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by Asta Alvarez on January 26, 2020 at 4:14 PM

When I first laid eyes on it, I didn’t realize what it was. The team was documenting our Verde Island trip in Batangas when we spotted a huge structure, prominently sticking out from a hilly area on the mainland. It was hard to miss. It turned out to be the massive Montemaria Shrine. Montemaria Shrine, Read More The post MONTEMARIA SHRINE, BATANGAS: Travel Guide & How to Get There appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 26, 2020 at 11:11 AM

When you think of Japanese food, what’s the first destination that comes to mind? Is it Osaka, often called Japan’s kitchen for nurturing countless cooking masters and serving iconic dishes? Is it Tokyo, the city with the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world and an eclectic taste that combines tradition and innovation? Is it Kyoto, Read More The post 15 MUST-TRY FOOD TREATS IN KYUSHU (Fukuoka, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita & Saga) appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

on January 25, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Every now and then, a digital detox is needed.

by The Poor Traveler on January 25, 2020 at 2:41 PM

Outside, the heavy skies had already begun pouring rain, but inside the museum, hearts were just as heavy. I looked around and everyone had eyes welling up. It didn’t take long before someone bursted into tears. It had been a somber day, to say the least. What pushed us to tears was a photo of Read More The post 20 BEST THINGS TO DO IN NAGASAKI appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

on January 25, 2020 at 1:16 AM

After Cebu’s Sinulog and Kalibo’s Ati-Atihan, the celebration continues honoring the Sto. Niño or the Child Jesus, this time in Iloilo.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 24, 2020 at 5:19 PM

It was Gerald Anderson and Julia Barretto who introduced Saga to me. In the film Between Maybes, this humble, little-known prefecture became the setting of an unlikely romance. While Saga’s rustic charm sure feels cinematic, there is definitely more to this unassuming destination than what can be captured on cam. Saga is one of the Read More The post 13 BEST THINGS TO DO in SAGA, JAPAN appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

on January 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

New Coast Hotel Manila is set to bring a redefined experience to its guests, partners, associates and stakeholders as it welcomes 2020 with a fresh start.

on January 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Duty Free Philippines is set to welcome the Chinese New Year of the Metal Rat with a 2-day sale at its flagship Fiestamall store in Parañaque City.

on January 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Belmont Hotel Manila, a prestigious brand of property conglomerate Megaworld Corp., recently won in two major categories in the The World Luxury Hotel Awards for 2019 held in Helsinki, Finland.

by Catherine Talavera on January 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

The Araneta Group is set to soft open the P1.5-billion ibis Styles Hotel Araneta by the end of the year, which is seen to improve the 35-hectare Araneta City’s offerings to travelers as well as the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions sector.?On Monday, Araneta Center Inc. officially topped off the first ibis Styles hotel in the country.

on January 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Residents and tourists traveling to Baguio City can look forward to more areas with fast, free and reliable connectivity as PLDT and its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. expand Smart WiFi coverage in the City of Pines.

on January 23, 2020 at 11:25 AM

Gazini Ganados is looking like a true-blue island girl in her latest Instagram post.

on January 23, 2020 at 10:42 AM

A vibrant and cosmopolitan melting pot, Hong Kong remains the top preferred destination of Filipino travelers. You ll never run out of exciting and fun things to do in Asia s World City, whether you re looking for culinary treats or breathtaking sights.  

on January 23, 2020 at 2:53 AM

Team Kramer is back in Japan!

on January 22, 2020 at 11:31 PM

Here’s a scalding reminder to start getting those beach bodies ready.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 22, 2020 at 12:38 PM

If it’s not obvious yet, Japan is our favorite destination in the world, bar none. How many times have we visited Japan? We have lost count! But we have set foot in 28 Japanese prefectures. Japan has all the right qualities that can make a traveler fall madly in love in no time — from Read More The post JAPAN ON A BUDGET: 20 Practical Tips for Backpackers appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

on January 22, 2020 at 10:46 AM

Get your cameras ready because Palawan has been named to The 50 Most Instagrammable Places in the world this 2020!

on January 22, 2020 at 5:43 AM

Teresita Ssen Marquez was able to mix work with pleasure recently on her quick getaway to Pearl Farm in Samal Island.

on January 22, 2020 at 3:11 AM

Steal these poses from this angel!

