One week of nature centered trip was the perfect way to end this summer break. Although I worked 3 weeks while we were in DC, the change of routine and scenery tricked my mind to think I had longer vacation time. And the week of pure nature, often time without signal, made the time felt … Continue reading Summer vacation reflection and “not easing back” to routine
Author: Coco
I have always loved traveling and travel often for work. But 2.5 years ago we moved to Manila and started to travel more for leisure. It was the start of our journey to explore the world and ourselves as a family. My daughters love traveling with passion and always want to go to new places, meet new people, try new food.
This blog will record our journey in this new living style and my thoughts around it.
Santo Amaro: biggest lagoons and walking under the moon
Before departing from Atins, we had a slow morning and donkeys were visiting us. So funny! Girls said it was like living in a zoo in this island and I enjoyed this quiet hammock outside our chalet with the view to the water Transfer to Santa Amaro was a long journey. First, a truck to … Continue reading Santo Amaro: biggest lagoons and walking under the moon
Atins: unique island owned by animals
We transferred from Barreinhinas to Atins through a boat ride, stopping few times for small lagoons, ice cream, and the farol. We realized that there are many tourists in this past, although never felt over crowded. We had our own little boat and enjoyed the fast speed boat for a while The first stop is … Continue reading Atins: unique island owned by animals
Lençóis maranhenses: arrival and first encounter with wonder
Lencois maranhenses is a natural phenomenon in Sao Luis, a northest region of Brazil, known for its vast desert landscape of tall, white sand dunes and seasonal rainwater lagoons. Its peak season is July and August so I planned early this year to visit here as tourist infrastructure is limited and gets busy during this time. … Continue reading Lençóis maranhenses: arrival and first encounter with wonder
Trip reflection and first day back home
Our return travel went well overall. Girls had fun taking selfies After Miami stopover, our flight back was 7 hrs. Lizzy watched Harry Porter series, Sofia read and reviewed her photo album, and I watched Friends and Neighbors (recommended by a friend and quite good!). 10 min before landing, Lizzy was super excited to finally … Continue reading Trip reflection and first day back home
Our New Journey 