Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay: Luxury at a Backpacker’s Price

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January 6, 2023

Boracay had been a backpacker’s popular paradise since God knows when. Luxury travelers and honeymooners go to the island of Boracay because the beach is no doubt, stunning. Aside from the sparkling white sand beach, there also are a lot of activities to choose from, hence, the reason why Boracay has always been hailed on the top list of best islands in the world by every publication. Before you go to this alluring island, make sure to read the dos and donts and make yourself informed about the current events in Boracay.

If you’re looking for a place to stay where comfort, luxury, a place to find friends, and not that too expensive, Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay is what we recommend.
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Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay

Mad Monkey Hostel is a chain of hostel that provides great competitive prices for backpackers with a touch of luxury and comfort. They currently have eight (8) hostels in Southeast Asia including Cambodia, Thailand, the Philippines and they are still expanding. Not only that, Mad Monkey Hostel is known for its name because of the party vibe and undeniable friendship you can get from fellow travelers booked from all over the world. This hostel chain also helps the communities they are located in.
Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay is situated just 2 minutes away from Bulabog Beach and around 5 to 10 minutes walk to the main beach and or D-Mall in Station 2. Location is convenient enough to explore both Bulabog Beach and main beach Stations 1 and 2. We had no problems navigating from one place to another from the hostel.

[READ: Azalea Boracay: Living It Like You’re In The Metro! ]

Getting there from Caticlan Airport

Flying from Manila and arriving at Caticlan airport by night is not unusual. However, upon exiting the arrivals area, there will be locals that will ask you to avail their transport directly to your hotel. It may be convenient but this offer is more expensive than you can think of. So here what you need to know.
1. Exiting from the arrivals area of Caticlan Airport, turn to the right side of the road or ask a local where to find the tricycle heading to Caticlan Port. This ride will only cost you 50 pesos, max of four people per tricycle.
2. Once you have arrived at the Caticlan Port, you will be required to pay a Terminal Fee of 100 pesos, Environmental Fee of 75 pesos, and Boat fee of 30 pesos before you could enter the port. Make sure to keep the receipts and fill out the small information sheet before you head to the boat. From Caticlan Port to Boracay by boat is only 10 mins.
NOTE: Children below 5 years old are free of charge for the additional fees.
3. From Cagban Jetty Port (Boracay) to Mad Monkey Hostel, hire a tricycle. This will cost you around 100 to 150 per one way ride. Most drivers know the location of any hotels. This is a 10-15 minutes ride depending on the traffic.
Looking at this commute route to Boracay Island and to Mad Monkey Hostel, this is way cheaper and faster as you won’t have to wait for the van from Caticlan airport to fill up.

[READ: Going to Boracay via 2GO Travel from Batangas Port]

Arriving at Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay

Upon arrival, we were greeted by their receptionist with a big smile. She immediately asked for our name and reservation, asked for each of our identification cards (IDs) and handed us over the room keys. Please do note that they will be keeping your IDs and will require you to pay 200 pesos for the key deposit, which isn’t bad at all.

We have arrived in the evening and the party has been going on for a while. Don’t be shocked! This is a party hostel. 🙂 Of course, we’re seeing people having fun at the bar, drinking, chatting, dancing like crazies, beer-ponging, swimming at the pool and shouting, but that’s what this hostel is about, having fun while taking your vacation!
At first, you will really maybe a bit shocked because of the loud music and guests having a good time, this is going on almost every night so if you will be staying for quite long, you will eventually get used to it and in no time, you will be a part of the partying crowd. The party starts as early as 2 pm (or later) and the music is being cut by 12 midnight.

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Room Talk: Superior Double Room (Private)

The room that was booked for us was the Superior Double Room, a private room located on the ground floor of the hostel building. This room is one of the rooms with easy access to amenities like the bar, lounge, and the swimming pool.
The room has a glass door and the front walls are made of glass but worry not, as there will be a black curtain to help keep your privacy. I think the reason the front walls are made of glass is to help with soundproofing. The music could really be loud especially during the night so the glass helps to keep the sound from outside be heard inside.
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It comes with a hot and cold shower, air conditioning, and some toiletries. Room design was simple and yet cozy, like a typical hotel room but with accents of summer and the beach. We loved that the bed foam is soft and comfortable to sleep in. The concrete walls are not well-polished but it adds to the overall design of the room. The air conditioning could really be cold especially during the night. It has enough space to move in which is good for people with huge pieces of luggage.
Dorm Beds are also available. You can book a bed for as low as $8 to $10 a night. At that price, you could still enjoy the amenities of the hostel.

Food Talk: Mad Monkey Hostel Serves Big

Mad Monkey Hostels cover most food choices for all of the nationalities. There are good choices for breakfasts, lunch, and dinner, and most especially drinks (alcoholic or not). The price point is also good for the serving. The food will also be served fresh and hot as they will be made to order. Meal prices are ranging from only $3 to $5 with a big serving.

If you’re a vegan, they have that on the menu. If you’re looking for more meaty kind of meal, they have that too. If you’re a conscious one about your body, they have a meal appropriate for that. They even have a meal for the bodybuilders and protein shakes too.

Amenities and Activities at Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay

As mentioned above, Mad Monkey Hostel provides a luxurious experience at a backpacker’s price point of view.
Swimming Pool: A hostel with a huge swimming pool enough to cover pool parties. Nice, eh!
Roofdeck Spa: Mad Monkey also offers spa and massage to stay-in guests and outsiders.
Bar: A breakfast location during the day and a party area at night.
Tattoo Studio: Get your own tattoo at this hostel too.
Booze Cruise: A boat party for everyone who’d like to have fun. We hadn’t done this unfortunately because our schedule in Boracay was full of activities during the day but we would have loved to join on one.
WiFi: Enough speed to post your selfies and some videos.
Lounge Area: For people who’d like to chill, read a book, or chat with a friend. This place is perfect for you. Almost empty during the night as people are busy partying.
If there are activities I missed, please let me know in the comments.

