My Travel Journey
Belfast, Northern Ireland Trip- Part 3
Day Tour Day Day 3 of our trip to Belfast is set for a day tour. During the planning stage of this trip, we were considering booking accommodation away from the city center so we can experience real life in the countryside in Northern Ireland. However, after a few...
Belfast, Northern Ireland Travel Blog Day 2- Post #2
Day 2 in Belfast Divis & Black mountain Trek- Canceled! Our second day started as a failure because we wanted to do the trek first thing in the morning. The transportation we thought would take us to the mountain didn't arrive. Plus, the weather didn't cooperate...
Belfast, Northern Ireland Travel Blog- Post #1
This is our travel blog to Belfast in Northern Ireland. Finally, I am able to write a travel blog again, yey! I have been failing for my previous travels as I have been busy with work and personal stuff. Also, the fact my phone with all my photos was stolen on the...
Camden Market in London
One of the many must-visit places in London is Camden town where one of the largest markets is situated. If you are one of those who enjoy trying out different kinds of food while in a new place, then Camden market should be on your list to visit while in London....
Norwich, England Day Trip
Quick Explanation I'm excited to share about this trip which took place months ago because it seems so long now since I posted a travel blog. With everything that had happened in the past month, finding that inspiration to post on my blog again was a bit of a...
Day Trip to Cambridge, UK with Friends
A Day in Cambridge Our day started with a train ride to Cambridge which took an hour from the town. Some of our friends who we were meeting in Cambridge were coming from London as we wanted to go with more people. The more people we go to exploring a new place, the...
London Weekend Getaway- Filipino Nurse in the UK
I would have only dreamed in the past that I will be able to say something like visiting London for a weekend. It seemed impossible before. Yet here I am writing a post about it. Naks! After taking our OSCE exam, the last hurdle for international nurses to be RN's in...
UPDATE: A Dream Come True, I AM IN THE UK!
UPDATE This is only a very quick update post about me. As you may have already read from the title, I am in the UK! It is a dream come true for me. I haven’t talked about it much in my blog while planning and processing for it because a small part of my brain that...
Lambug White Sand Beach in Badian, Cebu
After months of being cooped up at home, I and my family had decided to go on a weekend trip and stay overnight at Lambug Beach in Badian, Cebu. I think the idea came up mainly from boredom. We had obediently stayed at home, did the same routine every day- sleep,...
Moalboal, Cebu- First Escape to the Beach in Months!
First Beach Escape: Moalboal After my quarantine and making sure that I didn't have the virus, my family and I planned on a one-day trip to a beach in Moalboal, Cebu. Because Cebu City is under a strict lockdown again at that time due to increasing cases, we avoided...
LSI Travel Document Requirements from Manila to Cebu
From my previous post, I wrote about my flight from General Santos City to Manila, how the experience was especially during a pandemic. Also, I shared about the requirements I had to comply with before the flight. In this post, on the other hand, I will share my...
AMGUO B’laan Wellness Village, Landan, South Cotabato
This is a short post about our visit to AMGUO B’laan Village in South Cotabato pre-COVID. AMGUO village started gaining popularity since the beginning of this year. Because of that, more and more were coming to visit the village. Then, stopped because of COVID. B’laan...
Isla Jardin del Mar Beach Resort, Sarangani
I was debating if I should write about an update post or something else. Then, I was looking through my phone and I realized I still have a few trips pre-COVID that are worth sharing. This is one of them, our trip to Isla Jardin Beach Resort. Sarangani Province This...
Sumilon Island, Oslob, Cebu- A Travel Post with the Family
Here’s a post of my trip to Sumilon Island in Oslob, Cebu. This trip is special to me because I was with my family. It is not very often that we make trips together since I was away for years before. After returning to the Philippines, one of my goals is to be able to...
The New Boracay Travel Post- Is it Still Worth a Visit?
I am backtracking all my trips this year that I haven’t posted yet. Starting from my vacation to Boracay, Aklan after it was reopened in 2018. Boracay Boracay island is what the Philippines is most likely known for. It is this perfect, majestic, and beautiful island...
Malapascua Island in Cebu, Philippines: My First Scuba Diving Experience
This is a post of my trip to Malapascua Island, Cebu. Malapascua is one of the top tourist island destinations in Cebu. It is most popularly known for scuba diving especially to see the thresher sharks. Colleagues I talked to while working in Thailand have positive...
