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1/28/2023 5 Comments

LONDon perspective

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Corinthia Whitehall Place
Hi boys and girls, I am coming to you with a late post. You know that I haven't been blogging as often but I will be perfectly honest, I got tired of it. But in 2023, my blogging ideas are on full-drive. It's not a resolution, but more of a goal to post more this year.  Hope you enjoy these candid photos of me gallivanting in London. PS: this blog is not a travel blog anymore. It's now a lifestyle blog. I would be blogging more lifestyle related content this year. What do you guys want to see? skincare? events? wellness? food? product reviews? just comment below...  Click the link below called "Read More."

                                                                                             
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11/17/2022 1 Comment

LEO's shopping guide f/w 2022

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It's been awhile since I blogged and uploaded a new post!  I know, I know it's been a crazy three years. I have been hibernating during the pandemic and wanted to remain safe and healthy as much as possible.  I thought why not start blogging again!  As I mentioned before, this blog is not just a travel blog, at its core it is actually a lifestyle blog.  Today, I am blogging about Fall Winter Shopping Guide.  I will be sharing few pieces that are on my shopping list for this season and click the link for more. 
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5/22/2020 3 Comments

TWO DAYS IN SINGAPORE

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Singapore was a surreal experience.  Flying there from the US mainland was one of the longest flights I have ever taken. More than 18 hours of flying (and not including layovers) and I was only in Singapore for two days and three nights.  I’m laughing at myself for doing it.  Talk about spontaneous/adventurous and all other synonyms. I know, I know I’m slow in uploading posts...8 months later.  Click "Read More" link to see more photos.

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6/23/2019 7 Comments

PARISIEN POSTCARDS

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paris bridges ain't burnin
When I think about Paris, I visualize scooters, lights and harmonious sounds.  Additionally, tree lined boulevards and musical street performers. My Parisian sentiments I'm sure coincides with someone else's out there.  I've been to Paris before and every time I'm in Paris, I can't help but fall in love with it more.  There's no other place like it.  Some people may say it's over-rated, I say it's highly-rated.  I'll be sharing some photos that my friend and I took all around town.  This trip was back in April and I'm still daydreaming about the city of lights. Click Read More below for more. 

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4/12/2019 11 Comments

ABU DHABI MOSQUE

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Hello, I have a little surprise.  When I went to Dubai last year (back in November), I quietly journeyed to hot and humid, Abu Dhabi as well.  I've been excited to show you these photos (but I had to be quiet for a surprise blog content).  I finally paid a visit to the bucket list worthy, world-renowned Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and it was absolutely stunning! Click Read More to see morrrrrre 

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2/28/2019 9 Comments

SEE YA, SEATTLE

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Oh hello, Happy New Year.  For my first post of 2019, I'm serving you photos from my recent trip to Seattle. Recent, meaning last month lol. Seattle remains one of the prettiest cities I've seen in the U.S.  Of course, I took advantage of the good (but frigid) weather. One of my favorite jackets, is this teddy jacket but it wasn't completely helpful at all. I was freezing the whole time.  Here are the few photos that I decided to share-- It's not much.  Click Read More below to see extra photos! 

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12/25/2018 14 Comments

DUBAI THE MARVELOUS

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For thanksgiving last month, I quietly flew to Dubai and visited for the first time.  It was such a surreal experience.  I missed the Middle East since if you didn't already know, I spent my childhood years in that region after my parents found a job and we all moved there when I was a toddler. Anyway, being in Dubai brought back so many memories. Arabian food is one of my favorite foods and I think the people in Dubai are friendly, warm and respectful. It was a quick trip and I'm already thinking about my next Middle Eastern destination as I'm sat here in my office room.  Click Read More link below for the photo show :)

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11/2/2018 18 Comments

MEXICO CITY RACONTEUR

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mexico city glow
The past two weeks was difficult because I kept daydreaming about Mexico City.  Time flies indeed.  This city is so humongous, you're going to need over a week (or two) to explore all of it.  I'm going to do something different for this post. I'll be storytelling. Let me know if you like this post, i'll be doing it for my future posts if you guys like it.  Now, when I was in high school my art teacher was obsessed with Frida Kahlo and she mentioned to all her students that we must make sure to go visit her museum at least once in this lifetime--and I did. Now, I have to find her contact information and tell her! I don't know why it took so long for me to visit CDMX but nonetheless, I experienced it now. A lot of high-pitched laughters and food is a dangerous combination haha. 
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8/26/2018 19 Comments

WINDY CHICAGO VIBES

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I was in Chicago, the magnificent city up north two weeks ago.  They say it's more fun the second time around and yes, I found that to be true and believable.  On top of that, I was with friends that made the experience much more comfortable and enjoyable.   What was the weather you ask? Like NYC. It was breezy though warm and sunny-my post-lasik eyes couldn't handle it either.  I didn't take many photos so I hope you like these photos I had to serve (satisfactorily).  With all that said: click Read More link below to see more!  

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8/4/2018 13 Comments

NEW YORK CITY ANGEL

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sweat infused
New York City will always be number one in my heart.  Two weeks ago, I went there and I think that was my tenth time visiting THE concrete jungle. I’m telling you every time I visit there’s always something new but the feeling of being in the center of the universe never changes.  It’s arguably the best city in the world. I wanted to live there after university but sometimes things don’t go as planned.  However, I’m a few hours away (by plane) and I can always hop on a flight and savor the pollution. With all that being said, click the Read More link below for more New Yawwwk photos.

