Working on Happiness

This may not be a travel post but I'm writing about it anyway for I feel I am surrounded by unhappy people. 

I was unhappy once. For years even. I guess that's expected when a valuable relationship spirals down. We expect so much from our other half, we tend to forget how we managed to be on our own. We fail to see that there are so many things in this life that should make us happy. 

This.

Categories: Thoughts

Byaheng Wala Lang

Nakasakay ako ng jeep. Sa kaliwang side may nakaupong apat na pasahero. Sa side ko naman may nakaupong mga anim. Bilang na bilang ko sila kasi medyo masikip na sa side namin samantalang sa kabila, parang pang-photo-op lang ung mga upo nila.. May sumakay na ale. Medyo may edad na. Saktong pang-maalagang-nanay na edad.. Mga 54-57 gnun.

"Hindi siya yung ale pero wala na kong mahanap na picture sa jeep, ok." Haha

Categories: Public Commute, Thoughts

Things To Remember When Travelling Alone

So you've decided to go on that solo travel? Here are some friendly reminders when you're about to go on your own adventure =)

· Secure your luggage. If they can be bolted with even a small lock, the better. Lagyan mo ng alarm kung medyo praning ka.

Dorm Type Room in Harold's Mansion

Categories: Dumaguete, Solo Travels, Thoughts

First Solo Flight. Why do it?

I’ve heard of numerous and varied reactions on my solo travel to Dumaguete with some being funny and amusing while some are just plain annoying. 

Loner lang? Maghahanap ng majojowa? Broken-hearted? Depressed tehh? Kaya mo ba talaga mag-isa?

The answer will be no, no, no, no and hopefully, yes.

I am aware that traveling on your own and being a girl in particular is not a popular practice in the Philippines but I am decided to do it. Living in Cebu 4 years back, I have explored places even without company. Went to Tops via habal-habal, explored beaches on my own via public commute and dined in places where couples, families or a group of friends usually go. All those under heavily-clouded and desperate circumstances – I was emotionally devastated. I needed to get away and I find refuge in food, scenic places or the beach.

This solo travel however is different. I am actually excited. Not running away from anything (or anyone) but seeking adventure.

Categories: Dumaguete, Solo Travels, Thoughts