Travel & Book Blogs
36 Books on Japan That’ll Spark Your Wanderlust
Planning a trip to Japan and looking for a book set in the country? Or do you just want to dip your toes into Japanese literature and need some ideas about what to read? In this post, I’m going to share with you my honest and unbiased review of 34 of my favorite and...
Manila Itinerary 2 Days: Culture, History & Food
Most first-time visitors to the Philippines, fly in and out of Manila as fast as they can. Their primary goal is to immediately get to one of the country’s beautiful islands. Unfortunately, they see nothing of the country’s capital. That’s too bad because Manila...
Port Barton Itinerary: 3 Days in Paradise
Planning a trip to the Philippines? Looking for ideas on what to do in Port Barton? Wondering if it's even worth visiting? In this Port Barton itinerary post, I’m going to highlight some of the best things you can do in Port Barton in 3 days. I’ll also tell you where...
El Nido Itinerary: Exploring Paradise in the Philippines
El Nido is one of the hottest (most popular) places to visit in the Philippines right now. It’s even more popular than Boracay. In this 5 day El Nido itinerary guide, I’5-daym going to show you how you can explore some of the Philippines’ most amazing islands and...
Philippines Itinerary: Island Hopping in Paradise
Are you planning a trip to the Philippines? But you’re overwhelmed by all the different destinations and can’t come up with a good itinerary? I get it. That’s how I felt when I was first planning my trip to the Philippines. There are so many different islands: Cebu,...
35 BEST Things to Do in Oaxaca for Food, Culture & History Lovers
Want to fall in love with Oaxaca as much as I did? This travel guide will help you do just that! In this post, you’ll find 34 of the best things to do in Oaxaca City. It’s perfect for those who want to experience the history, culture, food, art, and natural beauty of this magical city. The guide also has information on day trips to the towns, ruins, distilleries, waterfalls, and mountains around Oaxaca.
For those on a budget, I’ve also included detailed instructions on getting to these attractions by public transportation.
Ultimate Malapascua Itinerary (+ Kalanggaman Island)
One of my favorite places to visit in the Philippines is Malapascua Island, a small island off the coast of northern Cebu. Although it’s famous for diving with thresher sharks, you don’t need to be a diver to enjoy the island and its beautiful beaches. I’ve put...
Siquijor Itinerary: 4 Days on the Island of Witches
Are you planning a trip to the Philippines? Wondering what to do on the island of Siquijor? In this post, I’ll share with you EXACTLY how to spend your time in Siquijor. This 4-day Siquijor itinerary allows you to experience the island's most popular waterfalls and...
A Foolproof Japan Packing List for Summer 2024
Are you planning a trip to Japan this summer? It’s gonna be VERY hot! So, you’ve got to make sure you pack the right stuff for your trip. In this article, I’m going to share with you a foolproof Japan packing list that will help you survive the summer heat and all the...
How to Get from Oaxaca Airport to Oaxaca City in 2024
Planning a trip to Oaxaca, but you’re not sure how to get from Oaxaca Airport to your hotel, hostel, or Airbnb in Oaxaca City? In this Oaxaca post, I’m going to share with you the easiest, cheapest, and safest way to get to the center of Oaxaca City from the airport....
Shirakawa-go Itinerary: Enter a Japanese Fairy Tale
Shirakawa-go makes the perfect day trip from Takayama or the perfect day trip from Kanazawa. It also makes a great stopover when traveling from Takayama to Kanazawa or from Kanazawa to Takayama. Here is my suggested Shirakawa-go itinerary for 1 day. I've also...
44 BEST Things to Do in Quito: Culture, Food & History Lovers
Are you planning a trip to Ecuador and wondering what to do in Quito? Is the city even worth visiting? In this article, I’m going to share with you 44 things to do in Quito for culture, food, and history lovers. You’ll also find my honest opinion about each attraction...
Quito Itinerary for Culture, Food & History Lovers
Are you planning a trip to Ecuador and thinking of spending some days in Quito? However, you’re not sure how to plan your time there. I, too, struggled with planning my Quito itinerary. The city has a lot to offer culture, history, and food nerds like me. During my...
How to Find the PERFECT Place to Stay in Tokyo (Even on a Budget)
Struggling with figuring out where to stay in Tokyo? I totally get it. There are so many neighborhoods and hotels to choose from, and each has its pros and cons. Ginza is central but expensive. Asakusa is cheap but far away. There seems to be no place that checks all...
15 Surefire Tips for Planning Your First Trip to Japan
Preparing for a trip to Japan can be more overwhelming than preparing for a trip anywhere else in the world. You’ve got to book a plane ticket that is often more expensive than flying to most other places in the world, figure out all the options for accommodations (a...
