May 14, 2023
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 […]
May 12, 2023
I think I’ve mentioned this countless of times that I love Moalboal so much that I bought a tiny piece of land somewhere between Bas Daku (White Beach) and Bas Diot (Panagsama Beach). I love it for several reasons: it’s quite close to Cebu City (my home back then), it […]
May 12, 2023
We all have a story how the travel bug got us. Mine started when I was a university student. I led the school publication, and the president of the student body government and I were invited to join a nationwide student leader’ press conference in Boracay. This was almost twenty […]
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 10, 2023
As someone who grew up surrounded by waters, I found my first Switzerland experience more than a pleasant experience. My German-Swiss partner chose this destination as part of our week-long road trip that started from home (Munich) then to Jesolo, Venice, Lake Como, and then Lugano. I didn’t expect much, […]
May 9, 2023
Siargao Island has always been one of my favorite places not only in the Philippines but in the 20-something countries I’ve visited. Perhaps because at the very core, I consider myself an island girl, like many vagabonding locals who call this archipelagic country their home. Welcome to Siargao Island, where […]
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 […]
May 5, 2023
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 […]
May 2, 2023
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 […]
May 2, 2023
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 […]
May 2, 2023
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 […]
May 2, 2023
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 […]