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Everything you need to know about Tokyo (as a DIY tourist!)

Tokyo is such a beautiful city – and I really want to share it with you guys! As such – the purpose of this blog is to do a run-down of the usual questions first-time travelers have whenever they’re preparing to Read more…


Tokyo 7-day DIY itinerary: Tokyo day trip to Hakone

I’ve been to Tokyo several times, but I have NEVER seen Mt. Fuji. I wanted to remedy that this time around… What better place to see Mt. Fuji than at Hakone – where there are supposedly multiple Mt. Fuji view Read more…


Tokyo 7-day DIY itinerary: Tokyo day trip to Kawagoe

I wasn’t sure what was at Kawagoe but my sister managed to convince me to check it out – so off we went! Apparently, Kawagoe is famous because it has retained the culture of Edo (including the last few Edo Read more…


Tokyo 7-day DIY itinerary: Tokyo day trip to Kamakura and Enoshima

For today, we’re going to embark on a great adventure to Kamakura (known for its temples), then Enoshima (for its beautiful coastal scenery – and a chance to glimpse Mt Fuji!)   Day 5 KAMAKURA Hokokuji Temple Tsurujaoka Hachimangu Kotokuin Read more…


Tokyo 7-day DIY itinerary: Tokyo day trip to Yokohama

I love Yokohama! It’s one of my favorite day trips from Tokyo, as the touristy things here are actual experiences as opposed to simple sightseeing sites. As such, I’m super excited to show you around – and let you see Read more…


Eating through Tokyo – my top picks!

Japan is the land for food. There is simply no comparison. Out of all the countries I’ve traveled to, Japan has always been the most consistent in terms of food quality and value for money. Whenever people say Japan is Read more…


Best photo spots of Golden Gate Bridge

So, you’re in San Francisco and you want the BEST photo of the Golden Gate Bridge. I know how you feel – that’s why I’ve compiled this list of BEST photo spots of the Golden Gate Bridge, as your guide Read more…


San Francisco tour (5-day itinerary) – Farmer’s Market, Land’s End, Baker Beach

WAAH last day always feels super bittersweet! Our flight back to Manila was at night, so we still had the rest of the day to chillax and check out this beautiful city. Thankfully, our hotel (Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf) allowed us Read more…


San Francisco tour (5-day itinerary) – Lombard Street, Chinatown, Union Square

Day 4 – we’re past the midway point, which makes me kind of sad… Anyway, for today – we’ve got MORE FOOD, but most importantly (to my mom) – SHOPPING!   Day 4 Breakfast at Good Mong Kok Bakery Chinatown Read more…