on January 21, 2020 at 12:43 AM

Find out the couple’s favorite spots in Japan.

on January 20, 2020 at 10:58 AM

Explore one of the country’s top holiday destination and surfing capital, Siargao Island, when you book a flight via SkyJet.

on January 19, 2020 at 9:18 AM

Rhian had second thoughts at first but she eventually decided to conquer her fear

on January 19, 2020 at 8:41 AM

It’s not yet summer but the Kapuso actress is already serving curves as early as now.

by Neil Jayson Servallos on January 18, 2020 at 4:00 PM

More than 100 Filipinos residing in Canada hoping to escape the harsh winter season were greeted by ashfall brought by the eruption of the Taal Volcano. But that did not stop them from partici­pating in the 7th annual winter super-vacation in the Motherland.

by Mariah Cruz on January 18, 2020 at 7:53 AM

Asia’s largest cruise ship coming through! Royal Caribbean announced the sailing dates for the Spectrum of the Seas‘ 2020-2021 seasons. The ship is homeporting in Shanghai and Hong Kong. Here are the sailing dates of Spectrum of the Seas for 2020 according to Royal Caribbean’s official website: Spectrum of the Seas Upcoming Cruises Sailing from Read More The post Royal Caribbean SPECTRUM OF THE SEAS: Cruise Schedule 2020-2021 appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

on January 17, 2020 at 12:30 AM

Jak and Barbie vs. Sapporo’s rain, snow, and language barrier

on January 16, 2020 at 4:00 PM

January is Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo and this year the city gears up to present an even bigger and better celebration than before.

on January 16, 2020 at 4:00 PM

Duty Free Philippines Corporation has doubled its year-on-year sales growth to +4 percent in 2019 compared to +2 percent in 2018.

on January 16, 2020 at 4:43 AM

Stylishness in full display, the Global endorser has turned the streets of Taiwan into a runway, where numerous Taiwanese fans eagerly asked for selfies with Gabbi. 

on January 14, 2020 at 12:59 PM

Rhian Ramos spent the first few days of 2020 exploring the beautiful province of Bohol.

on January 14, 2020 at 5:30 AM

The Filipina beauty queen looked absolutely timeless in the photos she shared on Instagram, Monday from her trip to The Land of the Rising Sun.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 7, 2020 at 4:41 PM

Proof of funds, often called show money, is one of the most common and the most important requirements in visa applications. Whether you’re applying for a Korean visa, Japanese visa, UK visa, Canadian visa, Australian visa, or Schengen visa, you will need to submit documents that will prove that you have the financial means to Read More The post BANK CERTIFICATE vs BANK STATEMENT: What’s the Difference? Which is Needed for Visa Application? appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 7, 2020 at 4:03 PM

“How much show money should I have in the bank to guarantee my visa application approval?” If I earned a dollar for every time I got that question, I would be pretty wealthy by now. Easily, this is the most frequently asked question on our social channels. We also make sure that we answer this Read More The post SHOW MONEY for VISA APPLICATION & IMMIGRATION: Everything We Know So Far appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 6, 2020 at 4:31 PM

The most nerve-wracking part of any visa application is the waiting game. When you have submitted all the requirements, there is nothing more to do but wait nervously for the result. At this point, you have done all you can. Your fate is out of your hands now, and it’s up to the visa gods. Read More The post How to Check Status of Your KOREAN VISA APPLICATION Online: Approved or Denied? appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 6, 2020 at 4:29 PM

Employment certificate, financial documents, and income tax return (ITR) are the staples of most visa applications. But there is one document that is usually overlooked — the cover letter. A cover letter isn’t always a requirement when applying for a visa. However, it’s something that we often recommend to add to your pile of documents, Read More The post SAMPLE COVER LETTERS for VISA APPLICATION: Korea, Schengen, Australia appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.

by Yoshke Dimen on January 3, 2020 at 9:16 AM

I started travel blogging in 2010, but it wasn’t until 2013 when I decided to visit a country that requires a visa. Why did it take that long? Because I knew that if I attempted applying for a visa before that, I would have been refused. Applicants from developing countries usually need to go through Read More The post The Road to VISA APPLICATION APPROVAL: When is the Right Time? How to Prepare Early? appeared first on The Poor Traveler Itinerary Blog.