Fuji Q Highland Experience
Japanese technology is the best in the whole world. That’s why they also have Fuji Q Highland, it is one of the best amusement park with a lot of thrilling and record breaking roller coasters. If the weather also is good, Mt. Fuji can be seen from the park. Website: https://www.fujiq.jp/en/ Operating Hours: 9:00 AM – […]
Black Scoop Cafe, SM Dasmariñas Cavite
Black Scoop Cafe is now available in the south! The first branch in the south is located in SM Dasmariñas, Cavite. Black Scoop Cafe is one of the famous cafe that serves good coffee and milk tea. But aside from these, they also serve different drinks and dishes. So, Happy and Busy went to the […]
Sierra Lake House, Private Island in Laguna
Ever wonder if you can rent an island for your birthday, anniversary, or any occasion for an affordable rate? Sierra Lake House is here to fulfill your dreams. Sierra Lake house is a private island for rent in Cavinti, Laguna, just 3 hour away from Manila. If you want to go away from the hustle […]
Robot Restaurant Show, Tokyo, Japan
Japan is very well known for their advance technology and weirdly great entertainment. One way to enjoy it is to watch a show at the Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. So, we, Happy and Busy, together with our friends went to watch the famous show. Website: http://www.shinjuku-robot.com/pc/index.php?lng=en Address: 1-7-1 Kabukicho Shinjuku-ku Tokyo, Japan How to […]
Meet Hapsy, the Happy and Busy Travels Mascot
We have a new team member! Meet Hapsy! He is our newest mascot. He looks cute, isn’t he? Hapsy was born on December 1, 2017, which is also the start of our blog. He will be modeling for us whenever we are not ready for a photo 😆 Well… he looks really better than us 😜 We […]
Philippine Passport Application Guide
Have you ever wonder how do you apply for a new passport or renew your passport? Here is a quick Philippine Passport Guide. Quick Links How to renew or apply for a new passport? Processing Fee and turn around time New Passport and Renewal application requirements Courtesy Lane (Who are allowed to process […]
The Vegan Lodge’s Soft Opening – Yoga Session
The Vegan Lodge’s soft opening was held last November 3, 2019. Their soft opening started with a Yoga Session. So, my brother and I joined and experienced it. It was my 4th time doing yoga, and my brother’s first time. Before the Yoga Session Cups of hot tea were distributed before the Yoga Session […]
BMJ Shinjuku Okubo, Tokyo Japan
We had a chance to stay in BMJ Shinjuku Okubo during our stay in Tokyo, Japan. We chose to stay in BMJ Shinjuku Okubo because it has the perfect location. It is near convenient stores, Don Quiote, restaurants, train station, and other stores open for 24 hours. Contact Details of BMJ Shinjuku Okubo Email: [email protected] […]
Nagpatong Rock Formation, Tanay Rizal
Nagpatong Rock Formation in Tanay is the newest tourist destination in the province of Rizal. It just opened last 2017 to visitors, and recently it has become one of the famous rock formations. “Nagpatong” is a Filipino word from the root word “patong” which means layering. So Nagpatong Rock literally means layers of rocks placed […]
Zen Rooms Monteluce, Silang Cavite
Busy and I booked a loft room in Zen Rooms Monteluce, in Silang Cavite. Monteluce is just a few minutes away from Tagaytay. So, we have decided to stay here because Zen Rooms Monteluce is very affordable. Plus, we used the code HAPPYANDBUSY and we got 20% discount in our total bill! Where to […]
Ruins of St Paul’s, Macau – How to Avoid Photobombers?
