Category: Destination

  • It’s now easier to shop tax-free at Don Quijote!

    It’s now easier to shop tax-free at Don Quijote!

    With the removal of travel restrictions in Japan, the Japanese government has introduced the Visit Japan Web, a service for smooth arrival procedures at the airport. With this service, you can register your passport details for faster processing when you arrive in Japan. Note that from April 29, 2023, quarantine procedures are no longer in…

  • Use Gcash when you shop at Don Quijote in Japan!

    Use Gcash when you shop at Don Quijote in Japan!

    Heading to Japan soon? Load up your Gcash because you can now use your Gcash to pay when you shop at any Don Quijote stores in Japan! This is made possible with the Alipay+ payment system. Open your Gcash account, tap on the QR code icon and tap on Pay Abroad with Alipay+. You’ll be…

  • Don Quijote discount coupons are back!

    Don Quijote discount coupons are back!

    With Japan slowly reopening to foreign tourists, Don Quijote has introduced a new discount coupon.  Don Quijote offers an additional 5% off on top of the 10% tax-free when you shop as a tourist in their stores. This discount coupon can also be used at their sister stores, Apita and Piago. Similar to the previous…

  • Win prizes at the Don Quijote Booth at the PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2020!

    Win prizes at the Don Quijote Booth at the PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2020!

    The PTAA Travel Tour Expo is happening right now at the SMX Manila. This three-day expo is from February 7-9, 2020.

  • Airbnb Stays Overseas

    Airbnb Stays Overseas

    I first sign up for Airbnb almost 10 years ago, when I was still traveling frequently overseas. There’s not as many Airbnb properties in the Philippines yet, so we use Airbnb as an alternative to look for good accommodations that fit our hostel budgets, but doesn’t make us feel like we’re having a hostel experience…

  • 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…

  • 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,…