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Welcome to The Pinay Solo Backpacker, the best place to find travel guides with budget and itinerary! This blog started out in January 2010 where she aims to inspire her readers to explore the Philippines and the world as well as empower Filipinas through travel.
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OTARU ITINERARY (DAY TRIP WINTER) + TOURIST SPOTS 2026
Otaru thrived as one of the greatest port towns of Japan, blissfully located on northern island of Hokkaido. Water still gives it a unique character, such as the beautifully-preserved Otaru Canal fringed by historic warehouses exuding a relaxed, old-world appeal....
MT. MOIWA ROPEWAY HOW TO GET THERE (DIY TRAVEL GUIDE)
The gently rolling landscape of Mt. Moiwa, rising quietly to roughly 531 meters above sea level and cuddled by dense forest, is a stark contrast to the bustling downtown Sapporo where planned grid street pattern is packed with soaring buildings and structures that...
Why Do You Need the UK Visitor Visa: Tips to Be Prepared for Visiting Britain
Visiting the United Kingdom as a foreign national can be an exciting experience. You get to experience British life and visit historic sites such as the Tower of London, Roman Baths, Stonehenge, Warwick Castle, and Dover Castle. This is one of the reasons the UK...
GREECE VISA FOR FILIPINOS: HOW TO APPLY AND REQUIREMENTS
I just returned from my Greece winter trip and as promised, I will blog about Greece and how to apply for a Greece Visa for Filipinos (Philippine Passport Holders). Applying for a tourist visa is always nerve-racking, so here’s a guide on How to Apply for a Schengen...
OTARU ITINERARY (DAY TRIP WINTER) + TOURIST SPOTS 2026
Otaru thrived as one of the greatest port towns of Japan, blissfully located on northern island of Hokkaido. Water still gives it a unique character, such as the beautifully-preserved Otaru Canal fringed by historic warehouses exuding a relaxed, old-world appeal....
2026 Bangkok Travel Guide (Budget + Itinerary)
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...
2026 SAPPORO TRAVEL GUIDE (Itinerary + Budget)
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. Its finger is on the pulse, constantly embracing new developments, but somehow, it doesn’t...
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LAIYA BATANGAS BEACH RESORTS AND HOTELS (2025)
Discover the hidden wonders of Laiya and San Juan, Batangas. Bask in its azure beaches and rocky coves. Bring your snorkeling gear with you and uncover its iridescent underwater life. Assess your endurance and try out the different action-packed activities at Laiya...
SAN JUAN BATANGAS TOURIST SPOTS + THINGS TO DO (2025)
Detailed travel blog about San Juan Batangas Tourist spots and things to do and San Juan Batangas itinerary. Imagine being conveyed to a different place at the same time, the town of San Juan, Batangas will leave you in awe with its raw appeal and sundry topography. ...
WHAT TO DO IN SAN VICENTE PALAWAN (2025)
San Vicente Palawan is a rising tourist destination in the Philippines. It is located in north-western Palawan. Despite its popularity, it still exhibits a laid-back charm. Most of the tourist spots in San Vicente are picturesque beaches – it is home to the popular...
SAN VICENTE PALAWAN: TRAVEL GUIDE + ITINERARY
Nature really comes to the fore of San Vicente Palawan. Punctuated by rocky outcrops, the sprawling landscape here varies from forest fringed mountains and windswept grassland, to a swirling mix of aquamarine beaches and rough-hewn coves. Tucked between the famous...
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Since 2010, she has written travel features on the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Vietnam. She has contributed to local and foreign travel news site, newspapers and magazines from 2011 to 2015.
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