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To be truly honest with you guys, I don't have a passport until November last year. I bravely booked a flight to Hongkong last July 2017 even though I don't have passport yet (haha yes that was true bravery).

It was my first time in Hongkong, It can be scary traveling alone, especially when you've never done it before. But to me, growing old without experiencing everything you want from life is scarier.



One of the best thing to do in Hongkong is to visit the happiest place on East Asia, Hongkong Disneyland! With a whole host of Disney characters to meet, rides to enjoy, a Lion King Show, Fantasy parade and fireworks, you are guaranteed a day of fun and much excitement.







What I love walking around here is that wherever I go, happy and cheerful music is everywhere to lead my steps.








Mickey waffle!!!






2nd Day.

The streets are quite unfamiliar. The city has lots of things to offer to everyone. For my first international trip, Hongkong turned out to be a hit.

The Iconic Red Taxi.











For the shopaholic, it's a haven. Especially when you love branded items.



 

I thought I was in Divisoria haha.

Their transportation is very accessible! Less-hassle compare to PH.



More than that, solo travel gives you ultimate freedom. In that freedom and infinite space of possibility, you meet yourself. You have to learn how to survive. Who to trust, where to eat, where to go. That's the reward of solo travel: Personal Growth. Whether a weekend or a two-week vacation, try it at least once!

Below are some tips if you're going to Hongkong:

* Purchase all the essentials in advance. I was talking about the airfare which I booked on Cebupac, Disneyland Tickets (Klook.com), cheap hostel if you're on a tight budget which I got for only 3,000php 4D3N!!! at Airbnb.com, and Octopus Card which you can purchase upon arriving at Honkong Airport. Trains, Buses, Taxis, and most of stores at Hongkong accepts payment through Octopus Card. You can reload it at 7 Eleven near your hotel.

* Get a map upon arriving Hongkong Airport especially their MTR Maps. It is a huge help!

* In Disneyland, approach their staff and ask for stickers. They give it for free!

* 1 HKD = 6.39 PHP


Love,
Eya

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If you are a potterhead like me, I am sure you are dying to visit Hogwarts. Unfortunately, plane ticket to Wizarding World of Harry Potter is quite expensive. If only I can utter ''accio moolah'' and money will fall unto my lap. But because Harry loves me haha, a Harry Potter Themed cafe magically appeared along Quezon City!


The Nook Cafe is one of the newest addition to the numerous food places in Maginhawa. If you're a big fan of the Harry Potter series - books and movies like I do, then this cafe will surely give you that happy and goosebumps when you get to visit it!

''After all this time?''
''Always.''



The famous Butterbeer is a non-alcoholic drink yet cold, sweet and a bit minty. It is simply butterscotch drink inspired by J.K. Rowlings wizarding world. The food was also pretty excellent. 


Golden Snitch

Team Gryffindor!


The Smallest Bedroom

The Nook Cafe magically pulls you into a world of nostalgia and enchanting memories of teenage addiction to the world of witchcraft and wizardry. On the second floor, you'll see more of Harry Potter books and other  non-fictional stuff. They also have board games that you can borrow to level up your dining experience.



Owls played a big role in the Harry Potter series so the cafe was decorated by a lot of owl figurines from the counter, to table tops, and bookshelf. Speaking of bookshelf, the owner displays her collections of book from the complete set of Harry Potter series to Twilight, Divergent, and a lot more. 




Expect items you've seen from the movie like the pentagonal box of frog chocolates as well as a magic wand.





The obligatory shot with our uniforms on with our magical wand!




So ride that Hogwarts Express and head on to Maginhawa Street that will lead you to a gather of the pure and half bloods!



Love,
Eya














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Quick weekend getaway it is! I was able to experience again the joy of touring and exploring new places! This time... hello Baguio!


The city has become the center of business, commerce and education in Northern Luzon. Because of its cool climate, Baguio was designated by PHILIPPINE COMMISSION as the "Summer Capital of the Philippines".



We do the usual itinerary when you go to Baguio which consists of Botanical Garden. Wright Park, The Mansion, Mines View Park and The Good Shepherd. And
 Strawberry Farm on our second day.



Indeed it was very relaxing and slow-paced weekend. Wonder where we are going next!










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