Travel Tips and Guide
Blog posts about general advice, hacks, packing lists, and airport guides
How to Save Money on Airbnb? A week in Manila for PHP 350 Nobody knew how I struggled in Manila for almost two weeks with less money during the last few days of April and early May. Just imagine, I was in Taiwan for the spring season for 25 days in April 2017 (April 2…
Sharing to you my one day trip to Yokohama from Tokyo travel guide. This trip was one of the many unforgettable trips in Japan. This is what happens when you travel solo. You will meet a lot of people in the hostels, in the club, or maybe in the bar. Who knows, just a seatmate…
I never thought that I would always have a yearly trip to Palawan, which started back in 2014. I always find myself booking a one-way ticket. Maybe I am just lucky that I found good friends who live in Palawan. I never heard of this little village called Port Barton. Last June 2017, I got the chance to…
5 Common Mistakes Travelers Make When on Holiday There are plenty of things to keep in mind when traveling. So long as you’re sensible, vigilant and keen, you’ll be in for an unforgettable experience – but there are things to look out for in order to keep it that way. Here are 5 common mistakes…
Would you believe that I’ve been to Siargao recently? Yes, it happened last March 2017. A few years ago, several people have asked me the question if I’ve been there just because it’s a must place visit for backpackers. I was hesitant to visit because it was far and I had no idea how to…
How to get free accommodation while traveling? As a frequent solo traveler in the past few years, I have received several inquiries on how to get free accommodation while traveling. Some of the experiences that I had were just accidental. In some situation, I submitted my resume to see if my skills fit their needs. I…
Introduction First of all, this blog post happened during my fourth trip to Taiwan with no plans, and no expectations, and everything was crazy on the spot. This travel experience is not for the faint-hearted, especially for female solo travelers. It needs guts and self-confidence. You have to be mentally ready for a worst-case scenario….
Hi, everyone! I will just create a quick blog post about this 4 Days 3 Nights Taipei, Taiwan solo travel for less than US $200 as I’ve been receiving messages and how I did it. Everything was DIY or Do It Yourself, and I had no itinerary at first, but here are the amazing things…
At last! It has been long overdue since I haven’t created a follow-up blog post about Japan. Most of the time I stayed a lot in Tokyo for a total of 16 days and Osaka in 5 days. Here are a sample Japan trip itineraries I created but most are based on my experience. Sample…
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,…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roxanne Tamayo (@itravelrox) A few months ago, my sister went to Calbayog City, Samar for work while I was traveling somewhere just here in the Philippines. I told myself that someday I could visit this island but I had no idea what to do in Samar. Fortunately, last…
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…
Cebu City Travel Guide is up. Here are some quick things to do in Cebu City when you feel bored and have nothing to do. As a person living in the province of Cebu, where I live an hour away from Cebu City, there are times that I’ve been stuck at home because of work…
When I started traveling in 2013 out of the country which the first was in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I told myself that I would fly to a different country once a year. It happened again in 2014, so I was able to visit Hong Kong and Macau and my first official solo travel out of the country…
How I Almost Got Offloaded as a Freelancer? It was my first out of the country trip for my 4 Days and 3 Nights in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in September 2013. My Philippine passport was so fresh at that time, which I applied for it in January 2013. Got enticed to book my first international trip after…
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 —…