This was my first Ibajay Ati-Ati in over twenty years, a triumphant return to my birthplace. A return that gave me so much insight on my roots, family ties, and the insatiable desire to always be the last man dancing. It was an ear-splitting, booty-shaking, lechon-feasting fiesta that only Filipinos could fathom. A town of… Read More The Best Of Ibajay Ati-Ati Festival 2019
24 years ago, I was born in a little town about an hour away from the bustling town of Kalibo. My family moved to the United States shortly after. 24 years later, I came home to make it to one of the world’s most unique and colorful festivals. Every January, the Mother of all Philippine… Read More 2019 Kalibo Ati-Atihan Festival Gallery
I really don’t know where to begin recapping these last few months. That is pretty evident by the fact that I’m starting with Johannesburg, despite it being my absolute last stop on the trip. What started off as a simple photo dump escalated into explosive photographic diarrhea. I clearly don’t have a beautiful way with… Read More 3 Epic Months in South Africa: The Recap
Lion’s Head is one of Cape Town’s most iconic mountains. Aside from Table Mountain, it is the most recognizable part of Cape Town’s natural skyline. It towers over the city like a stoic lion, hence the name Lion’s Head. The rolling curves of Signal Hill serves as the lion’s majestic body, an image best seen… Read More Lion’s Head: Cape Town’s Best Sunset Spot in Pictures
Let’s be honest. The over-saturation of generic tour companies have been played out for a while now. Travelers not only look for, but deserve, unique ways to experience the authentic side of a destination. Everyone desires to go beyond those overcrowded tourist attractions. As convenient as they are, those hulking, red, open-top hop-on hop-offers are… Read More Reveler Tours: Introducing A New Concept To South African Tourism
Did I impulsively decide to just live in Cape Town for a month? Yes. Did I just steal the title of a Madagascar movie for this blog post? Also yes. Traveling has been one of the most important things in my life over the last three years. However, with all of the memories you make… Read More A Month In Cape Town Part 1: Escape To Africa
We’ll bring you around to one of the most fascinating Roman districts: discover in this brief guide how to reach Trastevere, where to sleep, things to see and where to eat, end the day in one of the many locals! The name “Trastevere” comes from the Latin “Trans Tiberim,” that stands for “beyond the Tevere.”… Read More A Brief Trastevere Itinerary, One Of Rome’s Most Authentic Districts
Two years ago, I decided to go on my first solo trip. It was a quick two-week getaway to Colombia. Those brief two weeks sparked a fire in me. As soon as I got back to the states, I bought my first big boy travel backpack and booked a flight to Peru to meet up… Read More What The Last 2 Years Of Backpacking Have Taught Me
Thailand is a backpacker’s paradise. A lot of beautiful things to see, a lot of fun stuff to do, and of course, a lot of partying. There are a lot of places to party in Thailand but from a backpacker’s perspective, these are the seven best party destinations. 7. Koh Tao This island is pretty… Read More 7 Best Backpacker Party Destinations in Thailand
You know the name. You know the reputation. Koh Phangan is home to the world-famous Full Moon Party, a raging good time on the shores of Haad Rin Beach where thousands of people of all ages are dripping sweat and neon point and chugging buckets. Yes, the Full Moon Party is reason enough to go… Read More The Backpacker’s Guide to Koh Phangan, Thailand