My First Solo trip to Japan: a Mix of Disaster, Fun and Adventure
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My First Solo trip to Japan: a Mix of Disaster, Fun and Adventure

I consider my first solo out of the country trip to Japan a memorable one although it started like I almost needed to cancel due to a family crisis. Indeed, Japan a Mix of Disaster Fun and Adventure. Got my Japan visa approved. Travel fund is ready. I was just waiting for the month of…

Concert Photography: Maroon 5 Concert Singapore 2015
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Concert Photography: Maroon 5 Concert Singapore 2015

Watching a Maroon 5 concert in Singapore was a dream come true. Well, I was hitting several birds with one stone because 1) to watch Adam Levine and Maroon 5 performing, 2) to travel Singapore and 3) to do solo backpacking. All happened in September 2015 during the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. On my Facebook timeline,…

Visa-Free Travel Taiwan Using Japan Visa for Philippines Passport Holders
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Visa-Free Travel Taiwan Using Japan Visa for Philippines Passport Holders

Possible: Visa-Free Travel Taiwan Using Japan Visa True, it is now possible for a visa-free travel Taiwan, sharing to you how to get ROC Taiwan Travel Authorization Certificate using Japan visa. In few days, I will be traveling to Taiwan for the first time. I am not yet prepared, I haven’t packed my bags yet. Currently,…

Cebu South on a Budget
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Moalboal Travel Guide

Here’s a Moalboal Travel Guide for all my readers.  Moalboal, a coastal town in Cebu, Philippines, is a paradise for beach lovers, divers, and adventure seekers. Known for its rich marine biodiversity, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife, Moalboal is a must-visit destination. Whether you’re a backpacker, a family traveler, or looking for a luxurious getaway,…

Japan Travel Itinerary 14 Days for First Timers: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Yokohama
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Japan Travel Itinerary 14 Days for First Timers: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Yokohama

My budget Japan Travel Itinerary 14 Days has been the first and most ambitious trip that I have ever. If you were aware of my previous post about what happened to my father, my travel fund for Japan was already wiped out. There was hesitation on my part if I should pursue this trip or…

Pictures of Thresher Sharks Malapascua Island
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Pictures of Thresher Sharks Malapascua Island

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roxanne Tamayo (@itravelrox) Hi, everyone! I am proud to show you some of the pictures of thresher sharks of Malapascua Island. Philippines Vote Yes for Thresher Sharks Malapascua Island In perfect timing for this advocacy, I voted yes for Thresher Sharks Malapascua Island. Monad Shoal on…

Aventura Siquijor Bed & Breakfast – My Stay Experience in Siquijor
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Aventura Siquijor Bed & Breakfast – My Stay Experience in Siquijor

Aventura Siquijor Bed & Breakfast Aventura Siquijor Bed & Breakfast is a small hostel which is located in San Juan, Siquijor (opposite side of the Petron gas station). It is really near to Capilay Spring Park and a 2-minute walking distance to the beach. It is an old traditional house in a typical Filipino neighborhood….

How to Travel to Japan on a Cheap Budget 2025
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How to Travel to Japan on a Cheap Budget 2025

Is Japan expensive? How to travel to Japan on a cheap budget? Think again! Japan was surprisingly affordable for me from the Philippines but it is quite expensive coming from the United States and Europe. This guide breaks down everything you need to know — from budget flights to cheap eats and discount passes —…

First Couchsurfing Experience in Penang, Malaysia
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First Couchsurfing Experience in Penang, Malaysia

Here is my First Couchsurfing experience in Penang, Malaysia. I’ve been a member of Couchsurfing.com in 2012 but it was just last year I was able to use the potential of the website about getting a free accommodation while traveling. I only had two nights in Penang, Malaysia last September 2015 before I flew to…

Red Carabao Community – My First Solo Trip in Manila
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Red Carabao Community – My First Solo Trip in Manila

This was right after my second trip in Japan because my return trip was to Manila and it was the cheapest ticket that I found rather than flying back straight to Cebu. I’ve been to Manila many times but with friends. I’ve been to five countries doing solo traveling with no problems at all but a…

The Second Time Around in El Nido, Palawan with Free Island Hopping Tour
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The Second Time Around in El Nido, Palawan with Free Island Hopping Tour

I had beautiful memories here in El Nido, Palawan last year and this time I am truly alone. I stayed here for four days as the next day I had to go to Liminangcong to visit a friend. But still, I had a good time in El Nido as the locals were taking care of me….