3 things I learned from being an expat

Moving to the Philippines and becoming an expat changed my life. Here’s how moving to a foreign country changed my perspective on life.

Modessa Island, Palawan

I think I have found it, I think I have actually found paradise. Pale turquoise water glistens like gemstones, it is perfectly calm and the sand soft like baby powder. This is heaven. This is Modessa Island.

Hulugan Falls, Laguna

Hulugan Falls is by far our favourite waterfall in Laguna. The drive is a little long so leave early. Pack a picnic, your swimmers and be prepared for a short but reasonably challenging hike, and get down there. The kids loved it, managed the rocky climb with ease and now they keep asking to go back. You get to drink cool clean water straight off the mountain! Seriously why are you waiting?

Tablas Island

Tablas Island is the largest island in the province of Romblon here in the Philippines, and another ‘waiting to be discovered’ jewel in this area. What you will find when you get there are white sand beaches with crystal clear turquoise waters. It is gorgeous.

Domestic Bliss

I felt excited to regain control of my domain for a short time. Back to managing my entire world on my own, just the way I used to. I was quietly smug…until reality set in.

When Holidays go Wrong

Sometimes things just don’t go to plan when you go on holidays. What then? You can cry in a corner, that is therapeutic, or you can just go to ‘Plan B’ and figure it out. Our time at Hong Kong Disneyland was certainly an experience.

Food Park Fun at The Yard Underground, Pasig

Have you tried hanging at a food park? Well, maybe you should give it a try. Casual dining, a range of cuisines, chilled out and relaxed. We went to The Yard Underground in Pasig the other week. It was a pretty good night out.

SaltyBug’s Guide to Perth, Western Australia

On our recent trip back to Perth, Western Australia I decided to play tourist. I wanted to discover and rediscover what my city has to offer. Here is SaltyBug’s Guide to Perth.

Looking for a Weekend Jaunt? Check out Cubao

If you are looking for a day trip that is close to home, perhaps check out Cubao. There are some pretty cool places to find. My pick is the Cubao Expo where you can rummage through vintage and second hand shops to find treasure.

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