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Relaxing pool staycation with lake and mountain view at Lily Vacation Farm House in Jala-jala, Rizal

We took a dip in a pool surrounded by a grassy expanse fringed by trees. Just beyond is a view of Laguna de Bay and mountains in the distance. Touches of farm life are a chicken and a horse freely roaming the grounds.

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You are stronger than you believe: A letter to my past self on the first week of lockdown

Dear Claire, I know how you’re feeling now – plagued with a fear and anxiety you have never felt before, not knowing what will happen tomorrow, the next week, or month. Earlier this week, on the day the COVID lockdown was unceremoniously declared in Laguna and the rest of the region, and with little time…

Laguna

Casa Tropica Diwata Villa: A beautiful and affordable private resort in Laguna

Stay at a villa with a modern tropical design, a hot spring pool, lush greenery, colorful murals, and a sweeping view of Mt. Makiling for as low as P1,200

Sagada

Sunrise in Marlboro Hills, Sagada (with guide and tips)

Catch a spectacular sunrise with an iconic sea of clouds and a mountain backdrop in Marlboro Hills, Sagada! Yes, Kiltepan Peak is not the only place in Sagada where you can see this iconic view.

Travel lists

7 picture-perfect hiking destinations around the world

The picture-perfect view makes the hike worth it. This is what you will feel when you hike along these breathtaking hiking destinations around the world. Hiking is a great cardio workout, too.  Walking in the great outdoors also helps to lower your risk of heart disease, increase your bone density, improve your mood, and much…

3 beautiful, colorful gardens in and near Tokyo, Japan

Picture-perfect gardens and parks bursting with colorful blooms and fiery autumn leaves

February 23, 2020 in Travel lists.

15,000 sunflowers, flower mandalas and more at Mariano’s Blooming Agri-Tourism Park in South Cotabato (with guide)

Walk through 15,000 sunflowers, go around a giant flower mandala, and more at this park. Entrance fee is P50 for weekdays.

February 13, 2020 in Mindanao.

Sirao Flower Garden: A Color Burst of Blooms in Cebu’s Little Amsterdam (Travel guide with P300 budget for day trip)

A flower garden experience with bright and beautiful blooms with windmills, and mountains as backdrop in Cebu. Estimated budget is P300.

February 11, 2020 in Cebu.

Calayan’s 360-degree perfect cliff and sea views, unspoiled white beaches, and more (with guide and budget as low as P5500)

Narrative on Calayan’s raw, breathtaking views, unspoiled white beaches, and other sights. With guide and budget as low as P5500.

January 20, 2020 in Cagayan, Luzon.

Beyond Lake Sebu: Blaans’ rich indigenous dreamwoven tabih and its master weaver, and rituals, dances, homestays, at Blaan Wellness and Tribal Village

South Cotabato is not just about Lake Sebu and the T’bolis. See the Blaans’ own rich traditional weave, meet the living master weaver, and take part in a ritual in Blaan Wellness Village – you can stay overnight, too!

January 18, 2020 in Mindanao.

6 scuba diving spots around the world you must visit this 2020

To the avid diver, the question may always be: Where should I dive next? Below are some diving spots, suggested either for their rich marine life or the unique diving experience they offer. Philippines One of the 18 megadiverse countries in the world, the Philippines hosts 70-80 percent of the world’s species. It has more…

December 24, 2019 in Travel lists.

Lakbay Museo: Experience a trip around the Philippines (with guide and tips)

What’s it like to go around the first interactive travel and food museum in the Philippines. Located in Manila.

June 29, 2019 in Travel insights and experiences.

6 things I learned from the basic photography workshop by the country’s federation of photographers

I have always been doing point and shoot when taking photos for my blog and travel articles, so a camera’s manual settings were foreign to me. Most of the time, point and shoot suits me, but sometimes, when I look at a shot that could have been done better, I realized that it wouldn’t hurt…

June 4, 2019 in Travel tips.

Deep blues and more: Enchanted River, island hopping, and Tinuy-an Falls sample itineraries with P3000 budget and up

Narrative with guide, budget, and itinerary to Hinatuan’s Enchanted River and island hopping and Bislig’s Tinuy-an Falls, Sian Falls, and international doll house

April 21, 2019 in Mindanao, Surigao del Sur.

First flight lands in Calayan Island, locals’ decades-long dream fulfilled

Outside my window, the morning skies were a muted gray, and I could see dark clouds in the horizon, but our 30-seater Dornier aircraft flew smoothly through the somewhat gloomy weather, thanks to our seasoned captain. Soon, the view gave way to Calayan’s famed Sibang Cove and lush green cliffs. It was my first time…

April 3, 2019 in Cagayan.

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Hi! I am Claire and I believe in traveling light, particularly in the inner journey. My traveling and seeking takes me to adventures like backpacking for seven weeks and exploring remote islands and bustling cities alike. Follow my adventures, travel tips, and epiphanies here. =)

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