WAIVED NA PO ANG TOURIST VISA FEE FOR NEW ZEALAND! True! Hindi po ito fake news. Before, it was mandatory to pay NZ$ 165. As of June 2017, A resolution has already been approved, stating that the Citizens of the Philippines do not have to pay anymore the fee or immigration levy for TOURIST/VISITOR VISA … Continue reading New Zealand Tourist Visa for Filipinos 2018 – DIY Online Application Guide with Photos
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The Balabac Squad
My 4 days and 3 nights island camping trip Balabac,Palawan was made even more fun and perky by these awesome travelers. Cheers to more epic travel stories for us in the future! Check out this video blog attached. Para sa inyo to lahat. Halong sa inyo tanan dira! =) Balabac trip details? Wait lang guys. … Continue reading The Balabac Squad
So We’re Here in Baguio. San Tayo Kakain?
Lamon! Lamon! Lamon! It's that part of the laag that I look forward the most. Sino ayaw mabusog? So last month, our travel group (char!) got invited once again by Azalea Hotels and Residences. This time, we visited the ever charming Baguio City. We did a lot of sight seeing. We visited BenCab Museum. We … Continue reading So We’re Here in Baguio. San Tayo Kakain?
Jose’s 10 Favourite Cakes Around Davao City
Hi Guys! It's almost 2 am on a Saturday night, and I am still freaking alive, alert and awake because of that Old Town Hazelnut Coffee I had kaninang 6 pm, which I should have just passed. So since lurat pa mata ko, naisip ko lang to finally return to my long overdue blogs on … Continue reading Jose’s 10 Favourite Cakes Around Davao City
Biyaheng Pinas:Josemanuel Visits Baguio City
Here's a quickie vlog on how I spent my recent 2 days off in Baguio City. Flew in via Clark Int'l Airport. Baguio City is just two and a half smooth hours away by private van from Clark. Traveling to North and Central Luzon is now easier for Davaoenos with Airasia Philippines' direct Davao to Clark … Continue reading Biyaheng Pinas:Josemanuel Visits Baguio City
Josemanuel Wears Surfer Boy Highlights by Buddy Congson
Ohhw,Joy! It's my first time to have my hair highlighted. #YOLO! I am currently wearing 'Sun-kissed Surfer Boy Highlights', professionally handled by The Buddy Congson of Balayage by Buddy and Hairs and Nails Salon Davao,Digos and General Santos City. Get in touch with buddy through facebook. https://www.facebook.com/buddycongson/ https://www.facebook.com/HairsandNailsSalon/
Katsu Country Japanese Inspired Cafe
Tucked in a quiet corner along Jacinto Extension stands Katsu Country, a recently opened Japanese-inspired café in Davao serving tasty tonkatsu sets, ramen and creative pasta dishes. Super easy to find the cafe, as the sleek and very inviting millennial pink interiors can easily be spotted from the outside. Here are some of the 'must … Continue reading Katsu Country Japanese Inspired Cafe
Boracay Quickie Trip : What’s in my Backpack Challenge
Sharing with you guys how I prepared and packed my bag for this trip, plus some other highlights. Check nyo to. =)
Applying Schengen Visa Through The Netherlands Embassy in the Philippines
--- April 22,2015, Wednesday, 10:00 pm, General Santos City --- Earlier today, I got my passport back from the Netherlands Embassy with a valid Schengen Visa Sticker. Approved! Grabe! Ilang araw ko din to inanticipate! I was kind of doubtful with my application at first because me and two other companions had difficulty in the … Continue reading Applying Schengen Visa Through The Netherlands Embassy in the Philippines
Travelogue 2016
As a new year tradition(and hopefully I can keep it up), I am sharing these simple travelogue postcards of beautiful cities I’ve visited this year. All shots were taken by me with my Sony. Feel free to share. =)
A Day Around Amsterdam|A Photoblog
A morning stroll around Amsterdam is always a delight. A side trip to Zaanse Schans should never be missed. It is where you will find the centuries old windmills and cheese factories. Getting there will only take an hour from the central station. Amsterdam is also as lovely in the afternoon.
