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Hayley Philippines

Cebu to Bohol Ferry Trip: Everything You Need To Know

Cebu to Bohol Ferry Trip: Everything You Need To Know

Spending a whole month in the Philippines has been one of the best experiences of our Southeast Asia adventure. Did you know that there are over 7,000 islands in the Philippines? Yes, 30 days in the Philippines is not long enough and there’s still so much of it that we want to explore. Two of the most popular and easily accessible islands are Cebu and Bohol. Typically, you can fly into Cebu City from Manila and then make your way over to Bohol via a ferry. I will cover everything that you need to know about the Cebu to Bohol ferry trip. Continue reading “Cebu to Bohol Ferry Trip: Everything You Need To Know”

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Hayley Philippines

Panglao Beaches: 3 Best Sandy beaches on Panglao Island

Panglao Beaches: 3 Best Sandy beaches on Panglao Island

Situated in the Central Visayas region of the Visayas island group, Panglao island was our first stop on our Philippines adventure, and I fell in love instantly. Its beautiful white sand beaches and world-class diving sites make Panglao a popular tourist destination. Featuring lush green palm trees, soft white sand, and the clearest, bluest waters that I’ve ever seen, the Panglao beaches stole a piece of my heart. Continue reading “Panglao Beaches: 3 Best Sandy beaches on Panglao Island”

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Hayley Vietnam

Is Bai Tho Mountain Closed? How To Get Breathtaking views of Halong Bay

Is Bai Tho Mountain Closed? How To Get Breathtaking views of Halong Bay

For what is possibly the most beautiful view of Halong Bay, you will need to climb Bai Tho mountain. Most tourists who visit Halong Bay head directly from Hanoi to their cruise and see very little, if any of the mainland. It’s a real pity because Halong City has a lot to offer visitors – including some phenomenal views from the “Instafamous” Poem/Bai Tho mountain. But is Bai Tho Mountain closed? Well, technically yes. But it’s still possible to do a Bai Tho mountain hike.

The poem Mountain Viewpoint of Halong Bay has become famous on Instagram and for very good reason. If you’ve seen beautiful photos of Halong Bay that have inspired you to visit the area, it’s likely views from Bai Tho mountain. While the Bay cruises are definitely the highlight here, I also want to encourage you to stop off on the mainland. Continue reading “Is Bai Tho Mountain Closed? How To Get Breathtaking views of Halong Bay”

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Hayley Indonesia

Ubud Swings | Top 6 Things to Know About the Bali Swings

Ubud Swings | Top 6 Things to Know About the Bali Swings

The Bali swing has become a huge phenomenon thanks to Instagram. Ever since first seeing those “insta-famous” photos of travellers swinging over the rice fields and lush jungles of Bali, I’ve wanted to experience it for myself. The original and best are the Ubud swings, which are sure to awaken your inner child.

These days, an authentic Bali experience won’t be complete without visiting one of the epic Bali swings. The most popular is the Bali Swing, Bongkasa Pertiwi – known as Bali Swing Ubud to travellers. Continue reading “Ubud Swings | Top 6 Things to Know About the Bali Swings”

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Hayley Love and Light

🎮 My Favorite Daily Puzzle Games List

My Favorite Daily Puzzle Games List

If you’re anything like me, your daily routine isn’t complete without a brain-boosting dose of word and trivia games. Whether it’s challenging your vocabulary with Wordle, Spelling Bee, or Phrazle, testing your geography skills with Worldle, or recognizing tunes from just a few seconds of audio in Heardle or Songless, these games offer a perfect mix of fun and mental stimulation. For even more variety, puzzle lovers can dive into the double-word challenge of Dordle. Here’s my curated list of must-play games you can enjoy every day. Continue reading “🎮 My Favorite Daily Puzzle Games List”

Hayley South Africa

A weekend at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve

A weekend at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve

Mabalingwe Nature Reserve is one of South Africa’s many breathtaking private game reserves and is located 38 km West of Bela Bela in Limpopo province. Covering more than 12,500 hectares of soft rolling hills, it’s home to 36 wildlife species, including some of the country’s most loved animals; hippos, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, sables, and hyenas. For bird lovers, there are more than 250 species of birds to be spotted. Continue reading “A weekend at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve”

Hayley Thailand

5 Best Things To Do In Phuket Old Town

Things To Do In Phuket Old Town

Phuket – a rainforested, mountainous island of the Andaman Sea, home to some of Thailand’s most popular beaches. Well, that’s the way it’s described on the official Phuket website. And let’s face it, that’s what most of us have in mind when we think of Phuket. An exotic, albeit “touristy” paradise home to many high-end seaside resorts, restaurants, and spas. But on our recent trip, we discovered Phuket Old Town and it was incredible. So I thought I would share with you all the five best things to do in Phuket Old Town. Continue reading “5 Best Things To Do In Phuket Old Town”

Hayley Thailand

Wine Tasting at Silverlake Vineyard Pattaya, Thailand

Wine Tasting at Silverlake Vineyard Pattaya, Thailand

The Silverlake Vineyard Pattaya is hidden away in the beautiful mountainous areas in the countryside southeast of Pattaya. If you are looking for a place to escape from the city and like the idea of taking in some breathtaking views while sipping on some local wine, then Silverlake Vineyard is definitely the place to go. Continue reading “Wine Tasting at Silverlake Vineyard Pattaya, Thailand”

Hayley Indonesia

5 Best Things to do in Canggu (Bali)

Things to do in Canggu

Canggu is a coastal village in Bali, located between Seminyak and Tanah Lot. It’s quickly become one of the hottest destinations to visit in Bali, attracting young travellers, digital nomads, and surfers. But despite its growing popularity, Canggu has managed to maintain a laid-back and tropical island vibe. With so many cool things to do in Canggu, if you’re travelling to Bali, this beach town should definitely be on your itinerary. Continue reading “5 Best Things to do in Canggu (Bali)”

Hayley Indonesia

Broken Beach Nusa Penida | 5 Things To Know

Broken Beach Nusa Penida

Nusa Penida is the largest and most exotic of the three Nusa islands. It’s also arguably the most beautiful. For many years this gorgeous island was one of Bali’s best-kept secrets. But with the rapid rise that we’ve seen in “Influencers” over the last few years, places like this are becoming increasingly popular. All it takes is a few influencers to share their photos with hundreds of thousands of followers, and suddenly everyone wants to visit. Broken Beach Nusa Penida is one of the most popular places to visit on the island. Continue reading “Broken Beach Nusa Penida | 5 Things To Know”

Hayley Indonesia

Nusa Penida Trip | The Ultimate Guide

Nusa Penida

I’ve been dreaming about visiting Nusa Penida island for a long time. Nusa Penida is a small paradise off the coast of East Bali. It’s found next to Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan and is known for its rugged coastline, picturesque beaches, and jaw-dropping cliffs. Only a 40-minute boat ride from Bali, a lot of Penida island can be explored on a 2-day Nusa Penida trip. Continue reading “Nusa Penida Trip | The Ultimate Guide”

Hayley Philippines

Siquijor Itinerary: How To Explore The Island Of Fire

Siquijor Itinerary

An enchanting island of mystery, magic, and fireflies, Siquijor is one of the most underrated destinations in the Philippines. It’s a tiny island found in between (kind of) Cebu and Bohol. Siquijor is a lot less touristy than many of the other well-known islands of the Philippines – which is one of the reasons that we loved it so much. As part of this Siquijor itinerary, I wanted to share the magic of this charming island with you. Continue reading “Siquijor Itinerary: How To Explore The Island Of Fire”