I am Irone Kim Tolibao, a Filipino, who loves traveling and writing. I have been to many places in the Philippines and I’d love to share my adventures and experiences with other people. I established my travel blog to encourage and help people travel and guide them on how to reach the places I’ve been to. My blog is all about giving directions and information about different places. Blogging for me is like hitting two birds in one stone, my love for travel and writing.
Where are you based/located?
My travels are solely focused in the Philippines for now. Got to love my own country.
What first sparked your love for travel?
My first travel was when me and my girlfriend went to Baguio City. One of the most visited places in Philippines due to several tourist spost. I was still courting her during that time. Witnessing these marvellous man-made or natural wonders inspired me to visit more beautiful places.
What are some of your favorite countries to visit?
So long I’ve only been here to the Philippines. So I must say Philippines is my favorite country. It is also my birth place.
Are there any places you’d tell people to avoid?
There would be none. Telling people to avoid places is like telling them to miss an opportunity. Traveling is an adventure. The only thing I can do is warn them of my negative experiences in that place, but I will not stop them. I will let them know and avoid the mistakes I’ve made during my trip, but I will not hinder them to visit it.
What is your favourite memory that comes to mind when you think about your travels?
My favorite memory in all my travels is when I had a trip to Masbate Island. I encountered several misfortunes along the way like cancelled flight, cancelled island hopping, a storm, giant waves and so forth. Those unfortunate events happened in a single trip.
I was forced to change my itinerary and rerouted to Caramoan Island instead, which was totally out of plan. I have no contacts on that place, or any guide on what to do. I just held on to fate. Fortunately, everything went well. I found a decent guide, who I just met on a Church. He pretty much took care of everything. At the end of the trip, I discovered Caramoan Group of Islands was several times better than Masbate, and fate lead me there.
Any advice for new and aspiring travellers?
My best advice for new travellers is just to take the first big step. Most people don’t start traveling just because fear already takes them before they even started. People fear of getting lost, a cancelled trip, or a lack of money. This is part of the challenged. Once you experienced these challenges, you’ll know how to overcome them. Nothing can stop you now from traveling.
What destinations are on your bucket list?
I don’t have a bucket list. I just wander wherever my feet would take me. Every place is unique and special. Everywhere should be a bucket list.
Do you have any upcoming travel plans for 2017?
I do have several plans this 2017. It’s already scheduled since last year.
New Year I went to Sagada. I went trekking, spelunking and waterfall hopping.
February is island hopping to Palawan.
March is climb a mountain somewhere in the northern Philippines.
April is spelunking and waterfall hopping in Samar.
May is the festival month of the Philippines. I just haven’t decided which festival to visit yet.
June is to visit Leyte, my home province, to visit lakes and islands.
July is probably another mountain climbing.
August is tour around the province of Batanes.
September to December is yet to be finalized. I already have several places in mind.
Do you reasearch for your upcoming trips before visiting them?
Yes. I do research every time I want to visit somewhere. I good information and directions about the place is the first thing I take care of before heading out. Just to avoid getting lost, or spending too much.
What is your most favourite photograph that you have taken during your travels?
This has always been my favorite photograph. Me and my girl was in an Island Hopping in Guimaras, and a perfect rainbow appeared to us. Such an amazing sight to behold.
Which airline do you prefer to fly with?
I prefer AirAsia and Cebu Pacific. The services for both airlines are the same.
Tell me your top travel quotes to inspire yourself or other travellers
“Travel with someone important to you. The stronger the connection, the greater the fun.”
“If you wish to travel far with a lesser cost of leaving home, then let your home travel with you.”
“You only have one life. Travel lets you live it a hundred times.”
“Every journey starts with a single step.”
“There are always good things at the end of every struggle. The higher the mountain, the better.”
“There is light at the end of the darkest cave.”
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