Mati, Davao Oriental- A Female Solo Traveling
Hello! This is a late post, I apologize. I have been busy with life which I am sure you all are too. Anyway, I would like to share my Mati travel experience with everybody, especially for female solo travelers. Mindanao is a part of the country not openly explored for...
Overnight at Belimac Sumbang Point Beach Resort in Glan, Sarangani
Hello, readers! I am back! Did you miss me? Hopefully, some of you will say yes. =) I apologize for not posting anything for a while. I blame it to the holiday season which if you are in the Philippines, you would understand how people get busy from endless gatherings...
Mariano’s Blooming Agri-Tourism Park: Sunflower Garden in Tupi, South Cotabato
Today's post is about my visit to yet another tourist destination in South Cotabato specifically in Tupi, the Sunflower Blooming Park. Tupi is a municipality in Soccsksargen Region, close to my hometown, Polomolok. Sunflowers Garden If you live within South Cotabato...
Kalon Barak Skyline Ridge, Sarangani Province- A Short Visit
Hey, friends! This is going to be a short post of my recent trip to Kalon Barak Skyline Ridge. It is one of the many top destinations to visit in southern Mindanao aside from the popular Sanchez Peak and Leyson Park. Kalon Barak is located in Malungon, Sarangani...
Sanchez Peak, General Santos: Easy Trek & One Night Camping
Welcome to another hiking adventure- Sanchez Peak! These past months since I’ve been back home, I have been hiking, trekking, mountaineering, whatever you may want to call it. I started with Lake Holon, then Mt. Matutum, which was the hardest of all for me so far and...
Leyson Park, Nopol Hill Weekend Trek (Mindanao Mountaineering Federation Meeting)
Just very recently, I was invited by a good childhood friend of mine to a fun hike to Nopol Hill. Specifically, it’s called the Leyson Park which is becoming more and more popular for hikers because of its view of the city lights at night. Before this trip, I have...
Mt. Matutum (Keumang Trail) : My First “Real” Mountaineering Experience
Hey, Mt. Matutum Don’t get me wrong, hiking to Lake Holon may also be considered a mountaineering activity. However, climbing up Mt. Matutum is three or four times harder and more challenging for me. And I will tell you why in this post. =) After trekking Kule and...
Lake Holon, T’boli Overnight Camping Trip
Finally a travel post, to Lake Holon. If you have been waiting for a travel post, here it is. I had been busy since I'm back home, adjusting to life in the Philippines. I have also been working straight for the past couple of months that I was craving for some...
Ratchaprapa Dam and Cheow Larn Lake, Khao Sok: Overnight Lake Tour
Hello, all! In this next portion of our Khao Sok adventure, I will share about our second day in the park specifically our overnight stay at Ratchaprapa Dam. As I mentioned in my previous post, this tour is actually the reason why I wanted to visit the park in the...
Khao Sok National Park Trip From Bangkok
Welcome back to another travel post! This time to Khao Sok National Park. Khao Sok National Park is situated in Southern Thailand and is a nature reserve containing jungles with wild animals. It is also where the man-made Cheow Lan Lake is located. The...
Koh Tao Series: Total Expenses, Where To Stay & What To Do
Hey, everyone! In this post, I will talk about our total expenses, resort where we stayed in Koh Tao and other activities we did while on the island. If you haven't read my previous articles about Koh Tao yet, the links are below. Koh Tao Series: The Cheapest Way to...
Koh Tao Series: Full Day Island Tour & Koh Nang Yuan
Welcome back to my Koh Tao Series! In my previous post, I explained how we managed to reach Koh Tao from Bangkok the cheapest way. We rode a night bus at Khao San Road, then followed by a boat ride to the island. Overall, it took us approximately 12 hours...
Koh Tao Series: The Cheapest Way to Get To Ko Tao From Bangkok
Welcome to my Ko Tao series! On this first post, I will be sharing the most affordable way of traveling from Bangkok to Ko Tao. In my previous island journey to Koh Phangan, we almost visited Ko Tao because it’s only a few minutes boat ride away. However,...
Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan, Thailand: What to Expect
Full moon PartyThe fun, crazy, and wild full moon party is what Koh Phangan is known for. It’s also what inspired me to visit the island in the first place. I’ve been to beach parties before but this one, in my opinion, is the best. I think what makes it so special...
Koh Phangan: White Sand Beaches & How We Spent Our Week on the Island
Koh Phangan is an island situated in the Southeast region of Thailand. It’s one of the most visited island destinations in the country, after Koh Samui and Koh Tao. In order to get to this place, you must take a ferry from either its nearby islands or the mainland...
