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We hopped on a train in Pisa and continued our Italian escapade. It was the last day of the year and our next stop is the jewel of Tuscany, Florence, Firenze as it called locally. Arriving in Station Firenze before noon, our day in Florence started by searching for our accommodation, Ostello Archi Rossi. After…
The Leaning Tower of Pisa, a world-renowned icon of Italy, has long captured the imaginations of travelers worldwide. I vividly remember reading about this architectural marvel in my school textbooks as a child, marveling at its curious tilt and intriguing history. Few years back, I had the incredible opportunity to visit this iconic landmark in…
In the quiet dawn of a new day in Indonesia, I found myself at Borobudur Temple, the ancient temple with a story to tell. It was an early start, and we joined a small group of fellow travelers, all eager to witness the sunrise. Borobudur Temple is famous not only as a UNESCO World Heritage…
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast and loves exploring the unknown, Canada is one of the best places for thrill-seekers. The country has a lot of pristine destinations that will surely provide adventure for every kind of traveler. If you’re into natural wonders, the country has a lot to offer from its lakes, waterfalls, to capes,…
It’s really a shame to spend only 24 hours in Rome, Italy. If not for the hullabaloos of our flight to Europe, we could’ve spent another day in the Italian capital. Nevertheless, we stuck with our vacations to Italy itinerary and visit as many tourist attractions as we can within 24 hours. This is not…
Last and only boat departing for Capul Island already left Looc Port when I arrived in Allen from Biri Island. I was persistent to visit this historical island and I did my best to look for alternatives. Unfortunately, my mobile network has a shitty reception in the area. Gladly, a local casually murmured that I…
First was indicated on the title to note that I’ll definitely go back to Europe. Unlike some of the posts here helping you create your travel itinerary, this article will essentially list some of the setbacks during my first trip out of Asia. Yes, you’ve heard it right! With years of traveling, the longest flight…
The pros and cons of a ski trip in Switzerland If you’ve always dreamed of skiing in Switzerland, you’re not alone. The Swiss Alps continue to be one of the most sought after skiing destinations in the world, and it’s easy to see why – snow-capped mountains, crystal clear lakes, and delicious food are just…
Choosing between Sapa and Halong Bay was a tough one. The adventurer in me picked Sapa over Halong Bay based on stories from friends and on what I read online. That was during my first visit to northern Vietnam in 2017 during my 100-day backpacking trip. With that, I promised to go back to experience…
Note: This trip happened few months before the January 2020 Taal Volcano eruption. For two separate occasions, I was invited by different groups of friends for a day hike to Taal Volcano. And for these two instances, I declined since I’m already pleased seeing Taal Volcano from Tagaytay. But when a colleague recently visited Manila…