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 | Feb 15, 2018 | Batanes, Featured, Philippines, Travel Guide
BATANES is a scene of changing moods, sometimes balmy, sometimes placid and other times ominous. But its postcard-worthy topography and the genuine hospitality of its people – the Ivatans, make it such a...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 7, 2018 | Beaches, Coron, Palawan, Philippines, Travel Guide
Coron in Palawan has been dropping jaws for years. This island is blissfully ringed by bone-white beaches and jade-colored lakes hemmed in by karst limestone hills. This is why Coron attracts many travelers. In...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 2, 2018 | Bohol, Featured, Philippines
Bohol is like a condensed version of the entire country, which is why this bountiful province is always on the list of must-visit places for first-time travelers in the Philippines. Whether you are looking to get a tan...
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 | Nov 15, 2017 | Bohol, Philippines, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
We were in a silent, uncharted outskirt of Anda in Bohol. Before us is a somewhat endless, muddy, palm-fringed road that faded away to a flickering horizon. We hear nothing but the sound of cold breezes brushing...
