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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!
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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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Netflix Series Guide That Will Surely Kill Time During COVID-19 Home Quarantine
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Netflix Series Guide That Will Surely Kill Time During COVID-19 Home Quarantine

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezMarch 27, 2020October 6, 2020

It’s been almost 2 weeks since the PH President Rodrigo Duterte ordered lock-down and home quarantine in the country. This is due to the current …

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DIY Travel Guide to Asik-Asik Falls in Alamada, Cotabato
North Cotabato / Waterfalls

DIY Travel Guide to Asik-Asik Falls in Alamada, Cotabato

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezMarch 21, 2020July 5, 2020

“Have you been to Asik-Asik Falls in Alamada?” is what every local in Cotabato City asks us whenever we go around the city to look …

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Dive Sites in Batangas (Updated as of March 2020)
Adventure / Batangas / Freediving

Dive Sites in Batangas (Updated as of March 2020)

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezMarch 18, 2020April 10, 2020

Batangas is a famous dive haven of freedivers and scuba enthusiasts. Whether you are coming from Manila or any place in Luzon, Batangas will always …

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Travel Guide to Davao City & Samal Island: 2023 DIY Itinerary & Budget
Davao del Norte / Davao del Sur

Travel Guide to Davao City & Samal Island: 2023 DIY Itinerary & Budget

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezMarch 2, 2020October 28, 2024

Whenever people talk about Davao City, we either hear from people who’s been there “pakamusta kay tatay Digong” or “masarap ang durian dyan.” Furthermore, it …

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I’m Dealing with Anxiety About my Future
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I’m Dealing with Anxiety About my Future

Joana Paola Gutierrezby Joana Paola GutierrezFebruary 2, 2020February 13, 2020

It’s been a while since I last published an open letter about how I feel. Mostly, I would create travel related contents in this blog. …

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