Inputs and Recommendations for Future Travelers

Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay is great for single people or those who are keen to meet new people and always ready to mingle. If you’re the type of person to chit chat, party, and always looking forward to hanging out with people, the place is perfect for you!
If you are a soul-searching type of traveler and wants peace and serenity, don’t book in here unless you want to go partying and meeting new people to make friends.

Couples, on the other hand, could either enjoy or detest their stay at the hostel. It really depends on the type of couple you are. If you are a couple looking for a serene place to chill and relax, Mad Monkey Hostel could be a turn off for you. But if you are a couple game to anything like chatting random people and partying during the night, this will be the best choice!

If you’re traveling with a child, you might be better off staying at another hotel. Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay might not be that kid-friendly enough and the party atmosphere starts early afternoon which could make your child uncomfortable. The hostel and their atmosphere are most suitable for grown-ups looking for fun, party, and travelers looking forward to having a great time while in the hostel.
Will we stay again at Mad Monkeys? Definitely a yes! We’d like to try partying with other people the next time we stay as our energies have been drained during the day because of whole day activities. The staff in the hostel are awesome and friendly and could be your buddies when outside the facility.

MAD MONKEY HOSTEL BORACAY
BOOK thru their website: http://www.madmonkeyhostels.com/boracay/
Address: Zone 5, Bulabig Beach Road, Balabag, Boracay, Aklan, Philippines
Phone: +63905-2479898
Email: boracay@madmonkeyhostels.com
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8 Spots to See in Singapore (If You Have Limited Time)

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January 6, 2023

If you have been following this blog, you knew that we only had a 2N1D stay in Singapore on our 9 days backpacking because time wasn’t enough. On our last day, Singapore was the only country left unexplored.

Jane, who had been to Singapore twice knew better places than me so I am stoked to be guided by her in this trip! Oh, and if you have enough time, you better prepare your Singapore itinerary by reading guides and blogs.

If you haven’t booked your hotels yet, better do it as early as now. Check out discounted hotel rates here.

We checked out from Amrise Hotel early and headed straight to Changi Airport. There, we had our bags put into the Left Baggage counter and paid for the service for each bag. We did this so we won’t have to bring our (heavy) bags all the way to the places we will be.

Here are 8 places you could go on a day trip to Singapore.

1. Marina Bay Sands (Gardens by the Bay)

Gardens by the Bay is a nature park with 250 acres of land. The nature park consists of three waterfront gardens: Bay South Garden, Bay East Garden, and Bay Central Garden. You can get a map on the station or you may also check the signs to get to your desired destination inside the garden. People say that this garden is best visited at night, which apparently I wasn’t able to do because flight back home is 6:55 pm.
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2. ArtScience Museum

This museum is still located in the Marina Bay Sands. When you got out from the gardens, lay your eyes and imaginative senses on ArtScience Museum. The logo is like a lotus flower, hence, you’ll be seeing lots of lotus flowers planted around the museum. The flower is also referred to as “The Welcoming Hand of Singapore”. Ticket depends on what attraction you would like to go to. For ticketing prices, please refer to this link.

3. The Float at Marina Bay

It is also known as Marina Bay Floating Platform and this the world’s largest floating stage. The floating stadium will be a venue for events on the waters of Marina Bay for five years from 2007. These events may include sports, concerts, exhibitions, and the arts and cultural performances. By the time we were there, the event was for the Chinese New Year. You can walk from the ArtScience Museum to The Float.

4. Merlion Park

Merlion Park - 8 Spots in Singapore - https://twobudgettravelers.com — Merlion Park

One of the famous landmarks in Singapore. A definitely must-visit area for tourists alike. The Merlion is a mythical creature with a lion’s head (Lion) and the body of a fish (Mermaid/Merman) that is widely used as a mascot and national personification of Singapore.

5. Esplanade Park

The Esplanade Park is one of the oldest parks in Singapore. Many historical landmarks are located in this area but we didn’t spend so much time here.

6. Sentosa

Having the lack of time to explore all of Sentosa, we were here for roughly 4-5 hours only. If you have limited time as we had, it would be better to get the Sentosa Day Pass (S$8 each).
Once you have your day pass ticket, hop on the Sentosa Monorail and alight at the last station – Sentosa Waterfront station where the (artificial) beaches (Palawan Beach, Tanjung Beach, and Siloso Beach) are located.
You can buy tickets later on at the booth located just outside of every attraction.
From the Sentosa Waterfront, you can walk to Imbiah Lookout. This is one of the busiest stations in Sentosa as many attractions can be seen here. Madame Tussauds, Sentosa Merlion, Sky Tower and much more are in this area of Sentosa.
From Esplanade, buy a ticket to Harbour Front and interchange from Dauby Ghaut station.

7. Universal Studios Singapore

A theme park located inside Sentosa. I have been to Universal Studios Japan and I must say I have truly enjoyed my experience there. Universal Studios Singapore is a 20 hectares land with a total of 24 (and counting) different attractions.
The park features the world’s tallest pair of dueling roller coasters that are based on the popular television series, Battlestar Galactica; a castle from the world of Shrek and Monster Rock, a live musical show featuring the Universal Monsters.
Themed zone includes Hollywood, New York City, Sci-Fi City, Ancient Egypt, The Lost World, Far Far Away – The Land of Shrek, and Madagascar. We spent so little time here. We will surely be back to this park! [hoops name=”InArticle”]

8. Bugis Street Market

You know what it means! Shopping!
We all know that the prices in Singapore aren’t low. But in Bugis Street Market, you’ll find plenty of goods at a relatively low price (lower than their supermarket). Some items include t-shirts (4 x S$10), Cadbury chocolates (4 x S$10), Swiss Miss chocolate drink (4 boxes x S$10), key chains (26 x S$10), Perfumes (3 x S$10), Toblerone (6x S$10), and few other more items. We spent the last hour here before we checked in at Changi airport.
From Harbour Front, buy a ticket to Bugis station and interchange from Little India.

