February 2012 ~ Inside My Backpack

Puerto Princesa Underground River and Jeju Island

Puerto Princesa Underground River of the Philippines and Jeju Island of Korea made it to the list of the new 7 wonders of nature.

St. Petersburg Youth International Economic Forum 2011

I could not believe it. Not until I finally saw my Russian Visa pasted on my passport. I mean, the news that I was going to Russia so suddenly came, I barely had the time to prepare for everything.

Meeting North Korean Defectors and Trip to 38th Parallel JSA

Soldiers there, both from the North and the South were really on alert of any possible conflict. It is sad, they had to be suspicious of each other when they should be defending the same nation, the same people.

Viewing the Philippines in a Different Light

"...many Filipinos and foreign visitors are starting to discover that while the Philippines does have many problems, it also has so many amazing experiences to offer if you’re willing to seek them out."

Busan: Sea, Sun and Fun

Busan, with 4 million people and being the busiest port in Korea, is a special metropolitan city. Busan is home to the World's largest department store, the Shinsegae, located in Haeundae District.

20120228

Japan 2012 Preview: Osaka Skyline at Night

2:33 AM JEPOI 11 comments

February 28, 2012

Japan was my destination at the beginning of this year. I went there for some days of budget traveling and had myself an amazing, awe-inspiring cultural experience!Anyway, I'll blog about Japan next time! :( I am in my last 6 months of my Master's studies so I have to focus on my last remaining courses and my thesis. Here are some photos I took on top of Sky Building in Umeda, Osaka, Japan: