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15 Best Things To Do in Tirana, Albania

There are so many fun things to do in Tirana, it’s no wonder it’s become so popular with travellers and tourists alike.  A perfect location for digital nomads, budget backpackers, friends looking for a fun city break, or a couple looking for a getaway. There are so many great places to visit in Tirana for everyone. One of the best things about the city is that all the different neighbourhoods are close enough to walk between. There are some excellent things to do in Tirana in each of these neighbourhoods, so it doesn’t really matter where you stay. I spent one month exploring the city, enjoying the top Tirana attractions, and experiencing many fun activities. If you’re wondering where to...

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We couldn’t be more appreciative of our sponsors. As an independent menswear site, they’re the reason we’re able to keep the lights on. So, twice a month, we like to give them a special shoutout to recognize them for their support. Doing so also allows us to update our readers on our sponsors’ latest happenings. As temperatures soared above 90 degrees in much of the United States last week, noted style icon and Vox co-founder Matthew Yglesias said he found comfort in linen. He declared, “Buying linen shirts changed my life. As an adaptation measure, the next climate bill should include tax credits for this.” Linen is the world’s first tech fabric. If you’ve ever had the feeling of cotton...

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Easy Recycled Crafts Adults Want to Make

Get easy ideas for recycled crafts that adults will want to make! The best part about this project is that they are simple enough for kids too. I did a thing this past March that I really enjoyed, and you might think it’s silly. Because while I’m happy with the results, and glad that I did it – I’m kind of embarrassed that I had to impose this on myself in the first place. I did a “no buy March.” It’s nothing sanctioned by an official body. I just decided to try reducing my overall spending by purchasing nothing extra in the month of March. So I bought groceries, gas, and necessities (I’m not going without toilet paper) but no...

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After Combat, Writing the Horrific Stories of War

They say write what you know, so it makes sense that novelists’ lives would become templates for creating characters to populate their stories and that their hometowns would morph into settings. Sometimes an individual’s experience merely provides a blackboard onto which a story can be written. Authors such as Jhumpa Lahiri and Tim Gautreaux have woven their cultural heritage into their stories like rich silk. John Grisham and Jonathan Kellerman have mined knowledge from previous careers to create stacks of legal and psychological thrillers. Other times, a fictional story will rise out of an actual experience. Jon Pineda wrote a memoir, Sleep in Me, about an accident that left Pineda’s teenage sister debilitated and dying. Later, he wrote a novel,...

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15 Best Things To Do in Missoula, Montana

If you’re looking for a great place to visit, Missoula, Montana is an excellent spot to explore! There are plenty of things to do in this charming town, from hiking and fishing, to skiing and shopping. In this post, I’ll list the best things to do in Missoula. Whether you’re a local, or just passing through, be sure to check out these amazing attractions. I grew up a few hours away from Missoula, MT – in Billings. I visited many times as a kid and always loved the feel of this town. As an adult, I lived in Missoula for 3 years and enjoyed every minute of it.  With the river in the center of the old town, meandering bike-friendly paths,...

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