Remember to always pack light and don’t forget to bring an umbrella or towels as you will be walking mostly on landmarks that are not so distant with one another. You can buy a bottle of water or a canned soft drink for only S$1 from the street vendors. That’s the cheapest we could find here.

What could you recommend next time?

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How To Add Excitement To Your Healthy Routine

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January 6, 2023

Staying healthy and in shape is the ultimate goal, but it can be tricky to achieve in reality. With busy lives and schedules, many of us lack the time and motivation to go out of our way for workouts, and would rather the ease of convenience food than cook from scratch. Luckily, there are ways you can jazz up your health and fitness routine, take a break from the norm, and inject life back into your schedule. Read on for some ways to stay fit and healthy, without being bored!

Be Creative With Meals

When life is busy, many of us are guilty of picking the same safe, easy meals time and again. Make a vow to yourself that one night a week you will try something totally different. By making it a challenge, not a chore, you are injecting fun back into the cooking process, as well as having the chance to try something new.
Maybe you attempt to recreate a dish you have enjoyed in a restaurant, rustle up a recommendation from a friend, or get inspired by Pinterest. Making an effort to cook from scratch keeps your cooking skills in good condition, and encourages you to think more carefully about what you are consuming.

Experiment With Smoothies

Smoothies can be an exciting way to add fruit and vegetables to your diet in a tasty and delicious format. If you are not a huge fan of your greens, smoothies allow you to get in the goodness you need in a single drink, and this can be a great way to pack in the good stuff easily. You can play around with different ingredients and combinations to find your ideal recipe, and you will soon be searching for the best quiet blender so that you can enjoy your treat at all hours!

Enjoy Your Workout

Exercise is essential for keeping us slim, trim, and active, but it can be hard to find the motivation. Find a workout you genuinely enjoy, and your life will instantly become easier. If you are bored by the gym, why not check out an active dance class or group activity? If you make your workout something you truly enjoy, you are far more likely to stick to a routine. Experts suggest that we take a minimum of 30 minutes of exercise a day to stay in shape, and combining this with a hobby is the ideal way to help you stick to it.

Make It Fun!

Healthy eating and fitness have become something of a chore recently, and there is a trend to spend time mourning how difficult they are to maintain and fit into a busy life. Make it your mission to tear up this rule book, and find creative ways to incorporate healthier choices into your daily life. Try not to pay too close attention to the rules and advice of other people; just find ways to enjoy a healthy, balanced diet and a way to work up a sweat which works for you and your family. It will help in the long run!

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Gramercy Staycation: Finding Affordable Stays with Zen Rooms

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January 6, 2023

In the search for Instagrammable staycation spots within the Metro, we always come across this one property in Makati. One of the highest buildings in the area, Gramercy Residences lives up to its name for having a posh ambiance from its lobby area to the units they have, more especially the pool and recreational area.

We spent a night in this beautiful unit booked via Zen Rooms and it was one of the memorable ones! Gramercy Staycation

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Memorable + Instagrammable Staycation at Gramercy Residences in Makati <3

– Isa sa mga staycation spots na babalik balikan mo for sure dahil sa ganda ng area!

– Super maganda sa IG Feed ung infinity pool nila <3 Very picture-worthy!

– Pwede magdala ng food at magMovie night!

– Well-lit pools especially sa gabi. Mejo madami tao lalo kapag weekdays so kung kaya nyo ng weekdays, mas G!

– Ang ganda ng ambiance, panalo!

– Nakapagstay kami for less than 2k pesos, thanks to discount code! (see below)

Book for less than Php 2k sa Gramercy via ZenRooms by using our discount code: to avail 20% off!

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–Ung Loft ung pinakamagandang rooms sa lahat. Check nyo na lang sa website ung price 🙂

TIP#1: Pag sa zenrooms, lagi nyo gamitin ung discount code namin: THEJERNY for 20% discount!

TIP#2: Nagiiba-iba price depende sa dates pero balik-balikan nyo lang, minsan mas mababa ung price kapag mas soon ung booking.

STEP by STEP process on how to book, pwede nyo basahin tong isa naming staycation with zenrooms.

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How to Book Gramercy Residences via ZenRooms

Go to https://zenrooms.com.
Search for “Gramercy” and adjust your preferred date.
Use the voucher code: THEJERNY for 20% discount. (Applicable to all zen rooms properties, you can use anytime).
Check Out and Confirm Booking.
Pay using your Debit/Credit card, thru Online Banking, thru the Supermarket, or thru a Local Bank. There also are properties that have Pay at Hotel option. You will receive an email confirmation for your booking and further instructions from the Zen Rooms team if required.
REMEMBER: You can use our 20% discount code: – THEJERNY – to all ZEN Rooms properties in the Philippines and across Asia where there are Zen Rooms! Budget accommodation is everywhere with Zen Rooms!

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Azalea Boracay: Living It Like You’re In The Metro!

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January 6, 2023

Who said you can’t have a contemporary living like in the metro on an island? Azalea Boracay: Hotels and Residences will give you that immense atmosphere. The feeling of having your own grand abode, living the grand life and worrying nothing but sleep in the secluded and paradise island of Boracay.

Two minutes of stroll away from the beachfront, Azalea Hotels and Residences is advantageously located in Station Two of Boracay. Stress-free walk to revel in your morning dose of sunrise and your afternoon prescription of sunset. You need not hire a cab or expend another dollar just to get to the shore and feel the powdery white sands and aquatic blue waters underneath your feet.

Observing around at the reception area, Azalea Boracay’s colour is pleasing to the eyes. With personnel ready to welcome and serve you anytime, you’d know it’s definitely the best quality of living in the island. The foyer has a comfortable sofa and table for a quick chat and coffee, giving you ease when there are more people queuing for rates and booking a room.

