I can't believe I was enjoying the tropical weather and beautiful sunshine in Bicol nearly a year ago...time flies so fast! It felt just like yesterday when I was close to the Mayon Volcano and eating fresh coconut straight from a tree. If you've seen my other posts about Bicol, then you'll know how much fun I had while exploring new places in my motherland! It's those moments from my trip that are absolutely priceless. I keep revisiting Bicol, not just because it's where my parents grew up ...
What I Wore in LA: Winter Lookbook
This blog post contains affiliate links that may earn me a small commission when making a purchase. All earnings go towards supporting my blog. Thank you! Each trip brings me new lessons, and Los Angeles definitely taught me a thing or two about style. If you know me personally, you know how much I adore laidback Cali fashion. However, my wardrobe couldn't exactly achieve that style when I was visiting LA during the winter. So, I had to discover what else I could wear while I was visiting the ...
The Prettiest Spots to See in Bicol, Philippines
After revisiting Bicol for decades, I can honestly say that the province of where my parents grew up in has been a second home to me. So many parts of this place brought me so much sentiment. I'll never forget the childhood memories of when I was in Bonga - chasing after baby ducks, fetching a pail of water, and catching fireflies during dusk. These untold stories of my summers were unheard of when I retold them back in my suburban hometown. Being a Filipino-American, this place has instilled in ...
Where I’ve Been in San Francisco: Travel Photo Diary
Here's a fun fact about me: I wanted to live in San Francisco ever since I was in college. I blame watching too many episodes of Full House and That's So Raven as a child for making me think of San Francisco as this dreamy, mysterious city. And judging from the travel shows and the Instagram photos I've seen, I felt so deeply connected to San Francisco all while never actually visiting it. My dream of visiting San Francisco in person finally came true last summer. And....that trip gave a new ...
What I Wore in Chicago, IL: Fall Travel Lookbook
This blog post contains affiliate links that may earn me a small commission when making a purchase. All earnings go towards supporting my blog. Thank you! So much could be said about the beauty of Chicago during the Fall season! Being from Houston, I loved experiencing the crisp air and changing leaves as I walked around downtown. I felt so lucky to be able to visit a seasonal city like Chicago. The city has such a unique vibe that it makes you want to explore - and for me, I knew I needed ...
Where I’ve Been in Los Angeles: Torrance, CA Travel Photo Diary
My trip was sponsored by Nomoon Travel. All opinions are my own. Visiting Los Angeles was my escape from the hustle back in Houston! I was happy to be hosted by Nomoon Travel and really explore The South Bay! After traveling to Los Angeles for so many years, I've always wanted to discover the local side of the city and enjoy the low-key moments of Los Angeles during the holiday season. This trip was exactly what I needed to ring in the spirit for Christmas! On my Instagram @reesarei, ...
