Hey there!
I am Dan Forteza, and this is my travel blog.
Let me tell you my story.
At 21, I started working as an engineer in this big company in Manila, Philippines.
At 25, I experienced my first international trip as a solo backpacker to Malaysia.
At 28, I have already been to 21 countries.
At 29, I quit my engineering job to pursue traveling and work remotely.
Read my ‘Quit Job‘ full story’ as seen on TripZilla Philippines.
Where should I go next?
Please stick around and join me on my journey this 2019 & beyond!
My Latest Posts
- Hilarious and Funny Travel Quotes for MillennialsBy Dan Forteza Funny Travel quotes are a great way to get inspired and at the same time to bring fun and entertainment. There is a simple reason for that: they keep the travel persona in you going! Whenever you are not able to travel for whatever reason, a funny travel quote may help youContinue reading “Hilarious and Funny Travel Quotes for Millennials”
- SproutGigs Review (2026): I Tried Small Tasks Online — Here’s What I Earned🤔 What is SproutGigs? SproutGigs (formerly Picoworkers) is a microtask platform where you can earn money by completing small online tasks. These tasks include: 👉 Most tasks are simple — but pay is small. 💡 Quick Answer (My Experience) I tried SproutGigs as another way to earn online as a beginner. 👉 But… Earnings wereContinue reading “SproutGigs Review (2026): I Tried Small Tasks Online — Here’s What I Earned”
- 5 Best FREE Penpal Sites / Language Exchange Sites in the WorldI have been traveling abroad for the past four years and have met some incredible people through penpal and language exchange sites. In fact, I started making international friends online long before I ever set foot outside my home country. In this blog, I’m sharing the best free penpal and language exchange platforms that haveContinue reading “5 Best FREE Penpal Sites / Language Exchange Sites in the World”
- Malaysia to Thailand: Crossing border at Padang Besar (KL-BKK)By Dan Forteza This post may contain affiliate links which means if you purchase something through that link, I will make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Think of it as buying a cup of coffee for me on someone else. Thanks & enjoy! Heading from Malaysia to Thailand soon? If youContinue reading “Malaysia to Thailand: Crossing border at Padang Besar (KL-BKK)”
- How COVID-19 Ended My Travels and Had Me Stuck 2 Months in BangkokBy Dan Forteza I was on a personal journey to travel to Northern Africa with a long-term travel plan in mind last March 2020. But my supposedly long-term travel plan was unfortunately short-lived. Out of the growing fear of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, everything has changed quickly and unexpectedly. Before I go further, let meContinue reading “How COVID-19 Ended My Travels and Had Me Stuck 2 Months in Bangkok”
- 9 Of The Best Places in Chiang Mai Old City, ThailandBy Dan Forteza This post may contain affiliate links which means if you purchase something through that link, I will make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Think of it as buying a cup of coffee for me on someone else. Thanks & enjoy! If you look at the city of ChiangContinue reading “9 Of The Best Places in Chiang Mai Old City, Thailand”
- 30 Useful Thai Expressions For Travelers To Survive ThailandBy Dan Forteza Are you visiting Thailand anytime soon? If you are, learning a few basic Thai expressions or phrases can immensely help you when traveling around Thailand. Take it from me! As of this writing, I’ve been here for more than a year and have been enjoying my time especially those moments when IContinue reading “30 Useful Thai Expressions For Travelers To Survive Thailand”
- How To Get Disabled Instagram Account Back [My Experience: SOLVED]By Dan Forteza How would you feel if an Instagram account so dear to you got disabled? If this recently happened to you, I’m sorry; I felt the same way when it happened to me. So if you’re here to find out how to get disabled Instagram account back, or you just simply want toContinue reading “How To Get Disabled Instagram Account Back [My Experience: SOLVED]”
- 4-Day Cairo, Egypt Itinerary With Guide + Budget (Pinoy Solo Traveler)By Dan Forteza This post may contain affiliate links which means if you purchase something through that link, I will make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Think of it as buying a cup of coffee for me on someone else. Thanks & enjoy! No trip to Egypt is complete without aContinue reading “4-Day Cairo, Egypt Itinerary With Guide + Budget (Pinoy Solo Traveler)”
- 7-Day Japan Itinerary With Guide + Budget (Pinoy Solo Traveler)By Dan Forteza This post may contain affiliate links which means if you purchase something through that link, I will make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Think of it as buying a cup of coffee for me on someone else. Thanks & enjoy! I don’t know about you guys but forContinue reading “7-Day Japan Itinerary With Guide + Budget (Pinoy Solo Traveler)”
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