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May 23, 2020
3 min

A Day in Dubai

Dubai is popularly known for its luxury cars and skyscraper buildings. But there’s more to Dubai than that. I live in Dubai for more than 4 years now. Since I moved here, I spend most of my weekends exploring the city. Dubai is tourist friendly. Wherever you go you see English signs and tourist spots are mostly reachable by train. You can easily navigate the city on your own with ease. It is one of the safest and cleanest cities in the world. One of the things I love here is

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May 21, 2020
3 min

Switzerland

Traveling Solo in Switzerland

When you’re traveling solo, you are in control of your adventure. You have the freedom to do anything you want and go wherever you want. Although it has its advantages, it also has its disadvantages. You have no one to share the excitement. You have no one to share the amusement and fun. And most specially, you have no one to share the expenses. Switzerland is one of the expensive countries to travel alone. Even if I want to explore every corner of this country, my budget wou

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Jul 15, 2017
3 min

France

A day in Paris

When I planned my first solo trip in Europe, I spent most of my time researching about how to get around Paris on my own. It was overwhelming at first. I don’t know where to start. I was doubtful if I could really do it. Would it be possible for me to see a lot of places in 1 day? If you are reading this and in the same situation, I’m here to tell you that it’s possible… but challenging. Well most DIY’s are really challenging especially if you are going to do it alone. I know

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Oct 15, 2016
2 min

Armenia

Tatev Monastery in Armenia

Armenia is home to medieval monasteries. One of which includes the famous 9th-century Armenian Apostolic monastery located on a large basalt plateau near the Tatev village in Syunik Province in southeastern Armenia named Tatev Monastery (excerpt from Wikipedia). How to Get to Tatev Monastery? Coming from Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia, it took us 4 hours by private car to reach Halidzor where we rode the cable car/ aerial tramway popularly known as Wings of Tatev that t

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Sep 16, 2016
2 min

Armenia

Paragliding in Armenia

If flying is one of your dreams, then paragliding is the closest you can get. I think paragliding should be in everyone’s bucket-list. You don’t have to be a licensed flyer because these days there is what they called “tandem paragliding” which will allow anybody to experience paragliding. I admit I am one of those who chicken out from base jumping, bungee jumping and most especially sky diving. I hate jumping because I hate the feeling of falling. Well paragliding is differe

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Jun 27, 2016
2 min

Philippines

Chasing Sunsets in Philippines

As if the sky is showing off one last time before darkness totally blankets the horizon – that’s what sunsets are for me. Nothing caps off an adventure than witnessing a burst of colors raging across the sky telling you your trip is definitely worth it. For sunset lovers out there, I have compiled a list of my favorite sunsets which I considered are the best sunsets in the Philippines. A quick guide that would definitely help you choose your next travel destination and contin

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Apr 15, 2015
3 min

Philippines

Daytrip to Olango Island

When I was so hungry to go on a trip even for just a day to take a break from work, from stress, from the life in the city, I decided to take my escape to this small island. I don’t have any expectations. I just want to explore the island and see what it has to offer aside from bird watching which this island is known for. It seemed like there was something inside my head telling me that there is more to this island than just the migratory birds. And whoever or whatever it wa

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Mar 14, 2015
3 min

Philippines

Journey to Middle Earth

We traveled across Luzon to chase sunsets in Zambales and sunrises in Aurora. Being a girl didn’t stop us from committing on this trip. When we came across locals and told them that we were traveling on our own, they were amazed. How we made this trip possible? We packed our selves a bag of courage. How we got there. From Clark airport, we took the jeepney going to Dau terminal. Paid 50php each. From Dau terminal, we hopped on a bus going to Olongapo and paid 140php each. In

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Feb 15, 2015
4 min

Japan

A Day in Yokohama

To tell you honestly, Yokohama was not really on the list of my must-visit places in Japan. Maybe because I don’t know anything about it, or I just forgotten about it (hehe). Thankfully, my other officemates went there ahead and told us how beautiful the place was. Then I recalled somebody who I’ve been following on Instagram who lives in Japan. He posted photos of beautiful structures and places which I really admire. And guess where most of it was taken? Yokohama!! I was re

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Nov 29, 2014
4 min

Hong Kong

Ngong Ping 360

Usually when you arrive at the airport during a vacation, the first thing you do is pick-up your bags and go straight to your hotel. But upon arrival in Hong Kong International Airport, we immediately went to the first item on our itinerary which is the Ngong Ping Village. You may wonder why the rush, it is because Ngong Ping Village located in Lantau Island is just right next to the island of Chek Lap Kok where the airport is. Instead of traveling miles from Kowloon (which i

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Nov 23, 2014
6 min

Philippines

Surf’s Up in Siargao!

