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Budget Accommodation in Paris: Maison d’Accueil de l’Assomption
If you’re looking for budget accommodation in Paris, consider staying with nuns! đŸ™‚  I highly recommend the Maison d’Accueil de l’Assomption, the Motherhouse of the Assumption Sisters. This was where we checked in when we were in Paris a few months back.  The  hostel is actually a retreat house operated by the Assumption Sisters, a Catholic religious order founded in 1839 in France by St. Marie Eugenie of Jesus. But it’s also open to the public.  Room rates include breakfast consisting of a selection of hot beverages (coffee, tea, milk), fresh juice,  bread with butter and jam, cereal, and fruits. The rooms are quite comfy. Here’s mine: A…
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Pinay Traveller Feature on ZenHealth Magazine
Just received a pleasant surprise today. Â Some months back, I was interviewed by a writer from Zen Health Magazine. The magazine was doing an article about women solo travellers and I was one of those they wanted to feature. So long story short, the issue was finally printed and today, I got my copy! Cool, huh? Â One of the things that I talked about in the article is the fact that a lot of women become a bit smug when they travel. Unfortunately, this becomes their downfall. Â Trust me, I’ve been there. Â Here’s what I have to say about it: “When you travel solo, you should never be overconfident. Keep…
a Filipina's take on travelling the world
