Meet the Nomads: Johnny Ward

Johnny, a young Irish bloke has been travelling since 2006. You’ll be amazed with all his travelling experiences that he documents in his blog. I’m personally at awe with the pictures of some wildlife that he took in his travels. You have to see it. Learn more about Johnny and visit him at One Step [...]

Cheap Universal Adapter at ACE Hardware

I’ve been cruising the malls for cheap universal adapter for some time now and the price is usually at around P1000 ($25) each. I also went to Divisoria (cheapest shopping market in Manila) just to look for one and I found one for half the price (P450). Luckily I didnt buy it yet. I found [...]

Meet the Nomads: Amanda Jane

Amanda is a Filipina raised in Oslo and was born from parents who are both passionate about travelling. A true-blue backpacker that will inspire you not only to travel but also to live your life to the fullest. An excerpt from Amanda’s blog. “When you get 80, do you want to regret the fact that [...]

Roadblock: Securing a Chinese Visa

I went to a travel agency in Binondo this afternoon to get assistance in securing a Chinese Visa. This is the same agency that I went to last 2009 when I got my 2nd Chinese Visa and to my surprise, there’s a lot of required documents needed to be submitted. Last 2009, I just brought [...]

Meet the Nomads: Keith Savage

Keith will definitely mesmerize you with his writing. He writes with passion and soul that you could literally feel whatever he’s feeling at the moment he’s writing his post. Here’s an excerpt from Keith’s blog. “It might sound over-dramatic, but there is drama in a man finding the key to a cell that for years [...]

Enjoy a Romantic Night the Frugal Way

A lot of us are now planning a nice dinner with our love ones, families and friends this coming Valentine’s Day. A lot of bloggers are also now whipping articles for this special occasion. As I was conceptualizing about this article, I suddenly remember the people who have a limited budget  to spend. How would [...]

Cutting Costs in Cape Town

My stay in Cape Town centred around the agreeably-named Green Elephant Backpackers in Observatory, affectionately shortened to “Obs” by the student masses that live in the area. This was a cheap (R100/£8.79 per night in a dorm) and pleasantly convivial place for me to base myself, although those with an aversion to hearing the buzz [...]

Cheap Travel Gears at Cash & Carry

I went to Cash & Carry yesterday to buy some pet food and strolled afterwards. I am very fond of visiting novelty stores every time I go to the mall. And to my surprise, I found three items in American Bazaar that I think would be useful for every backpackers. And it only cost me P66 each. [...]

Finally! A Nice Metro Manila Guide for Tourists

Explore PH released a FREE Metro Manila guide for local and foreign tourist alike. I have not seen the actual guide yet but I’ve seen the electronic version and I like it. Here’s a few screenshots of the city guide. Click here if you want to access the Metro Manila Guide Christmas Edition by ExplorePh. [...]

Meet the Nomads: Marcelo Arrambide

Marcelo’s lifestyle will come as a big surprise. He’s a nomadic trader. Yup, that’s right. He’s doing stock trading as a way of living and to support his freedom he does it remotely using his laptop. Different people who wants freedom are becoming more and more creative nowadays. With the advent of technology, we are [...]

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