March 2, 2023
Last updated: January 2023 It was my first trip abroad (2015), and going somewhere that was rarely traveled to appeal to the rebellious and the reckless in me. A week in Malaysia would mean a selfie with the Petronas Tower at the least, a walk around Penang, a glimpse of […]
March 1, 2023
Having stayed in Split for a week, I entertained the idea of moving there. It has everything I, who is used to tropical weather and beaches, need. It is coastal, has really nice beaches and neighboring islands, and a great selection of wine and cheese. It is not as expensive […]
March 1, 2023
Toshikazu Kawaguchi, Mohsin Hamid, Carmen Maria Machado, Tracy K. Smith, Aimee Nezhukumatathil, and Little Gems on the Internet I aimed for fifty books read last year. I only read 20. I still considered it as an achievement of sort, considering the personal turmoil I had adapting to a new country. Before coming […]
February 28, 2023
Wondering where to eat in Cebu? These top Filipino Restaurants in Cebu are based on personal experience and preference. It’s totally not unheard-of that Cebu is one of the leading tourist destinations in the Philippines. Centrally located in the Philippine archipelago, Cebu, dubbed as the “Queen City of the South” […]
February 23, 2023
Before visiting Singapore, twice in fact, there is always that rumor that it is an expensive country to travel. It is not actually true. Singapore can grow on you. Acclaimed for its elegant architecture, manicured urban landscapes, and sumptuous dishes, Singapore attracts both Asian and western travelers. But some hesitate […]
February 23, 2023
Before traveling to India, I braced myself for the possible unpleasant encounters with misogyny and utter poverty I often heard from news. Some said, expect people to poo by the road. Yeah, we saw that. Even stepped onto one in Old Delhi. Expect to be tailed. Yes, we experienced that. Expect […]
February 21, 2023
I never thought I would see something so Asian, so unabashedly Thai, in the middle of nowhere in Berlin. But there it is, the best Thai food in Berlin. Thaipark is a weekend paradise for many Thai food lovers in this German capital. It is not a secret, but you […]
February 21, 2023
Cambodia, oddly, did not appeal to me at first. I kept on skipping it. Perhaps because its neighboring countries, Vietnam and Thailand, made a great deal of first impressions on me that this Angelina Jolie clad in cat suit country failed to capture me. To kick off my year-long trip […]
February 20, 2023
SAMAR TRAVEL GUIDE | Or a personal narrative of doing it | A NOTE FROM JONA THE WITCH: I’ve been away from the Philippines longer than my heartbreak. Yet, this modest of a digital space for ramblings still got some media trip invitations. With Ha Noi, Viet Nam as my current […]
February 20, 2023
Puerto Princesa Underground River Travel Guide covers everything you need to know fully enjoy one of the seven wonders of the world! This gorgeous underground paradise is a place that you can actually visit. What’s commonly known as the Puerto Princesa Underground River is an 8.2-km (5.1-mile) section of the […]
February 17, 2023
Stari Grad Hvar. Or as the Italians call it, Cittavecchia or Cittavecchia di Lesina, is a charming town nestled on the north side of the stunning Hvar Island in Dalmatia, Croatia. This place is seriously old, folks – we’re talking ancient! In fact, it’s one of the oldest towns in […]
February 14, 2023
From its vibrant food scene and sandy white beaches to the gorgeous Mayan ruins, there’s so much to do in Tulum. This is one of the most popular tourist towns in Riviera Maya and is known for its crystal-clear cenotes, where visitors enjoy swimming and snorkeling. There are so many […]