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Upon booking, you will own a key bracelet and a key card. Once you have your own key bracelets and key card, you will then proceed to your room escorted by a staff. If you conveyed too many bags for your vacation, worry not for you will be abetted by their friendly staff. You can advance directly to your room and your bags will be delivered right straight to your door.

Kuya J’s restaurant is also located in the middle of Azalea Boracay. If you wish to dine at the restaurant, just tell the security officers and you will be assisted to Kuya J’s restaurant area. You do not need to be a temporary resident of Azalea to come in. If you’re a resident, just come by and order a few delish of your likes.

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Since we were assisted onto our rooms, we didn’t have a hard time finding it. Our rooms were located on the fifth floor. Upon entry, we were astounded by how efficient was the space and the design of the room. Each space was used to its best. The living room, dining and kitchen are what you will be witnessing upon entry. Each has a place of their own, moving inside isn’t an issue. Convenience is definitely on the top list of their checklist.

We noticed how grand it was inside. Azalea Boracay unquestionably surpassed our anticipations. With 50+ inch TV screen with cable channels, high-speed wireless connection, smooth and comfy sofa in the living area, clear dining table, kitchen with full equipment – coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave oven, and many other peripherals needed for a full stay. You’d feel like having your own luxury comfort. See how grand and in style was that? Check out the photos below for your viewing pleasure.

The room designated for us were with two more bedrooms. Yep, it’s a two-bedroom condominium type. So the room essentially has complete amenities you could ask for – living area, dining area, kitchen area, two bathrooms, and two rooms.

Since there are two bedrooms, there also are two comfort rooms. One is set in the middle of both rooms whereas the other is exclusive in a room. Both rooms have a king size bed, comfort room, wardrobe, and of course, own toiletries.

Inside the wardrobe were hangers, an iron and an iron board, hair blower, shower caps, shaving blade and cream, knitting tools (needle and threads), shoe mitt, vanity kit, sanitary bag, laundry bag, and tooth care kit. All you can ask for! If it happens you already used all up, you can request from the reception.

The bedroom gives you the finest home feeling. The bed was so inviting, plus with the bed lights on, the bed scenery is such a lovely thing to the eyes. You’d really wish you would want to cuddle with your loved one may it be your pet, your boyfriend or girlfriend, best friend, or anyone who first comes to your mind. In my case, I would love to have my girlfriend to snuggle with me all night. Mmm, yes, that kind of feeling, intimate and warm.

The interiors of the bedroom were the best for my taste. I loved how the bed, the curtains, the air conditioning system, the table, drawer, and bed lights, were placed. I’d love to live here for long. I’m sure you would do too, unless you get bored of the scenery, got tired of living on the island and living the grandeur island life. The bathroom is a shaded glass, a very exciting and classy way of taking a bath.

Don’t wanna go out but still would like to swim? They also have an indoor pool on the 6^th floor. Open until 10pm.

Hey, what’s not to love with Azalea Boracay? All I can see are the good points they have.

Close to the beach and other establishments like bars, clubs, and restaurants.
Kuya J’s diner in the centre of the whole Azalea Boracay establishment.
Friendly staffs and inviting lobby.
Doors with maximum security and if in case you forgot your keycard, you still have your key bracelet.
Stylish living room, kitchen, dining, bathroom, and bedrooms.
Bed to wallow you with relaxation.
High-speed internet / wireless connection.
Indoor pool.
Strategically located in Station 2 where most establishments are.

Recommending Azalea Hotels and Residences Boracay 100% if you are considering for cosiness, relaxation, exceptionality, elegance, grandeur, security and more!

For bookings, visit TravelBook.ph for exclusive deal and promos!

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CALABARZON Food Trip in Celebration of Filipino Food Month | Quezon, Laguna, Rizal

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January 6, 2023

CALABARZON Food Trip in Celebration of Filipino Food Month

Without the alarm on my phone, I think I would wake up by noontime! Thankfully, the buzz on my phone made me get up by 6 am perfect for my plan to do a morning walk. Ouans is made of 11 hectares of land. Only 4 hectares cover the entire accommodation so I was thinking what’s there in the woods. The owner’s daughter told me that there’s a plan to develop Ouan’s farm tourism spot. I admire the tall trees draped by long and thick vines extending down the ground. I wanted to walk further but I can feel my stomach is empty so I went to the place where we are going to eat. Guess what, I was the early bird!

Day 2

Breakfast at Ouans The Farm Resort

In the morning, we were served buffet breakfast of fried rice, scrambled eggs, Quezon longganisa and the best-tasting tinapa (smoked fish) I have ever eaten for breakfast. I swear! Ouan’s resident restaurant, Grandma’s Kitchen exudes a rustic and cabin atmosphere strategically located where you have the best view of the swimming pool and the surrounding trees.
Facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/OuansTheFarmResort/
Address: Km. 133 Diversion Road, Lucena City 4301
Opening hours: 7am-8pm (reception)
Contact information: 042 7131100

Brunch at LUISA and Daughter Restaurant

Luisa and Daughter Restaurant has been serving many kinds of viands in Quezon Province for 30 years. They served dishes that are deemed ahead from other restaurants in the area three decades ago because they already had Thai pancit, Korean Barbecue (bulgogi), tacos and sukiyaki on their menu. However, if there’s one local dish LUISA and Daughter has made a name of is Chami – flat Miki Noodles or Shanghai-style noodles stir-fried or sautéed with meat and vegetables. We were invited to the kitchen where they do all the cooking and demonstrated to us how to cook chami and voila, it only takes less than 10 minutes to finish!

