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Some taxi drivers might be very nice and talkative, few cases were reported where a taxi driver was curious about a visitor's itinerary in the Philippines and once he learned that you are about to travel...Read full tip...
It's a crime to take home white sand from Boracay
It's against international and local laws to take any amount of white sand from Boracay as souvenir. If you are caught having any amount of it (whether on a bottle, on a plastic, etc.), you will be imprisoned...Read full tip...
Going around and fare in Boracay
Tricycles are the main modes of transportation in Boracay. Be wary that the tricycle fare (as of 2008) from Station 1 to Station 2 or from Station 2 to Station 3 and vice versa is only P10 per person...Read full tip...
Traveling to Boracay during off-season
Traveling to Boracay during the off-peak months or during the rainy days (from July to September) may not be a good idea as frequent typhoons visit the area during these times. When there are typhoons...Read full tip...
Tourist's Traps in Korea
When while in South Korea you are approached by locals to pose at the Gyeongbok Palace complete with royalty Hanbuk ensemble then be sure to pay just 30,000 won (which is $30). If you’re...Read full tip...
Blackouts in Boracay
During the rainy season (July to September), there are frequent power cuts and blackouts in Boracay so traveling to the island during these months may not be a good idea. If you happen to book during...Read full tip...
Beware of mosquitoes and cockroaches
Be sure to bring an insect repellant and to apply it to your skin before sleeping or hanging out in the beach at night. There are many mosquitoes around, even inside an airconditioned suite. Avoid the...Read full tip...
Burnham Park
Other than people watching, you can also row on a rented boat on the lake located in the middle of Burnham Park. Price for the boat rent varies from vendor to vendor but the usual fee is 60 pesos (about...Read full tip...
Safety in Boracay
It's generally safe around Boracay. Most areas in the beachfront are well-lit, especially in Station 2. Be wary though that the end of Station 3 does not have light at night so avoid swimming there as...Read full tip...
Don't touch a child's head!
Travelers may be charmed buy local Nepalese children, especially the cute ones, and unwittingly pat their heads, a gesture practiced in many countries. In Nepal, the head is the most sacred part...Read full tip...
Buddha In Focus
Getting to Sri Lanka entails a lot of trip to its temples and shrine. Sure you have you latest digital or SLR camera with you but then refrain from taking pictures or posing in front of Buddha statues...Read full tip...
Cabs and Taxis in Malaysia
When taking a cab in Malaysia, it pays to negotiate for the price (RM 2 for the first 2 km and 10 sen for every 200 meters) before getting into the taxi for most of the taxi drivers hardly use meters. If...Read full tip...
Customs and Norms of Nepal
When visiting Nepal, be sure to be culturally sensitive and follow social conventions in the country. It pays to research and read books about them before your visit. Offering food and drink to...Read full tip...
Avoid swimming in Station 3 in the afternoon
Do not swim in Station 3 specially in the afternoon. That I think is the most polluted part of the beach. The water is murky and gray. Trash and seaweeds also frequently float there, making you feel itchy...Read full tip...