Category Archives: My Travels

Camiguin…Another magical Island in Mindanao

Posted on September 8, 2011 by leawalkerblog

Most people are scared to come to Mindanao because of how it is depicted on the news. I remember the first time John came to the Philippines, the woman beside him on the plane, told him not to go to … Continue reading →

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Samal Island, from Island to Highlands

Posted on September 4, 2011 by leawalkerblog

Samal Island is a very special place to me and my family. When we were growing up, papa’s work takes him to Samal almost everyday. That’s where most of their livestock come from.Twelve years ago, I started selling Samal properties … Continue reading →

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A place called Eden…

Posted on September 3, 2011 by leawalkerblog

Something funny happened to me yesterday. 🙂 We went to Eden because our clients wanted to see the subdivisions there. Our first stop was Eden Ridge. He liked it but since it’s still being developed, it would not serve the purpose. … Continue reading →

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Angkor Archaelogical Park – Bayon Temple

Posted on September 1, 2011 by leawalkerblog

The main reason for our Southeast Asian Trip was to visit Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia. So we stayed in SR for 5days to ensure that we get to see the place without rushing through it.  The first thing … Continue reading →

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Somadevi Angkor Hotel and Spa

Posted on August 30, 2011 by leawalkerblog

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of Somadevi Angkor Hotel and Spa for making our stay in Siem Reap wonderful. 🙂 *********************** The kingsize bed was so comfortable! After a long day of travel and … Continue reading →

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The Border (Thailand-Cambodia)

Posted on August 25, 2011 by leawalkerblog

I’ve read online that the border between Thailand and Cambodia is not easy. But I did not realize how difficult it was until I was able to try it. 🙂 I mentioned in my previous blog that we were picked … Continue reading →

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Tourist Destinations in Bangkok – Baiyoke Sky Observation Deck

Posted on August 21, 2011 by leawalkerblog

After a long day of visiting the tourist spots in Bangkok, John and I treated ourselves to a nice buffet dinner at Baiyoke Sky Restaurant. The fee is THB1,000.00 but since we were staying at Baiyoke Suite Hotel, we were … Continue reading →

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Bangkok Tourist Destinations – Temple of the Reclining Buddha

Posted on August 21, 2011 by leawalkerblog

Another temple we visited while we were in Bangkok is the famous Reclining Buddha. It is locally known as Wat Pho. It is a sacred Buddhist temple near the Grand Palace. It was built as a restoration of an earlier … Continue reading →

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Bangkok Tourist Destinations – Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Posted on August 14, 2011 by leawalkerblog

Wat Phra Kaew  – commonly known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is considered to be the holiest temple in Thailand.  Before entering the temple, the guards will ask you to remove your shoes and leave it outside. Taking … Continue reading →

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Tourist Destinations in Bangkok – Floating Market

Posted on August 13, 2011 by leawalkerblog

We started around 9:30 a.m. the next day for our Bangkok tour. We had to stop at the Vietnam Embassy first though to pick up John’s visa. After which, off we went to the floating market. The ride was about … Continue reading →

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