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A lot has been said & heard about Tokyo and I'm happy to say that most of it are true. You know we all have this notion of expectation vs. reality but Tokyo exceeded far more both my expectation and reality. I arrived in Tokyo early morning from the overnight bus I taken the night before from Kyoto and even in my dreamlike state, Tokyo was alluring me with its charm. It is a massive metropolitan city with lots of interesting districts, each with its distinct vibe and attractions full of cool and unusual things to do. You might spend a lifetime there and still not discover it all.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">How To Apply for a Japan Visa</span></b><br />
In case you're reading this first and not my previous blog post of Japan (link), I made a separate post about the Japan visa application. Click the link <a href="https://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=APq4FmAJhJ6j6gSGV5sCYF2_C0afR76HMJVMxts9tBpp_xWK9y8X27pqtS_0YKY8AWFv_RhgMTLi9F8dSB0qeWugb1JCm9DRwSqL3jqy6olnQmgvt2uWcrSDykTSQpK7LqvCnhHJIPEp&postId=8648271076993968232&type=POST" target="_blank">here</a> to know more about this.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">How To Get to Tokyo</span></b><br />
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There are two airports serving Tokyo namely Narita International airport and Haneda airport. If possible, try to find a flight that flies to/from Haneda airport since Haneda is so much closer than Narita, it will only take about 30 minutes to get you to the city via local train.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">From Haneda airport:</span></b><br />
From the map above, you can either take the Tokyo Monorail or Keikyu Railways. If you take the Tokyo Monorail alight at the Hamamatsucho Station (490 yen) and from there, transfer JR Yamanote or JR Keihin-Tohoku Line going to any station closest to your hotel. Same goes with taking the Keikyu Railways (420 yen) but you're just going to alight at the Shinagawa station and transfer to JR Yamanote line.<br />
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Alternatively, you can take the limousine bus from Haneda airport but I don't recommend it as it will take about 40 minutes to an hour depending on the traffic situation just to reach the Tokyo station.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">From Narita airport:</span></b><br />
There are a lot of options to travel from Narita airport to the city as this is a bigger airport serving International flight. But for 'budget' purposes of this blog, the cheapest option is the Keisei Main Line Limited Express for only 1,030 yen. This train will take you directly to Ueno station (where I stayed) and you can transfer to another line depending on where your hotel is located. Take note that this is different from Keisei Skyliner which is a faster route but for double the price costing 2,470 yen.<br />
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The JR Sobu Line (Rapid Service) is also a good option for only 1,320 yen. It is a slower but cheaper alternative from Narita Express. This train will stop directly at Tokyo station should your hotel is located near there.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">How To Get Around Tokyo</span></b><br />
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* Or you can download the pdf for a clearer version by clicking this link <a href="https://www.tokyometro.jp/en/subwaymap/" target="_blank">Tokyo Subway map</a>.<br />
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As I stated in my previous Osaka blog, download the <b>Hyperdia</b> app to help you get familiarize with the train stations because if you thought Osaka was crazy then Tokyo was obviously crazier. As you can see, most of the stations are seated side by side that it took me almost 10 minutes just to locate one station when I was finalizing my itinerary. <i>Kelangan ata ng magnifying glass pero pra sa inyo netizen, </i>let's breakdown this mazelike entangled stations. There are three operators that serve Central Tokyo: JR East, Toei Subway, and Tokyo Metro Subway.<br />
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> JR East or also known as JR line - they control the all-important JR Yamanote Line. Important because this is where all the major stations and of course, most of the tourist spots are located. If you refer to the map above, this line is the white & grey striped that form a big loop at the center. I think striped is the official color designated to JR line which makes it easier to find.<br />
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> Toei Subway & Tokyo Metro Subway are subway lines that are operated by separate companies but users of prepaid rail passes can freely interchange between the two networks. Basically all the colored-lines except the white & grey striped are under this network.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">SUICA or PASMO Card</span></b><br />
If Osaka has their own prepaid ICOCA card, then Tokyo has SUICA or PASMO card. You can still use the ICOCA card in Tokyo (if you happen to forgot to return it while you were in Kansai Region) but you won't be able to get the ICOCA's deposit or unused funds once you return it in Tokyo.<br />
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The only difference between SUICA and PASMO card is that they are owned by two different companies but both cards work the same. You can use it in ALL train stations and you can purchase these in any stations scattered around Tokyo.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Tokyo Subway Ticket</span></b><br />
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This ticket enable the users to have unlimited access to all subway lines -Toei & Tokyo Metro lines except the JR line. It is available for 24 hours (800 yen), 48 hours (1,200 yen) & 72 hours (1,500 yen). I think this is a better option out of all the passes to explore around Tokyo especially for first-time visitors as it won't matter how many times you're going to get lost since this ticket already got you covered. And cheaper too compared to the Suica/Pasmo card or any other passes. The only downside is that you're probably going to switch from one line to another since you can't use it in the JR line but I still think it's a better deal. You can purchase this online <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1552-subway-ticket-tokyo/?aid=1814&utm_medium=affiliate-alwayson&utm_source=non-network&utm_campaign=1814" target="_blank">Tokyo Subway Ticket</a> thru Klook.<br />
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Sounds easy right? Hopefully I made it easier for you guys but I can't guarantee that you won't get lost lol. Where's the thrill on that? Kidding aside, you can always ask the staff when you are in doubt, which is probably most of the time. In fact on my last day in Tokyo, I was already too tired of navigating and reading signs on which platform should I go to that I just approach the staff and asked him frantically "What platform should I go to going to Ueno?" He replied without blinking "Platform number 7." Do note that not a second passed when the staff answered instantly. I mean That.is.commendable considering there are like gazillion platforms inside the station. Which is why I prefer to ask around than to navigate myself because locals always know best.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Places To Visit in Tokyo</span></b><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">Miura, Kanagawa</b><br />
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I know this place is not really well-known to most tourists but if you ever find yourself in Tokyo early February and you wanted to visit the most famous and if not, arguably the most beautiful season in Japan - the Cherry Blossom season, this is the place to be. Every year, the Miura Kaigan Sakura Festival is held along the railroad from Miurakaigan Station to Komatsugaike Park from the middle of February to the middle of March. There are approximately 1000 kawazu-zakura trees planted along the railroad. Unfortunately, I arrived a week early and there aren't any trees that are in full bloom the moment I step foot off the train but I still wished fervently "Lord kahit isang tree lang.." and sure enough He granted my wish. He gave me not just one but 3 trees. Of course it's not as picturesque had all the trees were in full bloom but it will do. You gotta work with you have.<br />
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To get here: Take the JR Keihin-Tohoku line and get off at Yokohama station. From Yokohama, transfer to Keikyu line and get off to Miurakaigan. Travel time is almost 2 hours from Tokyo for 1,120 yen.<br />
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Apart from Miura, there are also 2 other places that has an early Cherry Blossom but requires farther travel time, the Kawazu, Shizuoka (around 3 hours) and Matsuda, Kanagawa (2 hours & 30 minutes). Out of the three, I think I should have went to Matsuda instead, as this place offers a great view of Mount Fuji and there are little slides and train you can take around the park.<br />
Tip: Visit the website <a href="https://n-kishou.com/corp/news-contents/sakura/?lang=en" target="_blank">Sakura Forecast</a> by the Japan Meteorological Corporation (they were pretty much accurate with their predictions). Forecast gets updated every 1-2 week in the lead up to March/April.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building</span></b><br />
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Also commonly known as Tochō or Tokyo City Hall, has an observation deck that provides if not the best, an amazing view of the city from its 45th floor. You can even see Mount Fuji on a clear day. Tokyo's other famous viewpoint like Skytree and Tokyo Tower, although considerably taller, it is incomparable as the entrance fee to Tocho is absolutely FREE.<br />
Nearest Station: Tocho-mae Station (Oedo Subway Line)<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Tokyo Tower</span></b><br />
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A communication and observation tower, its structure is inspired by the iconic Eiffel Tower that lights up at night. Visitors can also enjoy the variety of souvenir shops, cafes, restaurants and the One Piece Tower, an indoor amusement park.<br />
Nearest Station: The closest subway stations are Onarimon Station on the Mita Subway Line, Akabanebashi Station on the Oedo Subway Line and Kamiyacho on the Hibiya Subway Line, which are all about a 5-10 minute walk from the tower.<br />
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I have a confession to make...I didn't maximize my time here because of poor planning & I arrived late and I'm still limping because of my sprained leg. How cool is that?lol But the worst part is, the park was OVERLY crowded. I know Disneyland is always crowded since I've already been to Disneyland Hong Kong but I wasn't expecting the influx of tourist in Disneyland Tokyo. It's like all the people in Japan have agreed to go on that same day, on Monday of all days. And then I didn't know I'm entitled to have a Fast Pass. I thought you have to pay for extra fee for that just like in Universal Studios but it's totally <b>FREE</b> and available for everyone who has a ticket. I ended up just trying 3 rides. I'm literally kicking myself right now.<br />
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So to avoid going through the same tragic fate that I had, Fast Pass ticketing is a way of bypassing the long lines since it will take you almost 2 hours of waiting without it. Every key attraction has Fast Pass ticket machines installed near the entrance. Just scan the QR Code of your ticket and it will give you a fast pass for that particular ride. The ticket indicates what time you can use the ride and the time you can get another Fast Pass so only <b>ONE</b> Fast Pass is allowed at any given time. And yes Tokyo DisneySea also has this feature. Actually there's a lot of rave reviews about Tokyo DisneySea claiming it is better than the Disneyland. Probably I'll try that when I'm back in Japan next time :)<br />
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You can book the ticket online by clicking <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/589-tokyo-disneyland-japan/?krt=s10&krid=fcc839a8-1d82-4e9f-4489-e1130c0e4273" target="_blank">here</a><br />
Nearest Station: JR Maihama Station (Keiyo Line)<br />
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If there's one place in Tokyo that I wanted to visit again, this will be it or any place around the Fuji region. The hype is real. Mt. Fuji was indeed breathtakingly gorgeous. I was lucky enough to see it up close but it just decided to show up later in the day. Still :) And I can honestly say that visiting this Japan's famous landmark sans expensive tour package is doable. Make sure to pre-book your trip beforehand. Depending on where your hotel is located, the two most common stations that offer a sightseeing bus tour are from Tokyo (<a href="https://japanbusonline.com/en/AreaSearch2/3130000/4194301001/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw4-XlBRDuARIsAK96p3C9HRDasnu80ZqDk3ZgOoj8HuSB3M-Og25ZeXsRAV0Zvw8CBobxg58aAoJmEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Japan Bus Online</a>) and Shinjuku (<a href="https://highway-buses.jp/course/kawaguchiko.php" target="_blank">Highway Buses</a>). Travel time is 2 hours. Kawaguchiko Station is the last stop so you don't have to worry of getting lost. Once there, adventure awaits because there's no shortage of things to do. It's actually advisable to stay for 2 to 3 days at Kawaguchiko but if you're short of time, then a day tour is also fine. To help you plan on which place to see, you can view the map with the routes and sights <a href="http://bus-en.fujikyu.co.jp/pdf/heritagetour/routemap_retro_omni.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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The highlight of all my Japan trip was going to Ski Resort on Mt. Fuji. Maaaaann even if I can barely walk, I just have to ski lol. And no, skiing wasn't easy especially for a tropical girl like me. Or maybe I was just too scared of hurting myself more and end up in a stretcher lol What makes this ski resort worthy of a visit is that Mt. Fuji is like a vast, larger than life painting in the background. I myself had a hard time whether I should ski or take pictures or just stare at it all day. I was that hypnotized of Mt. Fuji lol. To see more details about the ski resort, you can visit their website <a href="http://www.fujiten.net/pc/en/#informationSec" target="_blank">Fujiten</a>.<br />
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How to get here: Most write-ups I read states that there's no shuttle bus going to the ski resort but you know me I'm gonna search far and wide lol. I just come across in an article in Tripadvisor that there is indeed one. Just across the Kawaguchiko Station, there's a bus tour that offers a round trip ticket for only 2,500 yen (& 1,000 coupon that you can use inside the resort for equipment rental, restaurants or souvenirs). Refer to the photo below for the timetable of the bus tour.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Imperial Palace</b></span><br />
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It is a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls and is said to be the residence of Japan's Imperial Family. The inner grounds of the palace are generally not open to the public. Only on January 2 (New Year's Greeting) and December 23 (Emperor's Birthday), visitors are able to enter the inner palace grounds and see the members of the Imperial Family, who make several public appearances on a balcony.<br />
Nearest Station: Tokyo Station (Marunouchi Central Exit), Otemachi Station (Exit D2) or Nijubashi-mae Station (Exit 6)<br />
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A Buddhist temple located in Asakusa, it is one of Tokyo's most colorful and popular temples.<br />
Nearest Station: Asakusa<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Tokyo Skytree</b></span><br />
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Just like the Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree is a television broadcasting tower that has a two observation decks which offer spectacular views all over Tokyo. The two enclosed decks are located at heights of 350 and 450 meters respectively, making them the highest observation decks in Japan and some of the highest in the world.<br />
Nearest Station: It is a 20 minute walk across the Sumida River from Asakusa. Alternatively, it can also be reached by direct buses from Tokyo Station (30 minutes, 520 yen one way, 2 buses/hour) & Ueno Station (30 minutes, 220 yen, 3-4 buses/hour).<br />
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Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.<br />
Nearest Station: Harajuku (JR Yamanote Line)<br />
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Ok, I think this place is self-explanatory of what you can see here. Located outside the station is the famous statue of the faithful dog, Hachiko. Right beside it is the world-renowned busiest intersection, the Shibuya Crossing. The vibe in the crossing is electrifyingly contagious as you cross the street, nowhere else says "Welcome to Tokyo" better than this. Hundreds of people and at peak times (usually at night) can go thousands, cross slowly and all at once in all direction but still manage to dodge each other as if on cue.<br />
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That's it guys. Those are just one of the few places that I had the chance to visit because surely I barely scratch the surface of Japan. Apart from the place itself, what strikes me the most are the people. Everyone are so nice, disciplined, respectful and are always willing to help you. A little back story. When I was travelling from Osaka to Kyoto, I went on panic mode as I can't no longer find the train stations where the train is stopping on my map. Turns out I boarded the wrong train. I ask the girl seated next to me how am I supposed to get to Kyoto at that point. She happen to be not so well-versed in English so she ask another passenger who can speak in English to help us out. But the girl (who can speak better in English) are not that familiar on what's the best route for me to take. I think the old Japanese guy with his friends seated to the girl next to me overheard them and joined in. So in the end there were like 6 Japanese people hovering over me on what route I should take. I don't know if I should cry in relief or embarrassment. And yes, I arrived in Kyoto safe & sound all thanks to them. Japan, you are something else!<br />
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*Full details of my itinerary and breakdown of expenses are in the first part of my Japan blog or click the link <a href="https://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=APq4FmBiGTBOfqhYD7Q3F7T6rC9vVeECcQpCgmFzWfhPqKvet-v474xjvXPyDwpMqCxWEkZ5tHUMozfbjU1AFS39HjiolFSGAaR8q3iM1SDwy-1m_lFQ5XdXhHUkSwybzqs6zOBlSQ8q&postId=4398789729295474877&type=POST" target="_blank">Osaka + Kyoto: Solo Travel Guide</a> for more details.<br />
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<i>Disclaimer: This post is for Filipinos applying for a tourist visa in Saipan holding a Philippine passport. Rules may vary in other countries and other nationalities.</i><br />
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One of the main reason why most Filipinos are hesitant to travel to Japan is because of the need to apply for a visa. I used to be intimidated every time I hear the word 'visa' but now I just view it as a challenge. Yes it is bothersome and a hassle but there's no other way around it than to follow. My mantra has always been for as long as you provide all the necessary documents then there's nothing to worry about and your chances of getting a visa is relatively high.<br />
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The biggest difference between applying here in Saipan and in the Philippines is that you don't have to apply through an agency and therefore you don't have to pay for the processing fee. You still have to spend for the gas/taxi fare going to the embassy though. Nevertheless I think it is easier to apply here as I feel like you are talking one-on-one with the embassy themselves. In fact in the 4th times that I went back & forth in the consulate office, I was the ONLY applicant in there to the point that the guard and the staffs already knew me. 4th times because the 1st one was I need to pick up the list of all the required documents that I need to submit, 2nd was submission but there are a few revisions that I needed to make, 3rd was finalization & submission of all my documents and the 4th and last one was to pick up my passport with the approved visa. So in order to avoid this going back & forth in the embassy, read the required list below.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">List of Japan Visa Requirements (Tourist/Transit Visa) in Saipan</span></b><br />
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<b>1. APPLICATION FORM </b>- The application form available at the office must be completed by typewriter or written legibly in print by the applicant. If the form is not properly completed, the applicant will not be accepted.<br />
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<b>2. PICTURE (4.5cm x 4.5cm or 2in. x 2in.)</b> - A single picture is required. <b>Taken within the last six (6) months.</b> Photo should be clear and identifiable. Background must be white or light gray color. No shadows. <b>Do not staple.</b><br />
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<b>3. PASSPORT</b> - The passport must be valid for travel to Japan and the next country of destination. If passport does not have available page(s), we will NOT accept application or issue visa.<br />
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<b>4. AIRLINE RESERVATION (Copy)</b> - Presentation of a reservation from an accredited travel agency, commercial carrier e-ticket to the effect that onward passage from Japan has been booked. <b>Ticket is not required as the visa application may be denied. </b><br />
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<b>5. HOTEL RESERVATION (Copy) - </b>If an applicant is scheduled to stay for a few days in Japan, confirmation from an accredited travel agency or hotel that a reservation has been made. In case an applicant is staying with a relative or friend, their name and address should be mentioned on the application form, and an original guarantee and invitation letter explaining the relationship and reason for the visit, itinerary, and an income tax declaration of the inviter will be required. Other documents may be requested.<br />
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<b>6. LEGAL STATUS</b> - Presentation of legal status is required (Green Card holder, US Visa and CW Visa) and must submit copy with application form. Tourists and short-term business visa holders are <b>not</b> considered CNMI Residents.<br />
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<b>7. LETTER FROM CNMI EMPLOYER </b>- If the applicant is employed in the CNMI, a letter from the employer, addressed to the office is required. It should mention date from when the applicant has been employed, the reason for the trip and the dates of departure and return to CNMI. If the applicant is the business owner, a copy of the business license and the last BGR tax and receipt are required.<br />
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<b>8. TRAVELLING EXPENSES</b> - Evidence of sufficient travel funds to Japan including costs such as accommodation, meal, local transport, etc. in Japan must be presented. It should be <b>original</b> bank statements for the past three months, and should take into account the length of stay and the number of accompanying family members. If applicant is a company employee, he/she must also present a copy of last W-2 form or tax return. In cases which the expenses will be covered by other organization or individual, the organization representative or the individual must fill out the Letter of Guarantee for the applicant.<br />
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<b>9. DETAILED ITINERARY</b> - A detailed itinerary should be submitted, commencing with the date and flight entering Japan, name(s) and relationship of all travelers accompanying the applicant, places of stay, daily account of places to be visited and ending with the date, flight and next destination when leaving Japan.<br />
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Out of all the list of requirements, I think the biggest concern of most people is the bank certificate or how much money you own in your bank account. The answer is that: <b>It depends</b>. It will really just depends on how long you are going to stay in Japan. Your savings should be proportionate to the days of your stay. How? You can already make a rough estimate of how much you're going to spend when you are planning your itinerary so do plan well.</div>
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Personally, the hardest part for me was the planning stage of my itinerary. Well does it ever get easier?lol The key is to have a non-negotiable spots that you wanted to visit and stick with it and plan as early as possible. I think I spent 2 months planning my itinerary since Japan can be overwhelming with all the things it has to offer. From hotels, tourist spots, foods, clothes to secret nooks, trains, gadgets, the list goes on. Name it, they have it. If you can't find anything you want/need in Japan, it probably doesn't exist. I now understand why so many people kept on coming back to Japan.<br />
