A Simple Grocery Day, A Braised Pork Win, and a Budget Hotel Peek in Bao’an, Shenzhen
After a loooong and emotionally exhausting day, walking around the Canton Fair and dealing with the stress of Noah losing his phone, we found ourselves in Bao’an, Shenzhen, trying to wind down and reset our energy. Yep, all of that happened in just one day. 😩 We had already visited the police station, reported the […]
Lost Phone on China’s High Speed Rail! Did We Recover It?
When you travel with family, something unexpected is bound to happen. Whether it’s a kid’s sudden craving for milk tea, a missing slipper, or someone “accidentally” buying 5 packs of diapers, we’ve been through it all. 😅 But on our recent China trip, we had our biggest travel oops yet: My husband, Noah, lost his […]
5 Fun Facts About Changi Airport That Will Make You Want to Book a Flight ASAP
Hey hey, friend! If you’ve ever traveled through Southeast Asia (or even just dreamed of it), chances are you’ve heard about Changi Airport in Singapore. And let me tell you — the hype is real. This isn’t just an airport… it’s an experience. A destination in itself. A magical place where you’ll forget you’re in […]
Our First Day in Shenzhen: Chaos, Train, and Chopsticks
When you travel with a toddler, a camera, and zero sleep… you don’t just make memories, you survive them. 😂 Our first full day in Shenzhen was exactly that: beautifully chaotic. And yep, this was the start of our big mission to attend the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, but first, food, trains, and more food. […]
How do mixed insects taste like? A Night in Bangkok with a Crunchy Surprise
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to snack on crunchy grasshoppers, juicy silkworms, and other crawling little things, welcome to our weirdest, wildest family dinner yet 🤯 This was our first night in Bangkok after a long day of traveling from Davao to Singapore and finally to Thailand. And yes, we really did it, […]
Hong Kong Disney Hollywood Hotel Stay Review
If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up in a Disney-themed hotel surrounded by Mickey, Donald, and all the feels of your childhood, girl, this one’s for you! Last September 22, 2024, we finally got to stay a night at Disney’s Hollywood Hotel inside Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and let me tell you, it was every […]
The Country Most Filipinos Visit First. Guess Where Is It?
Guess which country it is? Yep, Hong Kong! 🇭🇰 It’s basically the starter pack for most Filipino travelers. And in the same year as our very first DIY international trip (2024, you’re iconic), we made another one happen, a spontaneous summer trip in September! As always, we traveled as a family: me, Noah, and our […]
Lessons from Our First International Family Trip to Taiwan
Our honest reflections after our first DIY international travel as a Filipino family—what worked, what surprised us, and why we’re already dreaming of the next one! When we boarded that plane from Davao to Manila to Taiwan, I honestly didn’t know what to expect. We were excited, nervous, overwhelmed, and totally ready to make memories. […]
Best Places to Visit with the Taipei Fun Pass: Our Family’s DIY Adventure
Wondering if the Taipei Fun Pass is worth it? Here’s how we explored Taiwan’s top attractions—from zoos to gondolas and more—using the 3-day unlimited pass! One of the best decisions we made on this trip? Getting the Taipei Fun Pass. Seriously, it saved us time, money, and so much mental energy. (Gurl, ang hirap mag-budget […]
Taiwan Spring Travel Guide for Filipinos: Weather, Culture & Surprises
Visiting Taiwan in spring? Here’s what to expect—from surprisingly cold weather to cultural differences that caught our Filipino family off guard! When we booked our trip for March, I kept telling myself, “Spring naman na, it won’t be that cold.” Spoiler alert: it was. (As in, giniginaw kami buong stay haha.) Expectations vs. Reality: Taiwan’s […]