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One Day in Cebu – How to Spend 24 Hours in Cebu
Cebu City, also known as the Queen City of the South, is one of the top destinations in the Philippines. Cebu has everything you are looking for, from Instagrammable spots, beautiful islands, temples, churches, and many more. I love how there’s also a lot I can do in one day in Cebu. You can also easily take day trips to other cities from Cebu. If you are a big fan of adventure, take a day trip to Oslob from Cebu and swim with whale sharks. If you are more into nature, then you would enjoy taking a day trip to Bohol and see the famous chocolate hills. For this blog…
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Yuyuan Garden – Classic Chinese Garden in Shanghai
Yuyuan Garden Yuyuan Garden is a 400 years old garden in Shanghai, China. It was first built during the Ming dynasty by Pan for his parents. It is considered to be the best garden in Shanghai. If you are traveling to Shanghai, Yuyuan garden is definitely a must-visit. It is one of the top things to do in Shanghai. It is also one of the most top Instagram spots in Shanghai. Note that Yuyuan Garden will be closed every Monday excluding public holidays. Money-Saving Tip: Whenever I book hotels or any travel activities, I have Rakuten on my chrome extension to earn cashback and save more money. *This site contains…
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Temple of Leah – Taj Mahal of Cebu, Philippines
Temple of Leah Everyone knows the story of the Taj Mahal in India. The emperor of India built it in memory of his favorite wife. The temple of Leah in Cebu, Philippines has also a similar backstory with the Taj Mahal in India. Teodorico Soriano Adarna built the Temple of Leah as a symbol or gesture of his love for his late wife, Leah Albino-Adarna. They have been married for 50+ years and they are also the parents of the famous Filipina actress Ellen Adarna. *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no additional cost to…
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1919 Grand Cafe – Hidden Gem in Binondo, Manila
The former HSBS building, which is 97 years old, is one of the oldest heritage gems in Manila. It has now been renovated and transformed into a very elegant and upscale cafe in Binondo, the 1919 Grand Cafe. How to Get There Take a local jeep bound for Divisoria and get off at Ongpin street or in front of the Binondo church Walk straight on Juan Luna street until you find this cafe For convenience, you can either take a taxi or book a grab to 1919 Grand Cafe Are you trying out Airbnb for the first time? Use my referral code to get $40 off on your first stay!…
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Hotels in Osaka – Top 10 Hotels in Osaka
Osaka is the third biggest city in Japan next to Tokyo and Yokohama. It is one of the most visited cities in Japan as well. Osaka is best known for its delicious street food and laidback atmosphere. Travelers usually prefer Osaka over Tokyo. If you are traveling to Osaka and have no idea where to stay, here are my top 10 hotels in Osaka for you. *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no additional cost to you as a consumer. I only recommend products or services I use and enjoy.* Are you traveling to Japan…
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Farmer’s Love Agri Farm -Flower Farm in the Philippines
When you think about the Philippines, beach resorts and islands would immediately come to your mind. You would not imagine that the Philippines would have a flower field. When you hear the word flower field, the one in the Netherlands, Hokkaido, or the lavender field in Provence would immediately come to mind. Fortunately for Filipinos, the Philippines also has its own flower field in Tarlac. The Farmer’s Love Agri Farm is similar or a mini version of the famous flower fields in the Netherlands. *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no additional cost to you…
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Goshen Resort – European Inspired Resort in the Philippines
A two-hour bus ride from Manila will land you in one of the hidden gems and one of the most unique attractions in the Philippines. Located in Bamban, Tarlac and just 15 minutes away from Clark international airport, Goshen resort is inspired by European architecture. Traveling to the Philippines or Asia? Check out these amazing Asia tours available 🙂 *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no additional cost to you as a consumer. I only recommend products or services I use and enjoy.* Goshen resort is actually still on its soft opening. It was not…
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My First Airbnb Experience – Airbnb in Cebu
It’s been a few years since I’ve heard about Airbnb. I have created my Airbnb account since 2016. While I was planning my one week in Japan trip, I actually looked for a great place to stay in the Airbnb app. In the end, we decided to just book the Infinity Hotel Dome Osaka. It was one of the most unique hotels we’ve stayed at. There was no staff and have a self-check-in and self check-out system. It sounds a bit complicated but it was not. They will email you all the details you need to know before your trip. My favorite part about it is that it looks like…
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Sirao Garden – Little Amsterdam of Cebu
It’s my first time to visit Cebu and it has become my favorite travel destination in the Philippines. Cebu is one of the top destinations to visit in the Philippines. It has everything you are looking for, from instagrammable spots to beautiful islands and beaches, and tall skyscrapers. One of the best places we’ve visited in Cebu is the Sirao Garden also known as the little Amsterdam of Cebu. *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no additional cost to you as a consumer. I only recommend products or services I use and enjoy.* How to…
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Things to Do in Shanghai – The Paris of the East
Also known as Paris of the East, Shanghai is one of the best cities in China. Shanghai is often overlooked and is usually just a stopover for most travelers. It looks like there’s not much to see and do since it is full of tall buildings. However, there are a lot of things to do in Shanghai. You can easily spend a week here and not be able to explore everything this city can offer. Here are 25 things to do in Shanghai that you should not miss. *This site contains affiliate links. I may receive commissions when you make a purchase from the link I have provided with no…