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Also, I often got asked how I booked my flights or what airline did I booked. Unfortunately promo fares no longer apply to me. I mean there are promos but it's not as cheap as what I was used to (Hello Cebu Pacific and AirAsia). Which is why I did not include my flight ticket expenses anymore. Let's just say it's double the amount of the flights from Manila. I do know that tickets can be as low as Php8,000+ for Manila-Osaka, Tokyo-Manila via Cebu Pacific once they suddenly drop a promo fares so watch out for that. But for the sake of transparency and for all the Filipinos living and working here in Saipan, I booked via Jeju Air from Saipan to Korea since they don't have a direct flight to Japan and they switch to another airline from Korea to Japan. Here's the catch though. Jeju Air has this unspoken rule that passengers should have a valid US Visa, valid Korean Visa or any other valid type of entry document. I was already on the check-in counter when the staff of Jeju Air told me about this because as luck would have it, my US Visa is already expired and so is my Korean Visa. I only have a Japan Visa which doesn't suffice their airline requirements. My only option was to rebooked my flight to another airline that they are affiliated with (see photos below).<br />
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Sleep deprived and barely functioning, I rebooked my flight since I don't have the energy to argue anymore. <i>Sakit bes</i>. See what I have to go through? The perks of holding a third-world country passport. But everything turns out well. Sometimes it's really just a question of how much you really wanted something or in this case it means literally lol Japan was worth every bucks. In fact it just become one of my favorite country. Who else is planning to go there next year for the much-awaited 2020 Olympics? :)<br />
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mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-43987897292954748772019-04-21T19:26:00.001+08:002019-04-21T19:26:44.303+08:00Osaka + Kyoto: Solo Travel GuideCan I just savor my travel experience in Japan & be selfish?lol Every time I was asked how was my trip in Japan, I really can't find the right words to describe it. Japan is a country of contradictions. It is thrilling yet maddening, traditional yet unconventional, historical yet futuristic, efficient yet confusing, laid-back yet chaotic. It's like a clash of two different worlds but that's exactly why Japan is unique and is one of the most coveted tourist destination.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How To Apply for a Japan Visa</span></b><br />
As some of you already know I am now an Overseas Filipino Worker and I did my visa application in Saipan where I am currently working. I will understand if most of you can't find this relatable but most of the requirements are still the same so if you're still curious about my visa journey (it was an adventure in itself!), click the link <b><a href="https://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=APq4FmAJhJ6j6gSGV5sCYF2_C0afR76HMJVMxts9tBpp_xWK9y8X27pqtS_0YKY8AWFv_RhgMTLi9F8dSB0qeWugb1JCm9DRwSqL3jqy6olnQmgvt2uWcrSDykTSQpK7LqvCnhHJIPEp&postId=8648271076993968232&type=POST" target="_blank">here</a>.</b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Where to Stay in Japan</span></b><br />
I spend 9 days in Japan covering Osaka, Kyoto & Tokyo and Osaka was my first port of entry. The thing with Japan is that there are way too many options to choose from. From hotels alone, it took me days to finalize my booking due to the vast array of selections. I think I've already mentioned in my previous blog before that my main concern when it comes to accommodation is budget and location. And I based my decision through reading guest reviews and so far my intuition still hasn't let me down.<br />
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<li>For 3 days & 2 nights in Osaka, I stayed in <a href="https://www.agoda.com/hotel-shin-imamiya/hotel/osaka-jp.html?checkin=2019-04-13&los=2&adults=1&rooms=1&cid=1497421&tag=US_306405&searchrequestid=37fa3ae0-43c8-4196-a796-a5e51279b144&travellerType=0&tspTypes=8,3&tabbed=true" target="_blank">Hotel Shin Imamiya</a>. I was surprised to find out that I actually have my own room. I was expecting it to be dormitory-type since it was only around $15.00 per night but it exceeded beyond my expectation. </li>
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<li>For 1 night in Kyoto, I stayed in <a href="https://www.agoda.com/hotel-shin-imamiya/hotel/osaka-jp.html?checkin=2019-04-13&los=2&adults=1&rooms=1&cid=1497421&tag=US_306405&searchrequestid=37fa3ae0-43c8-4196-a796-a5e51279b144&travellerType=0&tspTypes=8,3&tabbed=true" target="_blank">K's House Kyoto-Backpackers Hostel</a>. This one was quite far from Kyoto station, around 15 minutes walk so I don't really recommend it although the place is cozy especially the common room and the staffs are really nice. The guy even gave me a bandage for my sprained left leg because I had a little accident during that day hiking the Inari Shrine. If you don't mind the long walk going to/from the Kyoto station then it's still a nice place to stay.</li>
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<li>For 5 days & 4 nights in Tokyo, I stayed in <a href="https://www.agoda.com/centurion-ladies-hostel-ueno-park-female-only/hotel/tokyo-jp.html?selectedproperty=1120574&los=4&rooms=1&adults=1&childs=0&cid=1497421&tag=US_306405&languageId=1&userId=521c7c49-fc78-45db-a4cc-567c710d24f4&sessionId=4wnyqhx0zyul3pau32x03jlk&pageTypeId=103&origin=MP&locale=en-US&aid=121183&currencyCode=USD&htmlLanguage=en-us&cultureInfoName=en-US&ckuid=521c7c49-fc78-45db-a4cc-567c710d24f4&prid=0&children=0&priceCur=USD&textToSearch=Centurion%20Ladies%20Hostel%20Ueno%20Park%20(Female%20Only)&productType=-1&travellerType=0&familyMode=off&checkin=2019-08-21" target="_blank">Centurion Ladies Hostel Ueno Park (Female Only)</a>. From the name itself, all allowed guests are strictly for female only and the hotel is right across the Ueno Park where it is one of the famous attraction during cherry blossom season. Do note that the price of their hotel shoot up during this season. </li>
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Overall, I can honestly say that Japan has one of the cleanest accommodation I've ever been to considering I only stayed in the budget hostels. I noticed that all the staff are task to clean the shared bathroom everyday since I often wake up early and it is clean as new. Showers & toilet are in separate room so that's also a plus. All backpackers hostel should start doing that lol. You can request to have your bed sheets changed everyday if you want. They are really all about cleanliness & proper hygiene so I feel like I gotten more than what I pay for.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How To Get from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Center</span></b><br />
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The train terminals are located on the second floor of the building next to arrival hall. Take the escalator & use the bridge to get to the other side or better yet just read the signs for easier convenience. Fare for the Nankai Airport Express is ¥920 and the travel time going to the city is around 45 minutes. If you want to make sure that you are seated comfortably, then you can purchase the Nankai Limited Express Rapi:t for ¥920 + ¥510 seat fee and travel time is only 38 minutes.<br />
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Alternatively, you can also opt to take the KIX Airport Limousine Bus transfer to Osaka City. Fare is around ¥51,050.00<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Getting Around Osaka</span></b><br />
This is the part that I'm most worried about as I already heard that train stations in Japan are complicated and confusing. And boy did I got lost so many times. If you never got lost in Japan, then you're doing it wrong. So first thing first, you need to download the Osaka Subway Route map or see below.<br />
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I know. The first time I saw this I was like 'What in the world is this?' And mind you this is only for Osaka alone. How they manage to make this work & connect one city to another is mind-boggling. Whoever invented these train stations is a genius.<br />
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It is also best to download the <b>Hyperdia</b> app which will tell you what train routes to take, estimated travel time and fare. Tip: Upon making your itinerary during the planning phase of your trip, try to use the Hyperdia and get familiarize with the train stations. Don't be like me where I did the familiarizing on the spot. Totally not a good idea as sometimes it took me 3 minutes just to locate one train station on the map.<br />
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And then there are cards/train passes. You will surely get confused with all the different types of train passes available. Japan is all about more choices more fun lol But that also mean choices overload so let's break down each one of this passes.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Osaka Amazing Pass</span></b><br />
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If you are travelling around Osaka only, then this pass is for you. It's the ultimate all-inclusive Osaka sightseeing pass that's available in 1 or 2 day versions. It gives the holder unlimited use of the subway, tramway, and bus system within the city. Not only that, you can also enjoy <b>FREE</b> access to<br />
Osaka Castle Museum, Osaka Science Museum, the HEP FIVE Ferris Wheel, Umeda Sky Building Floating Garden Observatory, and many more. You can definitely save more using this pass so I highly recommend this. You can book one thru <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1323-amazing-pass-osaka/" target="_blank">Klook</a>.<br />
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If you are travelling to various cities in Kansai Region such as Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and Nara for 1 to 5 consecutive days, then this will work best for you. You can use this to take rides on Kansai-Airport Express Haruka, the Rapid Services, local JR-West trains and JR buses. JR stand for Japan Railways which is composed of seven companies that operate many train systems all around Japan or practically 70% of Japan's railway network so you can often hear this term when you are navigating their train stations. Do note that you cannot use this pass on non-JR trains such as Hankyu Railway/Hanshin Railway, Keihan Railway, Kintetsu, and Nankai Railway. You can book this thru <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/3273-1-day-jr-west-kansai-rail-pass-jr-pass/?aid=0d8dde51fc570d4c&af_wid=825&utm_medium=affiliate-alwayson&utm_source=non-network&utm_campaign=825" target="_blank">Klook</a>.</div>
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Like JR West Kansai Rail pass, this pass also offer unlimited train and bus rides in Kansai Region including Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and Nara. The main difference is that Kansai Thru Pass does not cover JR trains but it's more flexible since it doesn't require to use it for 'consecutive days'. You can purchase this online via <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/10021-kansai-thru-pass-osaka/?krt=s21&krid=0f1ab7df-821f-48ac-5a31-1c265817d984" target="_blank">Klook</a>.</div>
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ICOCA card is a prepaid or re-loadable card. It function like our very own MRT stored-value ticket (for easy reference lol) but in a more convenient and upgraded version. You can use this not just on trains but also on buses, lockers, vending machines, and even convenience stores. Aside from that, you can also use this card if you travel from Osaka to Kyoto, Kobe and Nara as long as they are on the same region. However, you cannot use this from Osaka to Tokyo and Nagoya. Tokyo has their own version of prepaid card which is the SUICA or PASMO Card but I'll discuss that on a separate Tokyo blog.</div>
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You can book this online from <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1754-icoca-ic-card-osaka/?krt=s21&krid=de363d75-c7fe-4e80-6dac-83f56512225d" target="_blank">Klook</a> which is already preloaded with ¥1500 + the deposit of ¥500. Or you can buy it directly to various train stations located in Osaka or to any cities in Kansai Region. You can get the deposit plus the remaining balance (if you still have one) once you return the card.</div>
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This pass is only recommended if you're visiting multiple cities in Japan and you’re staying for at least 7 days. It includes unlimited rides on all JR Shinkansen, Limited Express, Express, Rapid, local trains, JR buses and many more. To know more about this, you can book thru <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1420-7-day-whole-japan-rail-pass-jr-pass/?aid=29c3cd3d09a32bf1&af_wid=825&utm_medium=affiliate-alwayson&utm_source=non-network&utm_campaign=825" target="_blank">Klook</a>.<br />
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Aside from the various passes, you also need to know the different train types:<br />
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<li>Rapid - trains that skipped some stations but same price as the local train & same platforms too.</li>
<li>Express - trains that skipped even more stations than the Rapid.</li>
<li>Limited Express - stop only at major stations. Additional fee is required.</li>
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Now that you know this different types of train, you should be wary of the trains you're taking and might as well just take the local trains unless you're sure that you are not going to miss your stop if you take the Rapid/Express or Limited Express train. Silly me I boarded the wrong train and unknowingly taken the Limited Express train. I ended up stopping in a far away station. An hour away mind you. It cost me time & money so yeah learn from my mistake lol.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Places To Visit in Osaka</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Universal Studios Japan</span></b><br />
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Universal Studios Japan just sets the bar high when it comes to movie theme park. No wonder this place tends to get overcrowded especially the newly opened Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. It took me almost 2 hours just to get inside and try their famous 4D rides which is definitely a must-try by the way. USJ also has a lot of extreme rides i.e. heart-stopping roller coaster rides so if you're like me and is totally up for it (I love roller coasters and all my friends hated me for it lol) then I suggest trying Jurassic Park, Hollywood Dream and Jaws for the much needed adrenaline high. Personally, I enjoyed USJ more than the Tokyo Disneyland probably because of the variety of the extreme rides that Disney doesn't have.<br />
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It is highly recommended to book the Universal Studios ticket online to avoid long queue and save time. You can book this via Klook or click <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/835-universal-studios-japan-ticket-osaka/?krt=s21&krid=0245ec32-bf31-4d57-5d4a-6c28ffc904fd" target="_blank">here</a>. If you don't mind shelling out a few more bucks, you can also purchase the Express Pass wherein you can skip the long lines for up to 4 attractions.<br />
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Nearest Station: Universal City Station (JR Yumesaki/Sakurajima Line)<br />
Opening hours: Between 8:30am and 9:30am and closes between 7:00pm and 9:00pm with longer opening hours on weekends and public holidays.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Osaka Castle</span></b><br />
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The castle is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi during the 1500s. The main tower of Osaka castle stands tall against the sky at the center of the extensive premises of the castle. The observation deck on the 8th floor commands a panoramic view of the surrounding park while the exhibition rooms showcase authentic historical artifacts. To get here, you can alight at the Tanimachiyonchome (4-chome) Station (Tanimachi Subway Line, Chuo Subway Line) or Osakajokoen (JR Loop Line).<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">HEP Five Ferris Wheel</span></b><br />
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Located at the heart of Umeda (HS01), HEP Five is a big shopping complex which is also known for its 106-meter bright red Ferris Wheel. If you bought the Osaka Amazing Pass, then you can enjoy free access to this.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Umeda Sky Building</span></b><br />
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One of the landmarks of Umeda, Osaka. On the top is the Floating Garden Observatory, where Osaka's cityscape can be viewed from a height of 170 meters. Nearest station are Osaka and Umeda. Use the google map when you are navigating as it is quite a walk from the station.<br />
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Need I say more? A bustling street known as one of the most famous lively entertainment area in Osaka and renowned for its gaudy neon lights, extravagant signage, shopping haven and the enormous variety of restaurants and bars.<br />
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Known as the former capital of Japan for more than a thousand years, it's no wonder that Kyoto is brimming with well-preserved ancient temple, shrines and other historically priceless structures. It does feels like I'm in different world once I landed in Kyoto. Kyoto was calmer, laid-back and has this enigmatic vibe compared to Osaka. Nevertheless, the two still complements each other despite being world's apart. If you only have a day to visit Kyoto, fret not as Kyoto is easily accessible from either Osaka or Tokyo.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Getting From Osaka to Kyoto (The Easiest Way)</span></b><br />
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The fastest and most efficient way to travel between Osaka and Kyoto is by train. There are a number of different train systems connecting the two neighboring prefectures so let's take a look at the characteristics of each mode of travel.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">> Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station to Kyoto Station</span></b></div>
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Shinkansen is the fastest option, taking 15 minutes to get from JR Shin-Osaka Station to JR Kyoto Station and your best bet if you have a Japan Rail Pass. If you don't have a JRP, it will cost you 1,420 yen.It is better to board the regular train (see below) which is less than half the price of the Shinkansen.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">> JR Osaka Station to Kyoto Station</span></b><br />
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Take the Special Rapid train from JR Osaka Station (trains depart from platforms 8, 9 & 10) to arrive at JR Kyoto Station in about 30 minutes for 560 yen. The Special Rapid is the swiftest and most convenient service because it stops at only Osaka, Shin-Osaka, Takatsuki and Kyoto.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">> The Keihan Main Line from Yodoyabashi Station</span></b><br />
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The Keihan Main Line runs from the south to the north of central Kyoto, and because its stations are reasonably close to many of Kyoto’s most iconic sightseeing locations, this line is very convenient for tourists. A Limited Express train will get you from Yodoyabashi Station to Sanjo Station in 55 minutes for 410 yen.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">> Hankyu Umeda Station to Kawaramachi Station</span></b><br />
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The Hankyu Kyoto Main Line provides the cheapest route into central Kyoto from Osaka. Take the Limited Express train from Hankyu Umeda Station bound to Kawaramachi Station in central Kyoto for just 400 yen in 44 minutes.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Getting Around Kyoto</span></b><br />
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As you can see by the map above, Kyoto train system is much simpler compared to Osaka so getting around is also easier. If you plan on staying in Kyoto for more than 1 day, then I suggest to purchase the Kansai Thru Pass which is available for 2 or 3 days. Alternatively, if you are only staying for 1 day then it's better to just use the ICOCA card.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Places To Visit in Kyoto</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Kyoto Tower</span></b><br />
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Standing 131 meters tall just across from Kyoto Station, Kyoto Tower is Kyoto's tallest structure and a rare modern iconic landmark in the city famous for its ancient temples and shrines. It has platform where it offers a 360 degree view of Kyoto and as far as Osaka on clear days. Should you wish to visit here, you can purchase the ticket <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1464-kyoto-tower-admission-ticket-kyoto/?aid=480&utm_medium=affiliate-alwayson&utm_source=non-network&utm_campaign=480" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Arashiyama Bamboo Groves</span></b><br />
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One of the most visited place in Kyoto, it is well known for its bamboo stalks that seem to continue endlessly in every direction. Tourists flocked this place so if you want to avoid the crowd (i.e. photobombed your picture), then be here as early as you can. There are still a lot of scenic spot around Arashiyama district so if you have more time check them out since most of it are free admission.<br />
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Nearest Station: Take the JR Sagano/San-in Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station and walk for about 10 minutes.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Fushimi Inari Shrine</span></b><br />
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Undoubtedly as one of the top tourist spot in Kyoto, it is famous for its thousands of torii gates leading to the sacred Inari mountain. Internet does not exaggerate when it says thousands as the shrines just goes endlessly as you climb up and it will take you approximately 2 hours to reach the top of the mountain. Actually, I wasn't planning to climb all the way to the top but I've passed a lot of elderly people climbing down and it's kind of embarrassing if I turn back half way. Yeah my competitiveness kicks in that I ended up spraining my left leg because I wasn't wearing the right kind of shoes.<br />
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Nearest station: Take JR Nara Line at Kyoto Station and alight at JR Inari Station<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)</span></b></div>
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Also known as the Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji is a zen temple whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. It is one of the most photographed temples in Japan as it rises above its reflecting pond like an apparition. It is also part of the 17 designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Kyoto. However tourists are not allowed to enter the temple.</div>
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How to get here: There are no direct station nearest going here. The closest one is the Kitaoji Station but it requires to take another taxi or bus. It is best to take a direct bus from the Kyoto station by Bus number 101 or 205 in about 40 minutes for 230 yen.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Gion District</span></b></div>
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Located at the heart of Kyoto, Gion is known as the geisha district in all of Japan. It is dotted with various shops, restaurants, well-preserved machiya wooden houses and ochaya (teahouses) where geisha/geiko and maiko (geisha apprentice) entertain. If you here by evening, you can spot a real and actual geisha on their way to work. They are practically a celebrity as tourist often waits for them outside the ochaya just to take their photos. </div>
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Nearest station: Take the Keihan line and alight at Gion Shijo station or on Kawaramachi station under the Hankyu line.</div>
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There you have it. The first part of my Japan blog is done. Click the link <a href="https://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=APq4FmBF-wM3pdc-yu5fy2tsNe7LFyE2U_GnZSBVHE1I7RbeJJ_9VxizPgtRhx6Wfg5zuI3qDb-VXcgvaTQ4TfPwtWPgIp8BGVvb7Hnu0QVIZ_P40yDq5DN7ypj2FlMMs72paKac9Vdc&postId=1125532011067313806&type=POST" target="_blank">Tokyo: Solo Travel Guide</a> to know more about the second leg of my Japan trip.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Itinerary (Breakdown of Expenses for 9 Days)</span></b><br />