How to get a photo in the Ruins of St Paul’s without all of the people in it? Getting a photo in any tourist spots is hard because there is a lot of people! Of course there is a lot of people because they also want to see the tourist spot and get their photos […]
Sabtang Island’s Lighthouse, Batanes
Sabtang Island’s Lighthouse is the closest tourist destination from the port. However, not everyone is allowed to go within the vicinity. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ Other Information Time Spent: 10 to 20 minutes Tips: You have to know a guest who stays in the inn so you can enter the vicinity. […]
Savidug Village, Sabtang, Batanes
Savidug Village is the nearest village from Sabtang Island’s port, that’s why this is usually the first stop of the tourists who are in the island for half a day. Like the other villages in the island, it also showcases the traditional stone houses. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ Other Information Time […]
Chamantad Tinyan Viewpoint
Chamantad Tinyan Viewpoint is one of the famous tourist spots in Sabtang. Why? Because the view is majestic. You can see the waves pounding through the reefs and the mountain. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ Other Information Time Spent: 20 to 30 minutes Tips: Visit the viewpoint from 11am onwards to avoid the […]
Chavayan Village, Sabtang Island Batanes
After having our lunch, we went straight to Chavayan Village, which is located at the other end of the road of Sabtang Island, Batanes. We started the second half of our tour here to avoid the tourists that in Sabtang Island for a day tour. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ Other Information […]
Uma Sapna Villas, Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia
Uma Sapna Villas is a compound with various private villas which were cleverly built to ensure privacy. These magnificent villas has a contemporary design, it is simple but elegant, so Busy and I immedieately loved it. We were very fortunate to stay in the Royal Villa of Uma Sapna Villas during our stay in Bali, […]
Fantastic Chef, The Best Unlimited Samgyupsal
If you want to have the best unlimited samgyupsal, you have to visit Fantastic Chef. It is one of the best samgyupsal in the Philippines. Want to know why? Keep on reading our experience below for further information. Buffet Price: Php 499 per person Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fantasticchefmalate/ Operating Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 AM Google […]
Club Tara Resort, Surigao Del Norte
Club Tara Resort is one of the pioneer resorts that created stilts type of cottages. It has been more than 10 years since Club Tara Resort in Surigao Del Norte was built. Website: https://www.clubtara-surigao.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clubtararesort/ Contact Number: 0917 522 5500 Email: [email protected] Address: Bucas Grande Island, Socorro, Surigao del Norte, 847 00 Mindanao, Philippines Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/bgMCZZMgo1bDXFNRA Where […]
Batanes Travel Agency – How to Book with Amazing Batanes Tours?
Going to Batanes is everyone’s dream! But we always need the best Batanes travel agency that can help us achieve our dream vacation. That’s why we are highly recommending Amazing Batanes Tours, which made our dream Batanes tour possible. But how can you book with them? Here are the steps and the promo code to save […]
Pananayan Canteen and Catering Services
We had our lunch in Pananayan Canteen and Catering Services which is located in Morong Beach. The day before we visited the restaurant, they had fire which engulf all of their kitchen. But even though the tragic incident happened, they served all of their customers well. The owners of Pananayan Pension House and Pananayan Canteen and Catering […]
Morong Beach, Sabtang Island
Morong Beach is one of the beaches in Sabtang Island that people can swim in. Also, it is known for the Arch Rock formation. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/gd44RBXGG46DbJPs9 From Pananayan Pension Inn to the entrance… Walk: It will take you at least 50 minutes. Vehicle: It will take […]
The Lost Bread Evia Branch – Grand Opening
Congratulations to the new franchisee of The Lost Bread Evia Branch on their grand opening! So, here’s a quick recap on what happened during the grand opening last July 13, 2019. Also, here is a feature of some of their best sellers! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelostbread/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelostbread_/ Address of The Lost Bread Evia Branch: 2F North Wing, […]
Natao Point
Natao Point is made up of a few hills which is privately owned. So visiting the hills is not always allowed. We just had a chance to visit Natao Point because our tricycle driver knows the owner. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/wfRZYdQHW1jtd7Aq9 From Pananayan Pension Inn to […]
Tourist Spots in Sabtang Island, Batanes
Sabtang Island is just one boat ride away from Basco Batanes. Before you visit, you have to keep this list of tourist spots in Sabtang Island. If you want a hassle free trip, book your tour with Amazing Batanes Tours. We booked our tour with them, so we had a lot of help and tips for […]
Sumnanga Village, Sabtang Island
Sumnanga Village is one of the villages in Batanes where tourists can still see the traditional town of the Ivatans. It was raining when we arrived, but it did not hinder us from exploring the area. Kind Ivatans lent some of their umbrellas to us so we can tour the village without any difficulties. Batanes […]
Where to Buy Souvenirs in Batanes?
