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Stalking Wildlife at Baluran National Park, Java Island, Indonesia
Stalking Wildlife at Baluran National Park, Java Island, Indonesia
I got in touch with my inner NatGeo explorer when I traveled to Baluran National Park in Java Island, Indonesia. I took this photo while stalking a herd of Java Rusa Deer (Cervus timorensis russa). You could tell from their scared beady stares and guar
Self-portrait Photography Tips: Taking Better Selfies for Solo Travelers
Self-portrait Photography Tips: Taking Better Selfies for Solo Travelers
Here are tips anyone can learn to take better self-portrait photos. This article is especially useful to solo travelers. Like a lot of people, I enjoy seeing myself in my travel photos. One day when I’m old and forgetful, it would be nice to sort throu
Riding off into the Sunset at Kyaiktiyo Golden Rock, Myanmar
Riding off into the Sunset at Kyaiktiyo Golden Rock, Myanmar
Every time I review this photo, I always feel prey to a sudden surge of emotions. If I ever had a moment of supreme bliss, it would this one: the life-endagering pick-up truck ride down the scenic winding roads of Kyaiktiyo, Myanmar. It was the perfect
Langkawi & Kuala Lumpur Tourist Spots & Itinerary
Langkawi & Kuala Lumpur Tourist Spots & Itinerary
I was on a flight to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with no clear idea where to go for the next 26 days. KL was only supposed to be a stopover for a trip to another destination, which didn’t push through. I wandered around Kuala Lumpur for a few days trying to
5 Days Penang & Kuala Lumpur Itinerary – Georgetown, Malaysia DIY Tips
5 Days Penang & Kuala Lumpur Itinerary – Georgetown, Malaysia DIY Tips
I love walking along historic streets lined with old buildings. When I planned my next trip to Peninsular Malaysia, George Town in Penang Island came up on the top of my list of places to visit. George Town, along with Melaka, is a  UNESCO world herita
Into the Light: year-end travel photo series 2012
Into the Light: year-end travel photo series 2012
After visiting more than half of the Philippines’ eighty provinces and experiencing the overwhelming beauty of my country, It was time to venture out further and travel longer. 2012 was my most extensive travel year yet. I wandered around nine countrie
3 days Apo Island & Dumaguete Itinerary – Negros Oriental DIY Tips
3 days Apo Island & Dumaguete Itinerary – Negros Oriental DIY Tips
Apo Island is known for having one of the best snorkeling and diving sites in the Philippines. Emphasis on snorkeling because I haven’t tried (scuba) diving yet :) Most of the Philippines’ 450 species of coral can be found in Apo Island as well as over
Pampanga 4×4 Jeep Ride over Lahar Landscapes of Sapang Bato, Angeles
Pampanga 4×4 Jeep Ride over Lahar Landscapes of Sapang Bato, Angeles
The off-road experience on our way to Puning Hot Springs near Clark, Pampanga was one of the most amazing rides I’ve ever done. Before the trip, I had little idea of what to expect since it was the first time I’ve heard about Puning Hot Springs. We sta
Subic Pamulaklakin Forest Trail: Jungle survival and lunch beside a fresh spring.
Subic Pamulaklakin Forest Trail: Jungle survival and lunch beside a fresh spring.
Our nature trek along Subic’s Pamulaklakin Trail was one of the more remarkable activities on my travels early this year. The pristine natural scenery was totally refreshing. We even had lunch in the forest beside a freely flowing spring. It was simply
2 Weeks Java, Indonesia Itinerary – Solo DIY Travel Tips
2 Weeks Java, Indonesia Itinerary – Solo DIY Travel Tips
I explored Indonesia  for two weeks during my three-week backpacking trip early  this year. Considering this huge country trumps even the Philippines in terms of archipelagic size, I wanted to take careful thought with my itinerary. I knew two weeks wo

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