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To be honest, my Japan itinerary is for the lack of a better word..'intense'. I know it's my own fault that I crammed everything that I can in a day just to make the most out of 9 days in Japan. What I'm trying to say is, this itinerary might not be for everybody. I travel like a guy lol. I forgot to eat, I moved fast, sometimes changing my mind impulsively. I always joke to my friends that my itinerary is like an Amazing Race. I'm always frantic to get to my next stop. Also for reality check, you're going to spent a lot of time walking around in Japan. As in ALL.THE.TIME. So prepare your legs for a 'leg-day' everyday. And Salonpas is life lol.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥1,000.00</div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 1, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
8:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
8:30AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:30</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11::00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
12:00NN</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
1:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
5:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
8:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00PM </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:00PM</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 191.35pt;" valign="top" width="255"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Purchase food in Family Mart</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Shin-Imamiya to
Tanimachiyonchome (Osaka Castle) </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Osaka Castle</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Taniachiyonchome to Umeda</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Ride HEP Five Ferris Wheel</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Lunch</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Tombori River Jazz Tour</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Explore Dotonbori/Namba</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Umeda Sky Building Observatory</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Umeda back to hotel</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
(¥230.00)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Shin-Imamiya to Osaka (¥180.00)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Take the Special Rapid Train from JR Osaka to Kyoto (¥560.00)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Kyoto</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Check-in at the hotel</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Note: I did not include my transportation cost as these are already
covered in the preloaded ICOCA card and I have free access to trains for 1
day in my Osaka Amazing pass</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 103.75pt;" valign="top" width="138"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥500.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥1,200.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
FREE</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥1,850.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
(1 night)</div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 2, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
1:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
1:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
4:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
4:15PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
5:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
6:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
7:20PM </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
7:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11:30PM</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 191.35pt;" valign="top" width="255"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Purchase food in Family Mart</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Kyoto station to Arashiyama (¥ 430.00)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Arashiyama</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Arashiyama to Inari</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
(¥ 430.00)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Fushimi Inari</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Inari to Kyoto</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Take the direct bus number 101 or 205 in the Kyoto station</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Kinkakuji Temple</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Bus from Kinkakuji to Kyoto station</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Kyoto station to Gion</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Gion</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Gion to Kyoto station</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Dinner</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Take the overnight Willer Bus in the Kyoto station going to Tokyo
(pre-booked online)</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 103.75pt;" valign="top" width="138"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,000.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 140.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 230.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 400.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 230.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 270.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 270.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 800.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 6,200.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 3, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
6:45AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
1:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
2:30PM </div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
5:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
6:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
7:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00PM</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 191.35pt;" valign="top" width="255"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Tokyo</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Check-in at the hotel</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p>Breakfast</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Ueno station to Miurakaigan</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Miurakaigan</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Miurakaigan to Tochomae</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Tour Tokyo Metropolitan Building</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Tochomae to Akabanebashi</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Tokyo Tower</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Dinner</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Akabanebashi to Ueno</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 103.75pt;" valign="top" width="138"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p>¥ 12,020.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
(5days/ 4nights)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p>¥ 500.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,060.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p></o:p> ¥ 1,200.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> FREE</o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 220.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 800.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 350.00</div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 4, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:30AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:00PM</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 191.35pt;" valign="top" width="255"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Purchase food in Family Mart</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Ueno to Maihama</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Tokyo Disneyland</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Maihama to Ueno</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Dinner</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 103.75pt;" valign="top" width="138"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,000.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 390.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 7,400.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 390.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 800.00</div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 5, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
6:30AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
6:50AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
13:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
8:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
10:00PM</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 191.35pt;" valign="top" width="255"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Purchase food in Family Mart</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Ueno to Tokyo</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Ride the bus from the Tokyo station going to Kawaguchiko station
(pre-booked online)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Arrive in Kawaguchiko (Mt. Fuji)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Purchase the R coupon</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Bus going to Fujiten Ski Resort (packaged tour)</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Rental ski set</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Bus from Kawaguchiko to Tokyo station</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Tokyo to Ueno station</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Dinner</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 103.75pt;" valign="top" width="138"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,000.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 160.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,750.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 2,360.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 2,500.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 2,000.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,750.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 160.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 800.00</div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 91.9pt;" valign="top" width="123"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Feb. 6, 2019</div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; width: 63.8pt;" valign="top" width="85"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:00AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
9:30AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
11:30AM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
12:30PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
1:00PM</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
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3:00PM</div>
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8:00PM</div>
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Breakfast</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
Train from Ueno to Otemachi</div>
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Arrive Imperial Palace</div>
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<br /></div>
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Train from Otemachi to Ginza</div>
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<br /></div>
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Ginza to Asakusa</div>
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Arrive in Sensoji Temple/ Tokyo Skytee</div>
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<br /></div>
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Train from Asakusa to Akihabara</div>
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Shopping</div>
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<br /></div>
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Train from Akihabara to Ueno</div>
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Dinner</div>
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¥ 600.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 170.00</div>
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<br /></div>
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<o:p> FREE </o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 170.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 280.00</div>
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<br /></div>
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<o:p> FREE</o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 320.00</div>
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<br /></div>
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<br /></div>
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¥ 140.00</div>
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¥ 1,000.00</div>
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Feb. 7, 2019</div>
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8:00AM</div>
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9:00AM</div>
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11:30AM</div>
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12:00NN</div>
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5:00PM</div>
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6:00PM</div>
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Train from Ueno to Harajuku</div>
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Train from Harajuku to Shibuya</div>
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Lunch</div>
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Train from Shibuya to Ueno</div>
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Take the Limited Express train from Keisei Ueno station to Narita
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<b>TOTAL</b></div>
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¥ 600.00</div>
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¥ 200.00</div>
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<br /></div>
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<o:p> FREE</o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 140.00</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<o:p> </o:p><br />
<o:p> </o:p>¥ 800.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br />
¥ 200.00</div>
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<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
¥ 1,030.00</div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0cm;">
<b> ¥ 76,250.00/ </b></div>
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<b> USD 686.25/</b></div>
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<b> PHP 35,685.00</b></div>
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Again, this does <b>NOT</b> include airfare, shopping/pasalubong expenses and some street food that I tried here and there. But basing on my itinerary above, having a budget of PHP 50,000.00+ all-in for 9 days in Japan is doable. Personally, I don't think Japan is really that expensive. What makes it 'appear' to be expensive is that it just have so many things to offer, so many things to try from one city to another that you ended up spending MORE. It's really just a matter of proper planning and having a concrete set of priorities and compromises. Would you rather SPLURGE & SPLURGE, SPLURGE & SAVE or SAVE & SAVE? You decide. :)</div>
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mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-56052390150380450782018-07-07T19:30:00.000+08:002018-07-07T19:30:26.924+08:00Blog: The Beginning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm so gonna receive a lot of flak for my title again..well at least that's the feedback I got from my close friends for my previous post of </span><a href="http://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/2017/10/i-didnt-choose-saipan-saipan-chose-me.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;" target="_blank">I Didn't Chose Saipan, Saipan Chose Me</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">. Yeah real friends talk crap about each other lol</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Anyway you know how famous movies or books are all about producing/publishing sequels after sequels when they reach the end of the storyline, they go back to the core i.e. prequel or the beginning of everything. Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, X-Men or even horror movies such as Exorcist, Conjuring & Annabelle are all about prequels just to name a few. Ok, before this turn into a horrible horror story (I do like horror movies btw) what's really my point?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Maybe you can say that I'm about to reached the end of my storyline. I already decided from the very start to only post about my travels and adventures and not about my personal life. Yeah I'm a blogger but I'm a very private about my personal life. Contradicting right?lels As you can observed, I haven't done much travelling lately not because I don't want to but it's the situation that I have no control of. Clue: Working conditions, living abroad, etc. Believe me I'm dying to TRAVEL. This is the longest that I haven't travel that I miss walking inside the airport. I miss the thrill of catching my flight, running inside to get through the departure gate and securing a window seat overlooking the city or an island or just plain clouds because it just never gets old. Ok, this is not good. I might go panic flying again real soon lol.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Since I don't have any travel stories to share for now, let's go back to the very beginning. The reason why I started this blog was because I was going through 'something' that time. That something was..ok I'm not gonna deny it, it was too long ago anyway. I was heartbroken. You know that 'my-whole-world-is-falling-apart-I'm-about-to-go-crazy kinda thing. It sucks I know and it was definitely one of my darker days. I for one wanted to find an outlet, something to distract myself from the void I'm feeling. Obviously, travelling is not the answer because I always travel whether I'm happy or not. And at that time I was already travelling non-stop so travelling alone is not enough to make me feel whole again. It just so happen that I just came from Cebu that time together with my good friend Eva June doing some hard core island hopping when the idea hits me to start a blog out of nowhere. I was like Why not? I was already reading hundreds of blog even before so I'm familiar with how it works.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And that's how I started & publish my first post <a href="http://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/2016/11/malapascua-kalanggaman-bantayan-island.html" target="_blank">Malapascua, Kalanggaman & Bantayan Island</a> which is by the way still the most visited out of all my entries. Looking back, I actually had a hard time finishing that post. My mind often wanders somewhere and I wasn't exactly in the right state of mind to do some writing. I had to force myself to sound upbeat and I guess anyone who reads my blog wouldn't even notice that I was going through something. I could have done it so much better to be honest but that's that. So right after I publish it came the support from my friends or so-called friends it doesn't really matter. They liked it! Well there will always be haters but I don't really care. It was the beginning of something else. And it sure did. I don't want to go into details anymore of how far I've come (choz!) because there's still a lot of things that I needed to figure out. What I want you to take away from this is that don't ever let anyone or anything dull your sparkle. It was ok to feel not ok, to feel broken, to feel everything & nothing at the same time. Cry if you must but you need to pick yourself up. I mean you just can't stay crying all day can you? :p Always change for the better, the only way to go from the bottom is UP right? Go light your spark, set fire to the dark, you'll see all the shadows lie behind you. (Ok <i>kanta yan</i>, it's not from me but it made perfect sense lol)</span><br />
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mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-10335255652805100332018-03-07T18:13:00.001+08:002019-08-29T22:03:45.187+08:00My U.S. Visa Journey Part 2 (221g administrative processing)<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I will try to cover as much as I can about what is 221g administrative processing is all about because as I mentioned before it is one broad & lengthy topic. In fact when I was researching about it, I've read hundreds of blogs, forums, personal stories from various applicants who like me experienced it firsthand. I went as far as the embassy in London, Egypt, Cyprus & India just to name a few. For some reason, India had the most number of 221g cases or maybe people in India were really vocal about their experience & wanted to share it to the world which I was grateful for because surprisingly I learned a lot from them just by reading their forum discussion.</span><br />
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<i>Disclaimer: I'm no visa expert nor an Immigration lawyer. Everything I've written here is based on my personal experience. Below is a list of possible answers to the most common questions regarding 221g. The reader must verify the information based on their specific situation.</i><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. What is 221(g) administrative processing?</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There are three typical outcomes for visa applicants at U.S. embassies and consulates overseas: <b>approval, outright refusal (denied), or refusal under 221(g)</b> of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). A 221(g) refusal – commonly referred to as “administrative processing” is the time period during which visa applications undergo additional review outside of the "normal" visa processing times. Before issuing a visa, consular officers review different databases to determine if information exists that may impact individual eligibility for a visa. A 'hit' on a particular database generally occurs if the consular officer requires additional documents or information from the applicant, the application requires closer scrutiny by the officer, the applicant requires additional background or security clearances (this list is non-exhaustive).</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is the 221(g) green form that the consul officer gave me after my interview</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Administrative processing may involve a request by the consular officer for a Security Advisory Opinion (SAO) from the Department as to whether the applicant poses a risk to the United States. Before issuing the SAO, the Department may in turn consult with other government agencies, such as law enforcement and intelligence agencies. There are various types of SAOs, such as:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Visas Pegasus</b> is a namecheck program for Officials of Commonwealth of Independent States: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and potentially Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Georgia. The Visas Pegasus hold can be waived when certain diplomatic individuals are entering the U.S. to attend pre-ministerial, ministerial, pre-summit, summit, and White House meetings.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Visas Horse</b> is issued immediately after an A (diplomat or foreign government official), C-3 (FGO transit visa), or G (international organization or NATO) visa is issued.</span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. What happens during the visa interview if I get a 221g?</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hmmm as per what I read in numerous visa forums, the consular officer already knows whether to approve o deny an applicant even before he was interviewed since the documents/info you submitted online were already been scrutinized. But that does not necessarily mean that your interview with the consul doesn't count, if there are loopholes in the information you submitted and are inconsistent with your answer that's when the consul can decide to deny. It's the same case with 221g though. When the consul handed me a list of questionnaire in the middle of th interview, that was already his cue that a 221g is forthcoming. Although I do think he did me a little favor there since some applicants were handed a questionnaire via email and we all know that takes a lot of time. The consul wasn't that intimidating after all but I wish I knew that beforehand.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. What are the chances that my visa is approved after being issued a 221g security check?</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The possibility is quite high actually. Almost all the applicants who were issued a 221g form were eventually issued a visa.