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Japan Through My Eyes Part One: Osaka and Nara in Spring Japan Trip Itinerary
My 15-day Spring Japan trip itinerary is quite eclectic, with tourist spots varying from the obligatory to the hidden and from the trending to the elusive. An uneventful Saturday afternoon has compelled me to finally unseal my limited edition Kamiki Ryunosuke Photograph Collection and DVD set, Sincérité, shot in Europe. While browsing it, I realized I had accumulated several photos during my 15-day trip to Japan (April 7-21). Kamiki is my ultîmate favorite Japanese actor, and as normal-looking as he is, he inspired me to print my own photo book. One of my best buddies, Misha Pueblas, a great photographer, took most of the photos. Like Kamiki, I am nothing…
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11+ Incredible Eats You Must Experience in Metro Manila
Beware! This blog post contains images that may induce hunger, unanticipated cravings, drooling, or immense longing for something not within your vicinity. It’s an extension of my previous post, Everything I Did on My Weekend in Manila: Nightlife Edition. Whether you’re in the mood for traditional Filipino dishes, international restaurants, or trendy fusion cuisine, the Philippine capital has something to satisfy every craving. When visiting Manila, the incredible local food is one of the best parts of the experience. I highly recommend staying at Red Planet Makati Avenue near the airports and the heart of Metro Manila’s nightlife and culinary haven. In my humble opinion, the restaurants I feature here…
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Everything I Did on My Weekend in Manila: Nightlife Edition
In contrast to Davao, Manila is a place that never sleeps, especially for certain night spots like Makati or Timog, the current top two party destinations in the metro. Hence, many dwellers outside of the capital prefer partying there. I have been traveling to Manila almost every month for at least four days to attend concerts by my beloved artists. While it would be more economical to fly in and out quickly, as a single girl, I feel it would be a waste to do so, especially since there is so much to enjoy in the city. On my trips to Manila, I almost always opt to stay in Makati…
