A Magical Day Trip from Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, and Kusasenri

Today, we’re going on a day trip to one of my dream destinations in Japan — Takachiho Gorge in Miyazaki Prefecture. We booked this day tour via Klook for around PHP 3,000. Traveling to Fukuoka soon, book your hotels and activities via Klook, and use promo code PHILKLOOK to get up to 5% off. Book… Read More A Magical Day Trip from Fukuoka: Takachiho Gorge, Mount Aso, and Kusasenri

Melbourne Travel Guide: Top Sights, Eats, and Hidden Gems You Can’t Miss

Today I’m showing you all the sights, eats, and hidden gems I discovered in Melbourne, Australia, the country’s vibrant culture capital. Traveling to Australia soon? Book hotels and activities via Klook and use promo code PHILKLOOK to get as much as 5% off. Our first stop is the State Library of Victoria, one of the… Read More Melbourne Travel Guide: Top Sights, Eats, and Hidden Gems You Can’t Miss

Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne: Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Must-See Stops

Today, we’re joining the Great Ocean Road tour from Melbourne featuring the iconic Twelve Apostles. We booked this day trip through Klook for approximately PHP 4,000. Traveling to Melbourne soon? Book hotels and activities via Klook and use promo code PHILKLOOK to get as much as 5% off! Book Great Ocean Road Day Trip from… Read More Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne: Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and Must-See Stops

Best Night View in Seoul? Han River Cruise + Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Show

Looking for a romantic way to see Seoul at night? Hop on the Han River cruise and let the city lights amaze you! As the boat gently glides along the river, you’ll pass by some beautifully lit bridges and see Seoul’s sparkling city skyline. Before turning around, the cruise stops near Banpo Bridge, where you… Read More Best Night View in Seoul? Han River Cruise + Banpo Bridge Moonlight Rainbow Fountain Show

Day Trip from Seoul: Alpaca World, Soy Sauce Dakgalbi, and Gangchon Rail Bike

Today, we’re going on a day trip from Seoul to Gangwon Province to experience Alpaca World and the Gangchon Rail Bike! Our first stop: Alpaca World, a park dedicated to the fluffiest and friendliest alpacas you’ll ever meet. Alpacas are gentle, woolly animals—similar to llamas, but a bit smaller. They’re covered in soft fleece and… Read More Day Trip from Seoul: Alpaca World, Soy Sauce Dakgalbi, and Gangchon Rail Bike

A Day in Ikseon-dong: Where to Eat, Shop, and Relax in Seoul’s Trendiest Neighborhood

Today, we’re taking you along on a chill day exploring Ikseon-dong, one of Seoul’s most popular neighborhoods. This is the place to be if you love hidden gems, aesthetic cafés, and good food. Our first stop is Ikseon Chwihyang. We ordered their best sellers, whole pork belly rose pasta, and whirlwind omurice. The rose cream… Read More A Day in Ikseon-dong: Where to Eat, Shop, and Relax in Seoul’s Trendiest Neighborhood

We Tried the Famous Michelin-Approved Kalguksu at Myeongdong Kyoja

Today, we are having dinner at Myeongdong Kyoja, a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant in busy Myeongdong known for serving its signature handmade noodles since 1966. We ordered three of their most popular items: Kalguksu, Mandu, and Bibim Guksu. Let’s eat! First up, their famous Kalguksu. This bowl of hand-cut noodles is served in a rich… Read More We Tried the Famous Michelin-Approved Kalguksu at Myeongdong Kyoja

First Meal in Korea? Try Jajangmyeon at Hong Kong Ban Jeom

Today, we’re eating at Hong Kong Ban Jeom, a popular Jajangmyeon franchise owned by celebrity Chef Baek Jong Won. This place is known for serving some of the best black bean noodles in town and other classic Korean-Chinese dishes. We also ordered Tangsuyuk—sweet and sour crispy pork, Jjamppong—a spicy seafood noodle soup, and some fried… Read More First Meal in Korea? Try Jajangmyeon at Hong Kong Ban Jeom

Experience Japan’s Early Blooming Kawazu Sakura

If you think you’ve arrived in Japan too early for the cherry blossom season, don’t lose hope! While the iconic Somei Yoshino variety typically blooms in late March to early April, there’s an alternative that welcomes visitors much earlier—the Kawazu Sakura. Kawazu Sakura is an early-blooming variety of cherry blossoms that starts flowering as early… Read More Experience Japan’s Early Blooming Kawazu Sakura