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6/30/2018 16 Comments

BOSTON CLAM CHOWDER

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Last weekend I visited Boston, Massachusetts! I've never been to Boston before and this was my chance to go visit. I didn't know it was chilly up there during this time of the year! What do I know about Boston?  Gisele-Tom and Ryan-Blake hah! But with all kidding aside, I think Boston is full of culture and thus, a different environment to explore.  I wish I had more time to traverse Beantown though. Click Read More link below to see more photos.   

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5/5/2018 19 Comments

ROME SWEET ROME

When I think about Rome, I think about the culture and the heaps amount of activities and sights to see.  Two weeks ago, I explored Rome with friends and apart from the ample amount of walking, we laughed and shared stories and there's no better way to do it than in the eternal city itself.  I hope these pictures turned out well. We tried to take many photos as much as possible while at the same time absorbing the roman environment.  I am excited to share with you finally! (I got several DMs on snapchat about when I will be uploading) Click Read More below for more photos.
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3/24/2018 15 Comments

ORLANDO CORNUCOPIA

Last weekend, I visited Orlando with my family.  You know what that means?  Disney World!  We only got to visit two theme parks:  Epcot and Magic Kingdom.  Apart from the miles and miles of walking, the weather took a toll on me.  It was hot! it's lethal!  Regardless, I was able to take photos for blog content.  Yay!  (I tried my best haha).  Click Read More below for morrrre photos.
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oh hello hot weather

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1/30/2018 10 Comments

TORONTO MANIFESTO

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rain rain go away

Toronto is beautiful and such a global city.  I run out of words to describe it, I want to say multi-ethnic, dynamic, diverse and has its own idiosyncrasies.  I have been in and out of Canada since last year and I just think that this country has so many things to offer.  A parka doesn’t cut it this time of the year, one should take the word “layering” important when visiting Toronto. Apart from the runny nose and hoarse voice effects, it was all worth it.  Click Read More below to see more photos.


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12/22/2017 12 Comments

AMSTERDAM LANDING

I flew to Amsterdam to experience winter wonderland because where I live, it is a rarity to experience the cold and get immersed in wintry vibes. Although, I love jackets and I continue to buy them otherwise. The purpose of this escapade is to take photos for the blog and it didn’t snow in Amsterdam when I was there but I think it was a blessing since it was extremely cold and raining. I've been back home and as my last post for 2017 and as a surprise I have posted more than the usual number of photos. Until next year earthlings!!

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10/23/2017 17 Comments

HI VANCOUVER BYE

  They say time flies when you are having fun. Yes indeed as I'm back home now.  Vancouver is one of those cities that you just want to keep visiting.  This was my second time and I enjoyed it regardless of the rain.  It was a quick trip since as many of you know, I always take short trips.  From traversing the wet and slippery streets and relentlessly eating delicious meals, sometimes a weekend trip is all you need to recharge, to get inspired and fall in love with the world even more.  Click the link to view more photos.
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9/5/2017 12 Comments

MONTREAL, IT'S BEEN REAL

This past weekend, I flew to Montréal to attend my cousin's wedding. Although, I won't be posting any wedding photos here, I promised to post travel photos.  This is my first time visiting this city and it has always been on top of my bucket list.  Yes, I managed to take a plethora of photos despite of being a quick trip (only two days for me).  Traveling exudes such a positive emotion for me, it always uplift my spirits and always ends up a transformative experience.  Click the link for more photos! 
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montréal suburbs

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6/30/2017 12 Comments

PORTRAITS OF REYKJAVIK

There was this sudden vertical increase of tourism in Iceland just in the past year alone.  In the past, I have never really considered to even visit this country, but after googling photos and reading multiple travel blogs, I decided that it will be one of my dream destinations.  It has that unique, small city charm, but has a big city feel to it.  I'm so glad that I visited Reykjavik (the capital city) and hopefully I can come back in the future to do more sightseeing. 
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first day arrival jetlag look

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4/24/2017 10 Comments

TOKYO SLUMBER PARTY

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For me, traveling is an inconspicuous collection of memories.  Every chance I get, I try to get out of my comfort zone and boy I did when I flew to Tokyo for a friendly reunion.  Such a dynamic city, unbelievably large and bustling for sure.  I was only there for three days but I tried to spend as much as I could with my friends from Manila, Philippines. The amount of photos I took was scary but as promised here's a few photos....Click the link for more photos. 

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2/1/2017 9 Comments

DUBLIN PHOTO BUFFET

I recently just got back from Dublin, Ireland.  I say it's my favorite country ever! Having to visit Ireland for the 6th time made me realize that this country will always have a special place in my heart.  Ireland was the very first European country I EVER visited.  Since Ireland is so special to me, I took so many photos (I've never taken so much photos in my life lol).  Here are just some that I'd like to share with you all... Click the link for more!
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candid photo and me looking obviously frozen

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    When I travel, I like to share the world through my eyes while capturing photos that will forever remain with me. I'm Leo by the way, U.S based wanderlust.

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