La Union: San Juan
We feel like we really started our road trip here, in San Juan. Known for its surf, this is a popular beach for surfy types and backpackers. The sand is dark, warm and soothing, the water is wild and the sea breeze is gorgeous.
Quriocity – wonder for all ages
If you are looking for a place to while away your time, then visit Quriocity. This place will help you escape the day to day and let you encounter the extraordinary.
Excuse the mess…
There is that dream about expat life, that you are surrounded by domestic help and life is all gin and tonics, manicures and long lunches….well it might be for you, but it definitely isn’t for me. Well apart from the gin and tonic…life is still messy, literally and figuratively
The Central Markets Quiapo – No Baby Chickens Died for this Post…
We took a trip to the Central Markets in Quiapo – that’s old town. SB had a hankering to eat a deep fried day old baby chicken…thankfully we did not find any. We found heaps of other stuff though…
Pandin Lake & River Monsters – Just Kidding…
I was twitchy, we had to get out of town so we went back down to Laguna to visit the Seven Lakes of San Pablo. Okay, we only really saw 3 but it was a very awesome day and now I have stopped twitching…for now…
Home is Where the Heart Is
Life was simpler when we were home, when photographs of that life sneak up on me they take my breath away. It hurts remembering. Such is the nature of homesickness, and of the grief of letting go of the past.
The Pioneer Street Market
Last weekend we needed to get out of the house but just stay local. We decided to visit The Pioneer Street Market, a gorgeous intimate space filled to the brim with healthy, organic and very tasty food stalls and produce. Check it out!
Expat Survival Guide – Part 6 – A Bit About ‘Expat Guilt’
Expat guilt is a real thing. Guilt over leaving home, uprooting children and social inequity all find ways of seeping into our hearts and minds. Here are a few thoughts and strategies which may be helpful.
Pililla Wind Farm
I took the children to Pililla Wind Farm. Quiet refuge complete with fresh air and a cool breeze. Lovely.
China Town & Food – What’s Not to Love?
Food tours are such a brilliant way to learn about the history of an area. Last Adventure Saturday FB and I explored the food delights of China Town.