Why the festival stopped

If Disney were creative enough to let Mulan and Melody procreate, Danielle would be that child. From an early age, she has dreamt of becoming a purposeful revolutionary... and an unruly mermaid. While Danielle hasn't held a sword in her lifetime, she feels powerful enough with her byline. Her creative energy is fueled by many things: the quiet right before the rest of the world wakes up, the orange sky as the sun rises during an uncrowded morning surf, the beautiful bitter taste of black coffee, and the threatening reminder of a pending deadline.


Okinawa is more than just beaches and culture — it’s also a shopping paradise. From beni-imo tarts and brown sugar to coral-dyed crafts and marine-inspired trinkets, here are the best Okinawa souvenirs every Filipino traveller should take home.

Strike a pose in front of these beauties — no passports required!


As beautiful Dachstein Salzkammergut is, there’s definitely more than meets the eye.

For when you want to pretend you’re in a K-drama.

Almusal is the most important meal of the day.

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Why the festival stopped
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