Sometimes, while traveling, you’ll be hit with the thought, “Wow, I’d love to live here.” I’ve experienced it maybe three times in my life, and one of those times was when I visited the gorgeous Queenstown in New Zealand. I mean, who wouldn’t enjoy having the stunning snow-capped Remarkables mountain range and Lake Wakatipu in […]
Archives for April 2019
Adorable Aki
My friends Maybelle and Jon have a pet budgie named Aki, whom we met at their home before. When they flew home to the Philippines for holy week, they asked if Jemma and I could pet-sit Aki. Since birds are low maintenance pets, we said sure. I didn’t realise how adorable she would be! She […]
New Zealand: Pure Glenorchy Lord of the Rings Tour {Deetour}
While researching for our trip to Queenstown, New Zealand, I came across the highly ranked Pure Glenorchy Lord of the Rings Tour on TripAdvisor. Since New Zealand is famous for being the location where a lot of the Lord of the Rings were shot, we decided to book the half day tour even though we’re […]
New Zealand: Milford Sound Bbq Bus {Deetour}
When my friends Drew, Kes and I planned a trip to South New Zealand, our research told us that Milford Sound is one of the must visits while there. So we booked a Full-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from Queenstown which had very high ratings […]
Japan: One day in Osaka
After touring Kyoto for 2 days, Flisha and I headed to Osaka, which is 30 minutes away via the JR line. We checked into an AirBnb though we could also just have stayed in our Kyoto hotel, which is what most people do. Since we had only one day, we only managed to see two […]
Puerto Princesa, Palawan {Deetour}
I visited my parents in their new home in Puerto Princesa last February. Two years ago, when I toured Coron, Palawan with them, I didn’t expect that they would end up moving to Palawan soon after. I’m not used to planning anything touristy whenever I visit my parents at their home because my former hometown […]
Philippine Reunions 2019
An account of my reunions with friends in BGC and in Tagaytay at Sonya’s Garden, Taal Vista, and Ribchon.
Pink Parlour {Review}
Established in 2005, Pink Parlour entered the grooming scene in Singapore as the rebellious counterpart of day spas in a hip and groovy setting amidst party establishments along Mohammad Sultan. Dominating the waxing and grooming scene in no time, Pink Parlour set itself apart from the competition – having pioneered premium services such as top-of-the-line […]
Jon Got Saved by the Belle {Wedding}
Last February, I flew to Tagaytay, Philippines, to attend the wedding of my friends Jon and Maybelle. Their official wedding hashtag was #JonGotSavedByTheBelle hence the title of this blog. The wedding ceremony was held in Chapel on a Hill, a small pretty chapel that is perfect for intimate ceremonies. A reception followed at Splendido Taal […]
Asia’s Got Talent Season 3 Grand Finals
I was invited to be on the live set of Asia’s Got Talent grand finals yesterday and it was a fun experience to watch the 9 grand finalists showcase their talent and to witness what it’s like behind the scenes. The Grand Finalists ERIC CHIEN [Taiwan] His poetic sleight of hand sets him apart from […]