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COVID-19: Life during self-quarantine, from a person who is living it

These days, I have plenty of time to watch the world go by from my window. Due to COVID-19, I’ll be spending at least 14 days in self-quarantine in a makeshift bedroom outside our home, while my parents and dogs stay inside. Like many others navigating this pandemic, we’re all staying home indefinitely, avoiding direct contact […]

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Punta Verde Resort: The Best Resort in Lobo, Batangas

Punta Verde Resort in Lobo, Batangas is set against a pristine pebble beach overlooking Isla Verde Passage – an ideal destination to enjoy a peaceful seaside vacation. “Sorry there is no wifi. Talk to each other and pretend it’s 1995,” says of one the signages in the resort. True enough, being on a weekend detox […]

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Asia Japan Travel Guide

Hokkaido 5-day Itinerary for First Time Visitors (2025)

Japan has countless off-the-beaten-path destinations waiting to be explored, and Hokkaido is no exception. While many travelers associate Hokkaido with winter, this stunning region offers diverse experiences year-round. If you’ve already visited Sapporo and want to discover more beyond the usual tourist spots, this Hokkaido 5-day itinerary will help you make the most of your […]

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Fuji Shibazakura Festival: Day Trip from Tokyo

After months of procrastination, we’ve reached Japan 2017 day 2! I swear I did not realize it’s been a year since that trip. I’ve put off blogging about Fuji Shibazakura Festival because it was one of my most favorite festivals in Japan, that I didn’t want to do a hurried entry of it. The photos […]

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How to get to Fuji Shibazakura Venue from Tokyo

In Japan, there are countless local festivals held every year in almost every towns and cities. One of them is Fuji Shibazakura Festival, which is being held from mid-April to late May of every year. There are many ways to get into the festival venue but this post will only focus on how to get […]

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Explore Takayama Old Town in Japan

Takayama Old Town in Gifu Prefecture is one of the most picturesque towns in Japan. If you are looking for a side-trip destination from Shirakawa-go or Nagoya, Takayama is a great option! Read on to know what my day-trip experience was like. On the day of our departure from Shirakawa-go, my friends and I bade […]