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This is a detailed MATSUMOTO ITINERARY + MATSUMOTO TRAVEL GUIDE blog with sample budget, things to do in Matsumoto, Matsumoto side trips, and where to stay in Matsumoto.  It’s time to put Matsumoto on your Japan trip radar. This clean and orderly city at the heart of Japan rarely disappoints regardless  of its mood.  In […]

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Growing up in a tropical island, I never really had the chance to try skiing or snowboarding. It’s one of the sports that I’ve always wanted to try. So, when I had the chance to visit northern Japan this year for winter, I’ve included that on my things to do. Thankfully, I got an invite […]

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This is a detailed SAPPORO TRAVEL GUIDE blog with sample SAPPORO ITINERARY and budget, top things to do, budget hotels, Sapporo travel tips, etc. Sapporo is an urbanite’s dream. It’s finger is on the pulse, constantly embracing new developments, but somehow, it doesn’t feel confusing or intimidating unlike other megalopolis.  When Sapporo hosted the Winter […]

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This is a detailed Yogyakarta Travel Guide with Yogyakarta itinerary, sample budget, top tourist attractions and budget hotels, ideal for first-time tourists here. Yogyakarta is one of my favorite backpacking destinations in Indonesia because it’s cheap and it’s packed with things to do. It is a warm whirlwind of sights, sounds, smells and tastes.  Yogyakarta […]

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Carbin Reef is a rising destination in Negros Occidental.  This tongue-shaped sandbar is located off the coast of Sagay, about 2-3 hours away from Bacolod.  If you are itching to frolic in crystal clear, blue water and powdery, white sand, pack your swimwear, snorkeling gears and sunglasses and head to Carbin Reef.  This drone-worthy and Instagram-worthy sandbar is impossibly perfect …

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Oftentimes, we seek culture everywhere we travel, it is the unique character of a city that reminds us at every turn that we are somewhere unforgettable. While looking for a sidetrip to Osaka and Kyoto, I learned from a friend that we can do a day trip to Nara. If you don’t know yet,Nara is the ancient capital of Japan, …

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This travel blog is your answer to the question on the popular maze in Cebu, “How to go to Labyrinth of Toledo City, Cebu and Capilla Santa Ana Museum”.   Cebu is like a 3rd home to me, I probably explored it more than I toured my own province. What I like about Cebu is it is home to diverse attractions …

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Detailed guide on BANGKOK TO SIEM REAP by Bus and Train border crossing. Over the years, I’ve crossed the border from Bangkok to Siem Reap a few times, and my first time was quite funny and stupid.  It is no secret that the border crossing between Thailand and Cambodia is chaotic and full of scams.  So, I made my research …

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Detailed guide on Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas for first timers. With cruise information, things to do and activities aboard the ship, answers to frequently asked questions on cruise vacations, and tips + reminders. From time to time, I try different ways of traveling besides the usual budget trips, like enjoying a luxe vacation on a cruise ship. This …

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This is a detailed blog on Venice Itinerary with budget + Venice Travel Guide, Things to Do and Where to Stay on a budget.  Surviving against all odds, timeless Venice continue to entice tourists from around the world. This traffic-free city standing on low mud banks facing the Adriatic Sea in Northern, Italy is often recognized as the “Romance Capital …

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When I started traveling I used to be so hardcore, there were times when I don’t even have an itinerary, I just research where my destination is and I pack my bag and go! I used to tell myself, I’ll figure out everything once I am there, where to stay, what else to do, etc. I was young and I …

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I find land border crossing quite worrying, because of scams. But  when I’ve crossed the border of Vietnam and Cambodia, it was hassle-free and easier compared to crossing the border of Thailand and Cambodia.  Perhaps because typically, the buses are direct, meaning you don’t have to carry all your bags and stuff to another vehicle.  During my last border crossing …

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Detailed sample Bangkok itinerary for 2 days,3 days,4 days,5 days,6 days, and 7 days with estimated budget to help you plan your trip. Bangkok is a timeless favorite, a varied surprise, especially for budget travelers. It’s riddled with everything you are looking for in a destination, such as taste bud-tingling street food to hipster budget hotels, backpacker streets to irresistible …

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Bangkok is special to me, because this is where I first backpacked solo abroad. I remember booking a cheap airfare months before my trip. I booked a tour and a hotel from a travel agency but after paying it, they called me and said I had to pay for two because the hotel room is good for two. So I …

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The mere mention of Bali connotes images of serene, tropical paradise clad in exotic culture and  maidens walking on evergreen rice paddies.  But once you arrive in downtown Denpasar, you will be greeted by a lively, crowded strip of souvenir shops, flashy malls, deafening all-night clubs, restaurants and resorts for all types of budget. Don’t fret, because once you start …

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Surfers flock to the rugged coast of Baler, one of the best surfing spots in the Philippines. Today’s cheery holiday bustle around Sabang Beach, popular with surfers, makes it hard to imagine that this once sleepy town in Aurora province was once devastated by an enraging tsunami. Only a few residents survived, they swam and climbed towards Ermita Hill. A …

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Macau grew like a fantasy utopia on an island and reclaimed land southwest of Hong Kong.  The heart of this Special Administrative Region of China is littered with ostentatious hotels flaunting spectacular architecture, many of them recreating cities like Paris, Venice, Rome, and New York. They are best appreciated at night when the flashing neon lights turn on, screaming stunning, …

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Hundred Islands epitomizes the best of Pangasinan, riddled by 123 islets spearing out of the cerulean sea.  Home to a staggering variety of wildlife and fishes, these coral islands make up the Hundred Islands National Park.  Most of them are desolate, save for the 4 major developed islands: Governors Island, Quezon Island, Marcos Island and Children’s Island.  These islands have …

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Long beaches of golden sand, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and water-sports, attracts many tourists to Pangasinan. Only about 4-5 hours away from Manila, it makes for a perfect weekend getaway.  In Alaminos for example, the mint green sea is riddled with hundred islands. Patar Beach in Bolinao on the other hand is known for its rose-pink sunsets.  Meanwhile, the underrated …

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La Union is the beating heart of surfing in North Luzon, no wonder tourists flock here anytime of the year due to its consistent waves and beach break that seem to go on forever.   While most surf enthusiasts usually go straight to Urbiztondo Beach in San Juan, other alternative spots for surfing in La Union include Jesus Point in Carille, …

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