10 things about MANILA

Accommodation : Hilik Hostel, Makati area 
Length of stay : 2 nights

1. Check metered taxi, there are 2 options, coupon taxi (a little bit more expensive) and yellow taxi. I chose yellow taxi, but still the driver made a deal for 500 pesos to Makati. So no choice for me -__-'

2. I took Uber all the time during the trip, so I can make it faster to go here and there. So little time so much coffee shop and places list :D

3. Manila is all about malls. For chasing Jollibee, I like Power Plant Mall, because it's not too big and crowded. But you still have to see the 4th biggest mall in Philippines and 11th in the world, SM Mall of Asia. My favourite is also Greenbelt Mall which has 5 mall buildings but it was nice they have park in between malls and it's so green-y. 

4. Going to exhibition or museum probably could be an option when you don't know where to go besides mall and Intramuro (historical area).  I went to Manila Contemporary Art and Design (MCAD). They had "Serenity of Madness" which turned out to be the most depressing exhibition I've ever seen. 

5. Ayala Museum was really worth the 425 P to see Philippines history. 

6. Intramuros (historical area) is nice when the sun is already a bit down. It was nice to have an afternoon stroll. I took pedicab (they charged 350 Pesos per 30 minutes but bargain-able). Feel bad because my bike driver is originally from the area and he told me lots of stories about the place, so I only bargained 300 P. And be careful, even they are looking nice, sometimes they'll scam you too. 

7. If you will spend a weekend in Manila, try to go to the sunday market, Legazpi Sunday Market. They are selling foods and stuff, just like a flea market, in Manila way. 

8. Food to try : Jollibee of course! But on my last day, I decided to have a quick visit to try Wildflour cafe+bakery, and I didn't regret it because I love this place and the bread was so good! (It's Instagram-able as well!)

9. Coffeeshop I've visited : 
- Habitual Coffee : Try Kalsada, the Philippines washed in aeropress!
- Yordstick : Their Coldbrew no.1 was the best!
- Curator Coffee & Cocktails : Their recommended drink was Shake-O What-O (coffee, milk, coconut). 

10. Manila is possible for long weekend trip! And I finally completed my bucket list to visit all southeast Asia countries!  :D

#INADVENTURE to Singapore for Coldplay Concert 2017

From stayed at my old apartment to reunion with friends there remembering our good old days.

#INADVENTURE to Pontianak

Short trip in between PD trip from school in March 2017:)

#INADVENTURE to NYC

#INADVENTURE to Caracas

(Will update this post with 10 things about Caracas soon!)

10 Things About Dili (East Timor)

Accommodation in Bagan : Timor Plaza Hotel & Apartments
Length of stay : 3 days and 2 nights

1. There are two types of taxi in Dili. The blue one and yellow one. To be more saved, make sure you choose the blue one even though it's a bit more expensive.

2. Agnes and I chose to stay at Timor Plaza Hotel, since someone we know recommend this place because it's save, nice and even there were supermarket, cinema and Burger King in the same area. 

3. There were not many places to be explored, except you want to see more in other island like we did. There are two islands worth to visit, Atauro Island and Jaco Island. We went to Atauro Island for an hour, but it was worth it. I wish I had more time to even stay a night at Atauro. 

4. You can find a city tour by online easily. 

5. If you are a souvenir hunter like me, tais (a traditional woven handmade by Timor's  women) is a must buy item! You can go to the tais market to find a cheap tais or you can ask the taxi driver to Alola Foundation to find a good quality of tais even though it's more expensive. I went to the fabric and I even saw the artist did the tais there. 

6. You'll find so many amazing spots that so instagramable around Cristo Rei! 

7. For a coffee lover pay a visit to Letefoho Specialty Coffee Roaster.

8. Go to a Museum and find interesting story about the country.

9. Caz Bar is what you need if you want a chill time watching sunset near the beach.

10. There are not specific local foods that we can try, too bad.

10 Things About Myanmar (Yangon & Bagan)

Accommodation in Bagan : Royal Bagan Hotel, 1441 Anawrahta Rd, Nyaung U & Zfreeti Hotel, 5 Thiri Pyitsaya, Nyaung U
Length of stay : 5 days and 4 nights


1. I have to admit, the only thing why I'm in love with Myanmar is because the people are so nice! Their services are amazing and they're very helpful. And I have to say, after Japanese people, in my opinion, Burmese people are the nicest local people I've ever met!

2. Don't expect too much on Wi-Fi here, even in your hotel or some cafes, just buy local simcard either Ooredoo or Telenor for only 4500 - 6000 Kyat for couple of days. It's much easier if you buy it when you arrive at the airport.

3. The easiest transport is taxi. You have to bargain to go everywhere. Ask information desk or people at your hotel, the reasonable price to go somewhere. From Yangon International Airport to the city is about 8000 Kyat. And around the city maybe around 3000 - 5000. In Bagan, from the bus station to Nyaung U is about 8000, to the Airport from Nyaung U is around 5000 Kyat. When you want to explore Bagan, it's easier to rent transportation that is more comfortable for you. You can choose for taxi (half day around 25000), horse cart (half day 20000), or electronic scooter for 10000 a day.

4. You should try local food, especially Mohinga! I think one of the best Mohinga you can find in Feel Restaurant.  In Bagan, you can find food around Restaurant Road in Nyaung U area. But there are many good restaurants in New Bagan area too. Depends where are you staying. Since I stayed around Nyaung U, I can recommend you to try Black Bamboo and Weather Spoon. 

5. If you want to go by bus between cities, I recommend JJ Express. It looks like a business class for bus service. From Yangon to Bagan would cost around 19 USD or 26500 Kyat.

6. Bagan is actually a good place for sunrise and sunset chaser. You can get the best view to see the sun over the pagodas. Pagodas hopping are also good thing to do there.

7. I stayed in 2 places when I went to Bagan. Both were nice and have a good service. If I should choose, I prefer Royal Bagan for their services and Zfreeti for their facilities.

8. If you think Cappocadia is still out of reach, you can think about hot air balloon in Bagan then. I went with Balloon over Bagan. It's worth every penny!

9. Don't forget mosquito repellent! It's such important thing too. 

10. If you want to buy souvenirs, Bogyoke Aung San Market is the cheapest and good place in Yangon, and small market around Lawkananda Pagoda near the riverside in Bagan.