Paradise island. Heaven on Earth. The magical getaway. The island of the Gods. These are just some of the flattering nicknames of the famed island of Bali, located in the Indonesian province of the same name in South Pacific, between Java and Lombok. With its striking combination of green hills and volcanic mountains, rugged, lush coastlines, rice terraces and black and white sandy beaches emerged in crystal clear water, Bali deservedly stands for one of the most rewarding tourist destinations in the world. Amazing natural beauty provides a perfect backdrop for the colorful, spiritual and unique island culture based on Balinese Hinduism. Whether you are a backpacker catching one of many cheap flights to Bali or a millionaire sipping champagne in your private plane, Bali will offer you exactly what you want in terms of accommodation, exceeding your expectations and charming you every step of the way. Every visitor of “the island of the thousand temples” should take time to check out some of them. They were built in different eras and under various influences, many of them on spectacular, picturesque places, which are plentiful on the island. Just the nature surrounding them makes the trip worthwhile. Each village is […]
3 Good Friends roaming around Thailand, searching for handsome guys! Just kidding. It was July when my friend, my sister and I went to Thailand for vacation. We spent 3 nights in Penpark place. We didn’t avail a package, we did it ourselves 🙂 During our first day, we toured the entire bangkok, visited the grand palace and other famous temples. In the afternoon, we went to weekend market(Chatuchak Market)!!! SO many things to buy, and there are thousands of people. It’s really tiring! The next day, we went to pattaya and visited Ripleys Believe it or not as well the walking street where there are many foreigners and bars! There are several street food (exotic) food you must try. You can also shop around. The view along the beach is also fabolous, and also there are plenty of restaurants along the street too. We spent our last day in Thailand in Ayutthaya, and ride with their famous Elephant. I bought several baked cookies and bread as well pasalubong for my family and friends. This is actually the place, where a fil-thail film took place – Suddenly It’s Magic – Mario Maurer. It’s a lovely place. We didn’t hire any […]
Philippines have a lot to offer, it is a country known for its pristine beaches, caves and historical sites. Below are some of the activities you can take pleasure. Trekking on Banaue Rice Terraces – Situated in northern Luzon within Cordillera Mountain range, sit hundreds of miles of terraces carved into the sides of the mountains. These terraces are more than 2000 years of age and have proclaimed UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Hike on the ancient walls together with emerald green rice paddies to see the villages of the Ifugao tribes. Swim at the lake in Mt. Pinatubo – Its crater has turned into a dazzling sapphire blue lake. A 2 hour trek towards the top takes you to spectacular scenery and you will be rewarded with a lovely swim on the top. Chocolate Hills in Bohol – With over 1,200 beautifully formed hills dot the landscape in shades of green and chocolate brown. Visiting deserted Islands – Philippines is consists of more than 7,100 islands, and finding one that’s deserted and uninhabited isn’t hard to do. You may visit Hundred Islands located in Alaminos, Pangasinan; just a drive away from Manila. Diving – Philippines is home to one of […]
When the word holiday is mentioned, people often close their eyes to think of azure beaches, snowy mountains or stretches of meadows. But for those who are looking into having a unique vacation, pristine beaches and snow-capped mountains might just not make the cut on their list. If you want adventure and lots of adrenaline, here are five alternative holiday ideas to consider – Visit the Majestic Tigers of India Why not get out of the country and start your holiday by going to India? If you feel like barfing when the cultural tour is mentioned, do not immediately think that this is also what India is set to offer. Now, it’s time to explore the wild where the Oberoi luxury jungle sits. This place is in a property in Ranthambore and is home to many Indian tigers. If you get tired of taking pictures, then you can always retire in one of the luxury tents in Oberoi Vanyavilas. Here, spa and dining facilities await honeymooners and other tourists. Get in Shape Through Boot Camp Training Your well-deserved holiday need not be days of sunbathing. If you want to optimize your free time, then you might as well accomplish one […]
My friend and I decided to take a vacation in Sagada during Holyweek! Since its peak season, mostly buses are already fully booked. Luckily, we were able to saved 2 seats in Baliwag Terminal going to Solano cost us around 400. Since we are not familiar with the place, we just asked the conductor to drop us in Bagabag. We left Cubao around 10pm and arrived in Bagabag 5:30am with 3 stops over. We took the bus going to Banaue, which lasted for an hour. When we arrived in Banaue, we took another jeep going to Bontoc, the jeep will not leave until it’s full. From bontoc, we took another jeep going to Sagada. Though this is a long ride, you will surely enjoy it. The sceneries are really fascinating! Too many rice terraces! Finally, we reached Sagada around 1:30 in the afternoon. We registered at the tourism office for 50pesos. My friend created our itinerary, and since its peak season, hotel and guest houses are fully booked. Luckily, our guide helped us find a place to stay for 2 days. We rest for few hours and start to tour the place. The weather is HOT and COLD In […]
The Philippines is a country whose origins, history, and culture are firmly rooted in the heritage of its people’s forefathers. Filipinos are renowned all over the globe for their friendliness and hospitality. They are a highly educated, accommodating, and fun loving people. For years, the fascinating islands of the Philippines have become a popular tourist destination not only because of the amazing sights and sounds of the country’s more than 7,000 islands, but also because of its people, whose ability to speak and understand the English language fluently and proficiently has made them very easy to communicate with. A trip to the Philippines is almost synonymous to being on a trip to an island getaway, with countless beautiful world-class beaches such as those found in Boracay and Panglao. The country is also known for its excellent diving spots, namely those in Bohol, Cebu, Puerto Galera, Subic, and Coron Bay. You can even go swimming while exploring the enchanting caves and some of the majestic underground rivers of Palawan and Bolinao, Pangasinan. Next, uncover the secrets of the many volcanos in the Philippines, such as those in Albay, and most popularly, in Taal, Batangas, where a lake sits in the middle […]
Goa is probably the most famous vacation destination in India for westerners. And there is a good reason why. Not only Goa is the best beach vacation environment in entire India, but its culture is distinct from the rest of the country as well, probably because Goa had been a Portuguese colony for over four centuries. With its rich beauty and stunning beaches, there is quite a lot to see and do here. Beaches For starters, Goa is not a city, but a state with several villages. And with a coastline 70 km long and a lot of sunshine, you know you are headed for a perfect beach holiday. Sunset Palolem Beach, Baga Beach, Arambol Beach and Morjim offer paragliding and kite surfing opportunities. Other prominent beaches include Palolem, Dona Paula, Miramar, Polem, Colva, Candolim, Calangute, Agonda or the Turtle Beach and Anjuna and Vagator. Diving Goa has a rich marine life but not many diving sites. Go to Grand Islande and Pigeon Island for a taste of the diving there and not in May to October due to the Monsoons. Architecture & Literary Treasures One of the highlights of Goa is its unique and distinct Portuguese colonial architecture. Among […]