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Author: Joana Paola Gutierrez

How to Cross Borders From Laos to Thailand? Step by Step Guide & What You Need to Know
Indonesia / Laos / Thailand

How to Cross Borders From Laos to Thailand? Step by Step Guide & What You Need to Know

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezOctober 11, 2025October 11, 2025

If you are planning to do a backpacking trip in Southeast Asia, this guide might help you! We recently visited Vang Vieng, a small town …

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COMPLETE VANG VIENG LAOS DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET FOR FIRST TIMERS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
International / Laos / Vang Vieng

COMPLETE VANG VIENG LAOS DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET FOR FIRST TIMERS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezOctober 10, 2025October 11, 2025

I have a confession to make! Laos is a country I never thought I will truly love. We came here last September 2025 as part …

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COMPLETE VANG VIENG LAOS DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET FOR FIRST TIMERS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Read More
COMPLETE ALISHAN NATIONAL FOREST DIY GUIDE: What You Need to Know + How to Get There?
Chiayi / International / Taiwan

COMPLETE ALISHAN NATIONAL FOREST DIY GUIDE: What You Need to Know + How to Get There?

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezJuly 18, 2025July 18, 2025

The Alishan National Forest in Chiayi Taiwan is the best destination I’ve been to in Taiwan. Yeap! It provides a refreshing escape to its forested …

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COMPLETE ALISHAN NATIONAL FOREST DIY GUIDE: What You Need to Know + How to Get There? Read More
ULTIMATE WULAI DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
International / Taipei / Taiwan

ULTIMATE WULAI DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025

I traveled around Taiwan for 14 days and Wulai is the most worth it day trip I recommend if you are staying in Taipei for …

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2025 ULTIMATE KAOHSIUNG DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Kaohsiung / Taiwan

2025 ULTIMATE KAOHSIUNG DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezJuly 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Home to the country’s largest port, Kaohsiung City located in the South of Taiwan is a quiet and laidback destination perfect for people looking for …

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2025 ULTIMATE KAOHSIUNG DIY ITINERARY & BUDGET: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Read More
2025 Ultimate Travel Guide to Black Island in Palawan: Everything You Need to Know
Beach & Islands / Freediving / Palawan

2025 Ultimate Travel Guide to Black Island in Palawan: Everything You Need to Know

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Black Island, also popularly known by locals as Malajon Island in Busuanga features dark limestones and natural caves. My group and I stayed on this …

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BICOL BACKPACKING: CATANDUANES-ALBAY-SORSOGON ULTIMATE DIY ITINERARY FOR FIRST TIMERS
Albay / Backpacking / Catanduanes / Sorsogon

BICOL BACKPACKING: CATANDUANES-ALBAY-SORSOGON ULTIMATE DIY ITINERARY FOR FIRST TIMERS

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Are you up for another backpacking adventure? It’s been a while since my last backpacking trip and if you’ve been following my travels you probably …

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How to Explore Gili Islands DIY Way? 2025 Itinerary + Budget
Indonesia / International / Lombok

How to Explore Gili Islands DIY Way? 2025 Itinerary + Budget

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

I’ve been reading articles and watching videos about Gili Islands in Lombok, Indonesia for years and I can’t believe I am now creating a Gili …

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Understanding Gili Islands: Which is the Best Island to Stay? How to Choose From All 3 Islands?
Indonesia / Lombok

Understanding Gili Islands: Which is the Best Island to Stay? How to Choose From All 3 Islands?

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

I know what you’re thinking, you’re currently stuck on which island to choose from OR you don’t fully understand how many islands does Gili have. …

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