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Budget for Travel

By havenhunter Thursday April 12, 2012

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“Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends, but is played out over and over again in the quiestest chambers. The mind can never break off from the journey.”

– Pat Conroy

True to the quote, I wrote this post in a sleeper bus on our way to Mui Ne from Ho Chi Minh City. I can’t get my mind off our next adventure.

Many of my friends wonder how I get to go to places they dreamed about. I guess most of the time, the wrong impression gets in the way that I can afford a lavish lifestyle and have riches to spend on luxury travels. In truth, i still work an 8-5 job (9:30-6:30 in my case) or more and rely on holidays and weekends and paid leaves. I get stressed out most of the time, yet it keeps me sane that I have a journey to look forward to at the end of the month.

Romancing Ibn Battuta Mall

By havenhunter Monday March 5, 2012

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Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.

~Bo Derek

Dubai prides itself to be the shopping destination of the world. I couldn’t agree more, from golds, jewelries, fabrics, shoes, bags and car deals, name it and they got it at an incredible bargain prices.

Dubai’s world-renowned malls boast a number of features that takes the title “shopping paradise” into a whole new different level to most travellers and shoppers.

Top 5 Places to Visit in Australia

By havenhunter Monday February 20, 2012

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With all the things to do and places worth visiting, Australia is the next thing on our bucket list. A visit to the land down under offers a bit of a challenge to backpackers though, whereas a handful of free time can afford travellers with priceless sceneries and fresh air. There is adventure for the wanderer and solitude for the seeker from retreating in secluded beaches in Sydney to filling one’s appetite with divine sweets in Melbourne, to falling in love with the impressive Australia’s wildlife.

So if you’re planning your next Queensland holidays, consider these places, as we list down the quest for ultimate Australian getaway.

Siargao Outtakes!

By havenhunter Monday January 30, 2012

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’till summer comes around
’til it comes around and it comes around.
-keith urban

In and Around Siargao, we hitched on bikes to delve in a truly authentic suburban Siargao experience. We went into 3 different Catholic churches, wet markets, ktv places and ports. Endure the rugged terrain from the town of Burgos to Dapa to General Luna via rented jeepney.

Weekend Photo #20 : From Bali With Love

By havenhunter Saturday January 21, 2012

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Eat, Pray, Love

We profess our love for Ubud and it’s laid back atmosphere.

It’s More Fun in The Philippines!

By havenhunter Saturday January 14, 2012

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The new campaign of the Department of Tourism (DOT) became viral since it’s launch last January 10. Despite some criticism, majority embraced the slogan “It’s More Fun in the Philippines!” as a positive strategy to a more exciting tourism industry this year.

Weekend Haven is more than happy to participate and show some love to pay homage to why we itch on exploring the Philippines and it’s 7,107 beautiful islands.

Weekend Photo #19 : Twin Beach

By havenhunter Sunday October 23, 2011

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Nacpan & Calitang Beach in El Nido

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Enchanting Sohoton Cove and Bucas Grande Islands

By havenhunter Saturday August 27, 2011

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Enchanting Sohoton Cove and Bucas Grande Islands

Sometimes the sky belongs to me
And wraps me in infinity
Sometimes it turns the other way
And hides itself in clouds of gray

-Elizabeth Santos

After a devastating two days of bumming around, finally we’re off to test the waters of Siargao sans tsunami mishaps.

Waking up in an Island Dream

By havenhunter Sunday August 14, 2011

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Misfortune is never mournful to the soul that accepts it;
for such do always see that every cloud is an angel’s face.
~Lydia M. Child

This is a continuation to the epic tsunami scare which spiced up our journey to Southern Philippines.

Contrary to the anticipated sleepless night, I had a good night sleep. A bit weird though for passing out in such a dangerous state. We were already resolved that if it happens to chase us and ruin our perfectly planned holiday, then be it. Although, I still felt relieved to hear the rushing waves off a few feet away from our front porch the next morning.

Around Siargao & Tsunami Scare

By havenhunter Monday June 13, 2011

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The stars shine so bright
Heaven can’t be miles away
For it is right here

-Allisson Liddle

Beyond the roadblocks of delayed flights and bad weather, we were determined to make the most out of our summer plans. Bring it on!

Let our weekend adventure begin. We pulled off a flight marathon to Siargao and finally settled down in a secluded resort along the coastlines of Burgos town.