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As a British, Pakistani, Muslim, woman living in Istanbul, I like to write about my travels and adventures as an expat. Unapologetically melanin infused me.

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    The fear of going solo

    ‘’Go on holiday alone. Oh goodness!! Why would I ever do that?’’ These are the sentiments that I have exacted for years. The mere idea of traveling… Read more “The fear of going solo”

    July 12, 2018 by colour my passport

    Colour my London-Brick lane- What to see and do.

    As I turned the corner into Brick Lane on one of the hottest days in London since 1976. I slowly took in the sights, smells and randomness… Read more “Colour my London-Brick lane- What to see and do.”

    July 5, 2018July 5, 2018 by colour my passport

    Getting out of London day trips – Wisely Gardens

    London has and always will be an extremly  popular tourist destination for overseas visitors with over 19 Million visitors enjoying a trip to the big city every… Read more “Getting out of London day trips – Wisely Gardens”

    June 16, 2018June 16, 2018 by colour my passport

    Flying home for ……….Eid

    I’ve lived in Turkey now for over 5 years and one of the hardest struggles that I have faced is being away from family and friends. On… Read more “Flying home for ……….Eid”

    June 14, 2018June 14, 2018 by colour my passport

    Amsterdam on a budget

    Amsterdam is a beautiful historical city. Crammed full of art, culture and quirky architecture.  Amsterdam truly has something for everyone., Whether you are visiting to sample the… Read more “Amsterdam on a budget”

    June 9, 2018June 9, 2018 by colour my passport

    No, I can’t drink water.

    What you are about to read is a post from the heart. When writing this article I literally let the words pour out of my soul. I… Read more “No, I can’t drink water.”

    June 2, 2018June 5, 2018 by colour my passport

    Adventures in Goreme.

        When most people think of making a trip to visit Cappadocia the main item on their bucket list, is to take a breathtaking balloon ride… Read more “Adventures in Goreme.”

    May 17, 2018June 5, 2018 by colour my passport

    10 quotes from women of colour that will inspire you.

    Choosing to move countries and deciding to travel more, had to have been an inspired decision. Even starting this blog took a lot of inspiration. For me… Read more “10 quotes from women of colour that will inspire you.”

    May 9, 2018May 10, 2018 by colour my passport

    The infamous Cappadocian balloon rides.

    It’s worked out that perfectly that the first travel related post that I get to write about on my blog, is in regards to my host country… Read more “The infamous Cappadocian balloon rides.”

    May 8, 2018May 10, 2018 by colour my passport

    The opening chapter.

    Late one evening I typed the words ‘Muslim female travel blogs’ into Google and read through the results. It didn’t even take me until the end of… Read more “The opening chapter.”

    May 1, 2018 by colour my passport

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