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">According to the Department of State (DOS), most administrative processing cases are resolved within 60 days after the visa interview. It is important to note that the time period for administrative processing is outside "normal" visa processing time. The administrative processing period will also vary based on individual circumstances of each case, it might vary anywhere between 3 weeks to 3 months. Mine actually took almost 60 days to resolved and my case did not have any update (you can check your visa status <a href="https://ceac.state.gov/CEACStatTracker/Status.aspx?eQs=WwjqOlbeRYzCYubaSQI+RA==" target="_blank">here</a>) until I reached the 45 days mark.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Tip: It's actually a good sign once the date of your visa status has been updated. It won't be long that it will change to "ISSUED" so hang in there :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5. What should I do after I am placed in administrative processing?</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Quite frankly NOTHING. I know it's frustrating but all you have to do is wait. It's specifically noted in the U.S. embassy website that "Before making inquiries about status of administrative processing, applicants or their representatives will need to wait at least 60 days from the date of interview or submission of supplemental documents, whichever is later."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">But knowing myself I just can't sit still doing nothing. I just can't lol Which is why I've researched about 221g more than I ever did like my life depends on it and read more than I could until my head hurts from all the information. I think I took comfort from other 221g applicants who eventually received their visa within 60 days. Some received it only after 2 weeks but some remain pending for months, or even years. E</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">very case is unique and each one is treated differently. Just imagine there are a hundred or so visa applicants each day and I don't think it will help if you contact the embassy every single day. As cliche as it may sounds, patience is really a virtue in this waiting period. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Well to even complicate things, I received a SECOND 221g green form after 2 weeks. I thought that my case was already resolved since the 2go courier already texted me that my passport was already scheduled for delivery but lo and behold there was no visa stamped but yet another 221g green form attached on my passport. <i>Bes bakit pati ang visa paasa na rin? </i>If this isn't hopeless, then I don't know what is. The only thing that keeps me going (and not lean on the wall & slowly glide down crying lol) was that this sort of situation already happened to some applicants before (yup reading helps). It just means that my case will take time to resolved and it certainly did. Also, the embassy don't want to retain an applicant's passport for a longer period of time since it is a valid ID and applicants will probably use it for travelling purposes among others. But honestly I was panicking already. My agency was also wondering what happened to me since out of all the workers they hired bound to Saipan I'm the only one who got stuck in 221g administrative processing. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So after 3 weeks of waiting in vain, I finally decided to email the embassy customer service. Not that it helps since all I got was a standard reply but it's better than doing nothing. It's still wasn't enough though since at that point I'm starting to question whether Saipan is really for me, whether I made the right decision or all of my effort will just go to waste. Doubts started creeping in. Days of sleepless nights. Researching in vain. Luggages half-pack & undone. I was living in limbo. I'm not sure where did I get the strength to hold onto & not give up. Perhaps it was through faith or maybe just my innate stubbornness that I really wanted Saipan more than anything. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I did still keep my job at that time but I already hand in my resignation around August. Yes I still don't have my visa and was on my 30 days of administrative processing. Call it a bold & crazy move. I don't highly recommend anyone doing what I did. I just took a huge risk because for some reason I was having this strange manifestation that I'm gonna receive my visa within 60 days. Believe it or not, it sure did. Someone from the embassy called me that I should submit my passport back so that they can issue my visa. Finally! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was really a test of patience, of character and of faith. I guess if it's really meant for you, it will be.</span>mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com58tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-88737175227362871382018-02-03T10:34:00.000+08:002019-08-29T22:04:13.854+08:00My U.S. Visa Journey<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">"<i>Mahirap ba mag-apply ng U.S. Visa?" "Bakit biglaan naman yung alis mo?" "Kwento ka naman paano ka nag-apply ng working visa" </i>These are just one of the many questions that were thrown at me by my family, close friends & friends of friends that made me decide to share my story. I know I should have done this sooner but I got carried away with my new life here in Saipan and I was deliberating whether to publish this or not because this is by far the hardest & most personal aspect of my life that I'm sharing so here it is..</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">How did it all started? Simple. ONLINE application. I think one of the most important thing I've ever learn while living in Manila is that everything are done through online. I never knew that when I first came in Manila. You know the wide-eyed, naive, innocent girl from the province who's trying to make it in the real world. Who would have thought I can make it here right? I remember when I was applying for a job, I personally hand in my resume to various companies or commonly known as walk-in application. I didn't mind it at first since it’s a good way for me to get familiar with the city but it's actually tiring &<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>exhausting in the long run. Not to mention that I only received a few calls from interested companies. One of my good friend suggested why don't I create an account online in jobstreet/jobsdb after I complain so much about the difficulty of finding a job. I reluctantly agreed although I did not expect much from it because in my mind companies should prefer what's on their table as opposed to soft copies. But I was wrong because after I made my account public, phone calls started coming in. And so when I decided to try my luck in working abroad, I still use the same route which is online application. I know what will be your next question. What site did I use? To be honest, I tried a lot of websites such as monster.com, jobsglobal & company websites (direct hiring) just to name a few. None of them are very responsive until I tried workabroad.ph. I won't discuss it in detail about how their sites works but just to give you an overview, it works just like any other job online search sites. What makes it unique is that all the agencies listed in the site are POEA accredited which means you're applying for a legit job & not being scammed.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've already made a brief overview of what went down to my application in my previous post <a href="http://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/2017/10/i-didnt-choose-saipan-saipan-chose-me.html?m=0" target="_blank">I didn't choose Saipan, Saipan chose me</a> but basically there are 3 stages. Once you accept the job offer the agency will process your work permit which is the 1st stage. The processing of my work permit took around 4 months, relatively longer compared to other countries in the Middle East. After it is approved you have to go through medical check-up (2nd stage) & the 3rd and last step is the U.S. visa application. Out of the 3 stages, applying for a U.S. visa is the most that I'm worried about. I've heard/read a lot of rejection stories that's enough to scare me off. It doesn't also help that the US embassy<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>is the most intimidating & strictest out of all the embassies. My agency even reassure me that I have nothing to worry about since I'm not applying for a tourist visa, it's an employment/ worker's visa (which has already been processed by the employer) so I will be fine. Well that's what they thought.<span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was July of 2017 when I schedule an appointment/interview for my visa application. Head to their website to know all the steps (Note: It's a lengthy one). When the day of my interview finally arrives,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">everything went very smooth until the last step which is the dreaded interview with the consul. You can actually overhear the interview process of the other applicants since it is done through a window counter just a few steps away from you while you are waiting on the line. I don't want to scare you but a lot of applicants were rejected during that day. One particular window caught my attention when a very 'stern-looking-you-better-answer-my-questions-correctly' consul keeps on rejecting one applicant after another. I was like "Lord, I don't want to be interviewed by him". But as luck would have it I was assigned in his window. The girl behind my back actually said "yes!" (it means she's safe & will be assigned to a less intimidating consul) <i>Ang galing! </i>That wasn't very encouraging lol. So while walking towards his window, bes I actually wanted to turn back & run away but eventually calm myself that it will be fine. I'm not applying for a tourist visa so he might be a little lenient on me but I was wrong (again!). <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Good morning! How are you today?Me: Good morning! I -I'm good (in a very low voice because honestly I'm really really really nervous)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: That’s good. (Looks at his computer) You're going to work in Saipan, one of the island in Pacific Ocean known for its beautiful beaches.. (it goes something like that)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Ahm yes (bes sa haba ng sinabi nia 'yes' lang nasagot ko lol I was still thinking to myself 'he just deny an applicant before me')</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: (Types something in his computer & there was a long silence before he speaks in a very serious voice & looks me straight in the eye) So…you're born in Cotabato City..(it wasn't even a question, he said it as a matter-of-fact)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Ye-es (If there's a way to prolong the 'yes', I would have lol)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: (Types something in his computer again) And what will be your job in Saipan?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Internal Auditor</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">He actually made a face as if he's not convinced & I was bracing myself to explain my job details but surprisingly he did not made any further comments. He just breathe a heavy sigh & said "Wait a moment" closes his window & turn away from his desk to get something. At this point I'm now starting to painc & there are a thousand thoughts going to my mind <span style="white-space: pre;">'</span>Shit he hates me already.' 'Did I do something wrong?' 'This doesn't feel right' 'I am really in big trouble' After a while, the consul return to his desk & hands me a questionnaire "Fill this up & return to me after you finished" Dumbfounded & confused, I simply muttered "Ok"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I know, I'm thinking the same thing as you guys "What in the world is this questionnaire?" I was actually hoping some other applicants were given the same thing but I think I was the only one sheepishly completing those 3-page questionnaire. And in case you're wondering it consist of personal questions like list all the countries you've travelled for the past 10 years, name of your siblings, declaration of all your social media, name of your residence, work experience, etc. Some of it were already included in DS-160 form so I skip some questions & leave it blank (oo pasaway din ako but I have my reason) Once finished, I return to his window. <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Oh it's you again.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="white-space: pre;">(</span>I handed him my questionnaire & he scan it quickly. He stops when he saw that I did not fill up my work experience)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Is this your first time to work?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: No..it's</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Why didn't you fill this up (pointing on the part of work experience & I can see that he's about to lose his patience)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Because it states here 'fill this up only if it's not specified in your DS-160 form'</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Miss why don't you go back there & complete this? (And now he sounds mad, ayan magjustify pa ako)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Oh ok..sorry</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I quickly return to the table & filled everything completely. I mean everything. I was like one more mistake he will definitely deny my visa. Imagine what I felt when he approved another applicant bound to Saipan for work right away as I was just a few steps away from his window. Their interview didn't event last for more than 5 miutes, it was that quick. I think the consul knows that I overhear the interview because when I return to his window (yet again) defeated & crestfallen, his voice was softer & calmer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(I think by this time no introduction was needed anymore & handed him the questionnaire)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: (Scanning the papers one last time) Ok..much better</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: I just smiled & breathe a sigh of relief</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="white-space: pre;">C</span>onsul: (Types something on his computer) How long did you live in Cotabato?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: (It took me a moment to answer him) Around 22 years</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: And how old are you now?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: 28</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: (He also breathe a sigh of relief) Ok not that long.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Unfortunately I can't issue you your visa right now since your case needs to go for additional administrative processing. (He writes something on a green form & handed it to me) This will be your case number so you can track your application.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: How long will I need to wait for the result?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: I can't also give you a definite timeline for that since administrative processing usually takes a while to be completed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: So I'm just gonna wait for your call?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Consul: Just read the form (Obviously wanted to dismissed me already)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Me: Ok..thank you</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It would be safe to assume that I have more questions when I leave the embassy than turning up completely oblivious of what's going to happen. First of all what the heck is 221g or administrative processing? It is of common knowledge that an applicant will know at the end of his/her interview whether he/she is approved or denied. I think I've fallen into the fine line between not approved but also not denied. So the first thing I did was to reaserch about 221g the moment I got home. It only takes one click to know that my instinct was right, I am in trouble. <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span><br />
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Ok. I think I cause quite a commotion when I post my U.S. visa just 2 days before my departure date in Manila. But rest assured that I didn't join the bandwagon of travel bloggers who leave their work/home country behind to do it full time. I wish I can do that but I don't think I was DESTINED for that kind of life. <i>So kalma mga bes</i>! For the record, I was leaving Manila to WORK abroad. I know I should have done this earlier but I never really considered doing it until last year. Most of my friends were telling me it would be easier for me to work abroad since I TRAVEL a lot & I wouldn't have a problem adjusting in a new environment. I think all of you would be surprise to know that I'm actually SCARED. I mean I was excited when I first got the job offer but as my estimated departure date gets nearer, I won't deny that I've thought so many times of backing out. I thought it would be easy..but I was wrong. Vacation & working abroad are two different things although I would like to think that I'm only here for vacation so I won't really feel the gravity of my situation. I don't even have a kids or a significant other that will be left behind but I still find it hard saying goodbye. It was a good thing that my leaving was so rush that I didn't even have a proper farewell to all my friends & even to my family & relatives. I will understand if most of my friends are going to stop speaking to me lol But believe it or not, just imagine how I felt when my agency said that I'm leaving in 1 week's time after I received my visa. In freaking 1 week!! I was suddenly doing everything all at once-finishing all my deadlines & turning over my work, packing & repacking, went home to the province for 3 days to spend time with my parents & family then back again in Manila 1 day before my flight. I was still packing hours before my flight mind you because I never tried packing that's good for a year, the most I did was only for a week. I really don't know how I did all of this but obviously I was dead tired. When I was on my way to the airport, I was resting my head in one of my travelling bag but the taxi driver misunderstood it & commented "<i>Nalulungkot ka noh sa mga maiiwan mo dito sa Pinas?"</i> I blatantly replied "<i>Ay ndi po. Pagod na pagod po ako. Wala na po akong time mag-emote" Ayun natawa si kuya. </i>Don't get me wrong. I'm sad that I'm leaving but I was more tired to tell you honestly. The first thing I did the moment I arrived here in our apartment was to SLEEP. Yes ladies and gentlemen I just sleep my first day here in SAIPAN. Everything was a blur to me & I wasn't even the least bit excited. All through out the 8 hours of flight from Manila to Saipan I just wanted to get it over with. <i>Manhid na ako bes sa sobrang stress at pagod l</i>ol I have year to explore this mysterious island anyway.<br />
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So why SAIPAN? To tell you honestly I don't know. I don't even know Saipan EXIST. That there's even a place as such. Everytime I mention Saipan to my friends or even to my family, most of them will always ask me "Saan yun?" I actually had to google this place when I was invited for a job interview & as expected my employer who turned out to be my boss ask me "Do you know anything about Saipan?" I answered a little too confidently "Yes but only a little. (There's really not much about Saipan in the internet) All I know is that it's part of Guam" My boss replied "No. It's not part of Guam. It's NEAR Guam" So much for researching ayun na-wow mali tuloy ako. I really don't know why I was hired lol I think it's probably because they badly needed an Accountant hehe Anyway, I accepted the job offer in February of this year so I kinda know that I'm leaving before the year ends. I just didn't say anything since it's not yet final & all of this are just verbal/online agreement between me & the agency. Nevertheless I did ASSUME that I would be leaving so I did everything I could to enjoy my stay in the Philippines or more specifically to TRAVEL as much as I can. If you've been reading my blog, this was my BIGGER reason why I went panic flying this year. I was booking flights after flights & was flying almost every month. As exciting as that sounds, my bank account begs to differ otherwise so don't make me your #travelgoals haha This is not my normal travel expenditure. I repeat. THIS IS NOT MY NORMAL TRAVEL EXPENDITURE. What was supposed to be my 2 years worth of travel expenses I did it in 8 months. I just really went all out this year since I figured I might NOT be able to travel out of Saipan for a year since the plane tickets here are astronomical but who knows anything can change. I know myself too well, I might go panic flying again lol<br />
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Seriously I keep asking myself why I'm here. What in the world am I even doing here when I could have stayed in my beloved home country if I wanted to. I DON'T even KNOW a single person here in Saipan. All the job application from day 1 to getting here I did it on my OWN by applying through an Agency so tigilan na po ang chismis lol It was really a leap of faith but now that I think about it, I think I just jump off the highest building-head first. Some were even questioning my decision why I'm chasing this dream amidst all the uncertainty & it came to the point that I'm the only one who can see it becoming a reality. Yes I was going after this dream blindly & I would be lying if I said I wasn't worried that everything can go wrong. I can't exactly put into words all the sleepless nights, headaches, stress & tensions just to be here but I can now say that I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be. That everything went according to plan. That this did not turned out to be a big scam which I know most of my haters expect it to be. That I'm perfectly alright..although I'm still adjusting with my new life.<br />
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I might not know now why I'm here but God really do have a weird sense of humor because come to think of it, I did state in my blog's bio the "Location: Probably by the beach" before all this transition even takes place and it's funny that I am CURRENTLY living by the beach. So to end this narrative, it's never too late to dream BIG. If it both scares & excites you, that's when you go for it. ALL IN. To hell with playing it safe.<br />
<br />mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-27144659251428896922017-09-14T22:17:00.000+08:002017-09-15T10:15:06.064+08:00Giveaway-Win A Free Private Tour in Taipei (Jiufen)!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yes you read that right! In collaboration with <a href="https://www.rtaiwanr.com/" target="_blank">Round Taiwan Round</a>, I'll be giving away not one but 2 Free Private Tour in Taipei (yay!). Click the link here <a href="https://www.rtaiwanr.com/jiufen/jiufen-custom-shared-tour" target="_blank">Jiufen Custom Shared Tour</a> for more details about the tour :)<br />
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Round Taiwan Round is launching a revolutionary travel service called <b>Tripool</b> which will enable travellers to enjoy the cost-benefit of carpool, but also have the luxury to customize itinerary for the scenic areas chosen. So it's like a shared tour except you can customize where you want to go. For example the Jiufen tour that I'm giving away, you can select up to 6 awesome tour spots around that area :)<br />
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Tour value is US$30.00, if with English-speaking driver then it's US$70.00 so what are you waiting for? Christmas definitely came early!<br />
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Just leave a comment here in my blog or in the widget below <b>why you should win the Jiufen Private Tour.</b> You can state your reasons as briefly as possible or a lengthy one if you want, it's all up to you. I will also be announcing this in my facebook & instagram account so <i>galingan niyo mga bes. </i>This contest will run from September 15-30, 2017!<i> </i>Good luck to all of you!<br />
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I know. I can already foresee the onslaught of questions coming my way. "What's up with all this solo travelling?" My friends have already cornered me with questions after questions. I think next time magpapa press conference na po ako choz haha I cannot reveal the bigger reason..yet. Let's just say I just wanted to see the world as much as I can or more precisely as much 'as my bank account can'. After my recent trip to Bali cut a big slashed to my savings, I need to make a damage control. <i>Kelangan galingan ko sa Taiwan bes haha </i>Fortunately, Taiwan turned out to be really, really, really cheap for a solo traveller or for any kinds of traveller.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How To Apply for a Taiwan Tourist Visa for Filipinos</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Note: </b>TECO just announced that Taiwan is now visa free for Filipinos starting November 1, 2017 to July 31, 2018 (on a 9-month trial period) so yes everyone can now travel to Taiwan as long as the following requirements are met:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Stay no longer than 14 days.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">At least 6 months validity of passport</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">With a return or onward ticket</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">No criminal record in Taiwan</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">Where To Stay in Taiwan</span><br />
