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What’s new in Capiz?

La Casita Resort, Pawa I recently spent a few months in Capiz and found these lovely places which have one thing in common: ambiance. Whether its the style, the light, the cozy vibe, or the relaxed mood, these places offer a je ne sais quoi  charm that will make you smile. If you’re looking to disconnect from the humdrum of daily life or to get away from the incessant noise of modern day living, look no farther than La Casita in Pawa. Less than an hour from Roxas City yet miles away from the madding crowd, you’ll find peace and relaxation by the sea. With its enchanting thatched roof cottages and Hobbit style circular doors, you’re immediately transported to a different world. They also have tents if you prefer glamping on the seashore. Check out this link for more information about La Casita:  https://www.lacasitabeachresort.com/# La Casita Restaurant and Bar This temple of bamboo definitely gives tropical vibes as well as views of the casitas and koi pond. The restaurant ser...
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Transnistria - the country that isn’t

Nuvo Restaurant and Club We arrived early on a grey morning in Tiraspol after a short ride from Chișinău. It was the first week of March and quite chilly. We were lucky to have found a parking spot in front of Catherine’s Park, an easy walk to the Memorial to Glory where quite a few people were gathered in celebration. We excitedly walked over to observe the festivities and stood on the sidewalk where other people were standing as well. Just then we were approached by uniformed men who asked us to move. We walked towards Catherine's Park where we continued to watch the celebration. Again, we were asked to move away. I felt they didn't want us there at all so I decided to leave and go to the Nuvo at the park to warm up with a cup of tea. We could still watch the festivities from the comfort of the café without stressing out about being asked to go away. Nuvo Restaurant and Club The Nuvo is a beautiful restaurant and that early in the morning, it was nearly empty. We sat and enjo...

Unexpectedly Honolulu

  Waikiki and Diamond Head Aloha! Sometimes there are hidden treasures in adverse situations. We just have to move past the inconveniences and sacrifices we have taken. This is how I unexpectedly found myself in Honolulu. After missed flights in Tokyo (I was flying on standby), I finally got a seat to return to the US and my flight home was through Honolulu. I was relieved when I finally got a seat on a flight home through Honolulu.  It wasn’t ideal in terms of finding a flight to the mainland as a standby as this is quite a popular destination. Secondly, the hotels are expensive, at least to me. But I found I could use my IHG points to lower the cost of a hotel room on Kuhio, near Waikiki. So I decided to stay overnight and get a good rest after the stress of the last couple of days.  Food Truck Station on Kalakaua After a long and refreshing nap, I walked to the food truck park that a hotel employee had recommended to me earlier. It wasn’t easy to decide what to eat ...

Essaouira: White, blue and wind-swept

Essaouira Fishing Port The drive to Essaouira stretched for miles along a well paved highway. I struggled to stay awake after an early morning start. And  I was determined not to miss the tree climbing goats along the highway. Alas I didn’t see a single one and I found out later why. The government had stopped this practice of propping these goats up on trees for photo opportunities. So onward we went until we arrived at the argan oil shop which frankly was a huge relief for me. Watching the women demonstrate how argan oil is extracted from seeds was fascinating and I got to taste it with delicious local bread. Fresh catch at the port When we arrived at Essaouira Beach, I met my guide who took me around the peaceful harbor and medina. We walked for an hour as the guide narrated the history of Essaouira. We started at the harbor and checked out the famous blue boats that deliver seafood in the morning. We got there in time to see the catch of the day. The white boats are for comm...