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 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 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 | Jul 9, 2018 | Itinerary, Japan, Tokyo, Tourist Spots, 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 | 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 | 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 Spots, 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 Spots, 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...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 29, 2018 | Batangas, Beaches, Itinerary, Philippines, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
Matabungkay Beach in Lian, Batangas wasn’t part of our trip itinerary. But when my sister and I boarded the wrong bus on our way to Manuel Uy Beach Resort and the Stilts Calatagan, we ended up riding a passenger van...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 21, 2018 | Itinerary, Pagadian, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide, Zamboanga del Sur
Behind stilt houses graciously standing shoulder to shoulder, the minarets calling for early morning prayers bathe in the glow of the rising sun in Pagadian. A man paddles his way to the port, where spider-like...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 3, 2018 | Itinerary, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Travel Guide
At first sight, it’s hard to imagine Kota Kinabalu (formerly Jesselton) as an eco-tourism destination because you’ll be welcomed by a sprawling, lively city. But once you get to know KK, as it is...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 14, 2017 | Itinerary, MUI NE, Travel Guide, Vietnam
Mui Ne is one of my favorite destinations in Vietnam, its stunning topography is a testament to the magical prowess of nature. I visited it twice because I felt like I was on a rush the first time I visited in 2012, so...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 25, 2017 | HUALIEN, Itinerary, KAOHSIUNG, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, Travel Guide
With the recent approval of the Taiwan visa-free entry for Filipinos , the country will surely attract more Pinoy tourists. For many of us, Taiwan is Taipei, known for its rich economy but a large part of the country...
