21 Istanbul Travel Tips for First Timers

Turkey

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 15, 2019November 24, 20190

Istanbul, a dynamic city in the north-western Turkey, is a favorite destination to tourists. It is the home of many of the world’s grandest mosques and Ottoman Empire palaces that are now visited as museums. It is also known for its colorful textile and crafts, aromatic coffees, and tasty dishes

Best Things to Do in Dapitan for 2 Days

Zamboanga

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 13, 2019November 24, 20190

Most Filipinos learned about Dapitan through Philippine history. Though more regarded as the place where Gat Jose Rizal—the Philippine National Hero—was exiled, it now secured a special role in the colorful tapestry of the Filipino culture and tourism. Its name, Dapitan (which means “to invite”), signifies the welcoming vibe of the

Driving Through Georgia’s Death Road: The Abano Pass

Georgia

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 11, 2019November 24, 20190

The experience of going through the Abano Pass to reach Tusheti and back was probably the most nerve-wracking and adrenaline-pumping experience I had. I was praying half the time we were inside the 4wd vehicle hoping we don’t fall over the cliffs and have our memorial pictures on the side

Pawikan Festival 2019

Bataan

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 9, 2019December 11, 20190

The Pawikan Festival is an annual celebration of the endangered ‘pawikan’ or sea turtles. It’s usually held at the end of November up to the beginning of December in Morong, Bataan, but the festival itself garners the attention of the whole of Bataan. The date more or less coincides with

Ho Chi Minh City Travel Tips

Vietnam

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 9, 2019November 21, 20190

Travel Tips in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Ho Chi Minh City (formerly called Saigon, abbreviated as HCMC) may not be center of the country, but it holds the title of being the largest city in Vietnam. It has a land area of 2, 061 km2, which is nearly twice the

My Tipsy Tales Lambana Experience

Manila

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 6, 2019December 11, 20190

Us Filipinos, the ones those who we call 90s kids, grew up hearing stories about creatures that wreak havoc and terror into the night. We heard the most terrifying tales of Kapre, the cigar-smoking creature who kidnaps kids and our version of Bigfoot, the Nuno sa Punso, the tiny goblins

UK visa for Filipinos: How to Apply Tourist Visa

Travel Documents

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 6, 2019November 15, 20190

Your dream to United Kingdom is actually a lot simpler than it seems! Here’s an easy step-by-step guide for UK visa application for Filipinos 1. IDENTIFY THE VISA TYPE YOU NEED Prior to the actual application, it is very important to identify first what type of visa you’ll need to enter the United

Sinukwan Festival in Pampanga 2019

Pampanga

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 5, 2019December 11, 20190

San Fernando, Pampanga recently celebrated the Sinukwan Festival last November 23-30, 2019. It was held at Pampanga Capitol Grounds and at Robinsons Starmills. The weeklong festival is a long-standing tradition in Pampanga celebrating the Kapampangan spirit through its culture. It’s usually held year by year in late November or early

Where to See Christmas Lights in Manila 2019

Lifestyle

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 4, 2019December 4, 20190

Filipino Christmas is made exciting with the showcase of lights. Every year, we anticipate works of art portrayed in the bright and colorful lights along the streets and in at every corner. Most are chosen to distinguish themes, and some to ornament Christmas trees. But all serve a purpose—to bring

Best Places to Stay in Tbilisi, Georgia for all Budgets

Georgia

by Karlaroundtheworld - December 4, 2019November 10, 20190

Tbilisi is the largest city and capital of Georgia. The city has a lot of picturesque sights that any tourist will fall in love with.The whole city of Tbilisi is very instagrammable and it offers a lot of attractions that may take days to visit. To help you out in