There are 3 things I always consider every time I booked a hotel/hostel namely 1) close to MRT transportation 2) free breakfast & 3) affordable. So I don't care whether I'll be staying in a backpacker's hostel or guesthouse for as long as these 3 conditions are met. But don't expect too much about the free breakfast though, its just free coffee, water & bread. I just think that if it's available in budget hotels, they really care about customer satisfaction so everything else follows-<br />
free wifi, cleanliness, convenience & good facility. It's a good thing that a lot of this are being offered abroad, you just have to learn where to look.<br />
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I decided to stay in <a href="https://www.agoda.com/next-taipei-hostel-ximending/hotel/taipei-tw.html?selectedproperty=781541&checkIn=2017-07-28&los=1&rooms=1&adults=2&childs=0&cid=1497421&tag=US_306405" target="_blank">Next Taipei Hostel-Ximending</a> & I have to say this is the best backpacker's hotel I've ever been to. I was already impressed that they actually send a direct email to me addressing my request that I will be arriving early because most of the time budget hotels won't even bother to contact you. They are very responsive & will reply to you within minutes. They actually took the time to answer all my questions i.e. thorough guide on how to reach their hotel from Ximen Station so it was easy to locate them. The hostel itself was superb, I can't say anything wrong with it. I definitely get more than what I pay for.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How To Get To Taipei City from Taoyuan Airport</b></span><br />
Taoyuan Airport is around 45 minutes to an hour away from the airport & the two most efficient & affordable modes of transportation are MRT & Bus.<br />
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<u>By MRT:</u><br />
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<li>You can choose to take either Express (38 minutes) or Commuter Train (1 hour & 10 minutes)</li>
<li>Fare is NTD 160.00 or PHP 272.00</li>
<li>Operating hours is from 6:00AM to 11:00PM</li>
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<li>Bus counters are located on the ground floor of Taoyuan airport & the buses are located just outside. </li>
<li>Bus fare is around NTD 125.00-145.00</li>
<li>Operating hours is only until midnight so if you're arriving later than that, you can take Bus 1819 which can take you up to Taipei Main Station only. From there just take a taxi to your hotel.</li>
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I actually arrived in Taiwan after midnight & was cleared in the Immigration around 1:30A.M. so I decided to just sleep in the airport. Backpacker at its finest mga bes! I'm really allergic to taxis abroad, I only did it in Bali & will only consider it in extreme emergency cases haha Taoyuan airport offers sleeping lounges, free drinking water, free wifi & charging so it still feels like your sleeping in a hostel.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Taipei Currency</b></span><br />
I was surprised to discover that Taiwan doesn't have any money changers scattered in the city so I was kind of sad that I can't play my little game with them haha You can only change money in the banks but are only open during weekdays. So if you're arriving over the weekend, just change in the money changers inside the airport although there's a 3% service charge per transaction.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Language Barrier</span></b><br />
Mandarin is the preferred & most commonly understood language in Taiwan. I was kicking myself why I didn't even bother to review my Mandarin background, I am now more exposed to Korean thanks to K-dramas (<i>aminin niyo kayo rin</i>) haha I can just do numbers & the smallest phrases which is not very helpful in terms of asking around. Most locals especially locals who live in the far provinces like Jiufen, Pingxi & Shifen and even bus drivers do not understand English so I had a hard time communicating with them. I suggest translate the name of your destination to Mandarin or have it google translate & save it to your phone.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Chinese Food</b></span><br />
Oh.my.god. the food! Food is everywhere in Taiwan. It's only my first day but I was eating like crazy and I wasn't even in the night market yet. My first & second day was spent visiting the Northern part of Taiwan namely Yehliu, Jiufen, Pingxi & Shifen and the food game in there was already intense. There are a lot of varieties to choose from, it will be a crime not to try their food. It doesn't help that everybody is eating so you will surely be tempted to hoard all the food. Don't worry with all the walking that you're going to do in Taiwan, you will burn everything right away.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Places To Visit in Taipei</span></b><br />
The thing about Taipei is that almost all the tourist spot are FREE & transportation cost is also CHEAP so you will really save a lot. Be sure to buy a reloadable Metro Pass or Easy Card which is available in the airport and any MRT station. You can use this in taking MRT & buses across the city. For more information about Easy Card, visit <a href="http://english.metro.taipei/ct.asp?xItem=1056512&CtNode=70245&mp=122036" target="_blank">Taipei Metro Pass</a><br />
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<b>Yehliu Geopark</b><br />
It is home to a number of unique rock formations located in the Wanli District, New Taipei, Taiwan.<br />
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By Long Distance Bus:<o:p></o:p></div>
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From Taipei West Bus Station - Terminal A (located
at Taipei Main Station), go to the KuoKuang (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">國光</span>) window and purchase a
ticket for NT$96 to Yehliu Geopark (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">野柳地質公園</span>). The journey takes around 90
minutes, and the bus will drop you on the main road just outside the park
entrance. Walk down the lane on the left side to enter.<o:p></o:p></div>
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By Shuttle Bus:<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ride comfortably in a shuttle bus from Ximen to
Yehliu, followed by the Ying Yang Sea, 13-Layer Remains, Golden
Waterfall, Jiufen (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">九份</span>), and Shifen Old Streets (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">十分老街</span>), leaving at
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By North Coast Shuttle Bus (from Tamsui (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">淡水</span>,
Danshui) or Keelung):<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take the North Coast Shuttle Bus NT$200 all day
unlimited rides from either MRT Tamsui Station or Keelung Railway Station.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Jiufen</b><br />
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Jiufen, also spelled Jioufen or Chiufen (Chinese: <span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">九份</span>;
pinyin: Jiǔfèn; literally: "nine portions"), is a mountain area in Ruifang District, New Taipei, Taiwan. Jiufen Old Street is very interesting & unique place. I thought it's just a single aisle when you see it from the entrance but it's actually composed of numerous small alleys & lanes that snake around the area and sometimes even run beneath buildings.<o:p></o:p><br />
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From Taipei Main Station, take the train north to Ruifang
Station. After exiting the station and facing the Wellcome supermarket, take a
left and walk 200 metres down Mingdeng Road. Next to the police station is a
bus station (named Local Residents Plaza, <span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">區民廣場</span>) with routes 827 and 788 heading
toward Jiufen. Please note that the bus stop next to the police station heads
east toward Jiufen, and the bus stop across from the police station heads west
toward Taipei. Route 825 provides weekend service only. From here, the bus trip
takes roughly 15 minutes, and the fare is NT$15. It is recommended to take bus
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From MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">忠孝復興</span>), Brown Line 1 and Blue Line 5
interchange, leave from Exit 1 and take bus route 1062 (Keelung Bus) to
Jinguashi, alight at Jiufen. The ride is about 1 hour and the fare is NT$102. Bus
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="line-height: 107%;">Pingxi
(</span><span style="line-height: 107%;">平溪</span><span style="line-height: 107%;">)
and Shifen (</span><span style="line-height: 107%;">十分)</span></b></span><br />
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Both towns are rich in culture and history that provides a nice
glimpse of Taiwan's natural scenery. Events such as the Sky Lantern
Festival draw visitors year round to create a Chinese Lantern (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">天燈</span>)
with a wish written on it to set into the sky, all for a modest price of NT$150-200. I personally think this 2 towns are very similar but Shifen is bigger & is well known for the Shifen Waterfall so if you only have limited time just go to Shifen instead.<o:p></o:p><br />
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From MRT Muzha Station (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">木柵</span>, Brown Line 1), take bus 1076
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<b>Tip: Alterntively you can visit Yehliu Geopark + Jiufen + Shifen in one day if you book through <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/2953-yehliu-geopark-shuttle-bus-ximen-taipei/?aid=480" target="_blank">Klook</a>. I was supposed to book this tour but all the tickets were sold out on my preferred travel dates so be sure to book early to save you all the hassle.</b><br />
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<b>Yangmingshan National Park</b><br />
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From MRT 2 Jiantan station (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">劍潭</span>), leave Exit 1 (Shilin Night
Market), and walk to the left-side bus station, busses heading north. Take
either the small bus S15 (PREFERRED) or S17 to Yangmingshan station (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">陽明山</span>).
Fare is NT$15, payable by cash or Easycard. It travels past the main transfer
station to other destinations such as Xiaoyoukeng (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">小油坑</span>), Lengshuikeng (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">冷水坑</span>),
and Qingtiangang Grassland Trails (<span style="font-family: "ms gothic"; mso-bidi-font-family: "MS Gothic";">擎天崗</span>).<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>National Palace Museum</b><br />
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This is the grandest & most glamorous museum in Taiwan & is sure worth the visit.<br />
> Take bus Red 30, 304, 255, 815, S18 or S19 at Shilin Station.<br />
> Operating hours: Fri-Sat 8:30-21:00; Sun-Thu: 8:30-18:30<br />
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<b>Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall</b><br />
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> Exit 1 at Longshan Temple Station. Head north on Xiyuan Road for 5 minutes.<br />
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> Entrance fee for Observatory is NTD 600.00 but you can buy it for a discount if you book through <a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/1659-taipei-101-taipei/?aid=4c32910f8ab926d5&af_wid=825" target="_blank">Klook</a></div>
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<i>Eto talaga yung finale ko mga bes</i> haha I think I went a little crazy shopping & eating here. I almost missed my flight just to shop here one last time lol Take note I was staying in the heart of Ximending Night Market but I still went out of my way just to go here. The prices in Shilin is actually cheaper compared in Ximending so this is the best place to buy <i>pasalubong. </i>I did to try to haggle once but the vendor just look at me as if I'm from another planet so I don't think my charm works here haha <i>Sorry naman hindi pa ako nkamove-on sa Bali</i><br />
> Nearest MRT Station is actually Jiantan & not Shilin Station. Believe me I tried to both ways hehe<br />
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<br /></div>
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<br /></div>
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<b>Day 1 (Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Ximending)</b><o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
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6:00-7:00 AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Buy a reloadable Easy Card in the airport<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Ride Bus 1819 to Taipei Main Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 125.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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7:00-7:15AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Transfer to Blue line going to Dingpu & get off at Ximen Station. 5
min. walk to Next Taipei Hostel<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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7:20-8:20AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
It was still too early for my check-in but the hotel staff was kind
enough to let me leave my luggage, allow me use to their bathroom to freshen-up (borlogs na ako bes) &
access to their pantry.<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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8:50-9:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
From Ximen Station get off at Taipei Main Station. Walk to Taipei
West Bus Station. Buy bus ticket at Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport & ride the bus going to
Yehliu Geopark.<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 96.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
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10:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA Yehliu Geopark.<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Pay the entrance fee<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 80.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
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12:45AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Lunch at the nearby eatery<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 150.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
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<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
1:00-2:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETD Yehliu Geopark to Jiufen. Ride Bus 790 to Keelung Train Station.
Transfer to Bus 788* to Jiufen. <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
*Bus 788 is actually on the other side of the street from Keelung
Station & it’s quite far so you better ask around. It took me around 30
minutes to locate the bus stop. <o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 30.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
</td>
</tr>
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<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
2:30-4:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Ride the Bus 788 to Jiufen<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 30.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
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<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
4:00-6:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Explore Jiufen<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
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6:30-7:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETD to Taipei. Ride Bus 790 to Ruifang Station <o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Train from Ruifang Station to Taipei City<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 15.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br />
NTD 49.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
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<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
7:30-8:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Dinner at Ximending Night Market<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
8:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Back at the Hotel<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 529.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="3" style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 467.5pt;" valign="top" width="623"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b>Day 2 (Pingxi, Shifen)</b><o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
8:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Walk to Ximen Station. Take MRT Blue line to Zhongxiao Fuxing Station<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Transfer to Brown line & alight at Muzha Station<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 30.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
9:30-11:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Ride Bus 795 to Pingxi<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 45.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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11:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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ETA Pingxi. Explore Pingxi Old Street<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lunch <o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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1:15-1:45PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Train from Pingxi Station to Shifen<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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1:45PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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ETA Shifen. Explore Shifen old street & visit Shifen Waterfalls<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Note: Shifen Waterfall is quite a long walk from Shifen Old Street
around 45 minutes or so but the scenery is good & the waterfall itself
is amazing. You can also fly sky lantern in Shifen for NTD 200.00.<o:p></o:p></div>
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6:30-7:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Train from Shifen to Ruifang Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 19.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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7:00-8:15PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Buy ticket from Ruifang Station to Taipei<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 49.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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8:15-8:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ride MRT Blue line from Taipei Main Station to Ximen Station <o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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8:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dinner in Ximending Night Market<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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9:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Back at the Hotel<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 529.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Day 3 (Yangmingshan National
Park, National Palace Museum, Shilin Night Market)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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7:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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From Ximen Station take MRT Blue line to Taipei Main Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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8:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take the Bus 260 outside of Taipei Main Station or located just one
block from Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 30.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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9:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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ETA Yangmingshan National Park. Purchase the unlimited ride ticket or
you can use your Easy Card for Shuttle 108 around the park. <o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 60.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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9:00AM-1:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Explore Yangmingshan <o:p></o:p></div>
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1:30-2:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Take the Small Bus S15 or S17 from Qingtiangang bus stop to Jiantan
Station (MRT Red line)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 15.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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3:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lunch in Jiantan<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 150.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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3:30-4:00PM <o:p></o:p></div>
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Take bus Red 30, 304, 255, 815 from Jiantan Station to National
Palace Museum<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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4:15-6:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Explore National Palace Museum. Pay the entrance fee.<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 250.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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6:30-7:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ride the bus from National Palace Museum to Shilin Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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7:15-9:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Shop till you drop in Shilin Night Market <span style="font-family: "segoe ui emoji" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol-ext; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-symbol-font-family: "Segoe UI Emoji";">😊</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
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9:30-10:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Back at the hotel<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 529.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Day 4 (Chiang Kai-Shek,
Longshan Temple, Sun Yat-Sen, Taipei 101, Elephant Mountain<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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9:00-9:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
From Ximen Station take the Green line going to Xindian & get off
at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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9:30-11:15AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Explore Chiang Kai-Shek<o:p></o:p></div>
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FREE<o:p></o:p></div>
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11:15-11:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
From Chiang Kai-Shek Station go back to Ximen Station.<o:p></o:p></div>
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From Ximen Station, take MRT Blue line to Longshan Temple<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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11:30AM-12:00NN<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Explore Longshan Temple<o:p></o:p></div>
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FREE<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
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12:15PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lunch on the nearby eatery<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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12:30-1:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Take the MRT Blue line from Longshan Temple to Sun Yat-Sen Memorial
Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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1:00-2:15PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Explore Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
FREE<o:p></o:p></div>
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2:15PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Walk from Sun Yat-Sen to Taipei City Hall & Taipei 101. Explore
Taipei 101<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
FREE<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
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5:00-5:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
From Taipei 101 Station get off at Xiangshan Station MRT Red line<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
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5:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Take Exit 2 & walk towards the Elephant Mountain Trail. Start
Trekking. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<br /></div>
</td>
