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A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. In the case of travel to Europe, and in many places elsewhere, Austria has hosted a series of milestones. The first time to witness snow, the first Schengen visa, and the first destination with a connecting flight. The year was 2006, and right after…
It is not often that rock music fans get the chance to see Incubus and Live perform together. After being blown away by the performance of The Goo Goo Dolls and Matchbox Twenty earlier in February, I jumped at the chance to secure my spot to watch Live and Incubus at Hordern Pavilion in Moore…
While attending the Christmas mass at the Church of the Infant Jesus in Prague’s Malá Strana as part of our European tour in 2012, my wife and I were amazed to hear a familiar song in a familiar language. The recessional song was the popular “Pasko Na Naman”, performed by the Filipino choir. From then…
Once in a while, I find myself looking back in the early years of my childhood. Perhaps, I was inspired by young children on their way to school and try to compare what I did when I was at their age. Or imagine the anxiety parents feel when their children are up for sleepless nights…
Long walks have become a part of my routine since moving to Australia.Or at least an aim I strive to achieve my daily routine. It’s a delight to explore the neighborhoods by foot, with footpaths offering a convenient walking connection from one block to another. Within the confines of Marsfield-Macquarie Park, there are almost infinite number…
Unlike my first visit to Melbourne in 2021, this upcoming trip is one with contrasts. That visit was during the difficult backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, meant for a change in scenery of celebrating my birthday with people around instead of being alone. Away from my wife, who was undergoing dialysis, the trip provided both…
Soon as Matchbox Twenty decided to move its February 20 venue from Wollongong, NSW to Sydney, an opportunity to watch them live presented itself. My most recent concert experience was in September 2022, when I witnessed Yumi Zouma’s dream-pop melodies on my own. This time, I was hoping that my office pals Jason, Oliver, and…
Let me tell you a story. Two cities stood in the heart of a vast landscape. Each is an accurate portrayal of the human soul. One city radiated the grandeur of achievement and apparent contentment, while the other grappled with the complexities of conflict and redemption. However, underneath their disparate appearances lies a narrative of…
While prepping for an upcoming LCSC session, my Windows 11 desktop reminded me that six years ago, my wife and I were enjoying a frigid whirlwind tour of New York City. A flood of memories returned to me, including a pristine February winter that stretched from the Big Apple to the nation’s capitol, as well…
As is normal when we travel, my wife and I had to make a rapid decision on where to go, check fares, and review immigration requirements in a few days. Although competing with Hongkongers who are tired of traveling can be difficult, we are lucky to live in a city that serves as a regional…