Dark rocky walls towering amid lush greenery, emerging from crystal-clear waters of intense blue, dotted with beaches of the whitest sand… I’ve heard, and even used myself, the word “Paradise” to describe a delightful place, but I believe I’m not exaggerating when I say that among all the “Paradises,” El Nido is the “Most Paradise-like [...] L'articolo Discover El Nido, the Paradise of the Philippines proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

With its 117 temples scattered amidst majestic trees and forests, Koyasan stands as the spiritual nucleus of Japan. Here, approximately 700 monks reside, following the tenets of Shingon Buddhism, which finds its epicenter in Koyasan, the pulsating heart from which everything originated. In 805 AD, the monk Kukai (later known as Kobo Daishi) arrived in [...] L'articolo Koyasan: exploring Japan’s Spiritual Heart proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

Shukubo, Temple Lodging. Overnight in a temple has been a common practice in Japan since ancient times, when temples scattered in the Japanese mountains would open their doors to pilgrims traveling to major temples and shrines, seeking blessings, protection, and good fortune. Today, Shukubo welcomes travelers who visit these places, not necessarily embarking on a [...] L'articolo Temple stay in Japan proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

When visiting a country, there’s often a desire to grasp its essence and immerse oneself in local traditions. Observing people, their mannerisms, and seizing every opportunity to ask questions become second nature. One of the finest ways to truly delve into a local culture is by partaking in a typical cultural experience of the country. [...] L'articolo 5 cultural uncommon experiences to try in Tokyo proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

Embarking on the journey to the Underground River of Palawan was, without a doubt, one of the most emotional experiences of my life. A must-visit destination and a highly recommended stop on any Philippines itinerary that includes Palawan—the world’s most beautiful island of the world. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of [...] L'articolo The Underground River of Palawan: Natural Wonder in the Philippines proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

When you hear “Sumida,” the iconic river of Tokyo often comes to mind—the river where trade flourished and the legendary Kannon statue was fished out, giving birth to Sensoji, Tokyo’s oldest and most famous temple. However, Sumida is not just about the river; it’s the name of the entire ward that stretches along the eastern [...] L'articolo Exploring Sumida Ward: not only Tokyo Skytree and Sumo! proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

Mount Fuji with its 3,776 meters high, is the symbol of Japan, not only for tourists, but also for the Japanese: it’s the sacred place where the Kami of Princess Konohanasakuya resides, and climbing Mount Fuji is one of the experiences that should be done in life. It’s a relatively simple climb, which can be [...] L'articolo Climbing Mount Fuji: my experience and useful information proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

The beginning of 2024 didn’t unfold on an auspicious note in Japan, marked by the devastating earthquake that struck Noto Peninsula on January 1. This beautiful region, located north of Kanazawa, had been part of my itinerary the previous year during a 4-day journey intertwined with this city. Unfortunately, the current situation remains quite dire, [...] L'articolo From Kanazawa to the gems of Noto Peninsula proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

El Nido is undeniably one of the most beautiful places in the world, making it unthinkable to explore the Philippines without spending at least a couple of nights here. In my one-week itinerary in Palawan, I spent four nights to El Nido—three in the “classic” area and one on the enchanting Darocotan Island, where I [...] L'articolo Where to stay at El Nido – a unique experience! proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more

Every now and then, when I need a morale boost or just want to distract myself, I start playing with Google Flights or Skyscanner to dream about my next trips. Sometimes, I come across interesting fares to destinations I had never seriously considered before. And that’s how my discovery of the Philippines began: with a [...] L'articolo Travel to Philipines: my itinerary in Palawan proviene da WarmCheapTrips ..read more