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7:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Hike down<o:p></o:p></div>
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<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 112.25pt;" valign="top" width="150"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
</td>
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8:00-8:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 243.0pt;" valign="top" width="324"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
From Xiangshan Station to Jiantan Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 30.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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8:30-10:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Pasalubong shopping in Shilin Night Market<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dinner<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 200.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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10:30-11:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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From Jiantan Staion to Taipei Main Station<o:p></o:p></div>
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Check-out in the hotel<o:p></o:p></div>
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11:00-11:15PM<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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11:15PM-12:15AM<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ride the Bus 1819 at Kuo-Kuang Terminal to Taoyuan Airport<o:p></o:p></div>
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NTD 125.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Total<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>NTD 3,985.00/<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Php 6,774.50<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To sum it all up:<br />
Plane Ticket: Php 4,026.76<br />
Travel Tax: Php 1,620.00<br />
Expenses in Taipei: Php 6,774.50<br />
<b>Grand Total: Php 12,421.76</b><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Where to begin? I feel like I could write a book out of this trip. I guess that's what travelling is about. It leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. For the longest time, I've been wanting to travel SOLO abroad. Sure I tried it so many times around Manila provinces just to get the feel of it but it's not as difficult as compared in abroad for obvious reasons. And then there's </span><i style="text-align: justify;">Bali</i><span style="text-align: justify;">. Just writing that four-letter-word is enough for my heart to skip a beat. Ever since I read Eat Pray Love by Elizabeth Gilbert, I knew I'm in trouble. I understood perfectly what she's trying to convey. I'm with her for that "One woman's search for everything". Her description of the country led me to believe that it was something to be experienced in real life, not just through a book. There's no denying that I needed to go to Bali. But I'm not gonna do an Elizabeth Gilbert thing & try to recreate what she experienced no matter how much I adore the book. I mean it's her personal journey to find the balance within herself, I wanted my own experience, my own story. And I can't afford to stay in Bali for 4 months anyway, I think I'm going to be homeless within a week lol So yeah, I'm travelling to Bali alone for 5 days & on a budget. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How To Go To Bali from Manila</b></span><br />
Several airlines fly from Manila to Bali but Cebu Pacific offers the cheapest fare especially if they are having a seat sale. I often got asked why I travel so much (maybe I will make a separate post about that lol) but I'm usually just on the lookout for seat sale/piso fare. I got my ticket for Php 6,394.30 all-in with 15kgs baggage allowance on return. So stalk their websites (I visit them everyday-stalker at its finest haha) or bookmarked them so you can reach their website in one click.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Getting Around in Bali</b></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;">The most challenging part for me was to discover the lack of public transportation in Bali. The most common mode of transportation here are taxis, hiring a private car or renting a scooter/motorbike, the latter being the cheapest option. If you do decide to drive, you have to secure an international drivers license in order not to risk paying a penalty when the police randomly do a check point. They do have local/shuttle buses around but it only goes to limited routes. I think I've only seen one Kura-Kura bus during my stay in Bali & I can't figure out where are the bus stops since it's not very common. </span></span><i>So paano na ang 'travelling-on-a-budget' mantra ko bes?</i> All the options doesn't suit me well haha<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: small;">Another problem I face is that because of the lack of public transportation, all the tourist destination are offered in tour packages. We all know what that means, it's very expensive unless you're in big groups. At this point I wasn't feeling good about Bali after all lol. I never consider taking taxis or tour packages when I'm abroad. I avoided them at all cost but I'm only making an exception here in Bali since I really don't have any other choice. But I still have my last redeeming skills though & that is to haggle. The amount of haggling I did in Bali was beyond normal, my Mom would be proud of me haha </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Where to Stay in Bali</b></span></div>
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I initially thought staying in Bali for 5 days is too long but I was wrong. There's just so much to do & so many beautiful places to visit in Bali. I had a hard time choosing which places I wanted to go since I only have limited time but finally decided to split it into 2 cities: Ubud & Kuta. Do note that this two are estimated to be an hour apart depending on the traffic (the traffic situation is also bad in Bali). Ubud is the center of Bali, located amongst rice paddies with hundreds of museums, temples, yoga, cafes, the list goes on. It is promoted as the place for the arts & culture while Kuta is famously known for the beaches, surfer haven & better known as the night-life of Bali. So if you want peace & quiet, stay in Ubud but if you're a party person, stay in Kuta. What does my choice makes me then since I chose both?lol Don't get me wrong. I don't think people stay in Kuta just to party alone. I think tourist are more drawn to stay here because of its close proximity to the airport & I'm guilty with that which is why I decided to spend my last 2 nights here. Not to mention that it is also close to the beach but was far too touristy for my liking.<br />
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Once you decided which city proper you're going to stay, finding a place is fairly easy. Good thing about Bali is that it caters to all kinds of travellers whether you're a backpacker or a high-flyer or somewhere in between. Accommodation is actually cheap, prices can be as low as Php 150.00 (dorm room). I was so surprised that I did a double take whether I'm just hallucinating when I was looking for a hotel in <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=4275&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Agoda</a>. You can have your own room (fan room) with private bathroom & free breakfast & of course free wifi for as low as Php 500.00. So if you're going with someone you're just going to pay Php250.00 per night. Amazing, right? I ended up staying in <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=4275&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.agoda.com%2Fpande-permai-bungalows%2Fhotel%2Fbali-id.html%3Fcheckin%3D2017-06-02%26los%3D1%26adults%3D1%26rooms%3D1%26cid%3D1497421%26tag%3DUS_306405%26searchrequestid%3D0a14a7d1-91ae-4267-825c-2b1d73a4ae23" target="_blank">Pande Permai Bungalows</a> in Ubud because it's just a walking distance going to Monkey Forest & Ubud Market (ok it's more of because of the pool haha). If you're afraid of monkeys, then better not stay here since monkeys often visit the hotel every morning. Don't worry they really won't hurt you, mostly they are just looking for food. For Kuta, I stayed in <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=4275&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.agoda.com%2Fsayang-maha-mertha-hotel%2Fhotel%2Fbali-id.html%3Fcheckin%3D2017-06-02%26los%3D1%26adults%3D1%26rooms%3D1%26cid%3D1497421%26tag%3DUS_306405%26searchrequestid%3D3bf37907-dd2d-4197-b157-81de1f95b649" target="_blank">Sayang Maha Mertha Hotel</a>. You can book them through <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=4275&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Agoda</a> or <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6324&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Booking.com</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Suggested Itinerary</b></span><br />
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<b>Day 1: </b><br />
Arrival in Ngurah Rai International Airport (Bali)<br />
Taxi going to Ubud (Check-in at the hotel) - IDR 290,000.00<br />
Lunch - IDR 55,000.00<br />
Visit Monkey Forest - IDR 50,000.00 (Entrance fee)<br />
Tanah Lot Sunset Tour (Half Day Tour) - IDR 480,000.00 inclusive of entrance fees<br />
Dinner - IDR 55,000.00<br />
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- Travel time from the airport to Ubud is around 2 hours or more depending on the traffic but since I arrive early morning (8:00AM), the travel was smooth. Be sure to take the Bluebird Taxi (they use meter) outside the airport so you wouldn't get ripped-off by taxi drivers which is very common in Bali. Fare would be around IDR 300,000.00. I paid IDR 290,000.00 (around Php 1,500.00). <i>Sakit be</i>s.<br />
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- For the booking of tour packages I just did them on the spot. You can see them in every corner of Ubud. The thing about booking them on the spot is you can haggle with them. I was charged IDR 500,000.00 but I manage to lower it to IDR 400,000.00 although I feel like I can still lower it to IDR 300,000.00 if I didn't get too excited with the sunset tour. It was one of the best sunset I've seen by the way.<br />
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Kintamani Besakih Tour (Whole Day Tour) - IDR 350,000.00 inclusive of entrance fees<br />
*Lunch - IDR 160,000.00<br />
Buy Pasalubong in Ubud Market<br />
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- After breakfast, I started hunting around tour package deals that will somehow meet my budget. I chance upon a great deal, just a few blocks away from my hotel. I was asking the staff how much for the whole day tour when she said "Well we have one scheduled to leave today, if you want you can join them" And then I ask the million dollar question "How much?" "It's only IDR 250,000.00" so of course I join right then & there. When I asked around later that day just to know whether I made the right choice, it's actually hard to join other group tour package. Most of them doesn't do that kind of arrangement which is all part of their business strategy. Naturally you will have to pay for the whole car to avail their service which is very expensive if you're travelling solo.<br />
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- There are only 3 of us in the group, all girls travelling solo for the first time in Bali & both of them are from Europe - Holland & Germany. <i>Bes, mali ata tong napasukan ko haha. </i>They have this flawless accent that I suddenly feel conscious about my own pronunciation lol But they are both super cool & really nice. They've been travelling all over Indonesia for 3 weeks. I almost want to ask them "How to be you po?''<i> Sila po talaga yung #travelgoals bes haha</i><br />
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- *The thing about tour packages in Bali is that your driver will bring you to touristy/pricy restaurant & in this case we ended up having our buffet lunch overlooking the rice terraces <i>(pero bes mas maganda pa rin ang rice terraces natin)</i>. Even if you're not in a mood to take the said buffet lunch, you will still feel oblige to take it anyway since it is part of the 'tour'. <i>Isipin mo na lang hanggang dinner na yung kakainin mo bes haha</i><br />
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Private car/Taxi to Sanur beach/port - IDR 150,000.00<br />
Nusa Penida (Round trip boat ticket) - IDR 350,000.00<br />
Renting a motorbike with driver/guide - IDR 200,000.00<br />
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Entrance Fees in Pasih Uug & Kelingking Beach-IDR 10,000.00</div>
Dinner - IDR 50,000.00<br />
Private car to Kuta/Hotel - IDR 120,000.00<br />
**Additional 1 night in Kuta - IDR 160,000.00<br />
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- Going to Nusa Penida was one of the best thing that ever happened to me in Bali. This is the place that I'm most excited about. Well, the pictures alone speaks for itself. Not many tourist know that Bali has 3 separate islands namely Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan & Nusa Ceningan, located just 45 minutes away from Sanur beach. I myself doesn't know about this, I think it was just fate that I saw a gorgeous picture of Kelingking Beach in one of the accounts I follow in Instagram just days before my scheduled trip in Bali & I was still finalizing my itinerary at that time. I told myself I have to get here no matter what it takes. <i>Na-no matter what it takes nga</i> because I can't eat due to excitement & nervousness during that day. I was so nervous if I can pull off this trip because I decided not to take a tour package since it was so expensive & most of the tours I ask require at least 2 people. There's also limited information about this island when I search in the internet making it even more a challenge. Come to think of it, most of the tourist that day are Caucasian or even the whole of Bali. I was like 'where are my people?'lol In the end it was all worth it, it's still hard for me to get over the beauty of this island up to this day.</td></tr>
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- If you do decides to go in Nusa Penida (which I highly recommend), you can do it on your own or avail a tour package if you're in big groups (you can try to book here <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/Attraction_Review-g2538506-d9842206-Reviews-or20-Discover_Nusa_Penida-Nusa_Penida_Bali.html" target="_blank">Discover Nusa Penida</a>). If you want to do it DIY like me, be sure to be at the port early, the first boat is scheduled to leave 8:30AM & last trip is 4:30PM. You will be ask if you're going there on day tour or will be staying ovenight. If you have more time, do stay here overnight so you can enjoy the island more. You can book here at <a href="https://www.agoda.com/pages/agoda/default/DestinationSearchResult.aspx?asq=seT%2FXHLBwTt3NNYtiE%2B1j9DnuW7P%2BySn65WvefMLoeqiB0%2FLmkQzIH7Oyz%2Fo7L9ywKmXZRwkmo4ZnfaQ76wO6kZnDlk3%2B%2FbDAMCRwRBjxhd8iuBSH2wE0AgLG50tkWU2x8PkbZGeEUbbZIbyUDqc4WQ%2Bw3bXJDFfajLkyFVUWP5O04D2V1%2BNEMIQ9%2BlA9owOH%2BOqVWWoZ88KLIuDsgzO1Zpxj%2FA%2BylTfAGs1qJCjm9nhWJrCo8gWS62ck2G4Igwz&area=493873&cid=1497421&tag=US_306405&tick=636322872224&pagetypeid=103&origin=PH&gclid=&aid=121183&userId=fdb69757-920d-4233-ab14-3c1524c8ff71&languageId=1&sessionId=2c0s0njm12ianqrqji5nwdm1&storefrontId=3&currencyCode=PHP&htmlLanguage=en-us&trafficType=User&cultureInfoName=en-US&checkIn=2017-06-10&checkOut=2017-06-11&los=1&rooms=1&adults=1&children=0&childages=&ckuid=fdb69757-920d-4233-ab14-3c1524c8ff71" target="_blank">Agoda</a>. I was almost tempted to stay overnight though but I can barely stretch my budget so I bought a round-trip ticket for a day tour.<br />
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- Once you arrive in the port of Nusa Penida, there are a lot of motorbike drivers who will offer their service. It's actually cheaper to rent a motorbike (around IDR 50,000.00) & you can ride here even if you don't have a license unlike in Bali. But the roads here are not developed & dangerous if you're not a very experienced driver. There's no hospital in the island just in case something bad happens so I wouldn't dare risk it. I need my guide to take my pictures anyway haha. It's important to know that most of the locals here doesn't speak English so I was lucky to find a guide that can conversed well in English. If you do need a guide, you can contact Mr. Puto at +6282144045779. My guide was indeed one of the best, he was willing to go down to Kelingking Beach with me since he saw I was falling head over heels overlooking the beach but decided against it since I only have limited time. It's actually 1 hour going down & 2 hours or more going up because the trail is very steep. I really would like to go down there & swim if I have the chance to return so do me a favor & go down there will you? :)<br />
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- I feel like there's still more hidden spots in Nusa Penida waiting to be discovered since this is the biggest island out of the 3. I actually heard a lot of rave reviews about Nusa Lembongan but my mind was already set for Nusa Penida. You.just.can't.talk.me.out.of.this. No matter what it takes nga diba? lol If you have a lot of time & resources in Bali, be sure to check out this 3 islands before it becomes another commercialized tourist destination.<br />
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- ** Since I wasn't sure if I can come back to Bali for the day or ended up stranded in Nusa Penida to which I really don't mind (choz), I didn't book any hotel for my 3rd night. It wasn't actually a prolem since there a lot of hotels scattered around in Bali especially in Kuta area. You can do it on the spot but of course it's not hassle-free unlike pre-booking it online. What I did was to try to talk to the hotel staff that I'm supposed to be staying for the next day & just ask for an additional charge for the night. Fortunately they agreed & are not fully booked because it's not yet peak season in Bali. <i>And yes hinaggle ko yung IDR 160,000.00 lol</i><br />
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Explore Kuta beach<br />
Brunch - IDR 30,000.00<br />
Uluwatu Tour (Whole Day Tour-Garuda Wisnu Kencana,Padang2x Beach,Padawa Beach, Uluwatu & Jimbaran) - IDR 300,000.00<br />
Entrance fees & Kecak dance - IDR 320,000.00<br />
Dinner - IDR 28,000.00<br />
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- Just like in Ubud, I had a hard time finding or should I say negotiating a tour package. The first thing they will ask is for how many person & when I answer them only one, they lose interest already. I was about to give up when I tried it one last time just near the hotel I'm staying at. I just pull off my most charming face or maybe the staff just took pity on me haha I take the cheapest option which is to hire a motorbike with driver for the whole day tour worth IDR 300,000.00. <i>So ang sakit ng balakang ko after the tour haha</i></div>
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- One of the most famous performance in Bali is the Kecak Fire dance which can be found in Uluwatu & Ubud. It is a form of Balinese ritual dance & music drama that was developed in the 1930s. The show starts just as the sun is about to set providing a picturesque backdrop from 6:00-7:00PM. There's an entrance fee of IDR 100,000.00 to watch the show. I know, very expensive.<br />
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- It is highly recommended to have a guide waiting for you in Uluwatu since the place is very remote & taxis are scarce. Also expect heavy traffic when going back to the city.<br />
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<b>Day 5: </b><br />
Motorbike ride going to the airport - IDR 60,000.00<br />
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<b>Breakdown of Expenses (Daily total):</b><br />
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Philippine Travel Tax: PHP 1,620.00<br />
Roundtrip Airfare: PHP 6,394.30<br />
Pre-book of hotel for 3 nights: Php 2,210.00<br />
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Day 1: IDR 930,000.00<br />
Day 2: IDR 510,000.00<br />
Day 3: IDR 1,040,000.00<br />
Day 4: IDR 678,000.00<br />
Day 5: IDR 60,000.00<br />
Total exp. in Bali: IDR 3,218,000.00 or equivalent of PHP 14,627.28<br />
<b>Grand Total : PHP 24,851.58</b><br />
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<li>The one rule I always live by is to never exchange ALL your money in the airport of your destination because they have the lowest rate compared to money changers located in the city. Just change what you only need for your transportation fare then exchange the rest in the money changers near your hotel.</li>
<li>Once you're already in the arrival hall of the airport, you will be meet by a lot of 'so-called' taxi drivers that will try to offer their service. Ignore them & walk outside the airport to take the Bluebird Taxi since they are not allowed to to pick you up inside the airport due to some local rule . Better yet ask the airport security to point you to proper direction, it's just short walk coming from the airport.</li>
<li>Uber & GrabTaxi are available in Bali although I never tried it. A lot of people actually said that this is a cheaper option compared to taking the Bluebird Taxi which might be true because taxi drivers are having a protest to banned them & you can see a lot of posters of this around the city.</li>
<li>Renting a scooters/motorbike are easily found in every corner of Bali. In fact people of all ages in Bali know how to ride one even little kids. <i>Nakakahiya sa part ko haha</i> Again, just make sure to bring International drivers license to avoid problem with any police officer. Also, drivers always go on the left side lane (driver's seat are on the right) , a complete opposite to what we are used to.</li>
<li>I think frequent travellers already know this but I'm saying it anyway. Always buy dollars before leaving the Philippines especially now that our peso is not doing well in the market. I'm not saying buy a lot of dollars (depending on the length of stay & country of destination), your 200 to 300 dollars can already go a long way, I think that will already cover 4 or 5 days worth of expenses in Asian country.</li>
<li>I always play a little game with random money changers when I'm abroad. It's nothing unusual, just hunting which money changers gave the best rate. Most people think that all of them gave the same rate since they are just sitting next to each other but each of them have different rates so don't forget to compare & contrast. At some point money changers already recognize me because I'm changing 2 to 3 different currencies at the same time just out of fun & to test them whether they know their job lol. I'm such a nerd. During my last night in Kuta, I was asking the guy manning the money changer why the peso exchange rate is lower compared the one in Ubud. He surprisingly agreed to give me a higher rate maybe because he badly needed a peso currency. <i>So ayun pati money changer hinaggle ko na bes</i> Only in Bali!</li>
<li>Tour guides in Bali are on time. If you ask them to pick you up in your hotel at 7:00AM, they will be there on the dot or sometimes even minutes earlier so Filipino time is not applicable.</li>
<li>Bali is predominantly Hindu so expect to see a lot of temples & wearing a sarong is strictly practiced when entering inside.</li>
<li> Balinese food is really good, it taste the same as ours but they also have their own special delicacies like Bakso, Nasi Goreng, Sate among others. If you eat like a local, the food is extremely cheap. The best food I taste was in Sanur beach after my Nusa Penida tour. I came across a small eatery but packed with a lot of locals just next to the ticketing office. When I ask for a menu, the staff confidently answer me "No menu, we serve only one dish" & led me to the front to see what they are serving. I was thinking if they only have one dish then it must be bloody good. And it was! <i>Naka 2-rice po ako lol</i> The whole meal only cost IDR 50,000 or Php 250.00 but it's a big serving that can fit for 2 people.</li>
<li>The best place to buy a pasalubong is in Ubud market. Do note that the first price they will offer you is usually 2 to 3 times higher. What I do is always ask more than half of what they are asking (of course vendors will not agree) & slowly work it higher until we can both agree on the price. If they don't, walk away from them. Chances are they will still chase you & give you the price that you want (it happened to me). I think it's better than to sell nothing.</li>
<li>Lastly, Bali is safe for solo female traveller which is why I wasn't worried about my safety. It is more of the cost actually lol But tourist have every right to be skeptical because even though Bali is beautiful as it looks, most locals are notorious for overcharging prices so haggle, haggle & haggle.</li>
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Travelling solo for the first time abroad can both sound intimidating & daunting. In fact I was so nervous the night before my flight that I hardly sleep. Everything was going wrong that I was considering not to go anymore but I think I'm going to hate myself more if I didn't do it. I always do something that I'm a little not ready for. I think that is how you grow. Sometimes it is our own doubts & fears that stops us from doing the things that we always wanted. So go on, save up & book that flight. You will never be the same person as you are after the trip. You will see things differently. Coming back to where you started is not the same as never leaving. </div>
