Istanbul, Türkiye Turkey e-Visa Requirements for Eligible Filipinos and 2021 Entry Requirements I visited my partner in Germany early this year. We were supposed to fly back to the Philippines together but we went to Turkey instead. Until now, the Philippines won't recognize unmarried couples so my partner still can't enter my home country. This experience is based on… Archive
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Istanbul, Türkiye Turkey e-Visa Requirements for Eligible Filipinos and 2021 Entry Requirements I visited my partner in Germany early this year. We were supposed to fly back to the Philippines together but we went to Turkey instead. Until now, the Philippines won't recognize unmarried couples so my partner still can't enter my home country. This experience is based on… 
Luang Prabang, Laos Kuang Si Waterfalls & Bear Sanctuary in Laos Virtual Tour | Things To Do near Luang Prabang This video was taken in January 2020. It's longer than my usual video so here's a TIME STAMP: Moon Bears 1:03 Kuang Si Waterfalls 3:33 Hiking area & a dog guide 7:58 One of the most popular places to visit in Luang Prabang, Laos is the Kuang Si Waterfalls. I previously thought… 
Luang Prabang, Laos Luang Prabang Laos Day Market Virtual Food Tour | Walking Tour This video was taken in January 2020. In my previous video, I showed the night market in Luang Prabang. Now it's the day market's turn. We woke up before sunrise for the day market. We also checked out the alms giving ceremony before this but we were disappointed because the… 
Luang Prabang, Laos Luang Prabang Laos Night Market Virtual Tour | All-You-Can-Eat for $2! This video was taken in January 2020 on New Year's Day. After taking the slow boat for 2 days, we finally reached Luang Prabang, Laos. They have an interesting night market with a big selection of grilled food. We tried the vegetarian buffet which was only $2! We also had… 
Crypto.com Review, Pros, Cons: International Visa Card for Digital Nomads & Travelers If you're interested in Crypto.com, chances are you are already familiar with cryptocurrencies. However, this review will not focus on the crypto side of Crypto.com such as their trading platform but will focus on the usability of their product in our daily financial… 
Philippines Common Philippine Immigration Interview Questions to Non-OFWs | Tourism & Meeting a Foreign Partner Going through Philippine Immigration can feel like going through a job interview. And some say it's a matter of luck because there are some super strict Immigration Officials and some who won't even ask a single question. It can be stressful when you do not know what to expect… 
Philippines Filipino Repatriation India to Philippines via Navy Ship for 39 days | May to June 2020 Part 2 of 2 Filipino Repatriation India to Philippines via Navy Ship for 39 days | May to June 2020 Part 2 of 2 Part 1 Delhi to Cochin 3 days by land This video is the 2nd part of my repatriation experience in 2020 when India went on lockdown due to the pandemic. There were no flights and… 
India Stranded Filipino Repatriation from India to Philippines Part 1 of 2 | Delhi to Cochin | May 2020 We were stranded in India last year after several months of traveling. India has one of the strictest lockdowns in the world and there wasn't a warning. They only advised of a day of experimental curfew and they suddenly went on lockdown canceling all flights. No flights were… 
Metro Manila, Philippines List of DOH-BOQ Stringent & Mandatory Quarantine Hotels with Estimated Price 2021 | NAIA As of May 2021, returning Filipinos and eligible foreigners entering the Philippines are required 10 days of hotel quarantine and an RT PCR test on the 7th day. If tested negative, quarantine should be continued at home for another 4 days. The list below has been updated based… 
Outbound Travel Requirements for Filipino Non-OFW during the Pandemic May 2021 Traveling Internationally as a Filipino Non-OFW? Make sure you prepare these. ✔️BOI (Bureau of Immigration) Declaration Form to be signed by airline staff ✔️Travel Medical Insurance with COVID19 Coverage For affordable insurance, I recommend either SafetyWing for most countries… 
Germany Affordable Travel Health Insurance for Schengen Tourist, Visit, Student & Au Pair Visa I Germany One of the most common questions I get regarding Schengen visa application is getting the right insurance. Why? Because the wrong insurance can lead to a visa denial. (Ouch!) A Schengen visa application requires you to get an insurance that meets their requirements such as… 