The “Chami” that they serve warm to their customers do not contain artificial seasoning. It is purely made of “kaldo” or chicken stock. That’s the reason why the taste is authentic and a healthy version. They serve two variations: Chami regular (sweet) and Binalibag sa toyo (spicy). Don’t be surprised why you see beautiful (for sale) paintings hanging on the walls of this restaurant. Luisa and Daughter supports talented and budding artists in their province.

calabarzon-food-trip-in-celebration-of-filipino-food-month-quezon-laguna-rizal — Chami and Shanghai rolls

What to order:

Aside from chami – I suggest pancit Lucban, La Paz batchoy and pancit Molo.
Cream puff and lemon pie
Facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/luisarestaurant/
Address: Quezon Avenue Extension, Brgy. Gulang-Gulang, Lucena City
Opening hours: 7am-10pm
Contact information: 0427107543

Lunch at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant

Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant is one perfect spot if you have a foreign friend who is curious about the local dining vibe or a balikbayan relative is looking for a place to eat a myriad of Filipino food he used to eat since birth. Sixty wooden cottages that appear “floating” occupy the 1.5 hectares of land in Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant. The man-made lake that surrounds these cottages is well-kept that we even saw guys who were able to catch big tilapias using a simple fishing rod. What makes the dining experience here top-notch is a group of guys who hop from one cottage to another singing songs with a guitar and tambourine. It was also very nice to eat “pilipit”, Quezon’s local version of donut made of squash. The last time I ate this was during the Pahiyas Festival four years ago.

Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant has its own hotel bearing the same name. They have resthouse, deluxe, standard, villa and dormitory type of accommodation. If you want something modern, how about eating inside a refurbished airplane? Not far from Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant is its sister company Air Summit. Before you get inside, you’ll pass through a mini-airport where you’ll be welcomed by a lady and a gentleman dressed like cabin assistants who will take your order.

What to order:

Kamayan Boodle Fight good for 5-7 persons Php 2, 499
Menu Set A: steamed rice, steamed okra, talong & kangkong, inihaw na tilapia, inihaw na pork chop, chicken BBQ, inihaw na pusit, enseladang mangga, choice of free soup or iced tea pitcher
Menu Set B: steamed rice, steamed okra, talong & kangkong, crispy pata, fried chicken, fish fillet, calamares, enseladang mangga, choice of free soup or iced tea pitcher
Website: http://www.kamayansapalaisdaan.com.ph/
Address: Brgy. Dapdap, Tayabas City, Quezon
Opening hours: Daily 8am-9pm
Contact information: 042 793-3654 or 55 | 0918-951-0460 |0917-556-2642

Meryenda at Kape Kesada

Kape Kesada looks like a typical old ancestral house but there’s more than that. Inside, it is a quaint art gallery and cafe founded by an art lover, entrepreneur and dentist. This house back then was a “bahay kubo” or native wooden house but the owner slowly converted this to what it is today from remnants of demolished old houses. Kape Kesada has limited space but the artist managed to include an “outdoor” spot with views of the nearby road. The floor is entirely covered with small pebbles. You can dine here when it is not raining – if not you can move inside.

We were served “laksa” (made of puso ng or saging banana ‘heart’ plus okra, stringbeans, squash, etc. cooked in coconut cream, “minani” (fried cassava cubes sprinkled with salt) and kalamay (glutinous rice with coconut milk and brown sugar).

What to order:

The ones we tasted are not typically available every day in this cafe. You’ll have to order in advance. They serve sandwiches, Quezon local viands, coffee and more.
Facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/kapekesada/
Address: 4 J.V. Quesada St. Paete 4016
Opening hours: Business hours
Contact information: +63 49 557 1436

Sidetrip #1 – Fruit and Vegetable Carving Demo at Paete’s Municipal Hall

Paete is known for its world-class carvers and carving products. Instead of carving stone or wood, this time we met two locals who hail from Paete. They work in an international ship as chefs and currently on vacation. They showed us their carving skills to make art out of fruits, flowers, and vegetables.

Sidetrip #2 – Provincial Capitol Building of Quezon Province

It was a pity but the Provincial Capitol Building of Quezon Province is under construction and our visit was very swift so we were not able to take lots of good photos. However, if you are in Quezon Province, this is one of the most recommended spots to visit. Built in early 19th century, this capitol was designed in the neo-classic style.
From 1930 until today, it is an example of the fusion between contemporary and historical styles featuring 24 free-standing figures of concrete casts by Italian sculptor Francesco Monti.

Dinner at Balaw Balaw Restaurant

Our final dinner was in Balaw Balaw Restaurant. Balaw Balaw is a local sauce usually served with Sinigang. It is made of small shrimps mixed with rice gruel plus a local herb with reddish color. It’s an art gallery cum restaurant but way bigger than Kape Kesada. I give Balaw Balaw Restaurant extra thousand points for providing a separate sink just few cartwheels away from the dining area. Guests are encouraged to wash their hands and of course, eat with their hands.

By this time you can just imagine how much food we ate for the last two days so yours truly ate gracefully but made sure I tasted everything on the table! I specifically love “lauya” which is like sinigang except that Rizal folks drop cinnamon bark (sangkit) while waiting for the beef to be tender. Minaluto, a Filipino take on the paella was the star on our table. We had it in two versions: yellow and black. It is made of pork, chicken adobo, seafood, bougainvillea salad, crispy alagaw, burong balaw-balaw, fried & dried fish, grilled squid and more. Rice was colored black because of the squid tint. The native duck wrapped in pita bread is Rizal’s version of shawarma. We had “ensaladang mangga”, crispy alagaw and nilasing na hipon (alcohol-infused shrimps) as well. A glass of cold real tamarind juice was all I need to give justice to my heavy belly.

What to order:

Regular minaluto (steamed rice, mussels, prawn, crab, water spinach, pork adobo, tomato and salted egg) – Php 335
with yellow rice: Php 350
with binagoongan rice: Php 350
with pink rice: Php 350
Facebook fan page: https://balawbalawresto.webs.com/
Address: Doña Justa Street, Angono, 1930 Lalawigan ng Rizal
Opening hours: Sun: closed
Mon-Sat: 8am-12am
Contact information: +63 651 0110
Big thanks to Miss Maria Cristina Decal, our tour guide for this trip. She grew up in a family who loves to eat and cook. In fact, she said the biggest portion of her house is the kitchen. Bonding together with her loved ones means sharing a (local) meal. She runs food and heritage tour in CALABARZON area. You can find her on Facebook under the name Kulinarya Tagala.

