October 19, 2023
It is in my DNA to check out the local bookstore scene wherever I am. Most of my favorites are usually independent bookstores that have that well-kept forgottenness kind of vibe. If you get my drift. Think of Paris’ Shakespeare and Co. Or Hanoi’s Tiny Cafe franchise (although this one […]
October 18, 2023
I would not pretend I knew anything about Maastricht (The Netherlands). I was in Bielefeld for work and told my then-coworker, I would squeeze a weekend trip to Aachen and Cologne. And she, a local in the area, told me I should check out Maastricht too as a day trip […]
October 3, 2023
I have a flippant mind, but in this life, my obsessions have been quite consistent the past fifteen years or so. Books. Cats. Travel. Plants. My hobbies, as I love saying now in German, das passt nicht zusammen. They don’t fit together. Well, living in a camper van will make […]
September 22, 2023
Prague was the second European city that I traveled to solo. Traveling to Paris solo didn’t really count since every day I spent with friends that I hadn’t seen for so long, and while I spent some days alone in Split, Croatia, most days were spent with some marvelous girls […]
May 10, 2023
Personally, Hvar Island was my bet among the Croatian islands I visited. It got this Mediterranean-Adriatic vibe. I’m a sucker of overlooking the sea spots, and Hvar, especially its many beaches, has plenty of that. Hvar Island is a sun-soaked paradise with beaches that are the stuff of legends and […]
May 9, 2023
When you visit Lugano, there are two things that come to mind, Lugano Lake and the mountains. For us, who only had one day in Lugano (check if you want see how maximized our day in Lugano), we picked Monte San Salvatore over Monte Brè since we could squeeze a […]
March 13, 2023
The fact you’re googling the best time to visit Paris is a sign that you’re finally planning your Paris trip. Yey! And you start it right. Before packing your bags, let’s talk about the most important aspect of your journey – timing. Choosing the right time to visit Paris can […]
March 5, 2023
A beach dotted with blue and yellow sun umbrellas. Lounge seats perfectly lined up like soldiers. Beach peddlers with their kites, trinkets, beach towels, and hats. And a man who occasionally passed by with his wheeled cart of ice cream, beer, and cocktails. And the glorious sun, sky, and alternating […]
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 6, 2023
As someone who grew up in archipelagic country like the Philippines and traveled extensively around Southeast Asia, Europe, especially the Schengen region, is fascinating to me. Now living in Munich, I find it fascinating that you can be in new country for lunch and come back home for dinner. That […]
January 27, 2023
Welcome to Velo Borce Beach, the gem tucked away on the idyllic Hvar Island in Croatia. With its sparkling crystal clear Adriatic waters, and picturesque surroundings, this small but gorgeous beach offers the perfect escape for those seeking seclusion (well, this doesn’t really count in the peak of summer), natural […]
January 26, 2023
Ah, Lucisca Beach, a hidden gem tucked away on Hvar island. A natural beauty, it boasts crystal clear waters, a spotless pebbly beach, and a view of the majestic mountains that will leave you sighing with content. Summertime tip: set your alarm clock and arrive early to secure your spot […]