POSTCARDS FROM PARADISE

(Triangl Bikini similar here/ Aldo Sandals/ Thrifted Sunnies)

Sunday's always meant Rest and Relaxation to me and there's no better way to give yourself a break than a trip to the beach. I've always wanted to visit Samal Island since my last trip to Davao last July and never really got the chance since we had loads of work to do that time, but I made sure that the next time I headed back, I wouldn't pass up the chance to go to Samal.

So thankful that my friends took me to Paradise Island in Samal Island, where we did nothing but chill and swim and eat and walk around. It was just so relaxing. Not to mention that it only took about 15 minutes to get here from Davao City, getting here didn't stress us out one bit. We rode a cab to the port and it only took us around 5 minutes then rode the boat for around 10 minutes and voila...white sand, blue waters and sunny skies were welcoming us with open arms.

Writing about this makes me miss the place so much and I can't wait to go back really soon.

If you get the chance to visit Davao, make sure to set aside a beach day and head on over to Samal Island for that much needed break from the concrete jungle.

Much Love,

TL

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POSTCARDS FROM BATANGAS

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(Mango black and white striped tee and denim playsuit/ Triangl Indiana Ice bikini/ Aldo Sandals/ Thrifted Sunglasses/ Forever 21 high waisted shorts)

After being so excited to upload this set and switching to a sudden "I'm too lazy to post process the photos" to finally having the time and will to do so, I'm very happy to present to you one of the most relaxing weekends I've had in a while--not to mention I had the best people with me and a week full of stress behind. I really needed this break and it was exactly what I was looking for. 

Whenever I'm by the beach, there's just nothing like waking up to the sound of crashing waves and feeling the heavenly breeze every time you walk out of your cottage every morning with drowsy eyes that suddenly make you surprisingly, a morning person.

Now doesn't this make you just want to go to the beach this weekend?

Hope we all get to go soon!

VIBE

(River Island Romper and clutch/ Nasty Gal Crochet Top/Aldo Wayfarers/Wet seal sandals)

Feeling vibrant with this slip on romper from River island and so happy that I don't have to put much effort in wearing it. If there's one thing I absolutely love doing for myself when it comes to choosing what to wear, its putting on loose,no fuss outfits. This one's perfect for hot and humid mornings and for days when you seem like you have to move around a lot and go to a lot of places. Love how this felt so comfortable and full of good vibes--as though summer never left.

SUITE

(SuiteBlanco top and palazzo pants/ Forever21 ring set and necklace/Zara shoes)

Currently transported to the corporate world but desperately hanging on to the fleeting summer where the world consists of sailing, and shores and salty air—thus this outfit. I think I’m partly stressing out now—thinking of ways to give myself a break or probably just really listening to myself and follow the voice that says drop everything and see the world.

 I will always think of the summer breeze whenever I see this number from SuiteBlanco and I think I will always hold on to summer and embrace the freedom of the season as long as I’m stuck in this dreary concrete jungle.

I know I keep babbling about summer and adventures and travelling but for now, I guess we just have to work with what we’ve got and make the best out of it.

Photography by Ashley John Yee

POSTCARDS FROM OSLOB AND SUMILON ISLAND

It really is true when people say that the best trips are the spontaneous ones. I have never been more proud to say that it really is more fun in the Philippines, as this trip to Oslob and Sumilon was such a great experience, and won't burn a hole in your pocket. 

Swimming with the whale sharks was not terrifying at all in spite of the fact that they were twice, thrice or four times as big as I was and that I could fit in their mouth easily. They were the most gentle and beautiful creatures and watching them be was a bucketlist moment.
As we were approaching the area with the whale-sharks my driver (who went with me on this trip) started to get nervous as he saw them but I was just awestruck at how lovely they were and I couldn't wait to swim with them. It's too bad that we weren't allowed to touch them since they were sensitive but I'd have to agree with the rules to protect the marine animals. (Disclaimer: it may seem like I'm touching the whale-sharks in some pictures but I am actually 4 metres away from them and it is just an illusion).

Beside the whale shark area was a tiny island with crystal clear waters called Sumilon. We rode a boat going there and it took us 20 minutes or less to get to the place and the view was majestic. Who knew that if we just went around the Philippines more, that we could experience so much happiness and witness so much wonder rather than having to spend thousands and thousands of bucks looking for happiness in other places?

I'll close by stating that it indeed is more fulfilling to spend your money on memories instead of material things.