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mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-40330907418675854972017-04-30T11:52:00.001+08:002017-04-30T11:52:57.452+08:00Maniwaya Island in Marinduque (Holy Week 2017)First of all, this is by far one of my craziest, silliest, last minute trip I ever did in my wanderlust-ing life. This also took place during Holy Week, the busiest holiday in Manila so I don't know how I pull this one off. <i>I think ako na ang reyna ng last minute trip haha </i>Seriously, this is really not advisable because I was dead tired after I got home but it was all worth it in the end. It has to be lol.<br />
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Prior to this trip, I was actually planning to just stay at home. Yes, ladies & gentlemen, I really did consider that because everything is already fully booked from hotels to bus tickets. You have to plan & book everything months before holy week if you want to have a stress-free vacation which I failed to do so. On the night of Holy Wednesday, I still haven't made up my mind whether I should leave or not but all my officemates doesn't believe me that I don't have any plans to travel. They were like <i>"Weh? Di kami naniniwala.."</i> And then when I come home, all my boardmates were like <i>"Wala kang travel ngayon of all days?"</i> I was like am I not allowed to just stay at home?lol But I guess since everyone have their own plans & social media posts doesn't help either because I ended up getting jealous & restless, I decided to push through going to Marinduque on Thursday night. Which turn out to be a good thing because there's no long queue in the bus & ferry terminal since almost everyone already left Manila the night before.<br />
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Honestly, this is really not my first choice for my Holy Week vacation but given the limited time that I have (I only research about this mysterious place days before Holy Week), I think I was already lucky that this trip turn out to be a success. Why Marinduque? Well, I don't know anything about this place actually but I read that the city has a lot of nice beaches to offer so that's already enough to sent me packing hehe<br />
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Marinduque is dubbed as "The heart of the Philippines" because it is located in the center of the Philippines & the island itself is shaped like heart. It is one of the five regions in the country having no land border with another region or commonly known as MIMAROPA, an acronym combination of its constituent provinces namely MIndoro (Occidental & Oriental Mindoro), MArinduque, ROmblon & PAlawan. The province is home to one of the oldest religious festivals of the country, the Moriones which is celebrated every Holy Week. It is composed of six municipalities: Boac (the capital of this province), Buenavista, Gasan, Mogpog, Sta. Cruz & Torrijos. Out of this 6, I only get to visit Mogpog, Boac & Sta. Cruz due to time constraints so this blog will be just about this three.<br />
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There are various ways to reach this island but the most popular one is the route Manila-Dalahican Port-Balanacan Port (Marinduque). Jac Liner has a daily trips to Lucena/Dalahican Port from Cubao or Buendia Terminal. Try to catch the bus with the sign board bound to Dalahican Port but if not, you can ride the Lucena bus & alight in the Lucena Terminal. From there you can take the jeepney or bus going to Dalahican Port for a minimal fare.<br />
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It is safe to arrive in Balanacan Port even in the wee hours of the morning. In fact they are reported to have the lowest crime rate in the country alternately ranking with Batanes so I don't really feel any pressure at all choz. I even slept in the waiting shade of Sta. Cruz along with other travellers to wait for the morning (I arrive around 2:30AM) Still, be mindful of your belongings though. The jeepneys/tricycles are available 24/7 outside the Balanacan Port that could take you to other parts of Marinduque so need to worry if you arrive late at night or early in the morning. If you are going to Maniwaya Island, take the jeep going to Sta. Cruz. From there, ride a tricycle going to Buyabod Port. Public boat going to Maniwaya Island is scheduled around noon & since that's already too late for me, I befriended other travellers <i>(nakakahiya pero kailangan lol)</i> so we can split the cost for the whole boat which already includes island hopping.<br />
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If you are on a budget, I recommend to stay in Wawie Beach because they have available tents for only Php 350.00 or you can bring your own tent for a minimum fee. Below is their contact details:<br />
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FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WawiesResort" target="_blank">Wawie Beach Resort</a><br />
Contact#: <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">09067512497 / 09213695359 / 09081828156</span><br />
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FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/islamaniwaya/" target="_blank">Marikit-Na Beach House</a><br />
Contact#: <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">09278789782 / 09219785565</span><br />
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FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Playa-Amara-Beach-Resort-812543678801426/" target="_blank">Playa Amara Beach Resort</a><br />
Contact#: 09285070362<br />
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FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ResidenciaDePaloMaria/" target="_blank">Residencia De Palo Maria</a><br />
Contact#: <span style="background-color: white; color: #4b4f56; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; white-space: nowrap;">09505055937 / 09985394726</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On my way home back to Buyabod Port. Crowd lining up the boat on their way to Maniwaya Island.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First time to see this huge jellyfish in Balanacan Port!</td></tr>
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><br />Itinerary:</b><br />
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<b>Day 0-1:</b><br />
6:00PM-10:00PM - Bus from Buendia to Lucena Terminal: Php 210.00<br />
10:00PM-10:15PM - Bus from Lucena Terminal to Dalahican Port: Php 35.00<br />
10:15PM - Arrival in Dalahican Port (Pay Terminal Fee): Php 30.00<br />
10:30PM -1:30AM - Roro to Balanacan Port (Mogpog-Marinduque): Php 270.00<br />
1:30AM-2:30AM - Jeep from Balanacan Port to Sta. Cruz: Php 70.00<br />
***Tried to sleep in waiting shade, didn't work though***<br />
5:00AM-5:15AM - Ride a tricycle from Sta. Cruz market to Buyabod Port: Php 100.00<br />
6:00AM-10:00AM - Start of Island Hopping (Palad Sandbar, Ungab Rock Formation & Maniwaya Island) : Php 340.00 **<br />
11:00AM Onwards - Lunch, Beach bumming in Wawie Beach<br />
6:00PM - Dinner: Php 150.00<br />
11:00PM - Overnight stay (Tent) : Php 350.00<br />
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** The price of the whole boat is Php 2,000.00 which includes island hopping & back to Buyabod Port for six persons. I think the price depends on your haggling skillls so haggle, haggle & haggle. My new found friends are not staying overnight in Maniwaya Island though since they only plan to stay for day tour.<br />
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<b>Day 2:</b><br />
7:00AM-8:00AM - Public boat from Wawie Beach to Buyabod Port: Php 70.00<br />
8:00AM-8:15AM - Tricycle from Buyabod Port to Sta. Cruz Market: Php 20.00<br />
8:15AM-9:15AM - Jeep from Sta. Cruz to Boac: Php 50.00<br />
9:15Am-11:00AM - Walking City Tour in Boac<br />
11:00AM-11:30AM - Jeep from Boac to Balanacan Port: Php 50.00<br />
11:30AM-12:00NN - Lunch near the Port (Seafood & Halo2x): Php 110.00<br />
12:00NN-12:15PM - Pay Terminal Fee: Php 30.00<br />
2:00PM-5:00PM - Roro from Balanacan Port to Dalahican Port: Php 270.00<br />
5:00PM-10:00PM - Bus from Dalahican Port to Buendia: Php 220.00<br />
Miscellaneous (Food & Pasalubong) : Php 150.00<br />
<b>TOTAL: Php 2,525.00</b><br />
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I've been to La Union twice already but for some reason I've never visited any of the famous surfing resort which La Union was known for. It's a shame actually because I just witnessed one of the most magical sunset ever. I should have visit this place years ago. Anyway here's a quick guide if you're planning to visit eLyU!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How To Go To La Union</span></b><br />
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Estimated travel time from Manila to La Union is around 6-7 hours depending on the traffic so it's best to leave around midnight so you can arrive there by early morning. <b>Partas Transportation</b> in Cubao & Pasay have an hourly schedule that departs from the terminal. Board the bus bound to Vigan or Laoag & tell the conductor to drop you off in San Juan. Another option would be to take the San Fernando (Php 453.00) bus & then ride a jeepney (Php 8.00) or tricycle to Urbiztondo, San Juan.<br />
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Once you arrived in San Juan, you can see that all the resorts are just sitting in the highway & behind them are the enticing ocean waves beckoning towards you. Have I known this beforehand, I think I would be here every weekend lol! There are a lot of resorts to choose from but I already made up my mind from the very beginning to stay in <a href="http://www.flotsamandjetsamhostel.com/" target="_blank">Flotsam and Jetsam Hostel</a>, mostly because I love the name so much (its very catchy, <i>natutuwa lang tlga ako</i> haha). Also, it's for all kinds of traveller whether you want to splurge or you are on a budget. They have a mixed dormitory room for as low as Php 680.00.<br />
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You can also try the following resorts in San Juan or book thru <a href="https://www.agoda.com/?tag=US_306405&CID=1497421" target="_blank">Agoda.com</a><br />
<a href="https://www.sanjuansurfresort.ph/" target="_blank">San Juan Surf Resort</a><br />
<a href="http://launion.thecirclehostel.com/" target="_blank">The Circle Hostel</a><br />
<a href="http://www.thunderbirdresortsporopoint.com/" target="_blank">Thunderbird Resort</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Note: Sadly I didn't get to try surfing that afternoon because of strong current. I even tried to insist but was strongly discouraged. So don't me lol I guess it's only for precautionary purposes since tourist/guest were not advisable to swim. </span><i style="font-size: large;">Infair ibang klase rin kc ang lakas ng waves. </i><span style="font-size: medium;">Afraid haha If you do try which is a must, the rate is Php 400.00 per hour inclusive of board rental & surf instructor.</span></div>
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Another famous attraction in La Union is the Tangadan Falls. It is located in San Gabriel, around 40 minutes to 1 hour away from San Juan. A lot of resorts offer a Tangadan Falls tour package just like in Flotsam & Jetsam. It was around Php 850.00 each for 2 persons and Php 1,400.00 if it's only for one person. Because I'm on a budget I decided to do it DIY.<br />
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Stated above was supposed to be my "expected" itinerary but in "reality" that wasn't the case. Well if you've been travelling a lot, this is not surprising anymore. There will always be last minute changes no matter how much time you planned on the trip. Which is why sometimes I don't plan any itinerary at all, just go with the flow & trust your instinct. It's better that way.</div>
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I was informed by the locals that it's difficult to ride a jeepney to San Gabriel since only a few passed by along the highway. Due to time constraints, I just have a tricycle tour package (Php 400.00) back & fort from the hotel to Tangadan Falls. Upon arrival in the jump-off point, you can choose either to walk a 45 mins-1 hour hike towards the falls or ride a <i>habal-habal</i> (Php 150.00-200.00 fee) & then walk for 15-20 minutes. Of course I just choose to walk, it's a good exercise anyway. Anyone who wants to visit the falls are required to take a tour guide. Minimum tour guide fee is Php 500.00 for 5 persons. If your group is 6 & up, then its Php 100.00 each. So if you're going to here & you're less than 5, the total amount you will pay is still Php 500.00. For my case since I'm going solo, I was about to back out lol. Seriously, I just haggle in my tour guide but I ended up feeling guilty since he doesn't insist on what amount I should pay him. <i>Ako na daw ang bahala</i>. In the end I paid him Php 400.00 since it's his only source of income. You can contact Kuya Oliver to be your tour guide here +639121759520<br />
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Tip: Trekking hours can start as early as 5:30 in the morning & only up to 3:30 in the afternoon. You can stay for as long as you want in the falls though so it's really worth the visit.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Itinerary</b></span><br />
Ok I have to confess, I went here solo. Sorry Mom. Like I said, I've been dying to go here so I really don't care whether I'm going solo or not. It's do or die haha <i>Para sa blog</i> lol I am forever grateful to all my guardian angel out there, I hope you won't get tired of my recklessness & impulsiveness because there's still more to come. Anyway I went to La Union just over the weekend with a sidetrip to Tangadan Falls and I think that's already enough to explore eLyU but you can extend a day or two if you couldn't get enough of it.<br />
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<b>Breakdown of Expenses:</b><br />
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Day 1<br />
Bus Fare: Php 453.00<br />
Breakfast (Stop-over): Php 50.00<br />
Accomodation: Php 936.00<br />
Lunch at Flotsam & Jetsam: Php 250.00<br />
Dinner: Php 120.00<br />
Kikiam (streetfood): Php 10.00<br />
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Day 2<br />
Breakfast in Flotsam & Jetsam: Free<br />
Tricycle tour to Tangadan Falls: Php 400.00<br />
Tour Guide Fee: Php 400.00<br />
Rent (Life-Vest): Php 50.00<br />
Entrance Fee: Php 30.00<br />
Food (Drinks): Php 40.00<br />
Jeepney to San Fernando: Php 8.00 **<br />
Tricycle from San Fernando Market to Partas Terminal: Php 15.00<br />
Bus Fare: Php 453.00<br />
Dinner (Stop-over): Php 50.00<br />
<b>TOTAL: Php 3,265.00</b><br />
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I know its pretty expensive and I didn't even bought a pasalubong lol. But you can still bring down the cost if you are travelling in big groups though.<br />
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**Tip: If you're really hungry or haven't taken a lunch yet, buy some food first on a nearby fast food chain once you arrive in San Fernando City/Market because there's no food stall available near the Partas Terminal.mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-22890927607753575032017-01-22T12:17:00.005+08:002017-01-23T10:14:11.746+08:00Quick getaway to Masasa Beach, BatangasJanuary has always been a busy month for me, well aside from April which is hellish to describe it mildly lol! I think you will understand what I'm talking about if you're Accountant/Auditor who works for a big company. Anyway I don't want to bore you about my job so lets get to the good part. Considering this month is already the start of my busy schedule, I actually push myself to just getaway from draManila even though I wasn't really feeling well that day & I woke up late that morning but I still decided to go because maybe I just needed some vitamin sea to feel better.<br />
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My destination for that day was Masasa Beach, it is a public beach located in Tingloy Island in the province of Batangas. I don't think it's famous yet (for me at least) which I actually like because I personally prefer secluded beach, that 'away from the crowd' thing, <i>yung lakas maka-</i>The Beach<i> choz</i> so its more private. I've only knew about this island last year when I was searching for beaches here in Manila that are not too crowded & Masasa Beach came up along with <a href="http://mimztraveldiaries.blogspot.com/2016/12/cagbalete-island.html" target="_blank">Cagbalete Island</a> (which I chose to go at that time) & many others.<br />
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Batangas is always my go-to place if I am craving for a beach (malala na ata ako choz). I cannot count how many times I've been here because Batangas definitely have a lot of nice beaches but I do remember that the first itinerary that I ever made was going here, the famous Laiya beach. It was a success actually (ahem) & I never stopped since then.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How to go to Masasa Beach:</span></b><br />
Jam Liner & DLTB bus lines in Buendia terminal offers a daily trips going to Batangas Grand Terminal. Travel time is around 2-3 hours depending on the traffic. From there take the jeep going to Anilao (the jeep will leave once it is full) & tell the driver to drop you off in Anilao Port. Travel time is 45 minutes to 1 hour. Upon arriving in Anilao Port, you will be asked to register your name before you can ride in the public boat going to Tingloy island. Travel time is almost 1 hour. Once you reached TIngloy island, there are a lot of tricycle available in Tingloy port so you can ride one & tell the driver to drop you off in Masasa Beach, Travel time is only 10 to 20 minutes. But its not yet the end though, there's a short hike going to the beach for about 10-15 minutes which I think was actually part of its charm. Don't worry the rice fields & lush mountains scenery is quite refreshing after those long travel time.<br />
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Note: First trip from Anilao Port going to Tingloy island starts at 9:00AM. The last trip from Tingloy island to Anilao Port is at 3:00PM.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Where to stay:</b></span><br />
Since the island is not yet developed, there are no resorts available in the beach. You can bring your own tent (free) if you want to stay overnight or you can stay in Aling Rosie's Bahay Kubo for Php200.00/person. You can contact her at 09196864368.<br />
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Here's a short clip of Masasa Beach. It's my first time to post a video though so don't judge haha<br />
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<b>Breakdown of Expenses:</b><br />
Bus from Manila to Batangas Grand Terminal: Php 157.00<br />
Jeep from Batangas Terminal to Anilao Port: Php 37.00<br />
Public boat from Anilao Port to Tingloy Port: Php 70.00<br />
Tricycle from Tingloy Port to Masasa Beach: Php 20.00<br />
Entrance Fee in Masasa Beach: Php 30.00<br />
Tricycle from Masasa Beach to TIngloy Port: Php 20.00<br />
Public boat from Tingloy Port to Anilao Port: Php 70.00 **<br />
Jeep from Anilao Port to Batangas Grand Terminal: Php 40.00<br />
Bus going back to Manila: Php 157.00<br />
<b>Total: Php 601.00</b><br />
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** In case you missed the last public boat going back to Anilao Port which happened to me<i> (kc nman bkt maaga ang last trip, nagtatampisaw pa ako haha),</i> there are private boat that can take you back to Anilao Port but of course it will be for a higher price. It's a good thing that there are also a lot of us stranded in Tingloy Port so who chipped in together & haggle to the boatmen. We agreed for the boat price of Php 2,500.00 to be divided for 15 persons so it will be Php 170.00 each. Be mindful of the boat schedule <i>at wag ako tularan</i> haha</div>
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I'm a little hesitant to blog about this island because this is one of my secret spot. You know we all have that one place where it always leaves a special mark in our heart & I guess this one is for me. Maybe because for the first time I finally tried the solo backpacking thing. Yup no one knows about this not even my Mom who constantly checks on my whereabouts. It's a good thing she's not reading this lol. Personally, I don't like travelling solo because (1) I don't have somebody to take my pictures (<i>ang vain lang ng reason ko haha</i>) & (2) it is more costly than when in groups. There are not many places where you can travel solo on a budget but for this trip I think I did well & forced myself not to go overboard & surprisingly enjoyed my solo trip. Anyway, I'm sharing this trip because I don't think I have a lot of readers & even if I have, I doubt that they will read this word by word lol. Seriously, I have many realizations during this trip. That it wasn't as scary as I thought it would be, that it was both liberating & exhilarating, & that I finally understood the hype about solo travelling. I might just do it again next time haha<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">How to go to Cagbalete:</span></b><br />
There is only one bus who goes directly to Mauban, Quezon and that is Jac Liner Bus. They only have 2 bus schedules though, 4AM & 11AM. The fare is about Php 270.00 & estimated travel time is aound 4 to 5 hours. In case you missed the first trip (which happened to me), you can take the bus going to Lucena & get off in Lucena Bus Terminal (Php 210.00). From there, you can take another bus going to Mauban (Php 50.00) & drop off in Mauban Public Market. You can opt to ride a tricycle from Mauban Market to the port (Php 10.00) or you can walk if you're not in a hurry.<br />
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You should be in the Mauban Port on or before 10:00AM to catch the first trip going to Sabang Port (Cagbalete Island). Boat fare is Php 50.00 & travel time is around 45 minutes to 1 hour. In case you missed this, the next scheduled boat trip is already at 3:00PM but there are also private boat who offers to get you to the island for a higher price. Fare depends on the number of passengers. Small boat for 4 people is about Php 2,000 while the bigger boats cost Php 4,000 but I think you can still haggle though.<br />
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I arrived on the island around 1:00 in the afternoon & was surprised that the island surrounding the resort was in low-tide. I mean I was so used to the idea that when somebody says it's low tide, the water is at least still visible in the naked eye but the case here is different. The water was totally wiped out or pushed back from the island for about 1 to 2 kilometers. I was so amazed that I asked the boatman if this is always the case here, he just casually confirmed <i>"Opo ma'am, ganito po talga dito araw-araw" </i>(Yes ma'am, this happen everyday)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is how it looks during low tide. I have to walk for 10 to 15 minutes to reach the resort.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">That little house is the Villa Cleofas Resort</td></tr>
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The water will go back to normal at around 4:00PM (high tide) up to early morning then it will start to recedes at around 11:00AM. You can see it right before your very eyes the transformation of the sea levels. At one point I feel like I'm Moses actually especially when I walked towards the sandbar (the main haighlight of the whole trip) when it was just starting to appear. <i>Lakas maka-mahika ang ganap dun haha </i>I think that was also the start of my obsession to sandbars lol<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ahhhhhh sandbar!!!</td></tr>
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<b>Tip:</b> Electricity in the island is on rotational basis. It is available from 6:00PM to 10:00PM & will be back on 6:00AM to 10:00AM the next day. I'm not sure if this is also the case to other resort so make sure to bring your power banks.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Where to stay in Cagbalete:</b></span><br />
There are various resorts to choose from in Cagbalete Island which I listed below. As for me I choose to stay in <a href="http://www.cagbalete.net/" target="_blank">Villa Cleofas</a> because they allow their guest to pitch their own tent for a minimal fee & also because of their own sandbar which makes it even more better.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is the first time that I've seen a sunrise by the beach. Puro sunset lang kc naabutan ko haha</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yun lang against the light lol</td></tr>
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Other Resort in the Island:<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.donacholeng.com/" target="_blank">Dona Choleng Resort</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/pansacolabeachresort" target="_blank">Pansacala Beach Resort</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.villanoe.com/" target="_blank">Villa Noe Beach Resort</a></li>
<li><a href="http://mvtstoninoresort.net/" target="_blank">MVT Sto. Nino Resort</a></li>
