Amazing Phuket, Thailand

It was November 2013 when I embarked in a journey that forever changes my view about travel. Little did I know that this will open to various opportunities for me to see beautiful places, meet wonderful locals, strangers-turned-friends, and worthwhile experiences that will hone my attitudes and characteristics as an individual.

James Bond Island

Promotional seat sales offered by major airlines are a huge factor that invites us commoners to book a ticket and discover new places. So when Air Asia announced the sale promo flights from Manila to Phuket, Thailand, I did not hesitate and booked as soon as I can before the seat lasts.

 I love beaches and when it comes to beaches, I have high standard requirements, like it should have a huge expanse of sugary white sand surrounded by shades of palm trees, and can accommodate plenty of activities that a slouch like me would love ^^, and by the looks of it, Phuket ticks all the list.

My First International Travel - Phuket, Thailand

Most of us loves to travel and definitely one of our dreams that we want to experience in our lifetime is to travel the world.

The infamous Patong beach in Phuket. 

But let's be honest, the biggest factor that is keeping us from realizing that dream is the means to do so. Yeah, you heard it right, as much as I don't want to tackle this dreaded subject, I can't help but mention the most sought after material thing in the world and that is money. We all need money and who doesn't right? And that is the truth.

Karst limestone formations in Maya Bay, Phi phi Island. This is where Leonardo di Caprio's "The Beach" movie was shot.

I am just a regular employee in a multinational company in Makati who is just starting his two year career in finance industry. My perspective in travel has changed dramatically when I received an email notification from Tiger Air Philippines back then (currently subsidiary of Cebu Pac) about promotional air fares. They were launching a new route from Manila to Phuket direct flights for only P500 all-in one way or for a meager P1,000 roundtrip. What a bargain right?

Phi Phi Islands are dotted with these kind of view.

Koh Phi phi Don, the main island in Phi phi.

Without a second thought, I followed my impulses and booked the flight that started all my passion for travel.