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MONEY TALK | I Fear of Going Broke in a Foreign Country

TAINAN, TAIWAN | It’s been eight months since I left the Philippines. It’s been eight months since I left my beautiful life in Cebu, moved my four urban felines and books to the countryside, and gave up my little apartment in Cebu City. I’m here in Taiwan for a month […]

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MONEY TALK | Can You Really Save by Cooking for Yourself?

Some people at work were somewhat surprised to learn that I do not only do something domestic but I actually love doing them; say handwashing clothes (no, it is not a primitive way, just a matter of preference), interior designing my little place, and cooking. Once you start wearing the […]

How to Get Australian Visa? The Fast and Easy Way.

A Traveler’s Honest Talk on Money

EDIT: This was written in 2016. A lot has changed in my life. I moved to Vietnam, went back to teaching, and lived the expat life. In November 2021, my two cats and I moved to Munich, Germany. You can follow me on Instagram: @jonajournals for more current life updates. I am […]

Money Guide for Travelers from Developing Countries: Why You Must Have a Separate Travel Fund Bank Account

Money Guide for Travelers from Developing Countries is not usually discussed. Personally, the courage to travel is one thing; having the dough to travel is another. In most cases, I build my courage and travel fund together. The Importance of Why You Should Keep a Separate Travel Fund Account should […]

one of the best independent bookstores in seattle

These 16 Independent Bookstores in Seattle Are Sure Worthy of Your Time and Money

Seattle is a city with an infectious love for literature and a thriving independent bookstore scene. Visitors to the city should not miss the opportunity to explore the many charming and unique bookstores that Seattle has to offer. From the iconic and the hip to the cozy neighborhood feel, each […]

How to Get Australian Visa? The Fast and Easy Way.

How I Saved Up Php180000 [$3700] for My Year-long Trip?

EDIT: This was written in 2016. A lot has changed in my life. You can follow me on Instagram: @jonajournals  First, let me tell you a little story. My older sister, a single mom who is raising her two sons alone, bought a piece of land some months ago. She […]

the small building on the top of monte san salvatore: one day itinerary in Lugano Switzerland

Dear April, Dreams Know No Age. So Do It.

Hello Jona, I’ve been following you for a while now. I love reading your posts because I see in you the ME I could have been had I the courage and the opportunity to get out of my comfort zone many many years ago.  I am older by close to […]

the small building on the top of monte san salvatore: one day itinerary in Lugano Switzerland

One Day in Lugano: The Best Things to Do

Lugano is a picturesque town located on the steep shores of a stunning alpine lake that stretches into both Switzerland and Italy. The city blends Swiss efficiency with Italian charm. It boasts an array of attractions, including Renaissance churches, belle époque hotels, modernist villas, casinos, and lush gardens with palm […]

Weekend Thoughts: On Schadenfreude, Glückschmerz, and Compersion

Weekend Thoughts: On Schadenfreude, Glückschmerz, and Compersion

With my German exam looming in the air and some unexpected news, I shouldn’t have time to pin yet another useless weekend thoughts on something so trivial triggered by a clickbait post seen on Facebook. It says study confirms that nobody gives a shit about your vacation pictures with a […]

Ultimate Travel Guide to Southern Cebu Philippines 2016

Your Ultimate South Cebu Tourist Spots Guide from a Local

Last edit: February 2023 | I included a frequently asked questions section at the bottom of this South Cebu Tourist Spots | Things to Do in South Cebu post. If you got a question, fill free to leave a comment below. I check my blog all the time and answer […]

Poor but Wants to Travel Abroad

Yes! Not Everyone Can Quit Their Jobs to Travel Abroad

EDIT: This was written in 2016. A lot has changed in my life. I moved to Vietnam, went back to teaching, and lived the expat life. In November 2021, my two cats and I moved to Munich, Germany. You can follow me on Instagram: @jonajournals for more current life updates. Some […]

Leave Everything Behind and Travel the World

A Developing Country Citizen’s Perspective: What’s Wrong with “Leave Everything Behind and Travel the World”

 I shared the table with a Dutch traveler for our complimentary breakfast of coffee, two toasts, and few slices of melon—something that the Burmese or us Filipinos do not normally have for breakfast. But I enjoyed it, nonetheless, especially after an hour or so of pedaling on sandy paths, checking […]