A Day in Bruges| A Photoblog
Bruges is a medieval city of northwest Belgium, that is highly distinguished for its canals, cobbled streets and brick-faced buildings. The city played a significant trading point in Northern Europe during the 14th to 19th century, and is among the few that had been spared from major destruction during the WWII. It was said that … Continue reading A Day in Bruges| A Photoblog
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Jose’s 10 Best Street Food Moments
Ok, dahil kain lang ako ng kain lately, I thought of shortlisting some 10 memorable street food moments and lamons from my recent biyahes around. Nothing super fancy, basta yung mga casual, simple at cheap pagkain lang; nonetheless, authentic pa din. Walang cheeseburger dito ha? So here goes. Enjoy. =) 1.) Pho, Ho Chi Minh … Continue reading Jose’s 10 Best Street Food Moments
Backpacking Scandinavia (10 Days in Sweden,Norway & Iceland. Magkano ba?)
It's no secret that the Scandinavian countries of Europe are among the most expensive countries in the world to visit; especially when you are coming from the Philippines. Sobrang layo na nun,beh. You can already breathe in the cold air from the north pole, at di mo na ramdam yung equator from there. Chot! Intimidating puntahan? Medyo … Continue reading Backpacking Scandinavia (10 Days in Sweden,Norway & Iceland. Magkano ba?)
Favorite Eats, Favorite Places (Balik tanaw sa mga nakaraang laag, Session II)
Chill Sunday it is. Careerin muna natin ang day off and lets loosen up a bit. With that, I thought of sharing on my blog, some ganaps and personal faves and experiences from my travels so far. Nakaka tuwa ito, promise. Dami pictures. First foreign city visited: Bangkok, Thailand(2010). Well, di un backpacking talaga. It was more … Continue reading Favorite Eats, Favorite Places (Balik tanaw sa mga nakaraang laag, Session II)
Travel Ka Na Naman,What’s The Occasion? -A balik tanaw session sa aking mga laag so far
For four years now, backpacking had become an annual thing na for me. And with all my heart, these days of traveling, have always been the best days of my recent years. Backpacking excites me, and it drives me para mag ipon on something. In fact, I am actually more excited for my travel time, … Continue reading Travel Ka Na Naman,What’s The Occasion? -A balik tanaw session sa aking mga laag so far
Top 5 European Beers ni Jose(My favourites so far)
Dahil Valentine's at napapanahong maglasing, I am posting my top 5 favourite beers, from the countries I've visited in Europe. I love beer, particularly the mildly sweet brew. I am an avid beer drinker, but I am not an expert of beer science or anything. The list is basically on my personal preference with taste, … Continue reading Top 5 European Beers ni Jose(My favourites so far)
12 Most Beautiful Churches In Europe
More than a symbol of man's faith, churches(or any house of worship), are among the most relevant reflection of a civilization's age, culture and story. Of all the churches I have visited during my trip to Europe, here are 12 (At no particular order) with the most beautiful facade I've seen and an impressive setting … Continue reading 12 Most Beautiful Churches In Europe
Day Trip to Vienna Austria
A visit to Vienna, Austria was part of the packaged tour arranged for us by Travel Expert, Inc., Poland (https://www.facebook.com/Travel.Expert.BP/?pnref=lhc) Vienna is merely 3 1/2 hours from Prague. Here are some snapshots from our day visit. St. Stephen's Cathedral The vicinity of St. Stephen's Cathedral is one of Vienna's Posh shopping districts. Hopfburg Imperial Palace … Continue reading Day Trip to Vienna Austria
Easy Walking Tour Around Prague (Plus Czech Foodies)
Apart from being declared as a city of love, Prague probably is one of the best destination for any medieval architecture junkie, with its well preserved Gothic and Romanesque monuments. Here are some of my best snap shots while walking around Prague's old district. A massive, fortified complex of churches and palaces, the UNESCO-listed Prague Castle … Continue reading Easy Walking Tour Around Prague (Plus Czech Foodies)
Biyahe ni Josemanuel 