Travel Guide
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Day trip to Mount Fuji from Tokyo – a tour via Klook
Because of the two-day delay of our flight to Tokyo due to the severe snow in Munich, we had to cancel our three-day stay near the Mount Fuji area. Therefore, we decided to take a day trip instead. Seeing Mount Fuji was an unforgettable experience, and I was so happy to have seen it in person finally, in the distance. We booked the day trip to Mount Fuji from Tokyo tour via Klook. Here’s how it went. Day trip to Mount Fuji from Tokyo quick information Price: € 59.95/Php 3,687.84 /US$ 65.35 Duration: 9 hours Time of pick up: 07:30 Time of leaving the area back to the city: 16:00…
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Sri Lanka travel itinerary | Your 25-day trip guide
If you’re planning a long trip around Sri Lanka and have no idea where to start, then I’d like to share with you this Sri Lanka travel itinerary that comes with a detailed guide based on the 25-day trip that my husband and I did. Sri Lanka is an island country in South Asia. Known as one of the tea countries in the world. From watching and getting up close to the gentle giants in the Safari National Parks, the most stunning views of tea plantations to the most gorgeous beaches, this place sure will give you hundreds of reasons to coming back to! Estimated reading time: 16 minutes Sri Lanka travel itinerary. First things first. We…
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Catanduanes * A Happy island * Top 6 things not to miss
Catanduanes is such a gem. It has wonderful rolling hills and stunning unspoiled beaches. If you're heading to this happy island, here's my top 6 things you should't miss.
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6 hours in Macau, How to enjoy fully in a short time
If you’re in Hong Kong, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll enjoy a side trip to Macau. This is your 6 hours in Macau Guide should you plan to have a quick getaway to the place where giant malls and casinos are located. WHAT YOU NEED PASSPORT. You must bring with you your passport, it is necessary before buying your ferry ticket. We bought a ticket at Turbo Jet, one of the travel agencies at the Macau Ferry Terminal. There are several travel agencies to choose from, with some selling expensive while others were cheaper. A one-way ticket costs 186HKD per person. The return ticket, though, was a bit higher at…
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Chiangrai to Laos slow boat- A two-day cruise
Is Laos part of your trip? Have you considered taking the slow boat from Chiangrai to Laos? Well, to give you a hint, it’s a two-day cruise along the Mekong river. We have done it in 2018 during our 4-weeks South East Asian trip, and we absolutely loved this adventure. If you’re planning to visit Laos, why don’t you try the slow-boat? Here’s my review and experience from Chiangrai to Laos slow-boat adventure. Chiangrai to Laos slow boat – where and how to get started We took the sleeper train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok. If you’re coming from Bangkok, the sleeper train, which takes 13 hours, is the best option. To…
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A journey to Adam’s Peak. Taking 11,000 steps.
A journey to Adam’s Peak Sri Lanka was incredibly unforgettable for me, especially taking the 11,000 steps. In the beginning, I barely make it. But guess what? I made it to the top! Here’s my story. Adam’s peak reaches an altitude of over 7,350ft above sea level. Climbing up Adam’s peak was part of Chris’s and my itinerary during our 25-day trip to Sri Lanka. Getting to Adam’s Peak We took the train from Ella, our previous destination, to Hatton for five (5) hours at $4 each, and got picked up at the Hatton train station by a driver we hired. Hiring a driver costs $40/day. It was a two-hour drive…
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Your quick guide in Puerto Galera
Puerto Galera is a big island. If you are traveling there for the first time and want some cozy private time, this is your quick guide in Puerto Galera that can help you save precious time! Getting there From Buendia, Manila to Batangas Port Take Ceres, DLTB, or Jac Liner bus. One-way fare ranges from PHP167 to PHP187. Travel time is 1.5-2 hours, depending on traffic. Last time we took it, it took us only 1.5 hours—no stopover. From Batangas Port to any destination like Sabang or Muelle We went to Muelle since our Airbnb was located there. Motorbikes are available for rent. You can also hire tricycles to take you to your destination. Boat fare,…