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“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber

Weekly Photo Challenge: HABIT

This habit of mine never really started until I was in college. With the need to stay awake to cram studying at night, and another need to stay awake for … Continue reading

November 9, 2013 · 7 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: SEA

Perhaps one of the perks of living in an archipelago is being surrounded by beautiful, unspoiled beaches. I have been blessed to have visited some of the Philippines’ best beaches … Continue reading

September 1, 2013 · 8 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: FOCUS

A huge chunk of a genuine travel experience is the food that we eat during the journey. I must admit that I don’t bother bringing out the camera when the … Continue reading

August 24, 2013 · 9 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: ONE SHOT, TWO WAYS

Since I bought my camera, a lot of photo opportunities have come along my way. Being the beginner that I am, I usually have to take several photos to determine … Continue reading

August 10, 2013 · 13 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: FORESHADOW

Arriving early in Baler, we had a glimpse of the surfing adventure waiting for us. Here were the waves foreshadowing the fun we were about to have!  More on this … Continue reading

August 3, 2013 · 7 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: MASTERPIECE

Indeed, the most amazing pieces are created not by human beings, but one far greater than us. Nature’s beauty is something so wonderful, that we can’t even begin to analyze … Continue reading

July 28, 2013 · 11 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: THE GOLDEN HOUR

How can I ever forget the most amazing sunrise I’ve seen in my life? It was on the second day of our trek to Mt. Ugo in Benguet, when I … Continue reading

July 13, 2013 · 22 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: NOSTALGIC

Most train travels evoke a sense of nostalgia in everyone, including my friend Jo here. This photo was taken on our way to Bang Pa-In from Bangkok. Perhaps it’s the … Continue reading

July 6, 2013 · 16 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: COMPANIONABLE

I was losing hope of finding something to post for this week’s photo challenge when I came across this photo in my files. This was taken in the 798 Art … Continue reading

July 1, 2013 · 10 Comments

Bangkok Temples (Part 2)

This is the second portion of my post on Bangkok temples. If you missed the first part, please click here. Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace Entrance Fee: 500 … Continue reading

May 26, 2013 · 5 Comments

Bangkok Temples (Part 1)

Being the Thailand’s capital, Bangkok gets more than its fair share of magnificent temples.  I’ve gone to a lot of temples over the years, and I believe that this city … Continue reading

May 23, 2013 · 13 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: ESCAPE

Sometimes, escaping the chaos of the city can be a good thing. A weekend in the mountains can definitely be refreshing! This is my entry to this week’s photo challenge. … Continue reading

May 19, 2013 · 17 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: CULTURE

While I am not fully aware of the reasons why, I often find the lighting of the incense sticks deeply rooted in the Chinese tradition. This photo, taken in Ngong … Continue reading

April 27, 2013 · 37 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: UP

No matter how little these gigantic twin towers make me feel, they never fail to amaze me. They’re stunningly beautiful, especially at night. Too bad I didn’t have a good … Continue reading

April 19, 2013 · 26 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: COLOR

It was my first time to visit Chatuchak Market in Bangkok. From the variety of handicrafts to the array of clothing to various aroma of food sold along the streets, … Continue reading

April 6, 2013 · 13 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: FORWARD

I was out of shape when I climbed the Great Wall. I knew that you didn’t have to be perfectly fit, but somehow you need to a tiny bit of … Continue reading

February 23, 2013 · 30 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: HOME

In May 2012, we visited Taman Mini, a park in Jakarta where Indonesian culture is showcased. Houses all across the country are represented here, and the one below definitely caught … Continue reading

February 9, 2013 · 5 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: UNIQUE

My mom and some relatives and I headed out of the Metropolitan Museum of Art to grab some lunch. While we were resting at the steps, we noticed this unique … Continue reading

February 2, 2013 · 9 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: LOVE

January is flying by so fast. It’s almost love month! I wanted to put the Taj Mahal here, unfortunately I haven’t been to India yet so as to have the … Continue reading

January 26, 2013 · 6 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: BEYOND

One of the places I loved the most in Beijing was the park behind the Forbidden City, Jingshan Park. Climbing on its hill gave me the spectacular view of the … Continue reading

January 19, 2013 · 13 Comments