Manila, being the country’s capital, is a hustling and bustling city filled with people always in a rush to get someplace. Also known for its notorious heavy traffic, but don’t let that hinder the shopper in you; wake up early, get on the road before the others and problem solved! If you’re on a budget and you don’t mind pushing through crowds of people, then head over to Divisoria. Here, you can find literally almost everything under the sun, from clothes to services like photo editing and they even sell retail and wholesale goods. It’s the haven for budget shoppers who want to optimize their money up to the last cent. Divisoria’s main street is Claro M. Recto Avenue, There’s a ton of options to get there, private vehicle, MRT, jeepney, etc. With the crowds of people there, remember to watch out for your stuff, dress casually, don’t wear jewelry and don’t whip out that expensive phone; in that crowd, you may never know who take interest. But if you’re into high-end items and prefer to find everything in one place, a better choice would be Robinson’s Place Manila. We guarantee that you’ll never miss this location since it’s […]
Unbeknownst to a lot of people, a little beautifully preserved Spanish town still lies in Vigan. Calle Crisologo is only one among the very few Hispanic Towns left in the Philippines and is also an official World Heritage Site. This small town will allow tourists a sneak peek into a time where the Vigans lived prosperously due to the Manila-Acapulco trade. Calle Crisologo is filled with Spanish-style houses built with red-tiled roofs, enormous doors or staircases, high ceilings, thick walls and magnificent sliding windows made out of capiz shells. They are a treasure indeed, so the owners strive to maintain their picture-perfect beauty. Some houses were transformed into little shops that sell the best products found in Vigan, like woodcrafts, antiques, food, basi wine and more. While the others were turned into inns, checking in will let you experience all the beauty of it even more. If you want to take an even closer look the fine woodwork and craftsmanship, then search for some of the houses that were turned into museums instead. A guide through four blocks of pure history will only cost you five hundred pesos. The best part is you don’t have to walk, you can take […]
Family holidays are essential for building memories for both you and your children. There are some things you have to do before your kids grow up – read on to find out more! Hawaii Being a child is wrapped up in memories of spending long summer days at the beach, so make sure you do this with your children before they grow up. There are lots of locations that offer luxury beaches, but Hawaii has to be near the top of the list. It’s a stunning location with endless sun and beautiful sandy beaches. The waters are warm and safe too, so you’ll probably spend a lot of time swimming with the kids and having fun in the sea. It also gives them the chance to experience a new culture and way of living that they probably knew nothing about before, and that’s always a good thing. Lapland Taking the kids to Lapland for Christmas is a great way to give them something special that they’ll remember for the rest of their lives. It really does feel like you’ve arrived in a magical world like the North Pole when you reach Lapland. So, image how that feels for a child! […]
Scandinavia is a loose grouping of several countries in northern Europe. Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland are the 5 countries usually considered Scandinavian. It’s a beautiful region with a lot to offer visitors. So, here’s a guide to help you out if you’re travelling to that part of the world soon. Image Source How to Travel You can travel to Scandinavian countries by plane or ferry, or even train if you’re arriving from central Europe. Plane travel is the option that most foreign visitors opt for though. Once you’re in Scandinavia, it is probably best to use the public transport links to get around as they are usually pretty reliable. Trains are especially useful if you’re looking for a quick and relatively cheap way to get between Denmark, Sweden and Norway. But the further north you go, the number of rail services gets fewer. So, if you’re going to Finland, it might be easier to travel there from southern Scandinavia by plane. What to Do There’s plenty to do in Scandinavia, so you won’t ever be short of options. If you’re wondering how to experience the aurora borealis, Scandinavia is definitely the place to go. Iceland and Finland both […]
Italy is famous for its style, culture, and food. It is the height of fashion, with some of the world’s biggest designers emerging from its cities. In terms of food, you won’t find a better pizza anywhere else on the planet. Yes, even you, Chicago. The Italian’s touch when it comes to pasta, bread and pizza is second to none. Italy also has, arguably, more prominent tourist cities than any other European country. In this post, we’ll bring you some of the best; from the popular, to the less travelled. Rome – We couldn’t possibly create a list of Italian cities without Rome, or Roma. It is Italy’s capital and its cultural heart. It is the single biggest reminder of the Roman civilisation with remnants and artifacts across the city. Here you’ll discover the Colosseum, medieval churches and renaissance palaces. It’s also an iconic religious destination with St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican both located close by. Milano – The northern city is Italy’s style and fashion capital. In fact, it’s the style and fashion capital of the world. Held in the same regard as London, Paris and New York, it is the purveyor of modern style. The city itself […]
Of the thousand islands in the Philippines, why not take on a hundred at once (123 to be exact)? Out of all these islands, only three were really developed so you’ll have a lot more to explore. These captivating islets are inhabited by humans, but are teeming with various kinds of plants and animals all waiting to be discovered. How to get there? Well, since it’s located in Alaminos, Pangasinan and there’s no way to get there through plane or boat, you and your companions need to take a 4 hour bus ride from Manila. Once there, take a tricycle to Lucap Pier, tourists need to pay some fees, but they get to choose from boats or kayaks and even snorkels if they want. Camping at the islands is also allowed, just as long as you pay for the fees and rent a tent, but you can also bring your own. There are a lot of things to do besides swimming, kayaking and eating. You can tap on your adventurous side and explore the Quirino Caves or any of the 10 available ones. You can find various things in them like native bats, stalactites, stalagmites and rock formations. Though you […]
Prague to Athens: Departure: 9:30am Terminal 1 via AirSerbia [Layover: 1 h 55 m] X4U35B Arrival: ATH 3:55pm DAY 1 May 20 – Athens Zorbas Hostel (Zorbas Hostel) Address: 10, Gkyilfordou, Athens, 10434 , Greece Phone: +302108224927 How to get there? Take M3 Line towards Μ3towards ΑΕΡΟΔΡΟΜΙΟ – ΔΟΥΚ. ΠΛΑΚΕΝΤΙΑΣ – ΑΓΙΑ ΜΑΡΙΝΑ 42 min (16 stops) · Stop ID: 440062 Get off at Monastiraki Take M1 Towards Kifisia, get off at Victoria Walk for 1 min Places to Visit PURCHASED 12Euro FULL ADMISSION TO ALL SITES/TEMPLES/MUSEUM valid for 7 days European Students FREE, 50% discount for Non European Students National Garden – FREE Amphiaraion Archaeological Site DAY 2 – May 21 [DQRIJR] via RyanAir – Santorini Take the local bus outside to get to Fira Bus Terminal. From there, you can take buses going to OIA, red Beach, black beach, kamari, Perissa, etc. Places to Visit Fira, Caldeira OIA, Sunset Viewing Take a 30Euro cruise -5 hours to volcano, hot spring, oia Village : Emporio, Finikia, Megalohori, Pyrgos Red Beach Akrotiri DAY 3 May 22 Santorini Black sand Kamari Kayaking DAY 4 May 23 Athens Places to visit Olympien (Zeus temple) Panthénon (Acropole) Agora Plaka old town Vouliagmeni lake Museum ? Night club !!! (Gazi) DAY 5 May 24 – Athens to Belgium [Brussels (Charleroi) 3:50 AM Go to […]