Starting the Digital Nomad Life in my 30s I have dreamed of traveling the world full time since my 20s but I got busy with my corporate career and post grad studies. I didn't realize a decade has passed since that dream was planted. And when I reached my 30s, I told myself to be content with working, saving, traveling… 
Digital Nomad Jobs and Where to Find Work A laptop and a stable internet connection are all you need to get started as a Digital Nomad. Absolutely not! You also need a job that pays. There’s a lot of jobs out there waiting for you but the question is… Can you take your work anywhere? One of the most common question I… 
Metro Manila, Philippines Non-OFW Return Procedure at NAIA & List of Quarantine Hotels 2021| My Experience From DE to PH The Philippines is one of the strictest in terms of requirements and procedures. I think there's more than 20 steps to return to the Philippines in this guide! I warn you that I am really detailed so if you want a condensed instruction, check the DFA infographic. This is based… 
Jaipur, India Amazing Sunrise at Jal Mahal "Water Palace" Amazing Sunrise at Jal Mahal "Water Palace" in Rajasthan, India. Jal Mahal is a palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. There is no entrance fee and has one of the best sunrise view near Jaipur with so many birds singing. It's a good starting point if you plan to see other sites… 
Jaipur, India Jaipur's Tourist Attractions on a Budget | Pink Stepwell, Albert Hall & White Marble Temple Time Stamp 0:00 Pink Stepwell (FREE) 1:05 Albert Hall (Not free but included in the Composite Ticket) 2:44 Birla Mandir Temple/ White Marble Temple (FREE but be mindful of the religious ceremonies. It is not a tourist place. Outside the temple is a good place to watch the sunset… 
Jaipur, India Inside Jantar Mantar in 3 Minutes! India's Astronomical Wonder Inside Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, Rajasthan | India's Astronomical Wonder It houses the largest sundial in the world. This video takes you inside Jantar Mantar, plus entrance fees and open hours. This video was taken on February 2020 before the lockdown. Royalty Free Music from… 
A Year as a Digital Nomad: The Things I Miss & Do Not Miss Working in an Office It's been over a year since I started my digital nomad journey. It took me years to decide and finally submitted that resignation paper. For over 10 years, I worked in an office. It was a difficult decision to leave as it was my sense of identity and my stability. But the dream… 
Why Travel Alone? Thoughts About Solo Female Traveling 10 Years Later A disclaimer before anything else. I'm no longer a solo traveler as I found my other half while traveling and we prefer to travel as a couple now. This write up was from my very first blog reinforest.wordpress.com from over 10 years ago. Back then solo female traveling was… 
How to Become a Digital Nomad in 2023 | 10 Things to Do Before You Quit Your 9 to 5 Job How to become a digital nomad an quit your 9 to 5 job? Most digital nomads I met are from rich countries and this is still an uncommon path for us, Filipinos. But I'm here to tell you that it is doable for us. One of the most difficult process in becoming a digital nomad is… 
Vientiane Province, Laos Getting Bitten by a Dog while Traveling | My Anti Rabies Shot Journey We were strolling in a peaceful street in Vang Vieng, Laos when a hyper puppy saw us and decided to approach us. The puppy seems to be in his teething stage and wants to bite on anything and that day he decided to cling to my pants. I slowly tried to get out and shoo the puppy… 
India VLOG: Street Food at Pahar Ganj, New Delhi & Inside a Sleeper Bus from Old Delhi to Jaipur Street Food at Pahar Ganj, New Delhi & Inside a Sleeper Bus from Old Delhi to Jaipur | India Travel Pahar Ganj was our first destination when we arrived in India. It's located in Delhi and is popular for its busy market. Walking on the streets of Pahar Ganj is an experience of… 
SafetyWing Review: Why it’s the Best International Travel Medical Insurance for Filipinos Who doesn't love to budget? I will search for hours to find the best value accommodation and the cheapest flights. I don't buy expensive clothes so my money goes to my travel funds. But travel insurance is something I won't compromise on! Before I started my long term and… 
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