Asia
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Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Bali
If Bali’s been sitting on your bucket list forever, this is your sign to finally book the trip! Bali is all the things like dreamy beaches, lush rice fields, hidden waterfalls, and food worth flying for. But it also has a whole bunch of tourist traps so you’ll fine planning a trip here can get Continue reading
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Touring the DMZ (North Korea?)
Ok we didn’t actually do a tour of North Korea since we were technically in the Demilitarized Zone, also known as the DMZ, which is pretty much a heavily guarded strip of land running across the Korean Peninsula that separates North from South Korea. Technically we did see North Korea in the distance, however there Continue reading
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City Where the East Meets the West (Istanbul)
I spent a 20 hour layover in Istanbul (IST) last spring with my family (7 senior citizens + my sister) on our way to Rome for a mini Catholic pilgrimage in honor of the Jubilee year and despite the physical struggles of trying to get 7 senior citizens (3 in wheelchairs) through the Istanbul airport Continue reading
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22 hours in TOKYO
Out here on yet ANOTHER solo trip because I love solo travel so much. I spent 22 hours in Tokyo for a layover on my way to Seoul and did my best to make the most of my time there! 2 of my 22 hours though were spent on a little airport fiasco at Haneda Continue reading
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The Most Beautiful Temple in Korea
First built in 1376, here’s how you can find Busan’s temple by the sea also known as the most beautiful temple in Korea. Location: Haedong Yonggungsa TempleAddress: 86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-gun, Busan 부산광역시 기장군 기장읍 용궁길 86 Open hours: 04:30-19:20Entrance: FREE.99 but there are areas within the temple where you can make optional donations to the Continue reading
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Unique Souvenirs from Seoul: Wappen House
📍Wappen House (scattered all around Seoul, mostly in the Myeongdong area— beware some branches get PACKED)⏰ 09:00 – 00:00 (midnight); no reservations needed💵 starts at KRW1,000 upwards depending on your base product (bag tag, pouch, tote bag, etc.) and number of heat pressed charms/patches or add-on embroidery If you aren’t feeling creative enough, they also Continue reading
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GUIDE FOR THE ANXIOUS: Ichiran Ramen
If you’re an anxious person like me that needs to look up how to act right at restaurants, this literal step by step guide is for you. Continue reading
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How to Make a Custom T Money Card
If you’re looking for a unique yet practical souvenir from your trip to Seoul, this one’s for you!! Here’s a no bullshit guide to making your very own customized transportation card. Machine: OPPACARD Locations (that I know of): Is the machine only in Korean? There are other languages available like English or Chinese Price: ₩7,000 Continue reading
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We Took the Train to Busan…to Make Perfume
In all honesty, I don’t understand why that movie made it seem like getting to Busan was that hard. It was literally just 1 train ride away from Seoul. Anyways, here’s a super cool activity to do while in Busan aside from training for a potential zombie apocalypse like everyone else in that town. The Continue reading
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Chismis spots for my fellow Titas of Manila
Hello mga mars! Here’s a list of some of my favorite restaurants/cafes I love going to with my friends to catch up whenever I’m back in the Motherland. Disclaimer: trends move fast in the Philippines and this is based on my college years + my trip last 2022. But at the same time…I’m also #taga-South Continue reading
About Me
An avid stress traveller based in the SF Bay Area, but only outgoing during hot girl seasons. Which just so happens to be every season but I just pick my battles.
travel blog, minus the bull$hit 