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India Trip Backpacking Expenses

India Trip Backpacking Expenses

Hello guys!  For those who are thinking of backpacking around India, I have shared here my breakdown of expenses. I explored this glorious sub-continent with my friend Marx for two weeks last September 2013.  The time was not enough but it will suffice with careful planning and […]

New Process:  India Tourist Visa On Arrival

New Process: India Tourist Visa On Arrival

Unlike before when travelers from selected countries can apply for tourist visa upon arrival at their port of entry,  visitors of India now need to apply for it online. The following countries are eligible for applying for a tourist visa on arrival.  Do this at least four days […]

Five Budget-friendly Summer Destinations Near Manila

Five Budget-friendly Summer Destinations Near Manila

I have here a list of pocket-friendly waterscapes near Manila. These escapades are guaranteed to be time-friendly and easy on the wallet. Ranging from a quick day tour to a refreshing overnight stay, it’s choose your own adventure since summer is officially here. : )) Minalungao National Park […]

Batanes Overload

Batanes Overload

Grazing cows, sleepy goats and roaming carabaos  is a common sight when you visit my kingdom.  Valugan Boulder Beach from another angle. Those curves are just the sexiest.  Batanes. Batanes. Batanes. Batanes + Bike = Happiness  Hanging out at Dakay’s House. Too bad I was unable to […]

Where To Stay In Batanes: Marfel’s Lodge

Where To Stay In Batanes: Marfel’s Lodge

Marfel’s Lodge opened last 2013. Though relatively new, the lodge has already opened two more branches in Basco, Batanes’ capital. I stayed in one of the extensions. For me, this is the ‘most homey’ of the three. It is secluded and has easy access to […]

General Santos City

General Santos City

What to see in General Santos City?  General Santos City or GenSan for short, is not the kind of place a regular tourist will have in mind. But for a traveler like me, even though GenSan lacks the usual tourist destinations, it is still a […]

Batanes:  Sabtang Island Tour

Batanes: Sabtang Island Tour

Savidug Old Houses I would have wanted a fairer weather during my Sabtang Island tour. But who am I to complain? I am in Batanes! I will come back in Batanes soon to savor all of her heavenly beauty. : ))   Malakdang Lighthouse   […]

Batanes:  South Batan Tour

Batanes: South Batan Tour

So Batanes had mesmerized me for days after my week-long travel. South Batan had been a total eye-candy. Actually, anywhere I look in Batanes, I could not utter any other words except wow. And so go ahead and get wowed. Mahatao Shelter Port I will […]

Batanes:  North Batan Tour

Batanes: North Batan Tour

Batanes had long been a dream for me. And just last month, I was able to realize those dreams. I would no longer bore you with my endless string of words.  Let the photos do the talking. Valugan Boulder Beach It’s perfect for a pre-historic […]

Batanes: Beyond Words

Batanes: Beyond Words

For two hours I did not nothing but tumbled and rolled in my bed, trying very hard to sleep. This was what I did the night before my flight to Batanes. Or shall I say, several hours before my flight. I kept worrying that my […]