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Hi, I’m Lotoya!
I’ve visited 37 countries on 5 continents 👣
I figured out when I was pretty young that I would never truly be happy with a typical 9-5 and white picket fence.
At 22, I moved to Japan to teach English and since about 2013 I’ve worked remotely with stints as a digital nomad in Europe, Africa and South America.
I share my journey of building a life of freedom and escaping the ordinary in case you’re interested in doing the same (whatever that means to YOU) .
Booking an all-inclusive resort looks easy, but hidden red flags can turn your dream vacation into a nightmare. In this video, I’m sharing the 5 warning signs I look for before booking a resort - including one specific mistake I made that I absolutely regretted 🤦🏾♀️
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I started my Sisterlocks journey in 2014 with less than 3 inches of hair - stringy, relaxed ends and all! Twelve years later, the transformation is real. In this video, I’m taking you through every stage of my growth journey using photos from installation to today. We’ll talk about what to really expect during each phase.
Can you actually do 75 Hard as a busy mom? I’m 15 days into the challenge, and while it’s been messy, I’ve realized that willpower isn't enough - you need systems.
Planning your trip for FIFA 2026, or are you a flyer who needs quick access to downtown Toronto? This is your walkthrough of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), the most convenient gateway to the games and the city.
Struggling with dry locs? After 12 years on my Sisterlocks journey, I'm breaking down my complete moisturizing approach: my minimalist routine, the 4-ingredient DIY spray I make at home, my hot oil treatment for when my locs need repair and reset, and the nighttime steps that make it actually last.
Solo travel changed my life. I've been to 30+ countries alone - and every fear you have? I've lived through it. In this video, I'm taking down the twists on my locs while I break down the biggest fears holding women back from solo travel - and how I actually got over them.
![Just requires a lil patience 🥰 New Video out on YouTube: 12 Years of Sisterlocks Growth | Length Progress and Things To Expect [With Pictures]
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