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Alyssa O Writes

A Blog For Travelers and Dreamers

Travel Writing

Look Ma, I’m Nominated!

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 6 minutes
mindfulness

My Favorite Books About Mindfulness

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 4 minutes
mindfulness The Expat Files

Quiet Riot: When Your Existential Crisis Moves Abroad With You

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 8 minutes
Travel

The Best Winter Activities in Iceland

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 16 minutes
Travel

How To Pick An Icelandic Sweater

Posted on March 2, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 5 minutes
City Breaks Travel

Best Places to Eat and Drink in Reykjavík 

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 4 minutes
Teaching Abroad Travel

Why Should Teachers Travel?

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 8 minutes
Travel

How To Pack Like A Rock Star For A European City Break

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 11 minutes
City Breaks Travel

An American Expat Goes Buck Wild In London

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 8 minutes
mindfulness The Expat Files

When Lonely Is Beautiful: The Case For Solitude

Posted on January 17, 2016 by Alyssa O, Writer
Reading time 4 minutes

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Alyssa O, Writer

Alyssa O, Writer

I'm a traveling writer and all around sassy lady with a very low tolerance for comfort zones. This blog is for travelers, dreamers and all those who dance to the beat of their own drum. Push your limits, take the leap and discover this big weird and wonderful world with me!

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