• Airbnb Stays in the Philippines

    Airbnb Stays in the Philippines

    Admittedly, I mainly use Airbnb when I don’t want to suffer through Manila traffic, but I have stayed at some unique stays outside of Manila too!

  • Airbnb Stays in Metro Manila

    Airbnb Stays in Metro Manila

    Most of my Airbnb stays in Manila are in Makati City (mainly in or near Legazpi Village, because I’m a big fan of the Legazpi Sunday Market and not a fan of waking up early to commute), but I have stayed at a couple of properties outside of Makati too. Here’s a continuation of my…

  • Airbnb Stays in Makati

    Airbnb Stays in Makati

    Airbnb is a popular alternative to hotels and hostels for travelers all over the world. Personally, I like staying in Airbnb properties, because it has a lot more character, and while it’s not as cushy as staying at a hotel, it does not cost as much. It’s a little more expensive than a hostel, but…

  • What’s in my bag?

    What’s in my bag?

    While this isn’t a sponsored or paid post, this post does have affiliate links. I earn a commission if you buy a product using those links. Over the years, my traveling style has changed. I’m no longer jetting off for the weekend, but traveling for longer — both in duration and in actual travel time.

  • Pasalubong shopping at Don Quijote

    Pasalubong shopping at Don Quijote

    [UPDATE 30 AUGUST 2022] Don Quijote has a new Discount Coupon! The Yokoso Coupon has been discontinued since March 31, 2022. The coupon is not valid anymore. If you’ve just started planning your first trip to Japan, open up Google Maps and search for the nearest Don Quijote store to your hotel. For the uninitiated,…

  • Watching Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in Melbourne

    Watching Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in Melbourne

    I love the Harry Potter series, and I am always looking forward to new and exciting things that author J.K. Rowling comes up with. As soon as it was announced that the 2-part play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is coming to Melbourne, I hurriedly signed up for the mailing list to be alerted…

  • Free discount coupons for Don Quijote in Japan

    Free discount coupons for Don Quijote in Japan

    2022 UPDATE: Don Quijote has a new discount coupon! The Yokoso Coupon has been discontinued since March 31, 2022. The coupon is not valid anymore. If you’re headed to Japan for the holidays (or anytime in the coming months), here are some FREE shopping coupons you can use at Don Quijote!

  • A Staycation at Seda Hotel Vertis North

    A Staycation at Seda Hotel Vertis North

    One of my favorite episodes in Miranda is “Holiday,” where, when goaded by her friends and family about not being cool and wild, impulsively declared that she’s going on a weekend getaway to Thailand. When she gets home though, instead of booking a flight, she booked a room at the hotel right around the corner.

  • What’s in my bag?

    What’s in my bag?

    In the ten years I’ve been traveling, I’ve gone through so many travel gears and accessories. There are some that other people have sworn by, but I find not quite fitting for me and my style of travel. I have items that I’ve had since I started, and continue to buy when it wears out.…

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