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Hi, I'm Lu
I quit my job, packed my backpack and travelled through Asia, and Lu Explores was born.
I created Lu Explores to share the things I wish I'd known before I went: realistic budgets, practical travel advice, honest experiences and itineraries that make planning your next adventure easier.
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