THE CONCEPTION After years of waiting, an escape to Ilocos had been pushed through. It was in 2008, five years ago, when I organized our Ilocos trip with my friends. I booked our online air tickets via Laoag, checked for hotels and planned the itinerary. Unfortunately, I didn’t make it since I am scheduled to be mobilized to my new job abroad before our departure date. Though my friends went... continue
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BEIJING… Scenic Walk at the Great Wall of China
As Beijing is known for being the Capital of China, the city also boasted a lot of cultural and historical sites. Part of the grand history of China that was believed to be seen from the moon is now named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China. On July 16, 2013, this was the last destination for the day’s itinerary. From Ming Tombs, we left towards the mountains near... continue
Asian Invasion… Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand
It’s four! and it’s three… My friends and I used to travel together at least once a year. This was our 4th annual bonding… and we’re taking three countries! We took off at NAIA Terminal 3 taking Cebu Pacific flight bound for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam as our first stop. We had two days full of fun in HCMC. Boarded a coach from HCMC bound for Siem Reap, Cambodia. We... continue
PISA: A Quick Trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
I haven’t thought of including Pisa in my itinerary. When Ate Inday (Genivive Salinas) told me that it’s just an hour from Florence, second thoughts of dropping by before going to Venice was my initial schedule. After finalizing my itinerary, I figured it out that my May 9 was vacant and I can use it in going to Pisa. Right away I checked my Eurail schedule and I also have one day left... continue
ROME… The Historic Colosseum
It can’t be denied that one purpose of coming to Rome will be a visit to the Colosseum. Not as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World but as part of the great history of Rome where Colosseum played an important role. Everybody knows about Colosseum and Rome; it had been featured to many movies, magazines, advertisements and other publications. With this, the Colosseum is one must-visit... continue
ROME… When in Rome
On board Emirates flight EK 097 from Dubai to Rome Fuimicino International Airport, I was enjoying the business class accommodation of the ever luxurious Airbus A380 of the Emirates fleet. The flight was magnificent as I befriended two EK flight attendants, Joanna and Naila. Arriving at the airport was fun. I was thrilled upon seeing the signs in Italian. I told myself, “this is it”. I am... continue
One European Dream – My First-ever Solo Trip
A milestone! A dream come true! A once in a lifetime experience! This was an experience that really tested me. I was traveling alone to a place where I never was. A first timer, a stranger and with no friend to be with. It was all worth it. It was a lesson learned that it pays to travel alone, you will really know yourself, you will really know your capacity. I myself had enjoyed every little... continue