by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 5, 2019 | 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 | May 28, 2019 | Itinerary, Marinduque, Travel Guide
One of the pleasures of Marinduque is that most parts of the island is still untainted by mass tourism. While the heart of the Philippines is widely known for Moriones Festival and the islands off its coast, the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 27, 2019 | 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 | May 11, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, MIE, Nara, Osaka
With its own unmistakable culture, landscape, and mythological history, it’s no surprise that Kansai, Japan’s most popular region, has long been a magnet of tourists. For first-timers in Japan, Osaka and Kyoto would...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Apr 1, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, MATSUMOTO, NAGANO, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 16, 2019 | HAKUBA, Itinerary, Japan, NAGANO, Travel Guide
Growing up in a tropical island, I never really had the chance to try skiing. 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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2019 | Indonesia, Itinerary, Travel Guide, Yogyakarta
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, SHIRAKAWA-GO, Travel Guide
Here’s a detailed Shirakawa-go itinerary + travel guide blog with budget breakdown. Rightfully famous for its Gassho-style houses, Shirakawa-go has scenery rich in contrasting colors and real character. It was spring...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2019 | Featured, Itinerary, Thailand, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2019 | Featured, Hong Kong, Itinerary, Travel Guide
Hong Kong is special to me, because it’s my first international travel with my sister. It’s like fulfilling a childhood dream when we toured Hong Kong Disneyland. This is why I wrote this Hong Kong Travel Guide Blog....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2019 | Featured, Itinerary, Singapore, Travel Guide
If I could only choose 4 words to describe Singapore, they would be : spotless, sophisticated, efficient but expensive. It’s hard to tell now that this tiny, booming country that is speckled with sky-high buildings and...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 6, 2019 | Itinerary, Nagoya
So as promised, here’s my blog about Nagoya itinerary including our Central Japan travel itinerary for 5 days. For me, we visited at the perfect time because somehow we got to experience the 4 seasons during our trip...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 15, 2019 | Cebu, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
Cebu has always been a tourist magnet and its capital – CEBU CITY, is a beautiful mix of contradictions, from modern skyline to highland hideaways. There is no shortage of activities here for travelers, and the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 13, 2019 | Batangas, Itinerary, Philippines, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
Calatagan, Batangas has long been a magnet of beachgoers, but if you are looking for something new, there’s a rising tourist destination here. Just about 3 hours away from Manila is Manuel Uy Beach Resort and its...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 12, 2019 | Bromo, Indonesia, Itinerary, Travel Guide
Here’s a detailed Bromo itinerary and budget. I also created a DIY Bromo Travel Guide and how to do the Bromo sunrise tour from Cemoro Lawang or Surabaya. Rugged peaks of the Tennger mountains pierce the morning...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 8, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, Nara, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 8, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, Nara
With so many places to explore in Japan, repeat visits beckon, each ancient city here offers a unique Japanese culture, just like Nara. Despite having 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Nara is largely overshadowed by...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 4, 2019 | HO CHI MINH CITY, Itinerary, Travel Guide, Vietnam
It never occurred to me that I would fall for Vietnam. Back then, I remember traveling here because it is pretty close to Cambodia and I only wanted to get my passport stamped. Looking back, I am not proud of it. Now...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 4, 2019 | HANOI, Itinerary, Travel Guide, Vietnam
To date, Hanoi still emanates with remnants of the French rule through its centuries old gothic churches, French colonial buildings and opera houses. But it also exudes with traditional Vietnamese flair, making it one...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 4, 2019 | Featured, Itinerary, MACAU, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 22, 2018 | Itinerary, Japan, Tokyo, Travel Guide
Tokyo exudes with timeless appeal, that’s why it is no surprise that the 2017 edition of Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, Tokyo topped the list of the World’s Best Cities for 2017. This lively...
