by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 13, 2018 | Iloilo, Itinerary
If you think Iloilo is all about heritage sights, think again. Gigantes Islands off the coast of Carles has island-studded sea, perfect for temporarily disconnecting from your harried lifestyle. Although it is...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 11, 2018 | Bangkok, Itinerary
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....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 5, 2018 | Featured, Itinerary, Malaysia, Travel Guide
Kuala Lumpur is my most visited city outside the Philippines. I can’t recall how many times I’ve visited this sprawling metropolis. Thus, this Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide with itinerary and budget is long overdue....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 3, 2018 | HUALIEN, Itinerary, TAIWAN, Travel Guide
They say travelers go to Hualien to soak up nature. Like most part of Taiwan’s East Coast, the natural environment here is unspoiled and the pace is unhurried. The landscape here is impossibly picture-perfect that you...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 28, 2018 | HOI AN, Itinerary, Travel Guide, Vietnam
Vietnam is home to the UNESCO-favored Hoi An, a charming port town. Its trading history has left it a trove of architectural treasures. The bustling small streets here are hemmed in by traditional shophouses turned...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 21, 2018 | Featured, Florence, ITALY, Itinerary, Travel Guide
From the rough-hewn brick balcony of Piazza Michelangelo, I looked out as the fog covering the mountains and the historic city of Florence that is crowned by the iconic Duomo, slowly revealed its splendor. Florence...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 18, 2018 | Featured, Itinerary, Pangasinan, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 4, 2018 | Featured, Itinerary, Siquijor, Travel Guide
The unassuming province of Siquijor has rose to fame in recent years. This largely uncharted region is oozing with pristine beaches and gorgeous diving spots. It is comprised of towns with idyllic coastal charm....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 9, 2018 | Itinerary, Japan, Tokyo, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
I’m not a fan of big cities, but when I set foot in Tokyo – one of the world’s largest cities – I knew he’s a cut above the rest. This booming capital of Japan is peppered with towering skyscrapers as if grasping into...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 5, 2018 | Cebu, Featured, Itinerary, Travel Guide
CASINO PEAK is one of the newest tourist destinations in South Cebu, attracting mountaineers, day trippers, budget travelers and local tourists. When my friend (Thanks, Darwin!) mentioned about Casino Peak and showed...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 5, 2018 | Featured, Itinerary, Masbate, Philippines, Travel Guide
It was 6:00 AM. She was heartbroken. A 7 year relationship isn’t hard to forget, I didn’t know how I could comfort my cousin…except through travel. So we hopped on a boat from Bulan to San Jacinto in...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 25, 2018 | Cebu, Itinerary, Travel Guide
If you fancy the outdoors and taking uncharted path, then the municipality of Samboan will surprise you with pristine natural attractions concealed in its dense wilderness. Take for example AGUINID FALLS in Brgy....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 11, 2018 | Featured, Itinerary, Japan, Osaka, Travel Guide
Japan is steeped in tradition and spirituality, and the perfect place to get a true taste of Japanese culture is Kansai Region. For first-time tourists in Japan, get your fill of tradition in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 10, 2018 | Cebu, Itinerary, Travel Guide
Simala Church in Cebu rose to fame over the past few years. This monastery is known for its castle-like church, proudly standing on a hill in Lindogon village in Sibonga. It is located in the village of Lindogon, but...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 14, 2018 | BEACH RESORTS, Beaches, Itinerary, Pangasinan, Philippines, Travel Guide
Bolinao was once a sleepy villlage that rose to fame because of its beaches and mesmeric sunset. It’s a perfect escape from the hurried city life. Bolinao is a first class municipality in the province of...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 13, 2018 | Beaches, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide, Zambales
Anawangin Cove in Zambales has crescent-shaped beach where grayish, volcanic sand and cerulean water blend majestically. Here, cliffs rise hundreds of feet from the ocean floor to Agoho-fringed peaks that were...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 5, 2018 | Batangas, Itinerary, Lobo, Travel Guide
Lobo Batangas has long been a magnet of beach-goers as it is studded with beaches with seafloor gradually dropping for about 200 meters before a drop-off. The sea here is oozing with corals and marine life especially...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 3, 2018 | Catanduanes, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
Catanduanes is rugged, meandering and riddled with tourist spots that are blissfully uncharted by mass tourism. I’ve blogged this Catanduanes travel guide with itinerary and expenses to help you plan your trip to this...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 2, 2018 | Itinerary, La Union, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
I’ve been planning to blog a LA UNION Travel Guide since I returned from a trip with a friend this year. Although I’ve been there before due to a blogger’s trip, I didn’t get to explore the attractions because our...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Apr 21, 2018 | Ibaraki, Itinerary, Japan, Tokyo, Travel Guide
I was in Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki, Japan. The sun was pouring its morning benediction, shining through towering trees interrupted by yellow blooms. My soul has always been attracted to flowers, like how they are...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 30, 2018 | Batangas, Beaches, Hotels and Resorts, Itinerary, Philippines, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
Stilts Calatagan is a rising resort in Batangas with overwater bungalows. It’s known as a Maldives-inspired luxury resort in Batangas, but they actually have mid-range rooms and cottages, good for small to large...
