by thepinay solobackpacker | Jul 9, 2019 | Japan, Kyoto
Home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Kyoto is riddled with well-preserved ancient temples and shrines that beckon many tourists, but it also makes planning a trip to Kyoto overwhelming. Here’s my handpicked list of...
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 | Jul 3, 2019 | TAIWAN
When news of visa-free entry to Taiwan for Filipinos came out, airlines started offering seat sales to Taiwan. Good news is, the visa-free travel for Filipinos/Philippine Passport holders will be extended until July...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 18, 2019 | MACAU, Tourist Spots
Macau, a special administrative region of China, has made its mark on the tourist map because of its glamour and an interesting mix of varied cultures thriving here harmoniously. For over 300 years, it was a Portuguese...
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...