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Ilagan Sanctuary: Isabela Province’s Nature and Adventure Site

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Jerny - Two Budget Travelers

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January 6, 2023

Not many of all you know that there are places to visit in Isabela. They might be more known when it comes to agriculture being the rice and corn granary of the Philippines but Isabela also has a lot to contribute in terms of tourism. Isabela is also the second largest province in the country and we haven’t explored its boundaries. Isabela is also the home to the grandest Bambanti Festival.
When you head to Isabela or Ilagan City, you shouldn’t miss the experience of adventure and excitement at Ilagan Sanctuary.

What the Ilagan Sanctuary has to Offer

Entrance Fee: 100 per person / 80 – Senior citizens

Activities and Rates at Ilagan Sanctuary (per person)

Bicycle rental – 100 Php
Wall Climbing/Rappelling – 100 Php
Cable Car – 100 Php
Zipline – 200 Php
Cable Car with Zipline – 250 Php
Horseback Riding – 150 per round within the sanctuary
Paintball – 250.00 per 50 bullets
Kayak – 100 Php per 30 minutes
Swan Boat – 200 Php per boat // 30 mins
Zip Bike – 150 Php / round trip
Obstacle Course – 100 Php
There also are packages and accommodations. For rates, see photo below.

The activities I got to try were the Zipline, Cable Car, and the Treetop Adventure. We also got to visit the three (3) caves in the sanctuary and the animal kingdom (mini zoo) with lions, tigers, boa, crocodile, turtles, monkeys, and more.

Zipline

The zip line in Ilagan Sanctuary holds the record for the fastest zipline in the Philippines according to our guide. You’d be coming from a 700 feet high hill then heading fast down to only a few meters high above the ground area.

Cable Car

The cable is your fastest way up the hill for the zip line. It can carry up to four people at once.

Treetop Adventure (see video below)

This isn’t like the treetop adventure in Baguio, this one’s an easier track. You will only have to take off your fear of heights and cross the hanging bridge. This track leads to the caves.

Main Cave

Main Cave is the first cave you’ll enter after finishing the bridges course on Treetop. It’s also the largest cave among the three caves.

Moon Cave

The Moon Cave was called such because it has a hole at the center for the light to enter.

Altar Cave

This cave was called the Altar Cave as it has an altar-shaped crevice where a religious image was previously placed.

Animal Kingdom

The Animal Kingdom is a mini zoo within the sanctuary. It holds lions, tigers (the biggest tigers I’ve seen so far), monkeys, domesticated giant snakes/boas, crocodiles, turtles, a lot more.

There was even a waterfall in the sanctuary which can be trekked for about 20-30 mins. We didn’t get to see the waterfall as we only have a limited time.

How to get to Isabela

If you don’t feel like driving 380 kilometers to Isabela, you can take a ten (10) to eleven (11) hour provincial bus ride from Kamias, Quezon City straight to Cauayan, Isabela for just P650.00 per person. You can easily book your ride as this is available in huge bus companies such as Victory Liner, Five Star Bus, and Florida Transport. Check bus rates here.
But if you want to immediately get there to start your adventure, you can book a flight to Cauayan, Isabela with an approximate travel time of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How to get to Ilagan Sanctuary

The terminal to Ilagan Sanctuary is located along the National Highway at Brgy. San Andres, 6 km north of the city of Ilagan. One can ride a northbound bus, van or jeepney and alight at the junction, where tricycles (PHP 150 roundtrip, with waiting time) can be hired to take you to Ilagan Sanctuary (entrance fee: PHP 50, inclusive of use of the swimming pools) in Brgy. Santa Victoria.
If you have a car, use Google Maps or Waze for navigation. Else, ride a tricycle and ask the driver to drop you off at Ilagan Sanctuary.

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Gosho no Yu Onsen: The Experience of Bathing Naked Publicly

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Jerny - Two Budget Travelers

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January 6, 2023

Goshono-yu (“imperial palace bath”) is one of Kinosaki’s largest bathhouses. Also known as the “Water of Beauty”, brings luck in love and protects you against fires. Goshono-yu features a multi-level outdoor bath facing a waterfall, as well as a granite water bench and as steam sauna where onsen water is sprayed into the air to create a fine mist.

It’s already past 10 pm when we got to Goshono-yu. This was the onsen house that was very close to Tsukimotoya Ryokan and is still open until 11 pm. The structure is very well aligned to the likeness of Kyoto Imperial Palace. Its design is more of the old-fashioned castles found in animes and old Japanese movies.

Upon arrival, we were greeted by the staff with pleasant smiles. Took our onsen passes for verification and told us to head inside immediately as we only have a very limited time left to take a bath and enjoy the hot spring bath. As I have mentioned, the men’s and women’s room are separated. They have instructions displayed on a corner of what to do’s as well as the dos and donts.

Onsen Locker Room

Inside the changing room are people who were still going to plunge in and people who were already finished bathing. Look for an open locker and place your belongings inside, including your yukata, undershirt, your underwear, and your big towel, except for your small towel. The small and big towel will be provided by your ryokan, in our case, Tsukimotoya Ryokan.

Expect the unexpected, though! You might be seeing naked people upon entry! This will probably put you in shock for a few seconds if you are not informed that you won’t be bathing in with clothes on. Well, we’re lucky we did our research. We’re a little hesitant at the start but we have to think that this is the culture of onsen and we should respect and abide by that. This is not relatively new to me. I have been naked most of my life so it’s not really much of a bother. LOL, just kidding! I had already set myself to that instance that we will be bathing without any clothes on, but only a small towel to hide our private parts.

