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TRAVELING CHIANG MAI, THAILAND ON A LONG WEEKEND WITH ₱25,000: BUDGET BREAKDOWN AND ITINERARY

Chiang Mai is the largest city in a mountainous region of Northern Thailand and the second major city of the country. Its Old City is still well preserved and home to numerous temples and pagodas including the ancient Wat Phra Singh built in 14th century. Unlike the capital Bangkok and the south Phuket where they… Continue reading TRAVELING CHIANG MAI, THAILAND ON A LONG WEEKEND WITH ₱25,000: BUDGET BREAKDOWN AND ITINERARY

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TRAVELING KAOHSIUNG, TAIWAN WITH PHP 15,000 BUDGET ON A LONG WEEKEND: EXPENSES PLUS ITINERARY

Kaohsiung, a coastal city that used to be small fishing village where multiple aborigines live. It showcases multicultural background of settlers with rich history and colorful art culture. The city thrived in the past decades to reach its status to be the biggest maritime industry in the country then progresses to be one of top… Continue reading TRAVELING KAOHSIUNG, TAIWAN WITH PHP 15,000 BUDGET ON A LONG WEEKEND: EXPENSES PLUS ITINERARY

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SIX REASONS WHY KAOSHIUNG, TAIWAN SHOULD BE YOUR NEXT LONG WEEKEND GETAWAY

Known as Taiwan’s Maritime Capital, Kaohsiung is the largest industrial center and a thriving international travel destination. As one of the main cities of Taiwan, it is home to the largest port, rich historic culture, nature and food trip suitable for those looking for a quick escape. With that being said here are some thoughts on… Continue reading SIX REASONS WHY KAOSHIUNG, TAIWAN SHOULD BE YOUR NEXT LONG WEEKEND GETAWAY

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Guide on Getting a Tattoo From Apo Whang-od, The Last Mambabatok

Batok ia a hand poke tattoo using pomelo or lemon thorn as a needle and mixed charcoal soot with water in a coconut shell as an ink. The ink is mixed with blood when hand poked against the skin which creates permanent ink on the body. For people from Kalinga this body art is more… Continue reading Guide on Getting a Tattoo From Apo Whang-od, The Last Mambabatok

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My Struggles as a Traveler during the Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown

Hooh! Where or how should I start? So, we have this pandemic that unimaginably shuts down the world. I never imagined this coming. I must admit I am one of those who took this virus lightly at first. Although I have been reading and asking my friends from the medical field about 2019 Novel Corona… Continue reading My Struggles as a Traveler during the Covid-19 Pandemic Lockdown

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HOW TRAVELING CAN’T MAKE ME KEEP A RELATIONSHIP: Confession of a Traveler

 “When are you getting yourself a partner?” asked by concern family members and friends of mine during get-together since I am away most of the time. They haven’t heard about me dating anyone nor see me post on social media being with someone so they are excited to know if I already brought home a… Continue reading HOW TRAVELING CAN’T MAKE ME KEEP A RELATIONSHIP: Confession of a Traveler

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LONG WEEKEND TRIP IN BRUNEI AND KOTA KINABALU: Free Things to Do plus Itinerary

I am currently working on my goal to travel all the countries in Southeast Asia. As I hit Brunei, the second to the last country of my Southeast Asia leg, I also included another country nearby. If you’ve been a follower and a long time reader of mine, you know that whenever I have a… Continue reading LONG WEEKEND TRIP IN BRUNEI AND KOTA KINABALU: Free Things to Do plus Itinerary