#IAmUrbanBrave

I have been into blogging for quite a while, so I suddenly decided to step up my game by making a Youtube account. Part of the videos I love to showcase in my channel are chic but comfy styles which are not so heavy on the pocket. So, basically, I like to do try-on hauls wherein I show my viewers how the clothes look when worn. As I take videos now for vlogging as much as I take photos for blogging, I need to bring quite a lot of items and equipment with me to pursue my passion. 

Travelogue: Sunflower Maze in Tayug, Pangasinan

A day trip to Pangasinan is quite unthinkable given the 5-hour bus ride, but it actually is possible. The urge to witness the blooming sunflowers pushed Neil and I to leave the city at six in the morning on a Sunday. We boarded the Five Star bus to Tayug, Pangasinan, from their terminal in Cubao. After a few naps, we finally made it to our destination. Tayug was our bus's last stop, so from there, we rode a tricycle to the famous Sunflower Maze. The trip was more or less 30-minute long. 

Travelogue: Top 3 Things You Can Do in La Union Aside From Surfing

The moment I stepped down from the bus, I almost forgot we traveled for six (6) hours just to reach our destination. The stores along the highway sounded so familiar to me - Figaro and Moonleaf - to name a few.  It felt like I'm just in Manila, without the pollution anyway. Haha! 

La Union is a famous surfing spot up north from the metro. The place somehow reminded me of Boracay because the establishments are also along the beachfront. However, aside from these, are there other things one can do other than play with the waves? Well, you'll be surprised that there lots of activities in La Union that are just waiting to be explored. Oh and by the way, when we were there, the waves weren't big enough for surfing. So yes, some alternative would be a great idea.

Travelogue: Tangadan Falls in San Gabriel, La Union (plus Cliff Diving)

Aside from surfing, La Union also has other activities to offer. I learned about Tangadan Falls from my friend Faye, who went to La Union recently. Though when I asked her of the other things to do in La Union, she just gave me an answer of a waterfalls that starts with letter "T". Thanks to Google for giving me the complete answer. LOL!

Travelogue: How to maximize your 9,000 PhP in Palawan (5 Days/ 4 Nights)

If there's one place I can go back to, without a doubt, it would definitely be Palawan. The place reminds me of my beloved hometown, Davao, because of its cleanliness. The people are also as friendly and warm as the Davaoeños. No bias here. LOL!

I know this is a long overdue post. This has been sitting in my drafts for quite a long time now and since it's almost summer, I think this is the perfect time to post our five (5) days and four (4) nights itinerary in Puerto Princesa and El Nido. Prices may have changed a bit because this trip was so last year, September to be exact, which means it was wet and low season then.

My Belkin Wishlist

I admit it, I'm addicted to gadgets and I honestly can't live without my iPhone. A day without my phone feels like a day of not being able to eat, it's not that I eat my phone (LOL!), but you know what I mean. I don't just use it for social media, I also use my phone as my camera, my book, my planner, my newspaper, my entertainer, my map. It serves its function well by helping me get through the day. However, we all know the downside of smart phones is its battery life. My battery doesn't even last throughout the day especially when I'm using data. 

Travelogue: Liw-Liwa, San Felipe, Zambales

I have always been a fan of accessibly-cheap getaways. Luckily, my boyfriend and I found one in Sitio Liw-Liwa in San Felipe, Zambales. Not only is it inexpensive and near the metro, it is also very peaceful there. It's a good four-hour bus ride from Metro Manila. How cheap you ask? Well, the beach is free. You can swim all you want, just don't forget your sunscreen! You can pitch a tent near the shore or choose from the wide array of affordable accommodations within the area. 

Travelogue: 7 Days/ 6 Nights in Three Countries

The quote above goes well with this quote too, "It is better to see something once than to hear about it a thousand times."

I know you wouldn't disagree with me when I say one of the best feeling in the world is being able to travel with your closest friends. I'm just so grateful that I have found six individuals with the same passion as mine - traveling! 

Packing 101

I'm sure with a lot of airline promos lately, most of you are already planning to travel this year. Traveling via plane is by far the easiest and most convenient way to go from one country to another, but nobody usually mentions how hard it is to be waiting before boarding for a flight. One needs to be at the airport 4 hours before an international flight departure and up to 2 hours before a domestic flight.

Travelogue: Stamps! More stamps!

Tropang K, my travel buddies <3

(Batu Caves, Malaysia)

Isn’t it nice when you open your passport and you see a lot of stamps from other countries? I started exploring the beauty of Asia last year, and I’m proud to say that I funded all of my travels. Goodbye savings, hello happiness!

Travelogue: Boracay Survival Guide

Boracay, as we know it, is the one of the famous destinations among Filipinos, Americans, Europeans, and Asians here in our country. The island has everything you need – sparkling waters, fine sand, exhilarating water sports/activities, diverse shops, busy night life, beautiful sunset, and friendly locals. 

Travelogue: Off to Burot

Going to places by yourself isn't as lonely and scary as you think it is. For the first time in my life, I went to the beach alone. Thanks to the bloggers who have shared about this place because I learned about it through them. I traveled from Manila to Calatagan in Batangas to see and experience it before summer ends.