Koh Phangan: How to Get to Thong Sala Pier (Koh Phangan) from Bangkok
Hola! If you have been following my travel adventures, you will notice that the majority of places I’ve traveled in Thailand are islands. Thailand is known for its beautiful beaches with white sand and clear blue water. In fact, my favorite destinations in the country...
Chiang Mai: Old City, Night Market/Night Life & Cheap Place to Eat
Hi, everyone! This is our last hurray in Chiang Mai and if you've reached this part, then, you must have read my previous posts as well. So, thank you! However, for those who weren't able to follow my Chiang Mai travel series yet, here are the links below for you. 1....
Chiang Mai Itinerary Day 4: ThaiSilk Village, Royal Park & Zoo (Panda)
Welcome to Day 4 in our Chiang Mai adventure! Our day 1, 2 and 3 in Chiang Mai were full of wonderful memories filled with exploration and new experiences. To say the least, I think we already covered the top tourist destinations around the city. So, on our fourth...
We Were Scammed in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Any unexciting circumstance that usually comes out with traveling is when taken advantaged or being a victim of a scam. It’s inevitable, regardless of how careful or organized you planned your trip, this ill-doing exist. This post will explain how we were scammed...
Chiang Mai Holiday Trip Day 3: Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden & Jungle Coaster
Kon'nichiwa! (Hello in Japanese) This post is all about our third day in Chiang Mai. If you haven’t read my previous posts in the series yet, you can read Day 1 and Day 2 here. To recap, we saw some beautiful and interesting temples, went to the highest spot in...
Chiang Mai Holiday Trip Day 2: Doi Inthanon National Park & Cherry Blossoms
Welcome back to my Chiang Mai Trip series! Previously, I wrote about the temples we’ve visited on our first day in Chiang Mai. On our second day, we wanted to see the famous pagodas on top of the mountain that everyone keeps talking about. All the people I talked to...
Chiang Mai Holiday Trip Day 1: Temples You Shouldn’t Miss
Happy New Year! Chiang Mai Chiang Mai is a famous province in the northern part of Thailand. It is one of the most visited destinations in the country besides Bangkok and Phuket. Locals and foreigners alike travel to the north especially during the months of...
Chatuchak Weekend Market, the Biggest Outdoor Market in Bangkok
Sawadee ka, guys! Just this week, my best friend flew to Bangkok to see me and explore the city. On her itinerary is the Chatuchak Market which I haven't visited yet ever since living in Thailand. So with my camera, we took some photos I hope to share with you...
Loi Krathong Festival Experience in Bangkok, Thailand
Loi Krathong is a festival celebrated annually throughout Thailand. It is held on the night of the 12th lunar month which is usually in November after the end of the rainy season. “Loi” means to float and “Krathong” is an arrangement or a bundle of flowers with candle...
A Long Weekend Getaway to Koh Mak and Koh Kham
Koh Mak is an island located in the Eastern part of Thailand. It is the third largest island in Trat province, after Koh Chang and Koh Kood. Just this year, I’ve visited the islands of Koh Kood and Koh Chang which truthfully were incredible island trips for me....
Top 12 Tourist Attractions in Brunei
Brunei is the last ASEAN country on my list before I can proudly say that I've been to all of them. To say the least, I was looking forward to this trip because of that. I worked hard and saved enough so I can slowly tick them off one by one. So, yeah! I visited...
Proboscis Monkey, Mangrove & Water Village Independent Tour in Brunei
Proboscis Monkey Proboscis monkey, a reddish-brown colored monkey with a long and large nose, is endemic in the southeast Asian islands. It’s a unique and an interesting creature I wanted to see while in Brunei. There wasn’t a lot of information online about how to...
An Ulu Temburong National Park Day Tour Experience
Hi, all!It was our last full day in Brunei and we already visited almost all of the tourist spots there is from the previous days. Compared to the other countries I’ve been, Brunei has fewer known tourist destinations. As per recommendations from other bloggers...
The Train Night Market Ratchada (Talat Rot Fai), Food & Souvenir Shopping in Bangkok
The night train market or in Thai, Talat Rotfai, is a popular night market in Bangkok besides Chatuchak Market. Various stalls are lined up selling fashion clothes, souvenirs, shoes/sandals, bags and more. Located in the central part of Bangkok, options of...
