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ISLAND HOPPING IN TAWI-TAWI 2022: SOUTHERN MOST PART OF THE PHILIPPINES
Beach & Islands / Islands in PH / Tawi-Tawi

ISLAND HOPPING IN TAWI-TAWI 2022: SOUTHERN MOST PART OF THE PHILIPPINES

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 9, 2020May 27, 2022

Island hopping in Tawi-Tawi is like a whole new world of exploring islands. Top reasons includes being the farthest and Southern most province in the …

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Ultimate Travel Guide to Malamawi Beach: Basilan’s Laid-back Paradise (2022)
Basilan / Beach & Islands

Ultimate Travel Guide to Malamawi Beach: Basilan’s Laid-back Paradise (2022)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 8, 2020May 27, 2022

There’s nothing better than being indulged in the wellness of nature. Malamawi Beach sits in the isolated part of Basilan province and is definitely a …

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2022 ZAMBOANGA DIY TRAVEL GUIDE: Sample Budget & Itinerary
Zamboanga del Sur

2022 ZAMBOANGA DIY TRAVEL GUIDE: Sample Budget & Itinerary

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 7, 2020May 27, 2022

A province complete with waterfalls adventure, pink beach island and other fun and exciting adventures are some of the things to expect when in Zamboanga. …

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10 Quick & Easy Pinoy Merienda Favorites (Filipino Recipe)
Food and Drink

10 Quick & Easy Pinoy Merienda Favorites (Filipino Recipe)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 6, 2020April 10, 2020

Pinoy merienda has been part of our day to day lives in the Philippines. Surely, a day isn’t complete without indulging into delicious and tasty …

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Once Islas  DIY Travel Guide 2022 (Budget & Itinerary)
Beach & Islands / Zamboanga del Sur

Once Islas DIY Travel Guide 2022 (Budget & Itinerary)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 5, 2020May 27, 2022

Once Islas is the new tourist destination that opened to public last July 2018. Located just 1.5 hours away from Zamboanga City, Once Islas is …

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Sta Cruz Island: Zamboanga’s Pink Sand Beach (DIY Travel Guide 2022)
Beach & Islands / Zamboanga del Sur

Sta Cruz Island: Zamboanga’s Pink Sand Beach (DIY Travel Guide 2022)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 4, 2020May 27, 2022

A laid back paradise that lies 15-20 minutes boat ride away from the Paseo del Mar is another paradise worth visiting when in Zamboanga. The …

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My Freediving Story: Celebrating 1 Year of Making My Mermaid Dreams Come True!
Freediving

My Freediving Story: Celebrating 1 Year of Making My Mermaid Dreams Come True!

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 4, 2020August 18, 2020

So it’s been hell of a year! I’m still stoked right now. Well mostly I am very happy about this newest extension and addition in …

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A day in Sulu Province: Is it safe to travel in Sulu? (2022 Travel Guide)
Sulu

A day in Sulu Province: Is it safe to travel in Sulu? (2022 Travel Guide)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezApril 2, 2020May 27, 2022

This is the question that is most often asked by people, “is it safe to travel in Sulu?” I’ve been to this province as part …

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Zamboanga Port Ferry Schedules (Updated as of March 2020)
Basilan / Sulu / Zamboanga del Sur

Zamboanga Port Ferry Schedules (Updated as of March 2020)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezMarch 28, 2020April 7, 2020

ZAMBASULTA is a famous route that Filipinos follow when traveling around the Philippines. The 4 provinces of ZAMBASULTA includes Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi. And …

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Her name is Joana Gutierrez, a mermaid born with human legs to explore the world. She started traveling at the age of 22 and started doing solo-travels at 23. Read more here.

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Mountains

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buscalan diy itinerary

2025 Complete Buscalan DIY Itinerary & Budget: Everything You Need to Know + New Hanging Bridge

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Freediving

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January 30, 2026January 31, 2026
travel guide to black island

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