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High Point of my Jungle trek to Sohoton Lagoons of Bucas Grande Island
High Point of my Jungle trek to Sohoton Lagoons of Bucas Grande Island
Awesome view overlooking limestone karst jungles surrounding the hidden lagoons of Sohoton in Bucas Grande Island, Surigao del Norte, Philippines. I found out about the “jungle trail” to Sohoton Caves and Lagoons on my fourth day in Bucas Grande Island
East Mindanao Itinerary – Siargao, Bucas Grande, Sohoton, Compostela, Davao DIY Solo
East Mindanao Itinerary – Siargao, Bucas Grande, Sohoton, Compostela, Davao DIY Solo
What brought me back to Siargao and Bucas Grande Island? That’s easy! These islands were among my favorites in the entire Philippines. For years since my first visit to Surigao provinces, I craved intensely to go back and swim in the crystal-clear emer
Enlightenment at Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar
Enlightenment at Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar
The golden spires of the Shwedagon Pagoda reached out into the heavenly twilight. I was caught dazed and breathless by the surreal golden sunset at Yangon’s most popular landmark. For two months that I was traveling around South East Asia (Thailand, La
3 Days Yangon Itinerary – Myanmar Solo Backpacking Tips
3 Days Yangon Itinerary – Myanmar Solo Backpacking Tips
Sleep evaded me the night before my flight to Myanmar (Burma). I’m always victimized by insomnia attacks whenever I get too excited, or anxious, before going on a trip. In case you didn’t know, Myanmar is not the easiest country to travel in South East
Misty morning at the Chocolate Hills of Bohol
Misty morning at the Chocolate Hills of Bohol
An enchanting sunrise mist trailed over the chocolate hills of Bohol. I was awestruck at the surreal scenery. A sight constantly shown on tourism ads yet rarely seen in person by most tourists. The first time I visited Bohol’s chocolate hills, I was ha
Backpacking Bohol: Four Days Off the Beaten Path
Backpacking Bohol: Four Days Off the Beaten Path
Tubigon to Carmen Local commute to Carmen from Cebu via Slow ferry (RORO) and bus. Pilar, Bohol Malinao Dam Sunrise at the Chocolate Hills Staying two nights in Carmen to catch the Chocolate Hills under the perfect sunrise light. Can-umantad Falls Visi
“The Beach” Journey to Maya Bay in Phi Phi Islands, Thailand
“The Beach” Journey to Maya Bay in Phi Phi Islands, Thailand
Even under grey skies and rough waters, Maya Bay in the Phi Phi Islands of Southern Thailand easily captured high ranks on my list of the most beautiful beaches. The ones I’ve had the pleasure of visiting, at least. Like most, I was drawn to Maya Bay (
3 Days Muang Ngoi Neua Itinerary – Nong Khiaw, Laos Solo DIY Tips
3 Days Muang Ngoi Neua Itinerary – Nong Khiaw, Laos Solo DIY Tips
I was at the end of my trip in Luang Prabang, Laos. It seemed most the backpackers were headed south, either straight to Vientiane or check out what’s left of Vang Vieng’s party scene. Meanwhile, I was determined to backtrack northwards to Nong Khiaw a
Kuala Lumpur Skyline night shot from Lake Titiwangsa, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur Skyline night shot from Lake Titiwangsa, Malaysia
Night lights of  Kuala Lumpur’s skyline blend gracefully with the soft dusk sky at Lake Titiwangsa, Malaysia. The lake was an excellent location to take night shots of the Kuala Lumpur skyline, especially because both of the city’s tallest buildings, t
Phi Phi Islands & Krabi Itinerary – DIY Thailand Travel Tips
Phi Phi Islands & Krabi Itinerary – DIY Thailand Travel Tips
I wanted to go to Southern Thailand so I could visit the secret island in “The Beach” movie. Cliche, I know! but I’ve been craving to go there for the longest time. Like a lot of backpackers, it was one of the iconic movies that inspired me to travel.

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