Expectation vs Reality of Tanah Lot Temple & An Earthquake Happened!
We are back to the good-times post! Day 5 in Bali was a little sad for us because it was our last day but we were able to visit a few more tourist spots by accident. We only planned on hanging out to a famous bar called Potato Head but ended up visiting other spots....
First-time Surfing in Kuta Beach, Bali
Bali is a perfect destination for surfing. With its varying waves, surfers of all levels are welcome to enjoy the ride. Being first-time surfers that we are, we needed to learn how it's done first. There are options to do that in Bali. Mostly, beginners are...
Bali Beaches & A Monkey Stole a Phone at Uluwatu Temple
Welcome, guys! This is a run-down of our third day in Bali. You can also read Day 1 and Day 2 if you haven't read it yet. We started the day by visiting the popular beaches and ended up having dinner at the seaside of Seminyak beach. Dreamland Beach Dreamland is on...
Day 2 in Bali: Tirta Empul Temple & Rattan Bags Everywhere!
Welcome back to my blog! This is about our day 2 in Bali. We rented the same car with the same driver as on our first day. I told you guys, we liked our driver. He was energetic with lots of stories to share. By talking with him, we learned tons about Bali and its...
A Fun Filled Week in Bali, Indonesia: Day 1
Bali is a popular island destination in Indonesia. It is known for religious temples, beaches perfect for surfing and cool relaxing spots for meditation and retreats. I have always imagined myself traveling in Bali. My inspiration to go to Bali came after watching...
Popular Tourist Destinations in Thailand
Thailand is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. According to Thailand's tourist statistics, the first quarter of 2017 saw the arrival of 9,194,057 tourists, which was a modest increase of 1.72% compared to the previous year with 9,038,893 arrivals....
Art in Paradise: The First Art 3D Museum in Bangkok
Have you ever been to a 3D Art Museum? If not yet, Art in Paradise will surprise you with its creative and spectacular illusional arts. Art in Paradise is known to be the first art 3D museum in Bangkok. If you are residing in Thailand or visiting Bangkok for the first...
Night Out in Khao San Road, Bangkok
One of the must-see sites for tourists visiting Bangkok is Khao San Road. It is known to be the backpacking district in Southeast Asia. It's packed with restaurants, pubs, shops, and varying accommodations. It is also known for wild parties and memorable experiences...
A Long Weekend Getaway in Koh Chang
Sawadee Ka! ( "Hello" in Thai ) I want to share with you guys my recent long weekend Holiday in Koh Chang. Koh Chang has been on my islands bucket list in Thailand for a few years now so I was feeling excited during this whole trip. Koh Chang is one of the...
5-Day Itinerary in Kaohsiung, Taiwan Part 3 (Cijin Island, Martyr Shrine, Art Centre)
If you haven't read Part 1 (Day 1 & 2: Lotus Pond and Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum) and Part 2 (Day 3: Moon Park and Dream Mall) of my 5-Day Itinerary in Kaohsiung, please do so before reading this last post. Day 3 In the morning, we found an affordable...
5-Day Itinerary in Kaohsiung, Taiwan Part 2 (Moon World, Dream Mall)
If you haven't read the Part 1 of my 5-Day Itinerary to Kaohsiung yet, you can click here. Day 3 We welcomed Day 3 in Kaohsiung with a light brunch. We ate in a cafe near our hotel called T-Tea. A tomato egg sandwich and tea combo for only 60 NTD (63 THB, 106...
5-Day Itinerary in Kaohsiung, Taiwan Part 1 (Lotus Pond, Fo Guang Shan Buddha)
Taiwan has always been on my Top 10 List of Countries that I want to travel since I was in Highschool. This desire was inspired by the original F4 in Meteor Garden especially San Chai and Dao Ming Si. ( I know you know them. Ha!) They were part of my fun high school...
Are you Ready for Songkran Festival 2018?
Songkran is the traditional New Year in Thailand. It is celebrated on the 13th of April every year. It is commonly known as the “ Water Splashing Festival” to foreigners. The ways of celebration differ from every region of the country. It's a long-week festival...
Exploring the Pristine Island of Koh Kood, Thailand
For the four years that I have lived in Thailand had I never heard of Koh Kood Island. It won't be on the top 3 popular islands when searching for beaches in Thailand. There are plenty of famous islands such as the Islands in Phuket, Koh Samui, Koh Tao, and many...
