Albanian stone work, while sipping raki. Discover essential, up-to-date tips for driving through the stunning Old Towns of Gjirokastër and Berat, and find out why you can’t trust Google Maps in Albania’s ancient alleyways

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'No Plan B' : Turning Travel Friction Into Your Funniest Life Story

'No Plan B' : Turning Travel Friction Into Your Funniest Life Story

“The travel heartbeat isn't found in a perfectly executed itinerary—it’s found in the moment your train is canceled and the only one who speaks English are the pigeons. Logistics isn't about avoiding friction; it's about optimizing for it.”

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🌎 13 Truths ~Why People Travel: Travel is Our Universal School & We Never Graduate

🌎 13 Truths ~Why People Travel: Travel is Our Universal School & We Never Graduate

Travel is the world’s greatest classroom, and we are all students in the Universal School. Dive into why the connections you make—not the destinations—are the real currency of your journey. Discover how travel actively kills hatred, breaks down stereotypes, and enrolls you in the PhD of Life you'll never graduate from. It’s time to move, learn, and live.

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