Whenever I tell people I’m from Surigao, I always get asked if I have ever surfed in Siargao. I feel bad every time I answer that question, I hate giving them a “NO” for an answer. So I always look forward to the day when I’ll be able to visit and surf in Siargao. …and now from here onwards, I can proudly answer them with a big “YES”. I only heard/read stories, saw pictures, and watched videos of Siargao and I’ve been a fan of the place ever since. I thought that it’s just th

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Sep 27, 2014
5 min

Japan

The World Down Under | Tokyo Disney Sea

One of the attractions I never want to miss whenever I travel is the amusement park. Maybe because I didn’t grow up in a place where they are built, or I just love the thrill, excitement and the happiness I felt whenever I enter one. It may be best suited for kids, but I still believe you are never too old to have fun. Not a long while ago this year, I went on a business trip with my officemates in Tokyo, Japan. Since we were there for almost 3 months, I thought we might as w

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Sep 26, 2014
6 min

Philippines

Akkaw Baler!

As I read my travel bucket list note, I noticed Baler wasn’t on the list. Maybe because the pictures I see on the internet doesn’t appeal that much to me. I also don’t have close friends who have been to Baler to tell me what it is like in Baler. So this trip was like a lets-just-see-what-this-place-has-to-offer trip. I did not make an itinerary. I was too lazy. For this trip, I don’t want to stress myself. I’m tired of getting disappointed. I don’t want to expect anymore. I

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Sep 26, 2014
6 min

Philippines

Chasing Fogs, Strawberries and Pines

Things don’t always happen the way we want it to happen. Some may turn out challenging, exciting, disappointing or discouraging. But we sometimes have to learn to sway with it. Follow its rhythm. Move where it moves and you’ll be surprised to find yourself in the most memorable situation you could ever imagine. Traveling has taught me a lot about life. About not giving up easily. About learning to accept every situation and enjoy it. This trip has been well considered just li

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Over the Mountain and Under the Sea of Apo Island

May 31, 2014
3 min

Philippines

Over the Mountain and Under the Sea of Apo Island

Having the best of both worlds. Living with the sound of the waves and smell of salt in the air. And living with the sound of leaves crashing to the branches of trees and the smell of fresh wild air. All of these you will experience in Apo Island. With just a short walk, you will witness a different scenery. I was only looking forward to the sea turtles which this island is known for. But it has a lot more interesting things waiting to be discovered. Be enchanted by its beaut

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Apr 18, 2014
5 min

Indulging in Japanese Cuisine

“Don’t deny yourself of what you deserve.” From the moment I came across with this quote, the first thing that popped into my head was food! Often times, I forbid myself of having even the littlest food that I wanted. But I realized that life’s too short to deprive ourselves from this happiness. I have the privilege to taste the food I never thought I would love forever. Earlier this year, my officemates and I went on a business trip to Japan. I was really looking forward to

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Apr 17, 2014
2 min

Philippines

Surfing in Pagudpud

We ended our Ilocos Norte tour in Pagudpud where we spent the night. If you look at the Philippine map, Pagudpud is located at the very tip of Luzon. The beach was hidden behind the hills with houses built below it. We went there on the last week of November. It was cold, rainy and windy. We stayed in Kapuluan Vista Resort. It is far from the white sand beach, far from the restaurants, far from the crowd. We would have fully enjoyed the place if not only for the cold weather

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A taste of Happiness in Hua Hin and Bangkok

Mar 17, 2014
4 min

Thailand

A taste of Happiness in Hua Hin and Bangkok

We were left with 2 more days on our trip in Thailand. We already had enough experiences with temples. Now we want to take a different experience so we traveled down south to Hua Hin for the beach, the floating market and the ELEPHANTS!!! As a usual routine, we woke up early. We took the minibus (van) at Victory Monument bound for Hua Hin that leaves at 9:20am. Going to Hua Hin takes 3 hours and costs us 170 THB each. The last stop of the minibus is at the clock tower and the

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Exploring the Ancient World of Ayutthaya

Mar 11, 2014
2 min

Thailand

Exploring the Ancient World of Ayutthaya

Ancient temples make me feel like I’m in another world, in another time, like I’m in a fantasy movie. When I was standing right in front of it, it looks like it was just a big picture. But when I touched it, felt it – I knew it was real. On our second day, we traveled to the old ancient capital city of Thailand – Ayutthaya. We took the 3rd class train that leaves at 9:25 am. The fare was pretty cheap (15 THB) but it took 2 hours to reach Ayutthaya. For only a day tour in Ayu

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Mar 8, 2014
5 min

Thailand

True Melting Pot – Thailand

We have smoothly blended in a place with a diverse culture, belief and way of life that is weaved into a beautiful masterpiece that is Thailand. It’s the first international flight for some of the guys on our group while others have past experiences travelling abroad but there’s one thing in common – this time, we’re travelling to a country that has a different time zone(GMT +7). It’s like we traveled back in time (even if it’s just an hour :)). Travelling in a country that h

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