Camping at Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is the largest city in the North of Thailand. It is the capital of Chiang Mai Province and one of the most visited cities in Thailand. If a crowded and noisy city doesn't interest you at all and you'd rather be in a relaxed city surrounded by nature, Chiang...
Why I didn’t Enjoy my Trip in Koh Samui?
I wanted to avoid posting trips that I may label as my little "disappointed trips" because writing it down here will make it permanent. Visiting a new place is a unique experience to me that I am always grateful for. But I also want to be honest with myself and to...
Where To Go When Visiting Chiang Rai, North of Thailand
Hola!Chiang Rai is a city in the north of Thailand. Tourists mostly overlook this city to Chiang Mai though it has a relaxed and accommodating feel. A visit to Chiang Rai is a must when planning a trip to the North of Thailand.Accommodation varies from the cheapest...
One Day Adventure to Golden Rock (Kyaiktiyo Pagoda)
I didn’t know about the Golden Rock prior to our trip to Myanmar. We had five days in Yangon but we only planned to go around the city. We don't want to rush from place to place like we used to do. Instead, we want to get the feel of a place and enjoy everywhere we...
Myanmar: Top 11 Things to Do while in Yangon
Welcome!Just this month, we were privileged to travel to Yangon, Myanmar. I actually booked in 2015 and everything was planned out. Unfortunately, we didn’t push through because of some conflict in my job.This year, I really wanted to make that plan reality. So, this...
How to Make Your Weekend Getaway to Koh Samet Enjoyable
Koh SametKoh Samet is one of the eastern islands of Thailand. It is in the Gulf of Thailand of the province of Rayong. It is the most common weekend getaway for the locals and the foreign visitors as it will only take 3- 4 hours’ journey by land and sea to get to the...
Krabi, One of the Best Tourist Destinations in Thailand
Krabi is a Thailand Province on the southern west coast region. It is now becoming a popular tourist destination because of its awesome beaches and leisure activities that everyone can enjoy. Activities that you can do include island-hopping, snorkeling, rock...
Application of Non B Visa in Vientiane, Laos
This is a continuation of my visa and work permit series while working in Thailand. If you haven't read my previous posts, I was laid off from my previous school. Luckily, after a few months, I found a new job. This change of job also entails new requirements and...
Unraveling Phuket, Thailand and its Breathtaking Beaches
Phuket is one of the southern provinces of Thailand. It is consists of Phuket and another 32 smaller islands off its coast. The quickest option to get to Phuket from Bangkok is to book a flight but it can be costly. If you like a cheaper option, you can take a train...
A Special Travel Journey in Singapore with my Sister
This trip to Singapore was special to me because it was the first time that my sister and I traveled internationally. When we were in college, we always hang out together, we invited each other for trips to the beach or to friends’ parties or events. We always stick...
Discovering Siem Reap, Cambodia as a Budget Traveler
Siem Reap is in the Northwestern part of Cambodia. It is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor including the famous Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Growing up learning Asian History in school, the Angkor Wat was always mentioned with great importance. That...
6 Reasons Why Hanoi is One of my Favorite Places to Travel
"Have you been to Vietnam yet?" Most often, when I asked a group of people this question, they would answer me "No". Vietnam is not a very popular tourist destination as they believed that Hongkong, Malaysia, Korea and Japan are a more enticing country to visit. You...
12 Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is known for the Petronas Towers or also known as Petronas Twin Towers which was ranked as the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004. These buildings are the landmark of Kuala Lumpur. But there is more than just the Twin Towers in KL. Here are...
Traveling to Hongkong and Macau with a Budget of less than 15,000 Baht for 7 days
This is a travel journal of our trip to Hongkong and Macau in March 2017. Before this idea came into place, I knew that these countries are no cheap countries to visit too. Therefore, we planned ahead in terms of our budget and we saved a little bit more for this trip...
How to Spend a Weekend in Jomtien, Thailand
Do enjoy spending time at the beach? If so, you will surely appreciate the beaches in Thailand such as in Jomtien. Jomtien or Jomtien beach is a town on the east coast of Thailand. It is only 3 kilometers south of Pattaya. It only took us about 2 hours to arrive in...
A Relaxing Weekend Spent in the Magical Khao Yai, Thailand
Khao Yai is located in the central part of Thailand. Traveling from Bangkok to Khao Yai will take about 2 hours depending on the traffic within the city. Khao Yai is known for its beautiful sceneries of nature; green tall trees, fresh cool air and a calm and relaxing...