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<b>Tip:</b> Be mindful of the boat schedules that will depart from the island because the last trip is around 1:00PM or so depending on the number of passengers so make sure to catch the last trip or else you will be stuck in the island.<br />
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Note: The reason why I was so confident to wear bikini because there are only a few people in the resort aside from the staff. I think most of the guest are still sleeping or already went home so it almost looked like my private resort lol<br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;">Breakdown of Expenses:</b><br />
Bus to Lucena Bus Terminal: Php 210.00<br />
Lucena Bus Terminal to Mauban Public Market: Php 50.00<br />
Tricycle from Mauban Market to Port: Php 10.00<br />
Environmental Fee: Php 50.00<br />
Boat Fare from Mauban Port to Cagbalete: Php 50.00<br />
Entrance Fee in Villa Cleofas: Php 50.00<br />
Tent Fee (Overnight): Php 250.00<br />
Boat from Cagbalete to Mauban Port: Php 50.00<br />
Tricycle going to Jac Liner Terminal: Php 10.00<br />
Bus from Mauban to Buendia (Manila): Php 270.00<br />
<b>Total: Php 1,000.00</b><br />
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<b>Tip: </b>You can bring you own food in the island because once you got there, almost everything are twice the price. Well since I was travelling alone, I just brought basic food (bread, snacks & never ever forget water). I was telling myself that I'm on a diet anyway so I don’t have to eat much lol. But I got hungry that night & ended up ordering one cup of rice & century tuna canned goods which already cost me Php 100.00. So much for dieting haha</div>
mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-83645934800863764412016-12-03T23:09:00.001+08:002016-12-15T10:41:56.154+08:00Hong Kong (On the spot itinerary)And you would have thought that I made any preparation in Hong Kong compared to Macau since HK is obviously bigger, I didn't lol! Well except for our accommodation which is the first thing that I always secure. I'm not that reckless yet hehe So this feels like I have a big exam tomorrow and I just study the night before. But before any one of you start panicking, Hong Kong is one of Asia's most tourist-friendly destination.<br />
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Getting around in Hong Kong is fairly simple. It is highly recommended to buy an Octopus card (HKD 150.00, the HKD 50.00 is a refundable deposit) which is a prepaid contactless debit card <span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">t</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525;">hat can be used to pay for almost all kinds of public transport, as well as for paying in convenience stores, supermarkets, many restaurant especially chains such as McDonald's, vending machines, museums, and many more. </span></span> Their Mass Transit Railway (MTR) is the fastest way to get around & almost all the famous attractions in Hong Kong are accessible through this so you really don't have to worry of getting lost.<br />
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If you are coming directly from Hong Kong airport, you can buy the Octopus card in the customer service section. Well since we are coming from Macau, we arrive in Hong Kong past 12 midnight. Note: We still have a spare Macau Pataca (Macau & Hong Kong have different currencies) that we thought was acceptable in Hong Kong since Macau accepts Hong Kong dollar but for some reason it doesn't work the other way around. Also MTR stations only operate until 1:00AM so we almost missed it.<br />
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You think our misfortune in Macau doesn't follow us here in Hong Kong, well things just gets worse. We are staying in the vey infamous Chung King Mansion and arrive here around 1:00AM (puyatan po tlga kapag magtravel). We went inside the guesthouse where we have a confirmed online booking & was welcomed by an angry owner. He was angry on why we didn't informed him that we are arriving late & he already cancelled our booking. Just like that, cancelled the 4 nights we already paid for. To cut the long story short (after protest & arguements in 1:00AM mind you), we were left with no option but to leave. Saklap dba?? I was like "Where are we going to sleep, on the street?" Good thing though the Indian guy who works to other guest house offer to help us that he knows someone who still have a vacant room at this time of the night. So we got transferred to another guesthouse & obviously have to pay again. It still hurts when I'm writing this you know lels.<br />
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I've been to a lot of backpacker's & budget hotel before but this has totally taken me by surprise. (1) The first thing you will notice here is the crowd of guys outside the building offering you rooms (just ignore them if you've already booked a room). I've read in some blogs that its actually cheaper if you just walk-in here without reservation compared to booking online because you can haggle & see the room for yourself. (2) The building is 17 storeys tall & consist of five blocks, A, B, C, D & E. You should be particular on what blocks you are since there are also five different elevator serving each block. (3) Once you get inside the building, there are various stalls available from mini shops selhling foods, cellphones, clothes, money changer & almost everything you can think of. (4) You're going to be amazed on the different nationalities you can see here. It's like a mini version of International airport. (5) There are various guesthouse inside the building with different owners. Some have good reviews, some don't, some exaggerated, some outdated, but mostly true. We stayed in Nagaland Guesthouse. For some reason the owner was overly accommodating to us but I think he's extra nice to all his Filipino guest. Click the link here for more info about the guesthouse <a href="http://www.booking.com/hotel/hk/nagaland-guest-house.en-gb.html?aid=318615;label=Low_CPA_English_EN_PH_21461904745-334IA_U6TbSn8RjJD9ynyAS84779122465%3Apl%3Ata%3Ap1%3Ap2%3Aac%3Aap2t1%3Aneg;sid=82d92b9a895a3d787ab3e92944998d83;dest_id=-1353149;dest_type=city;dist=0;room1=A%2CA;sb_price_type=total;srfid=094c4c651243af35573e5def565b18d652c59b98X1;type=total;ucfs=1&." target="_blank">Booking.com</a> Personally, the place wasn't all that bad. You kind of get used to it, just get through all the madness downstairs & you will be alright. I think the biggest surprise would be how small the rooms are compared in the photos. We were given a room good for 3 person & it's still wasn't big enough than I'm used to. Well this kind of set-up is common in Hong Kong because the rent here is very expensive & beggars can't be choosers anyway. Location wise though, Chung King Mansion is just a stone-throw away from Tsim Sha Tsui station, bus station going to the airport & ferry going to Macau & China.<br />
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I could write a book about this place but there was one who did already, <a href="http://guilhermesolari.com/review-ghetto-at-the-center-of-the-world-by-gordon-mathews/" target="_blank">http://guilhermesolari.com/review-ghetto-at-the-center-of-the-world-by-gordon-mathews/</a> so I conceded lol. Do I recommend staying in this place? It can go both ways. If you are adventurous & have a tight budget, then this place is for you. If you are claustrophobic or have a bigger budget, then better stay in a fancy hotel.<br />
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<b>How to go to Disneyland:</b><br />
Since this is the most popular tourist attraction in Hong Kong, we just follow the signs located inside the MTR station haha From Tung Chung MTR line, get off at the Sunny Bay Interchange. Just across is the Disneyland Resort Train or the famous "Mickey Mouse" train.<br />
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<b>How to go to Ocean Park:</b></div>
Take the MTR from Tsim Sha Tsui station to Admiralty. Once there, find the bus station located at Exit B and get on to Citybus Route 629.<br />
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<li>Ride the MTR Station from
Tsim Sha Tsui and get off at Lai King Interchange</li>
<li><span style="color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;">Just across is the Tung
Chung Line & alight at Tung Chung Station</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;">Exit at Exit B</span></li>
<li>You are on the right
track when you see the City Gate Outlet Mall, beside it on the left side is the
entrance going to the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Ride</li>
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Below here is my sample itinerary. As you can see, this is just a throwback travel post because I wasn't really planning on making a blog until last month. Well if not now, when? haha So forgive me if I can't give the exact breakdown of all our expenses but I think the rough estimate was about Php 20,000.00 (HK & Macau) all-in for 5 days & 4 nights.<br />
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Check-in at Nagaland Guesthouse (HK 200.00/night)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Breakfast in Jollibee Central Station (opo may Jollibee sa HK lels)<o:p></o:p></div>
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ETD from Disneyland to Guesthouse</div>
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ETD going to Ocean Park<br />
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Shopping in Mong Kok<br />
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Avenue of Stars, Victoria Harbour (located in Tsim Sha Tsui)</div>
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<br />mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-76482038717005774952016-11-24T09:49:00.000+08:002016-12-12T15:24:31.904+08:00Macau (On the spot itinerary)Yes you read that right. This is probably my most unprepared trip which also happen to be out-of-the-country that I ever did in my life. Normally I am already done with my itinerary days/weeks before the scheduled travel date but this is a first. Maybe because I have a back-to-back-to-back travels before this trip & then my working schedule was so loaded that I totally lost track of time. Well I already read a lot of blogs to give me an idea which places to go to & Macau is just small, you can finished touring the city for one whole day so no need to worry lol! If this is your first trip abroad, don't ever come unprepared just like what I did because it pays to have a detailed itinerary and it certainly will save you more time & money. Another challenge was that I cannot seem to find in the internet or blogs where they take Macau as their first stop then cross border to Hong Kong. Its always Hong Kong-Macau or just a day trip to Macau then back again to Hong Kong. So I guess I always make an unusual route & hopefully I could help you with this itinerary if you ever found yourself in the same situation😊<br />
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This trip will be divided into 2 part post because as you all know, Macau & Hong Kong goes hand in hand together since they are just an hour away from each other. The moment we landed in Macau International Airport was already a disaster because (1) our plane was delayed for 2 hours (2) we were supposed to take the free shuttle (all the five star hotel in Macau offered this kind of arrangement to attract more guest/tourist even if you're not their own guest. In short it is open for everyone so try to avail this) that will take us near our hotel but it was already past midnight when we arrived & the free shuttle are only available before midnight so we were advised to take the bus instead which is the cheapest way to go. (3) We met 2 OFW while waiting for the bus in the airport that offered to help us get to our hotel because they claimed that it was also in the 'same way' to where they are staying. It turns out it wasn't. We ended up walking for almost an hour along with our noisy & heavy luggage in the middle of the night, striding along the uphill & downhill slope that Macau street was known for. I.cant.even.. Makaiyak just remembering haha It was more of Ate gurrl's route mind you because she was like "I'm already here, don't cross the street & go right" Ok, so we were left on our own. I don't even have the energy to argue because I was thirsty & hungry & tired & we should have just taken the taxi from the beginning. So how did we survive the night? Well, the best solution was to ask around. It took us 3 to 5 tries to ask the local because only a few can understand English. There's still hope for human kind after all or perhaps we looked so exhausted that the locals took pity of us haha<br />
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Finally made it to our hotel! Our room feels like heaven after all the challenges that we experienced. I was quite surprised with how big our room was. It looks like a family room that can fit for 10 persons when I just booked a standard room good for 2. I think the Reception guy just chose whatever key was available or he must have been very sleepy since its already past 1:00AM but we are not complaining though & we were only staying for less than 8 hours so ibigay nyo na toh haha Whether we got upgraded or not, I highly recommend their hotel because it's just walking distance to St. Paul Ruins & Senado Square. I booked through <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6606&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Agoda</a> or click the link here for more details about Town Well Hotel <a href="https://www.agoda.com/towns-well-hotel/hotel/macau-mo.html">https://www.agoda.com/towns-well-hotel/hotel/macau-mo.html </a> Take note that prices of hotel in Macau is more expensive compared to Hong Kong. I think the cheapest that I've seen in the net is from Php 2,000+ per night so if you are on a tight budget, you can visit Macau for day tour.<br />
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Below's my itinerary for a day tour in Macau. For the cost, I think we spend around Php 3,000.00+ (the hotel & ferry ticket going to Hong Kong takes most of the budget) all-in which I think was reasonable enough since we save a lot in the transporation cost (thanks to all the free shuttle!)</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">At first I didn't really know that this 3 island are possible in only 3 days. It was a choice between Kalanggaman or Bantayan island but after googling (not to mention salivating) them separately, I stumble upon some blogs that both of this paradise are on the northern part of cebu & yes they are accessible by land with only a few hours apart. Of course being the wanderlust, I decided to go to this two islands no matter what..since I cant choose between them anyway, why not both?haha </span></div>
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So what am I doing in Malapascua? This island will serve as a starting point since we are taking the route of Malapascua-Kalanggaman-Malapascua-Bantayan island. I think most blogs did the Bantayan-Malapascua-Kalanggaman-Malapascua, I just did it the other way around because we want Bantayan to be our last stop. </div>
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Upon arrival in Malapascua, a lot of local/guide will offer Kalanggaman day tour package (Php 800.00/head) with lunch included so no need to make a reservation. We arrive around 8 in the morning & went straight to Little Mermaid Dive Resort (good thing they allowed us to check-in early, well a little reluctantly) to take a quick bath since the tour will start at 9:00 am.</div>
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Travel time from Malapascua to Kalanggaman was around 2 hours but trust me it was worth it once you see the island.</div>
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I have to say the water here is so much better compared to Bantayan or maybe because this island was remotely accessible to the crowd & not yet fully developed. I do hope they can maintain the cleanliness of this island & not become so commercialized. If you want to stay here overnight, make sure to bring your own tent because there are no accommodation available in the island. Better yet inform the guide so they will know what time they will pick you up by the morning.</div>
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We stayed in Little Mermaid Dive Resort but I'm not sure if they have their own website. I just booked under <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6324&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Booking.com</a> or you can also try <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=4275&awinaffid=306405&clickref=&p=" target="_blank">Agoda</a> for various hotels located in Malapascua. We never get the chance to explore Malapascua though because of time constraints but I heard the place is a good diving spot & almost all the hotels offer diving lesson. So if you have free time, do explore this place because it certainly have a lot to offer.</div>
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Prior to this trip, I had a hard time choosing on our accommodation since there are a lot of nice hotels/beach front scattered in the island. Normally I don't mind roughing it up but since we are only staying overnight, might as well made the most of it & decided to stay in Kota Beach Resort. You can check & book directly in their website. Click the link here for more info <a href="http://www.kotabeachresort.com/abeautifulsetting-1/">http://www.kotabeachresort.com/abeautifulsetting-1/</a> My only complaints in their resort was that they have a slow service to all their guest, check-in time was supposed to be 2:00PM but we were allowed inside our room at around 3:00PM since they are short-staffed. They did upgrade our room though to compensate us for the inconvenience so it was all good.</div>
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Trivia: If you watch the movie <i>Camp Sawi, </i>this is where the cast stayed & filmed most of the scenes. Well it does look like I just stepped out of the movie.</div>
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Here's my itinerary for 4Days/3Nights last Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2016. Take note that this is still without airfare, food & souvenir/pasalubong. </div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
9:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
11:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
3:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
5:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 246.55pt;" valign="top" width="329"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Maya Port to Malapascua<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Est. travel time 30-40 min.)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Boat (small) ride transfer to Big Boat<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Big Boat to Malapascua<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Malapascua<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Early check-in Little Mermaid Dive Resort-Php1,400.00/night)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETD Malapascua going to Kalanggaman<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Day Tour Package w/ lunch)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA Kalanggaman Island<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Entrance Fee)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETD from Kalanggaman to Malapascua<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Arrival in Mapascua<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
***Free Time***<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 116.55pt;" valign="top" width="155"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 700.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 800.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 150.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 58.15pt;" valign="top" width="78"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Oct. 31<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 46.25pt;" valign="top" width="62"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
7:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
8:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
10:30AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
11:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
12:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
2:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 246.55pt;" valign="top" width="329"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETD from Malapascua to Maya Port<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Est. travel time 30-40 min.)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Big Boat to Maya Port<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Boat (small) ride transfer<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Maya Port-Ride bus/jeep going to Bogo Public Market/Don Pedro<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Est. travel time 1.5hrs)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Ride a tricycle from Bogo Public Market to Hagnaya Port (Est. travel
time 20 min.)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Hagnaya Port-Boat going to Bantayan Island/Sta. Fe Port<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Est. travel time 1hr)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Bantayan Island<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Free Shuttle from Sta. Fe Port)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
***Check-in at Kota Beach Resort***<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Php 1,540.00/night)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Explore Bantayan Island<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
(Snorkeling, Biking, Tricycle tour)<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 116.55pt;" valign="top" width="155"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 100.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 80.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 20.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 180.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 770.00<o:p></o:p></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
<br /></div>
<div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 350.00<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="border-top: none; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 58.15pt;" valign="top" width="78"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Nov. 1<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 46.25pt;" valign="top" width="62"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
8:00AM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
1:30PM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
3:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
8:00PM<o:p></o:p></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 246.55pt;" valign="top" width="329"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Island Hopping (Php 800.00 for the whole boat)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Check-out (Free Shuttle to Sta. Fe Port)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
Boat from Sta. Fe Port to Hagnaya Port<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Hagnaya Port-Ride bus going back to Cebu City (Est. travel
time 4hrs)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
ETA in Cebu City (Taxi from Terminal to Cebu airport)<o:p></o:p></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<b>TOTAL<o:p></o:p></b></div>
</td>
<td style="border-bottom: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-left: none; border-right: solid windowtext 1.0pt; border-top: none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-left-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-border-top-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; width: 116.55pt;" valign="top" width="155"><div align="right" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: right;">
Php 400.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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Php 180.00<o:p></o:p></div>
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mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4403304040904669084.post-55893180118272048402014-08-03T11:40:00.000+08:002014-08-03T11:40:05.985+08:00So here it is. Finally I have a courage to put up a blog. Actually I already have, multiple times of creating an account that starts and ends with just <i>that, </i>no entry whatsoever because maybe there wasn't really interesting to post.....until now that I finally found my passion, my addiction, my impulsiveness, the one that keeps me going---or working and that is... <b>to wander and travel the world. </b>It's a shame that I only come across the word '<i>wanderlust' </i>just recently.<i> </i>Thanks to the world of Internet, Wi-fi, Instagram, Facebook, K-dramas, the list goes on..that I rarely read any decent novel anymore. Don't get me wrong, I still love books. In fact that will be another blog entry explaining some part of me. Chos! haha..So <i>Traveling</i> is now the top of my list. Who doesn't likes to travel anyway??(hmmm maybe just the packing & unpacking part..haha)..basically this blog is all about my travels,maybe some foods and books review (if i have time!), just to keep all those memories & treasures intact coz fb is too mainstream,haha and hopefully to inspire & help with that impending questions of "how-to-go-there?" & "how-much-is-the-budget?". Enjoy guys!:))mimztraveldiarieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17190539864291486318noreply@blogger.com1