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Vietnam - Cu Chi Tunnels

Starting the day with some Vietnamese coffee. Don't mind the book, it's in French!

On our second day in Ho Chi Minh City, we immersed ourselves into history and crept into the underground world of the guerrilla warfare.

Peach Holiday

It's been 3 years since I've last attended our company's year-end party. It's always scheduled during the first week of December and it conflicts with my out of country trips and other events. Every year, a theme is decided through a voting system and "Gatsby Gala" was chosen by the majority of the employees. I was hesitant to attend at first because I am cramped up with time and looking for a dress is not easy (right, girls?). But with a little convincing power from my friends at work, I confirmed my attendance. 

Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Part 2

After having lunch, we continued our city walk around Ho Chi Minh City. The best part about touring Ho Chi Minh is that it doesn't cost you a lot to visit the attractions. These spots are all within walking distance, you don't need a cab to go from one place to another! The second part of our city tour is more on visiting the architectures built during the French colony - all visited for FREE.

Why Am I Still Single

I guess single people who are in the same age group as me had been asked once or twice, "maganda ka naman, bakit wala ka pang boyfriend/asawa?" OR "kailan ka mag-aasawa?" Usually my response would be a comeback like, "bukas na lang po, gabi na", or I would just simply shrug my shoulders and say "ewan ko". 

Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Part 1

My trip in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam was so far, the most educational. Ho Chi Minh, commonly known as Saigon, is a city of discovery. It has its haunting past, alleys of French colonial architectures, 21st century high-end malls, tasty street stalls, and night markets. This mixture breathes life to the beautiful city of Ho Chi Minh.

Ilocos Norte - La Paz Sand Dunes and Saramsam

Two days is not enough to tour around Ilocos Norte, we had to choose one last place to visit before we go back to Manila. On our last day, we decided to ride a 4 by 4 and experience the sand dunes in Laoag.

Kapuluan Vista Restaurant

Kapuluan Vista Restaurant in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte is highly raved by my friend because of its freshly prepared offerings. They have their own organic garden where they pick the ingredients. I find this very unique from all the restaurants I've been to. I mean, who doesn't want their food served fresh right?

Ilocos Norte - Bangui Wind Farm and Saud Beach

The place where the enormous windmills stood is located between South China Sea and Pacific Ocean. It gets more winds than any other places in Ilocos Norte, thus they installed these wind turbines for sustainable energy. These windmill giants generate energy and supply electricity to 40% of the province, making it the largest in Southeast Asia. Yes, there is more than meets the eye. This was our next stop - The Bangui Wind Farm.

Ilocos Norte - Cape Bojeador Lighthouse and Kapurpurawan Rock Formation

I went to Ilocos Norte last May 2016 (okay, I know, this is a long overdue blog post) to visit a good friend who was relocated in Laoag City. It was a 10-hour bus trip from Manila, but we traveled at night to sleep the hours off in the bus. The visit, of course, included side trips to discover Ilocos Norte's wonders.

Cafe Mithi: A Cafe for Dreamers and Makers

I chanced upon Maginhawa Street one Sunday morning on my way back home from UP Diliman. I was biking with some friends when the rain started pouring. We needed to find a place for shelter to keep us (and our bikes) dry. We found Cafe Mithi, a quaint, cozy, little cafe situated at the farthest end of Maginhawa Street. 

Hong Kong - Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

Our last day in Hong Kong was spent killing time around Tsim Sha Tsui harbour front and Hong Kong Cultural Center. We haven't explored this part of the city that much because it's only a 10-minute walk from our hotel. Our flight back to Manila is at 7:00 PM so we strolled a bit in the morning before going to the airport. 

Visual Diary: Hong Kong Disneyland

Here are some photos from my trip to Hong Kong Disneyland last May with my cousin, Gian.

Hong Kong - Central and Temple Night Street

After the long walk around Tsim Sha Tsui area, Gian and I headed back to Central again to find some place to eat. We particularly looked for SoHo disctrict because we wanted to see art galleries, but we got lost and starved on the way. Locals have a hard time speaking in English so asking for directions is useless. This part of the city is dominated by steep and hilly terrains so walking up and down the slopes can be very tiring. Thanks to occasional cycling, I was able to keep up with the long walks.

Hong Kong - The Peak Tower and Garden of Stars

I've only written down two places to visit on our second day in Hong Kong: The Peak and Avenue of Stars. The tram was closed when we visited so we had to ride the bus all the way to the tower. When we got to The Peak Tower, it was so foggy, we couldn't see the view. We didn't purchase the Sky Terrace Pass because there's nothing much to see anyway. The Peak Tower, as what it claimed, represents the epitome of modern architecture and is one of the most stylish architectural icons in Hong Kong. 

Hong Kong - Ngong Ping Village

The heat index in Manila is rising up and being confined in an air-conditioned room doesn't do the trick. While most are soaking themselves up under the warm sun and partying at LaBoracay, my cousin and I flew to Hong Kong to experience cold weather and for a short vacation.

Onesie Party

I must admit - I am not an expert when it comes to throwing parties. I always spend my birthdays eating dinner with my family and hang out with high school friends. For the past two years that I've been joining athletic groups, I became really close with my Dragon boat team mates the most. I have been inactive for quite a while, but we still chat and get together if our schedules permit. I decided to celebrate my birthday differently this year by having a theme: Onesie Party! And how good can it get when celebrated with these adventurous, sporty, crazy people? It was definitely THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER!

Denim Shortalls

A little fact about me: I have a thing for overalls. They are cute, trendy and classic. There are several non-childish ways to style overalls, but my favorite would be wearing them with a plain cropped top. I am too shy to show my bilbil, but I can over up most of my tummy while showing a little hint of skin. 

In Photos: National Museum of the Philippines

I remember visiting this place when I was in elementary school, we went to a field trip and National Museum of the Philippines is part of the one-day itinerary. I didn't appreciate it much as a kid; I felt the statues and old paintings are looming over me. Growing up, I began having interests in the arts and visiting various museums, because hey, it is nearly impossible to exit a museum without having gained insight or information during your visit.