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Loni James

As I collect and record these stories, I hope they make you laugh, curse and dream of far off places. May they inspire you to cross oceans and meet plenty of interesting people along the way.

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A First Date...With His Mom

I've been on plenty of first dates but this was Zimbabwe's version of trial by fire.

A First Date...With His Mom
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Date #31 - The Accidental Twins

And that’s how I ended up having beers by the ocean with a set of twins, completely clueless as to which one was my date.

Date #31 - The Accidental Twins
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Members Only Museum

Museum dates are a classy choice but this one would have had my prudish 20 year old self dying in her conservative shoes, blushing redder than any tomato.

Members Only Museum
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A Boy in Bergen.

I didn't think this date would happen...but I'm oh so glad it did.

A Boy in Bergen.
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Serial Killer or No?

I've been asked if any of these dates have resulted in me falling in love and if so, would I stop traveling?

Serial Killer or No?
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An Estonian in Slovenia

Who else loves when a date is going so well that they move from sitting opposite of you to sitting next to you?

An Estonian in Slovenia
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Bled and Beer

Despite it not being the case, there are still so many people who assume all dating apps are simply for hooking up.

Bled and Beer
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A Gentleman of Verona

My lips were still tingling from his kisses but I couldn't help but be overwhelmed by the absolute romance that is Verona by night. Romeo and Juliet knew what was up.

A Gentleman of Verona
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Here's your reminder to drink the Mountain Juice.

I’ve found it a bit more challenging to read the interest of my dates as the cultural norms are not what I’m used to.

Here's your reminder to drink the Mountain Juice.
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My Favorite Travel Credit Card

This is my non-exhaustive list of what I love about this card, how I actually use it and why this one in particular.

My Favorite Travel Credit Card