Hello Friends, and Welcome to my Travel Blog!

Disclaimer: I do not use Ai to write any of my posts. Everything you find here is authentic information I have written based off of my firsthand experiences. Because human experience is better than computers.
My name is Scotti, and I have been living, working, and traveling abroad since I was 20 years old!
I graduated University in 2022 already with an entrepreneur mindset, starting my own small business in the cosmetics industry at age 18 and winning my college’s business week competition my senior year at age 20. But upon being given banker’s business cards and being told to give them a call if I “needed any loans,” I backed out of joining the corporate rat race. With confusion and fear, I decided to take some time off from working to travel abroad and search for internal guidance for my future going forward. One week into my international trip in Asia, I sat on the side of the road in Vietnam eating banh mi and canceled my return flight home.
I’ve learned so much since then! Now, I want to use all of my firsthand experiences and knowledge to create a safe community to teach other women how to go abroad with confidence, whether that be working or traveling. It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned traveler or looking to book your first trip abroad- join me on my adventures as I navigate life abroad!




“If you’re twenty-two, physically fit, hungry to learn and be better, I urge you to travel—as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have to. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them— wherever you go.”
Anthony Bourdain, Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook
On my blog, you will find:
💼 Working/Living Abroad: I previously lived in Thailand for a year, and now I live in Taiwan! An in-depth look at my experience being part of the expat community and how I’ve found jobs, secured visas (and failed to secure a visa, lol), and lived like a local by learning the language and doing what the locals do.
🗺️ Destination Guides: Take the pressure off of planning your itineraries and let me do the planning for you! Comprehensive guides and travel inspo on some places I’ve been.
⛺ Advice: Let me share with you my personal experiences on where to stay, how to get around, and cultural tips for respectful travel.
✈️ Travel Hacks: View my Travel Resources tab, and I’ll give you the hook up! Links to book the best accommodation and experiences, and other resources to help you travel with ease.
Where am I traveling now?
I am currently in Taipei, Taiwan!
View my blog posts by destination! Click on a country you are interested in reading more about!
Read My Most-Recent Posts!
Browse my latest posts below to see what I have been up to recently! Or, if you have a specific destination in mind, head over to my Blog tab and search my most well-loved locations!
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West to East: 13 Ways I’ve Adapted to Asian Culture as a Western Expat
My journey from West to East has been more than a geographical shift; it’s been a profound personal transformation. Life feels so much better whenever I explore. Somewhat surprising for most people, I became a Western expat in Asia at 20 years old. As a Westerner, this lifestyle switch was an exciting decision. Many people…
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Monks and Mindfulness: Vipassana Meditation Retreat in Thailand
“To see things as they really are.” Vipssana Meditation I’m absolutely filthy. There is no way I should be allowed to go pray while looking like this. I have on a dirt-stained elephant T-shirt and beat-up backpack as I stumble up to a Mcdonalds. I’m looking for someone, but I’m not sure who exactly. It…
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Ultimate Guide to Railay Beach: Thailand’s Hidden Paradise (Krabi)
Welcome to Paradise Disclaimer: I am a farang (foreigner) living in Thailand, however; for authenticity and accuracy purposes I have consulted my native Thai friends (puan kong-chan!) to ensure all of my information regarding food and culture is accurate. Thank you for the trust. Get ready to explore the small paradise of Railay Beach in…
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7 Reasons to Skip Bali, and Travel to Java!
As solo women travelers, we are very thoughtful when choosing a destination to travel to. Anywhere us solo-explorer girlies go, we need to know it will be safe, as well as what to expect. But there is hardly any room for concern when it comes to the safe country of Indonesia. Indonesia, ranked as a…
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Dengue Fever in Bali: My Symptom Journal
It’s 6am on the island of Bali, Indonesia. I’ve just woken up with a thrashing migraine. At first, I think it’s just the aftermath of passing my first-ever kidney stone a few days prior. But it’s actually something much more threatening: Dengue Fever. Prior to my arrival to Bali, I had spent weeks drifting around…
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Java’s Coffee Culture: From Plantation to Cup (Process + My Rare Experience)
Coffee (Kopi) and Javanese Culture Did you know that the term “Java” used to talk about coffee actually originates from the coffee trade in Java, Indonesia? In fact, for a time the island of Java was even the worlds #1 producer of coffee- and is still a lead producer today! However, coffee does not actually…
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Dieng Plateau Sunrise: Guide to Indonesia’s Dazzling Sunrise Tourism
Dieng Plateau Sunrise Indonesia boasts some of the most alluring natural tourism attractions in the world, and the island of Java is no exception. Nestled right in the heart of Central Java lies Dieng Plateau, surrounded by active volcanoes, colorful lakes, smokey craters, and ancient temples. Referred to by locals as “the land above the…
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Worldpackers: I Volunteered as an English Teacher Abroad
From City to Kampung: My experience volunteering as an English teacher abroad in Central Java, Indonesia through Worldpackers. Steps follow me down the dirt road. Steady eyes on me through the windows. Gentle tugs on my hair as I pass by. The companionship and admiration of the Indonesian students I met in Java is unparalleled…
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17 Things to Know Before Traveling Indonesia: Cultural Etiquette, Visas, and More
Indonesia: the magical land of dragons, volcanos, and coffee. There is much research and preparation that goes into traveling to the culturally diverse country of Indonesia. As a tourist, it is likely that you will run into many surprising cultural differences. To avoid surprises, I have written the ultimate know-all guide of the 17 things…
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