Our final days in Negros Oriental moved between unhurried coastal time and a long, logistics-heavy trip to the Twin Lakes. It was a fitting end to a stay shaped as much by everyday moments as by effort and distance.
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Valencia, Negros Oriental: Waterfalls, Hot Springs, and Village Life
Our first days in Valencia, Negros Oriental, offered waterfalls, hot springs, and encounters with local life. From Dauin’s coastal calm to the mountain charm of Liptong, we explored Casaroro Falls, Forest Camp, and Red Rock Hot Spring while enjoying the warmth and friendliness of the Philippines countryside.
A Slow Week in Dauin: Life Between Two Typhoons
We spent a slow, memorable week in Dauin, Negros Oriental, Philippines — swimming at sunrise, snorkeling near Apo Island, and experiencing daily life between two passing typhoons. It was a gentle introduction to the Philippines, shaped by friendly locals and the rhythm of the ocean.
Vancouver to Dauin: Compression Socks, Connecting Flights, and Yellow Umbrellas
After a day exploring Vancouver, we began our long journey to Dauin via Seoul and Manila. Between lounges, compression socks, and a typhoon warning, we learned that travel is equal parts chaos and kindness — especially when a sea of yellow umbrellas greets you in the Dumaguete rain.
Walking Vancouver: Three Days of Discovery and Autumn Color
Explore Vancouver on foot in three unhurried days — from Chinatown’s Chinese Garden to Stanley Park and Kitsilano Beach at sunset.