Winter in Niagara Falls, Ontario

The sun didn't show up. My aunt told me that she would pick me up at past 7 AM. Thankfully, she showed up on time, and I was very excited to visit Niagara Falls. The steady and soft drops of rain started to fall from a sky of gray velvet. It softly hit the car windows as we drove south of Toronto. Despite the weather, the rain calms me.

The Adventure to the Great North

Toronto skyline during sunset.

Traveling to Toronto was harder than I thought. From the tourist visa hiccups to every traveler's nightmare named jet lag, It's hard to comprehend that this trip had finally become a reality. Back home, everything was green and cerulean. Here, it's all white, gray, and overcast. As the plane touched down Pearson International Airport's runway, I couldn't help but smile.

After almost 24 hours of flight and transit, I am finally on the other side of the world.

Winter Wonderland at Montréal, Quebec

The first time I experienced winter, I fell in love with it. It was love at first sight despite the biting cold and the occasional runny nose. The moment I went outside the terminal building of Pearson Airport, the cold wind struck without warning. I know it was almost March, but Spring wasn't around the corner yet. Canadian winters are known to last until May! Since my friend and I were itching for a new adventure, we decided to take a road trip up north to Montréal, Quebec!

6 Flourishing Provinces That Remain a Stronghold of the Filipino Culture

The Philippine archipelago is blessed with a cornucopia of fascinating wonders that seem to never run out. Aside from the globally known destinations such as Boracay, Palawan, and Cebu, the rest of the Philippines promises a heartwarming experience in every province you go. With its rich wonderful culture and the kind gracious people, the country really leaves a mark in every traveler’s heart. 

If you want to experience more of the Philippines, here’s a list of provinces with exciting new developments and boasts true Filipino culture for you to discover. 

Hidden Gems Arising: New Philippine Destinations Worth Visiting

With a staggering 7,107 islands, the Philippines is undoubtedly packed with extraordinary destinations that would surely leave you in awe. And every month, newly discovered gems are frolicking all over the internet, inspiring travelers to see more of the astonishing beauty the county has to offer. 

Take note of these newest attractions that rightfully deserve a spot in your bucket list. 

Tried and Tested Tricks For Cheap Travel

Traveling may seem to be an expensive and luxurious hobby. But then why are there thousands of travelers who never seem to stop? It only means they do traveling very differently, they travel cheap, but still, create a fulfilling travel experience.

Don’t let money stop you from traveling. With the right tricks and mindset, travel is possible without breaking the bank. Here are a few of the tried and tested tips for budget travel you have to start doing now. Happy travels!

Why Your Travel Experience Should Start Online

The internet has changed everything about how we go about day to day life in today’s society and has opened up a whole new world of exciting services that can help us when getting things done, including planning an entire trip. Years ago, many backpackers would have just hopped on a plane with a map and no idea where they were going to go. While this would give you quite the experience, you can make things a lot easier nowadays for yourself and your worried mom at home thinking about you.

How I Dealt With My First Tourist Visa Rejection

Ever since I got my first tourist visa (Taiwan Visa) three years ago, I was overjoyed. For those who didn't know, the Philippine passport is not the strongest nor the weakest in the world - just right in the middle between the best and the worst. After my first trip to Taiwan, I went to Japan, Korea, and Australia without encountering any problems with my visa applications. These countries granted me a multiple-entry visa in less than a week! With that, I grew complacent. Around November last year, I booked a roundtrip ticket from Davao to Toronto via Manila without even securing a valid tourist visa first. I took the risk, but I still believe it won't be that hard since I already did this from my previous trips in Japan and Australia.

Little did I know that my overconfidence almost burned my upcoming Canadian trip to smithereens.