ASIA: Siem Reap, Cambodia

Siem Reap is known for the temples in Angkor, and according to UNESCO, it is considered as one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. The Angkor Wat Temple is one of the iconic tourist destinations in Cambodia. This scenic view will definitely astonish you especially during sunrise and sunset. Siem Reap has a lot of ancient sites that will surely love by the tourists who are into history and culture.

Travel Journal: How to apply for a Korean Tourist Visa?

Allen and I booked our flight to Seoul, South Korea before applying for a Korean Visa. I always check Cebu Pacific's website for seat sales. We booked our flight last March 2016, and applied for South Korean visa just this November 2016.

It is actually my 2nd time to go to Korea. The last time I went there was 4 years ago with my parents and my best friend, Tina (Pls also visit my blogger bff's site! Click here!). I am actually excited to go back because it is winter season! I have been looking forward for this trip! Allen and I will also be celebrating our 4th anniversary together as a pa-bebe couple. Haha.

PHILIPPINES: When in Ilo-Ilo 2015

Ilo-Ilo City is known as "The City of Love". Ilo-Ilo city is also the home of La Paz Batchoy, know for fresh seafods and old churches. 

PHILIPPINES: When in Guimaras 2015

Guimaras is famous for the export-quality sweet mangoes, its fine white sand at Alubihod, the picturesque view at the beach, and the Guisi Lighthouse.   

PHILIPPINES: When in Bacolod 2015

Bacolod City is known for "The City of Smiles". It is also the capital province of Negros Occidental. 

PHILIPPINES: Pahiyas Festival 2015

It is indeed a long over due blog. Nevertheless, I want to share the most colorful festival we experienced! 

PLACES TO VISIT IN OLD QUÉBEC

This is one of my favorite cities I've ever been to! Dreaming of going to France someday, this made me feel like being closer to my dream. Walking through the streets of Old Quebec hearing people talk Canadian French as their native language, seeing the old buildings designed back then when French civilization cradled them, enjoying the cold weather at night, it got me thinking "I don't want to ever leave this place" - this city stole my heart. 

We had a short stay in Old Quebec, and we made sure we would visit some of the famous tourist spots here. Old Quebec is the only walled city in North America. Yes, literally, this city has walls! Large stoned walls are built during the colonial days. These walls that surround the Old Quebec is declared a UNESCO world heritage site. Well, if you have walls you must have gates,  like the ones we see in the movies of Walt Disney. They also have kalesa which is a plus feels that I live back in the ages. 

Getting there:

We traveled from Montreal going to Old Quebec. The train ride is approximately 3 to 4 hours. It cost us $84 for an economy seat.

Book your tickets here! 

Where to stay:

Our place is located within the walls of Old Quebec, since we want every destination to be traveled by foot. We stayed at Hôtel Marie Rollet. This house was built during 1876,  and later on converted to a hotel. It was creepy at first because it is really old, but the interior of our room is very Victorian-ish which is okay.

PLACES THAT WE VISITED IN OLD QUEBEC

1. Fairmont Le Château Frotenac

2.  Basilique-Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Québec

3. Rue Du Petit-Champlain

The Rue Du Petit-Champlain (Petit-Champlain Street) is the oldest commercial street in North America. One stop place for shopping clothes, dining in, drinking beer, and touring around. If you want to eat rabbit meat, there is a restaurant where they cook rabbit meat. I didn't dare to go inside.

4. Place Royale

It is a small plaza in front of a small church. It is a chill place where you can rest after a walk at the Rue de Petit-Champlain. There are also cafes in the area.

5. Porte St-Louis

One of the gates of the fortified walls in Old Quebec. To the left is the entrance of La Citadelle de Québec. Exiting the gate is going to the Hôtel du Parlament.

6. La Citadelle de Queébec

La Citadelle de Québec is located at the top of Cap Diamond. It is the most important British fortress built in North America. This historical site served as the defensive system back in the old times.

OUTSIDE THE WALLS
Modern city awaits

7.  Palais Montecalm

8. Hôtel du Parlament

9. Dinner at Beffroi Steak House


Red wine + Steak = Perfect Combination!

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