Going to the Onsen Area

When we went inside, there are not a lot of people because probably it was already late. Less than an hour remaining and it’s closing. The steam of the hot spring is enticing and enthusiasm both reaches our senses. Inside is the hot spring area, shower area, sauna area and outdoor hot spring area. But, before dipping into the pool of hot water, we must first shower ourselves. There are instructions with photos so you won’t really have a hard time understanding the instructions at all.

After showering, we slowly took our place in the pool of hot water. The water’s temperature is about 38º-50º pretty hot but definitely won’t hurt your skin. It was a big bunch of relief to my muscles who had been tired of walking and carrying the baggage all day! The water was simply calming and relaxing. I’m sure my nerves were like partially sleeping but active. It’s very soothing and you can feel your senses relaxing. You can even sleep. No wonder why Japanese have such long lives and fresh-looking skin. If I’d be at an onsen at least twice or thrice a week, I’m pretty sure I won’t have to go to dermatologists to ask why are pimples coming. Like seriously, I feel like very pampered when I was there in the onsen. It’s definitely a different feeling, and when you go to Japan, YOU SHOULD TRY IT!

Gosho no Yu Onsen - www.twobudgettravelers.com — Outdoor Onsen

Few minutes have passed, my muscles relaxed. Emil and I decided to go to the outdoor hot spring pool with a mini waterfall that brings it like it’s naturally made. Unlike in the indoor area where hot the steam is enclosed, the outdoor area is cold. Also, it was a bit raining that time and the water droplets add more coldness feeling to the skin. In order not to feel cold, you surely would dip yourself in the hotness of the waters. Ah! More refreshed feeling for us! Not a massage but the feeling is somehow similar to that. Relaxed and feeling so clean and pure!

We then decided to try the sauna room. There are no people so there’s only the two of us inside it. I’m not sure about the temperature but it feels hotter than the water. While in there, we had a small chat about what we did earlier before going to Kinosaki Onsen, and that we should go onsen hopping. A few minutes later, we felt an increase in our breathing, like we are palpitating. I know it’s a normal effect but this is a new feeling for us. We stayed not more than 10mins inside sauna room because breathing gets a little more difficult every minute we were there. Probably because of the hot air we are breathing and oxygen intake is even less than normal. But hey, it’s a sauna and in the Philippines, we don’t get to do that always!

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It’s not more than an hour that we get to enjoy this lovely experience. Dipping in the hot pool relieves pain, soothes muscles and relaxes your nerves. I’m sure we’ll be having a good night sleep!

After sauna experience, we again dipped into the pool for a few minutes and then washed. Heading out of the pool area, we decided to at least use the hair dryers, but we were stopped by the staff saying they are already closed and no electrical equipment shall be used. We saw an old man who luckily we found with an underwear on and is stretching his arms and legs after the bath. :p Another middle-aged guy who just finished washing his self and is ready to put on an underwear. Seriously, though, nakedness is a normal thing in here, in an onsen. Even if you see their private part, it’s nothing to them. They see your private part, it’s gonna be like nothing to you. LOL! Japanese culture is really something.

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Note: Some photos aren’t mine. Credit goes to the owner.

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At Home Camping Ideas for Children and Families

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Jane - Two Budget Travelers

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January 6, 2023

Spending time with your kids promotes a healthy relationship and boosts the child’s self-worth. Now’s the perfect time to bond with kids and reinforce quality time. Since your family cannot go out and visit places, the best camping destination is in your backyard.

Camping is a fun outdoor activity that allows children to play and learn new things. This is one of the relationship building activities that can engage your kids. Since you’re at home, you might have limited camping ideas in mind.

Get your kids to stay away from gadgets at the moment. Spend quality time camping in your backyard and create lasting memories. Here are some camping ideas for children and families. We’ve compiled fun ways to enjoy your backyard getaway without expensive materials.

Organize a Treasure Hunt

Before setting up the tent and organizing food items in the backyard, you can think of fun games that will lead kids outdoors. A treasure hunt with clues all over the yard is one exciting activity for children. To make things a little challenging, you can incorporate educational clues all over.

If you have a small yard, you can always get creative and make props. Think the activity through and decide how kids can find the treasure in a limited space. The treasure could be anything like food, new toys, or a token that they can use for the whole camping experience.

Play a Backyard Bingo

Spend the afternoon playing themed bingo outdoors. If you are a big family, this will be the chance to bond with one another by playing human bingo or any other themed bingo. The winner also gets a prize or token, which is an ultimate motivator for kids.

Make sure to create a theme that is suited for younger kids. Do not leave behind kids and make sure everyone can join the game. One fun twist is letting children find objects on their cards. This will make them adjust to playing outdoors and develop new skills.

Cook Outside

Another fun at home camping ideas to try is cooking outdoors. Teach kids how to make fire and let them do some simple errands like washing the ingredients or mixing the sauce. Cooking outside makes the camping experience more authentic and fun for the family.

Plan the meals according to family favorites and snacks such as hot dogs or S’mores. Prepare easy campfire recipes that your whole family can enjoy. The trick here is letting your children take over some tasks so they can be fulfilled after cooking.

Play Sports

Burn off energy with physical playtime in the form of sports. It could be Frisbee, badminton, football, or tug of war. A small tournament can be more exciting, plus kids can be motivated with prizes.

For extremely hot days, you can simply organize a beanbag toss or croquet for less strenuous activities. Outdoor activities like sports make camping less boring and totally fun. Every kid loves a little bit of action to boost skills and stamina.

Stargaze

At night, your family can lie on the grass and stargaze. No need for a heavy-duty telescope because binoculars can do the trick. You can name the stars and allow kids to name theirs too. To make things more fun, let children draw shapes they can see in the sky.

Storytelling is part of stargazing and this will allow kids to learn more things about the stars, moon, sun, and other entities. Parents can also use this opportunity to educate children on facts about planets, and the solar system.

