by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 21, 2019 | Beaches, Kalanggaman, LEYTE, Travel Guide
Kalanggaman Island is shaped like a bird, reason why its name is derived from the local word “langgam” that means bird. This sandbar off the coast of Palompon, Leyte has gained popularity in recent years, but it has...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 6, 2019 | Athens, Greece, Itinerary, Travel Guide
This ATHENS TRAVEL GUIDE covers sample ATHENS ITINERARY with budget, ATHENS THINGS TO DO, ATHENS BUDGET HOTELS and ATHENS TRAVEL TIPS. Having studied Archaeology and Anthropology in college, it’s like a dream...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 22, 2019 | Beaches, Guimaras, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
The rugged coastline of Guimaras in Western Visayas, Philippines is framed by lush greenery staring out towards the island-speckled sea. This tiny province is synonymous with mangoes, with more or less 50,000 mango...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 17, 2019 | Itinerary, Palawan, San Vicente, Travel Guide
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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 17, 2019 | Fukuoka, Itinerary, Japan, Travel Guide
This is a detailed Fukuoka Travel Guide with itinerary and budget blog, things to do in Fukuoka, budget hotels in Fukuoka, and Fukuoka travel tips for first timers. Fukuoka is highly recommended for first timers in...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 29, 2019 | Abra, Travel Guide
Raw, rugged and riddled with natural attractions, Abra is on my top list of unexplored destinations in the Philippines. While you won’t find any beaches here, its bountiful pastoral land, forest-fringed mountains,...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 29, 2019 | Cebu, 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 24, 2019 | Benguet, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
This is a detailed travel guide of Northern Blossoms Flower Farm in Atok, Benguet with sample itinerary and budget. The Northern Blossoms Flower Farm has recently been hyped by social media, which led to new...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 24, 2019 | Bontoc, Mountain Province, Travel Guide
Long overshadowed by its more famous neighbors – Banaue and Sagada, Bontoc is now carving out its own identity on the tourist map. If you fancy the outdoors and off-the-beaten track, this modest capital of Mountain...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 20, 2019 | Batangas, Beaches, Travel Guide
Anilao, Batangas, a barangay in the town of Mabini, has been lauded as one of the top diving sites in the world, and it’s easy to understand why. If you are a macro underwater photography enthusiast, this is a...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 14, 2019 | Pangasinan, Philippines, Travel Guide
If you are itching for Instagram-worthy coves, cerulean beaches, mesmeric sunset and emerald-green waterfalls, head to Bolinao in Pangasinan province. This thriving town is a perfect spot for your barkada or family...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 12, 2019 | Itinerary, Marinduque, Travel Guide
Against the unbounded sky, over the unfathomable denim blue ocean, the last light of the day surrendered. The stars started to surface and the sky dramatically turned into rosy pink and tangerine. I was in Maniwaya...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 10, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, Kyoto, Travel Guide
As promised, I’ll blog about KYOTO, so here’s my Kyoto Travel Guide based on my recent visit to Kyoto, Japan to help you plan your trip to Kyoto this 2019. Kyoto is just as I imagined Japan to be –...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 3, 2019 | Featured, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, Travel Guide
Taipei, Taiwan was never on my bucketlist despite its proximity to the Philippines. But because applying for a Taiwan tourist visa is more relaxed these days, I decided to travel to this city, which is roughly an hour...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 12, 2019 | Travel Guide, Zambales
Step-off the grid in Nagsasa Cove Zambales, a rough-hewn cove where crystal-clear waters, mist-filled mountains and jungles beckon the wild at heart. I’ve often wondered what it looks like. I’ve visited its more...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 11, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, NAGANO, Suwa, Travel Guide
Suwa, Nagano is an underrated beauty. This is a place with a history and mythology just as dramatic as its scenery. I felt the change of pace as soon as I arrived here. Suwa has this tranquil atmosphere, the city is...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 11, 2019 | Itinerary, Japan, Tottori, Travel Guide
This is a detailed Tottori Sand Dunes travel guide, with sample itinerary and budget. Wind rippled hills of sand curve and stretch for approximately 16 kilometers from east to west and 2 kilometers from north to south...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 11, 2019 | Japan, Tottori, Travel Guide
Detective Conan, also known as Case Closed, is a popular Japanese manga series in Asia and Europe. It is a brainchild of Gosho Aoyama who was born in Daiei town, now known as Hokuei town in Tottori, Japan....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 10, 2019 | Japan, Nagoya, Travel Guide
Nagoya is booming. Much of the buzz in Japan’s 4th largest city is due to the fact that it is home to some of the world’s biggest automobile companies such as Toyota, Mitsubishi and Honda. These companies...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 10, 2019 | Bohol, Itinerary, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
Itching for Instagram-worthy cave pools, powdery white sand lapped by cerulean water? Pack your swimwear and delve into Anda Bohol! Sitting blissfully on the eastern side of the island, Anda has some of the best...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 10, 2019 | 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...
