Why We Left Singapore
When I first left the Philippines to work in Singapore in 2012, I was only planning to stay until my two-year contract ends. Leaving to work abroad is a pretty…
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12 Instagrammable Places in Singapore
Singapore may just be a dot on the map but there’s no shortage of insta-worthy spaces in this tiny country. There are always cute cafes, creative murals or colorful shophouses…
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Leaving Singapore: The Things I’m Going to Miss
I can’t believe the time has come for me to write this post. It feels like yesterday when I made the decision to move abroad. I still remember the confusion,…
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Explore Singapore: The Gems of Tiong Bahru
Tiong Bahru is one of the “hip” places to explore in downtown Singapore. Contrary to high-rise buildings and HDB apartments scattered around the country, this residential estate is a conservation…
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Explore Singapore: Looksee Looksee
I have a thing for bright spaces and pastel palettes. Our wedding was spring inspired, or you can check out my Instagram feed and you’ll know what I mean. ^^…
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One Week Itinerary: Japan on Spring
T here are a lot of great regions to visit in Japan and one week is obviously not enough. Since it was our first visit to the country, we decided…
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Daytrip from Tokyo: Showa Kinen Park
J ust an hour west of Tokyo Metropolis is Showa Kinen Park. We only found out about the place the night before while looking for alternative side trips. I initially…
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Photo Diary: Exploring Kyoto, Japan
I f you want to have a feel of Japan in its golden days, then Kyoto is the perfect place to be. It boasts well-preserved temples, beautiful gardens, quiet shrines,…
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Boating at Chidori-ga-fuchi Park, Japan
O n our first day in Tokyo, we headed first to Chidori-ga-fuchi Park to see more of the sakura. The average full bloom of the cherry trees in Tokyo started…
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Japan: Exploring Nara in One Day
W e finally made it to Japan! A lot of travelers all over the world flock to this country for sakura blooms every spring season. Who wouldn’t? Like pink clouds…
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Beware & Be Aware: Avoid These Tourist Traps Around the World
Travelers looking to make the most of their trip effortlessly fall trap to different holiday tactics. I know the feeling. When you’re fascinated with new things surrounding you and busy…
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20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Bagan
With over 2,200 temples, pagodas, monasteries and monuments – Bagan is overflowing with historic and cultural wealth. Majority of these structures were built in 11th and 13th century but were…
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Explore Singapore: Gardens By The Bay
Gardens by the Bay always come on top of the popular attractions to visit in Singapore, and that’s for a good reason. It showcases two climate-controlled conservatories that have won…
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Bagan Guide in 10 Steps
Myanmar had only recently opened its doors to tourism. For decades, the general public were afraid to visit the country because of its previous oppressive military government. When the leadership…
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Bagan: Chasing Sunsets, Temples and Pagodas
It’s been a month since we came back from our Easter holiday in Bagan – a sleepy little village in Myanmar. The slow internet that is available only in selected…
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Yangon: A City Without Skyscrapers
Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, wasn’t high on my list of places to go to. I had little interest because of its obvious similarities with other Asian territories, my hometown…
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Four Years in Singapore: The Expat Life
This month marks my 4 years in Singapore. FOUR YEARS!! Four years since I packed my life in a suitcase and ventured into a life of independence. Four years since…
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Explore Singapore: Sunset at Marina Barrage
While Singapore doesn’t have a great area of natural landscapes and sceneries, it does have beautiful man-made structures and buildings that modestly brag the country’s prosperity. Its main cityscape at…
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