Sing Along

To cap off the night, your family can gather around a fire pit and sing along. Play an instrument and sing your favorite songs. Do this while sipping hot chocolate or while eating a snack. Take this opportunity to teach kids some new songs and encourage the family to make catchy music.

Each family member can also prepare a special performance. This will help children boost confidence and develop singing skills.

Conclusion

Spending quality time with your family doesn’t need to be extravagant. A simple camping once in a while makes up for a unique and memorable experience. Parents simply need to be creative and to find ways to engage kids of all ages.

Make sure to plan ahead and provide decent prizes that kids will love. It could be a good snack, coupon, or any other items you can find at the grocery.

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Solo Travel Taiwan | 7 Day Itinerary For Taiwan – Kaohsiung to Yehliu

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Jerny - Two Budget Travelers

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January 6, 2023

Contributed by: Eunice Paramo

EXPLORE TAIWAN from South to North during Spring season to catch the Cherry Blossoms!Sharing you my first solo travel Itinerary from South to North of Taiwan last March 8-15.

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Day 1 | TEMPLE HUNTING IN KAOHSIUNG

Solo Travel Taiwan | 7 Day Itinerary from South to North of Taiwan — Kaohsiung

Arrival at Taoyuan Int’l Airport Head to Kaohsiung Start of the travel adventure:)Dome of Light Fo Guang Shan Lotus Pond Dragon and Tiger Pagoda Spring and Autumn Pavilion Ruifeng Night Market

Day 2 | Mountain Adventure in Chiayi

Alishan (there are cherry blossoms during spring season) allot a day or 2 to explore the place and try the Alishan Forest Railway

Day 3 | Taichung

Cherry Blossoms in Formosa Aboriginal
Glass Bridge

Glass Bridge Sun Moon Lake Formosan Aboriginal (may cherry blossom during spring season)

Day 4 | Sea of flower in Taichung

Houli Flower Farms
Houli Flower Farm

Houli flower farm You may also visit Rainbow Village

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Day 5 – New Taipei

Yangminshan
Yangminshan park

Yangmingshan (may cherry blossom and Calla Lilly during spring season) Food Trip at Shilin Night Market

Day 6 – New Taipei

Jiufen Famous Tea House

Yinyang Sea Golden Waterfalls Juifen Shifen Old Streets Shop at Ximending

Day 7 – Taipei

Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall
Liberty Square

Chiang Kai Shek Sun Yat Sen Taipei 101 Taipei Zoo Buy pasalubong at Ximending

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Tips / Notes:

• Before booking a hotel, icheck nyo yung malapit sa mga Mrt station para tipid mga besh at lakad2 lang 🙂 For Solo Traveler at gusto magtipid try nyo hanap ng for backpackers ito recommended ko (see below).•For solo traveler, try nyo maghanap sa Klook or KKday ng package like yung day 6 ko kasi mas matipid sya.

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•For group naman mas okay kung rent kau sasakyan para mapuntahan lahat esp. yung Shifen Waterfalls 🙂

What To Do In Taipei Taipei City Sightseeing Bus Tour Via Kkday — KKday Banner

•Book a 4G wifi for rent online either at KKday (Wif Rental) or Klook (Wifi Rental) the rent is ₱150/Day.•If you will go to other cities like Taichung or Kaohsiung, book the unlimited ride HSR access for 3Days at KKday or Klook via online. For ₱3000, you will save a lot of money than buying it per ride. Look for the promo code sometimes they have ₱1000 disc promo code for that.

Recommended Hotels

Fun Inn – located at Ximending [Check Rates via AGODA | BOOKING]Hey Bear – capsule type sya at super nagenjoy ako at makakatulog ka ng mabuti at tahimik tlga(highly recommended) near mrt station din sya. [Check Rates via AGODA | BOOKING]Next Taipei Hostel – ang gusto ko dito yung breakfast is buffet madami ka makakain located at Ximending [Check Rates via AGODA | BOOKING]I highly recommend na maghanap din ng hotel near mrt in Ximending kasi andito yung shopping center so masaya tong lugar na to paggabi at accessible;)

Stay connected while in Taiwan

We availed the 5 Days Unlimited Data SIM Card for Taiwan via the Pinoy Traveler’s Unlimited Sim Card. Read our review and why we love this particular product sold in the Philippines. As a digital nomad, being connected all the time is my number one priority. REVIEW and HOW TO AVAIL.Alternatively, you may opt to choose a WiFi device rental via KKday.

KKday: Taiwan Unlimited 4G Portable Wi-Fi Rental (₱ 139/day)

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CALABARZON Food Trip in Celebration of Filipino Food Month

Day 2

Breakfast at Ouans The Farm Resort

Brunch at LUISA and Daughter Restaurant

What to order:

Lunch at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant

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Meryenda at Kape Kesada

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Sidetrip #1 – Fruit and Vegetable Carving Demo at Paete’s Municipal Hall

Sidetrip #2 – Provincial Capitol Building of Quezon Province

Dinner at Balaw Balaw Restaurant

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What the Ilagan Sanctuary has to Offer

Activities and Rates at Ilagan Sanctuary (per person)

Zipline

Cable Car

Treetop Adventure (see video below)

Main Cave

Moon Cave

Altar Cave

Animal Kingdom

How to get to Isabela

How to get to Ilagan Sanctuary

Onsen Locker Room

Going to the Onsen Area

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Organize a Treasure Hunt

Play a Backyard Bingo

Cook Outside

Play Sports

Stargaze

Sing Along

Contributed by: Eunice Paramo

Day 1 | TEMPLE HUNTING IN KAOHSIUNG

Day 2 | Mountain Adventure in Chiayi

Day 3 | Taichung

Day 4 | Sea of flower in Taichung

Day 5 – New Taipei

Day 6 – New Taipei

Day 7 – Taipei

Tips / Notes:

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