First Time in San Francisco
I left my heart in San Francisco…well, at least a portion of it. The City by the Bay is perhaps one of my favorite places in the US. After spending a … Continue reading
We meet again, United States!
It’s strange somehow to realize how things turn out the way they are. Almost a year ago, when I tendered my resignation, I never knew where exactly to go. I … Continue reading
24 Hours in Seoul
With my airline having its base of operations in South Korea, I had to make a stopover in Incheon for a rather lengthy journey. I could either stay for 12 or 24 … Continue reading
D.I.Y. Japan: Itinerary and Expenses (Kansai-Hiroshima)
Our trip to Japan was shamefully short, but it was one of the best trips I ever had in my life. Here was where the journey was so much more … Continue reading
Kyoto: Sakura, Ginkaku-ji and Path of Philosophy
It was time to say goodbye. As much as I would’ve wanted to stay, all trips have an end. Sadly, the end came too soon. Yet the end was wonderful. … Continue reading
Osaka: Umeda Sky Building and Dotonbori
Though we were based in Osaka, and in Umeda at that, we never really got to explore this city until the day before we left. Our base in Umeda proved … Continue reading
Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha
Of all the places we would be visiting in Kyoto, I was excited for Fushimi Inari Taisha the most. This is a Shinto shrine consisting of thousands of orange torii … Continue reading
Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera and Southern Higashiyama
Following our morning and early afternoon spent in the northern and central parts of the city, it was time for Southern Higashiyama. From Nijo Castle, we took the bus traversing … Continue reading
Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji and Nijo Castle
After spending our first (tiring) day in western Japan, we decided to spend our second day closer to home. It was time for Kyoto. Kyoto was actually our main reason … Continue reading
Himeji, Hiroshima and Miyajima in One Day
Japan gave us a cold welcome, literally. While the temperature soared during the first half of March, it suddenly dropped by the time we arrived. Yet, our short stay made … Continue reading
Japan is amazing!
It has been barely a week since I got back from this wonderful country, but I cannot help think about the next time I’ll visit. Truth be told, I was … Continue reading
Las Piñas Pride: The Bamboo Organ
One fateful Sunday, I found myself in Las Piñas City, a rare circumstance even though the city lies within Metro Manila. A personal errand brought me here, and I decided … Continue reading
One Perfect Day in Tagaytay
Tagaytay. A favorite weekend getaway for Metro Manila residents. A day trip for tourists tired of polluted Metro Manila. Over the years, Tagaytay has progressed from being this rustic town … Continue reading
Not Your Typical Baguio: What to Do in 24 Hours
Having been to Baguio in the past, I wasn’t too keen on visiting the usual tourist spots. The itinerary below isn’t great for first-time visitors, yet it’s a good one-day … Continue reading
Tummy Travel: A Day in Binondo
Tired of the Filipino dishes cooked at home, my family and I decided to have lunch one day in Chinatown. We have no known Chinese blood running through our veins, … Continue reading
Hello 2015!
A new year has begun. A month is almost over. 2015 is flying so fast — there’s no denying it. Manila was preoccupied with the Pope’s visit a few weeks … Continue reading
D.I.Y. Sagada: Itinerary and Expenses
About ten years ago, I first set foot on the distant town of Sagada. It was just a day trip from Banaue then, an out-of-the-blue decision that turned out to … Continue reading
Finding Our Way to Echo Valley
The rather disappointing sunrise at Kiltepan Peak led us to search for more spectacular views that Sagada could offer. Again, our group decided to split up — one went to … Continue reading
Climbing Mt. Ampacao
A butt-busting ten hour bus ride and another 2.5-hour jeepney ride were enough to exhaust our bodies, but these could never tire our spirits. We were, after all, in Sagada. … Continue reading
One Perfect Day in Vigan
Whether you’re a cultural junkie or a history buff, you’d probably be interested in visiting the capital city of Vigan. If ever you find yourself in the capital of Ilocos … Continue reading
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