Whenever we go to another place we always want to bring home something that can make us remember our trip. So, here are our recommended stores that you can buy souvenirs in Batanes. Tawsen’s Souvenir Shop We first went to Tawsen’s Souvenir Shop because it has the same owner as our hotel, and from […]
Baby Turtle Releasing, Bali Indonesia
Back in 2016, when Busy and I are not yet bloggers, we had a trip in Bali. One of the activities that we enjoyed is the Baby Turtle Releasing Activity in Kuta Beach. Organization: Bali Sea Turtle Society (BSTS) Website: https://www.baliseaturtle.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/baliseaturtlesociety/ Contact Number: +62 811 3882683 Email Address: [email protected] Address of the activity: Kuta Beach, Bali, Indonesia […]
San Carlos Borromeo Church
Our last stop for our south Batan tour is San Carlos Borromeo Church, a big parish church. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/q95AEqoNcCLX9YZs6 From the town to the church… Walk: Not recommended, the church is far! But if you want, it may take you at least 1 […]
House of Dakay, Batanes
House of Dakay was turned into a tourist spot to show how does the usual Ivatan house looks like. So, we went inside the house to see it. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/gx4YHG1pmpqm3Ctx7 From the town to the house… Walk: It will take you at least […]
Nanay Ching’s Restaurant, Batanes
After passing by some tourist destinations in the south, we were brought by James (our guide) in Nanay Ching’s Restaurant. Just like the usual restaurants in Batanes, they serve set meals, and they also have limited ala carte dishes. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/5USvU9DpVkoHgBoZ6 From […]
San Jose de Obrero Church
The church closest to the port going to Sabtang Island, San Jose de Obrero Church. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/G2hbBqZEJJVPMLCm7 From the town to the church… Walk: Not recommended, it will take you at least 3 hours and 30 minutes. Vehicle: It will take you at least […]
Comida Restaurant, Quezon City
A new chill spot is on the rise! Comida Restaurant is the newest go-to restaurant for Filipino and Mexican food lovers! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comidarestaurant/ Contact Number: 0905 263 4394 Operating Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (until 12AM Fri & Sat) Address: 15 Binmaka Street, Quezon City Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZmJfcZ2EE73Nt3M79 Other details: Pet Friendly Closed on […]
Blow UR Horn and Alapad Rock Formation
There is a lot of “Blow UR Horn” sign in Batanes, so why is this particular sign famous? It is because of the magnificent Alapad Rock Formation behind the sign. How to go here? From the town to the sign… Walk: Not recommended, the church is very far! But if you want, it may take […]
Merzci Pasalubong Factory (Vista Alegre)
The province of Bacolod in the Philippines is known for its delicious dishes like Chicken Inasal, and delicacies like Piaya, Butterscotch, and Biscocho. Merzci is one of the leading pasalubong (souvenir) shops in Bacolod. So, Happy (me) together with the Trust Officers Association of the Philippines (TOAP) members had the first ever tour in Merzci […]
Imnajbu Church, Batanes
Also known as San Lorenzo Ruiz Church, Imnajbu Church is one of our favorite churches in Batanes. It is because the exterior is made out of rocks, which made it looked like the houses in Batanes. Then, if you look at the church from outside, it has a hill as a background. How to […]
List of Lighthouses in Batanes
Batanes is not only known for its magnificent mountain and ocean views, but it is also known for its lighthouses. There is a lot of lighthouses in Batanes, so here is a short list for everybody’s reference: Book a tour with Amazing Batanes Tours for and use the code HAPPYANDBUSY to get P500 discount. 1. Naidi […]
Fantastic Chef Taft Branch
Craving for Samgyupsal? Fantastic Chef Taft Branch will satisfy your cravings! It is the newest branch of the famous unlimited Korean BBQ, which just opened last March 24, 2019. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FantasticChefTaft/ Operating Hours: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/uDD2QnsLgKa5Jsq6A Address: (Near De La Salle University) 2472 Leon Guinto Street, Taft, Manila Ongoing promo: 3+1 Promo For […]
Yoki’s Farm, Mendez Cavite
Yoki’s Farm, Mendez Cavite If you ever visit Tagaytay, you have to visit Yoki’s Farm in Mendez, a nearby town. Yoki’s Farm provides a unique farm experience to their visitors. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yokisfarmofficial/ Email: [email protected] Contact Numbers: (046) 409 7527 ; 0999-994-9603 ; 0917-638-3040 Operating Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Time Spent in the farm: 4-5 […]
