Raia Goes Places
Current City: 📌 Málaga, Spain
travel stories
Málaga, Spain
I recently packed my life in two bags and moved to Spain. My first stop is Málaga because of its beautiful beaches and interesting hikes.
Sunrise in Torremolinos
I had read that Torremolinos has the most amazing sunrise. So, one morning, I went out for a walk to catch the sunrise, and man, I wasn’t disappointed! I have been going every morning since.
Moving to Málaga
If you had asked me a year ago where I would be spending 2025, I wouldn’t have answered Málaga or Spain. But here I am, and I am grateful for every second of it.
Beach, Please!
From now on, morning walks are non-negotiable, especially if this is what I get to see every time. Whenever I feel lazy, I remind myself that I prayed for this for the past 6 months.
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Philippines
When my Australian work visa expired, I went back home to the Philippines to recalibrate before I set off for my European adventure. Here are a few things that I kept myself busy with.
Revisiting La Boracay
I went back to Boracay in September to celebrate my anniversary with my wife. I booked a room at the hotel we stayed in on our last visit to the island. It was definitely a trip down memory lane.
Chill Time with Friends in Siargao
My friends and I decided to go on a quick trip to Siargao. We didn’t do much but go island hopping and try local restaurants. We had a blast anyway.
Art in Island for the Second Time
When our VA took a short trip to Manila, I took her to Art in Island. I had been there before but most of the art and installations were different from when I first went.
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Tasmania
I lived in Australia for five years, three of which I spent in Hobart, Tasmania – the most beautiful place I have ever lived in (so far). I fell in love with Tassie’s natural charm that I cried when I left. Here are a few travel stories I’ve accumulated in my short stay in this beautiful Australian state.
Experiencing Snow in Mount Wellington
Having lived in the Philippines for most of my life, snow was kind of a novelty for me growing up. I have seen it a few times since, but it still gets me giddy every time.
Celebrating My 43rd in Cradle Mountain
I had a short holiday in Cradle Mountain for my 43rd. It was a last minute trip because I thought I was leaving Tasmania for good at that time and I just had to visit.
Witnessing My First Aurora at Tinderbox
I never imagined I would ever witness Aurora in Australia, but I did on May 11, 2024. The experience was more than just scratching an item off my bucket list – it was magical.