Things to Do in Batanes
Going to Batanes soon? Here are some things to do in Batanes. Book a tour with Amazing Batanes Tours and use the code HAPPYANDBUSY to get P500 discount. Things to Do in Batanes: 1. Swim in the Fountain of Youth Full details at https://happyandbusytravels.com/fountain-of-youth/ 2. Ride a Bicycle Full details at https://happyandbusytravels.com/biking-in-batanes/ 3. Eat Ivatan […]
Vin’s Creation Milk Tea, Cavite
After voting, Busy and I went to Vin’s Creation Milk Tea Shop in Dasmariñas City, Cavite. The milk tea shop satisfied all of my milk tea cravings since last week! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vinscreationmilktea/ Contact Numbers: 0916 317 3366 Operating Hours: Sunday to Saturday, 1:00 – 9:00 PM Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/pXYhVAP19dvdoziS9 Address: #47 Don P. Campos, Zone 2, Dasmariñas City, Cavite […]
Tayid Lighthouse, Batanes
Located at the southern part of Basco Batanes, Tayid Lightouse is the third lighthouse that we visited. It was built on a private property, but was constructed by the government. So, the owner of the land and the government had an agreement that visitors can visit the surroundings of the lighthouse. Batanes Travel Guide […]
Chawa View Deck, Batanes
A great view of the ocean can be seen easily from Chawa View deck, Basco, Batanes. The view deck is one of the areas that can be easily visited plus you get to see a glimpse of the hills and the ocean. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? […]
Biking in Batanes on Busy’s Birthday
We celebrated Busy’s birthday differently by biking in Batanes. After our half day tour with Amazing Batanes, Busy and I borrowed a bike from Tawsen’s Place Inn. Our friend, Imac, rented from a shop. Then we started our journey to the Fountain of Youth. Our journey started around 2:30 PM. The weather is too hot in Batanes, […]
Harbour Cafe, Best Sunset Dining Experience in Batanes
We had our early dinner in Harbour Cafe, this was suggested by our tour guide, because we wanted to have pasta. The area is not that appealing at first, but as we went inside, we were in love with it! We had a great first dinner in the restaurant, so for our second night, we […]
Naidi Lighthouse and Hills, Batanes
Our tour for day 1 in Basco, Batanes ended in this picturesque lighthouse. Naidi Lighthouse is the only remaining lighthouse that is built on a government owned land. Most of the lighthouse were built on a private property. Batanes Travel Guide and 5-day Itinerary at: https://happyandbusytravels.com/batanes-travel-guide-and-itinerary-for-5-days/ How to go here? Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/6AfhJV5BzhCAZDDB6 From the […]
D Mall List of Stores, Boracay
Every time we visit Boracay Island, we always go to D Mall stores to eat, shop, or use the various services. There is a lot of changes in Boracay and of course D Mall stores after it was closed for 6 months. So, here is the list of stores as of March 2019 for everybody’s […]
Marlboro Hills, Originally Known as Racuh-A-Payaman
When you say Batanes, Marlboro Hills always comes up to everyone’s mind. It is the iconic hills and ocean view in Batanes. Racuh A Payaman is the real name of the area, however this tourist spot is now known as Marlboro Hills because one tourist said “It looks like the Marlboro Country.” From that day, Racuh […]
Ocean’s Edge Resort, Carabao Island
Situated in Carabao Island, Ocean’s Edge Resort, a 4-star resort opened its doors for guests last April 1, 2019. During our visit last October 2018 in Carabao Island, we had a chance to visit the construction site of Ocean’s Edge Resort. So, after the construction, we went back and visited the resort during their soft […]
Fountain of Youth, Originally known as Rakuh-A-Idi Spring
Swimming does not come into your mind when you say you are travelling to Batanes. But do you know that they have beautiful beaches, and a pool which is called the Fountain of Youth, which is originally known as Rakuh a Idi Spring? How to go here? From the town to the spring… Walk: Not recommended, […]
Batanes, Travel Guide and Itinerary for 5 Days
Batanes Island is the last province of the Philippines in the north. It is known for its majestic view of the ocean, the hills, and the honest Ivatan people. Last March 2019, we achieved our dream of coming to the Island, and at the same time we celebrated Busy’s birthday! Yey! So here is a […]