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Introduction Photo Gallery Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to Know YouTube Our Story Other Countries About Closer Lives Discover the Philippines: Your guide to the Pearl of the Orient We spent a month in Metro Manila exploring the capital, with trips to the likes of Intramuros, Quezon City, Paranaque and Taguig. The Philippines is famous for its mall shopping culture, and we certainly embraced that! We did also explore Intramuros, the historic and oldest district of Manila, that offers so much in terms of understanding the dark history of war that plagued the country during and after WW2. We met amazing people, tried incredible food, and literally fell head-over-heels in love with the Philippines. So much so that we returned for a second visit later on in the same year! This travel guide is filled with all you need to know about the Philippines, including interesting facts, top destination spots, our latest blog posts, and things to know before you go - including stats, currency, health and safety, transportation, connectivity, food and cuisine and much much more. Plus you can even check out our specially curated YouTube videos. So join us on our journey and explore the Pearl of the Orient with us! Jump to where you want to go: Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to know YouTube Tap any photo for more information Discover Our top recommended places Intramuros Parañaque Quezon City Taguig Interactive Map Our interactive map & guide to the Philippines Check out all of the places we visited in the Philippines courtesy of this interactive map from Wanderlog. Tap any of the numbers for more information including directions, our blog posts, links to reviews and much more. Wanderlog is a free travel planning app that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use! Interesting Facts Here are 13 interesting facts about the Philippines. Some may just surprise you! ​ 1. Archipelago Nation: The Philippines is an archipelago of 7,641 islands, making it one of the largest island nations in the world. ​ 2. Diverse Languages: It boasts more than 170 languages, with Tagalog as the official language and English widely spoken. ​ 3. Biodiversity Hotspot: The Philippines is part of the Coral Triangle, an area with the highest marine biodiversity in the world. It is home to over 2000 species of fish, which is a whopping 76% of the world's coral species. ​ 4. World's Smallest Volcano: Taal Volcano, located in Batangas, is one of the world's smallest active volcanoes and has a lake within its crater. ​ 5. Rice Terraces: The Banaue Rice Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are a marvel of engineering, carved into the mountains over 2,000 years ago. ​ 6. Indigenous Cultures: The Philippines is home to various indigenous communities, each with unique cultures, traditions, and languages. ​ 7. Longest Christmas Celebration: The Philippines has one of the longest Christmas celebrations, starting as early as September and culminating in the grand Simbang Gabi (Night Mass) on Christmas Eve. ​ 8. Jeepneys: Colorful and unique, jeepneys are a popular form of public transportation, originally repurposed from surplus military jeeps left by the United States after World War II. ​ 9. Chocolate Hills: In Bohol, you'll find the Chocolate Hills, a series of 1,268 perfectly cone-shaped hills that turn brown during the dry season, resembling chocolate mounds. ​ 10. Rich Spanish Influence: The Philippines was a Spanish colony for over 300 years, leaving a lasting influence on architecture, religion, and culture. ​ 11. Coral Reefs and Marine Life: The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to a diverse range of marine species, including sharks, turtles, and colorful coral reefs. ​ 12. Heroic Democracy: The Philippines is known for its "People Power" revolution in 1986, which peacefully overthrew a dictatorship and restored democracy, setting an inspiring example for nonviolent political change. ​ 13. Population: The population of the Philippines is estimated to be 117,337,368 people. This makes the Philippines the 13th most populous country in the world. The capital city, Manila, is the most populous city in the Philippines, with a population of over 13 million people. Other major cities include Quezon City, Cebu City, and Davao City. Latest Posts Ainda não há posts publicados nesse idioma Assim que novos posts forem publicados, você poderá vê-los aqui. Things to know when visiting the Philippines Tap any tab for more information Connectivity Cuisine Culture & Customs Currency Health & Safety Information Language Places to Visit Transportation Visa Requirements Weather & Climate Information POPULATION 117.3 million CAPITAL Manila (13 million) CURRENCY Philippine Peso (PHP) DRIVING Right Side TIME ZONE PST (GMT + 8) MEASUREMENTS Standard Metric Discover more on YouTube MANILA, PHILIPPINES! One month exploring... Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 13:15 Our INCREDIBLE FIBA World Cup Experience! Philippines vs China 2023 GILAS PILIPINAS for the WIN 🏆 4k Join us in this UNFORGETABLE vlog in this once in a life time experience! We couldn't pass up the opportunity to attend and highlight one of the host countries of the FIBA World Cup (World Basketball Cup) right here in THE PHILIPPINES! We cheered on the GILAS PILIPINAS as they played against CHINA! We must have been a good luck charm for them as this was their first win in almost A DECADE! With an epic win over China and an EXPLOSIVE 3rd quarter with super star JORDAN CLARKSON hitting 5 STRAIGHT three-pointers it was definitely the game of the decade to be at for Gilas Pilipinas fans! The SMART Aranata Colliseum was our first visit to Quezon City. We couldn't be happier or prouder to be there to support them and give back some of the love and support that the filipino people have shown us during our month long stay here in Manila, Philippines! Let's GO Philippines! #fiba #basketball #philippines #gilaspilipinas #manila #fibawc2023 #fibawc Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 16:03 Christmas IN September? 🇵🇭 JOSE MARI CHAN CONCERT at FESTIVAL MALL in ALABANG We HAD no IDEA that CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES started in September in the PHILIPPINES! In this MANILA vlog we kick off the holiday season with the FATHER of CHRISTMAS here in the Philippines, JOSE MARI CHAN. We attend the incredible LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS event at the Festival Mall. Join us front row and behind the scenes exploring both this incredible shopping mall (ANOTHER ONE!) FESTIVAL MALL in ALABANG, an area of METRO MANILA and start the Christmas 2023 season right with FIREWORKS too! We are so blessed to have this experience and attend this event with the local people here in the PHILIPPINES! We love Christmas! #manila #philippines #christmas2023 #josemarichan #christmasvlog2023 #manilavlog #alabang 🎄HELP us get to 10k! Please like, comment and share with friends and family that might enjoy this video! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on our travel and life stlye vlogs from around the world! THANKS FOR WATCHING!! Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 15:38 5th LARGEST MALL in the world 🌎 is in MANILA 🇵🇭 (SM MALL of Asia and Manila Bay AT SUNSET) 4k vlog This mall is CRAZY BIG, the LARGEST in the PHILIPPINES! The SM MALL OF ASIA is the fifth largest MALL IN THE ENTIRE WORLD! Did you know that 200,000 people visit this mall EVERY DAY? Join us in this video as we explore the mall, eat some yummy food and explore SM Manila by the Bay and take a ride on the impressive MOE EYE (Mall of Asia Eye) during sunset! See it by light and by night! #travelcouple #philippines #manila #mallofasia #manilabay #smmallofasia #smbythebay #lifestylevlog 00:01 SM Mall of Asia, Manila 00:38 SM MOA NEON ALLEY 02:58 SM Merry Go Round 04:24 Pound Restaurant 07:00 SM Manila by the Bay at sunset 08:27 Buying tickets for the Ferris Wheel in Manila Bay (MOA eye) 09:40 Ferris Wheel Ride Manila by the Bay 12:40 Walking the bay in Manila by the Bay at sunset 14:29 #lovelocks heart at Manila by the Bay Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 19:56 LUXURY MANILA at Greenbelt 3, Ayala Triangle Garden in MAKATI is FANCY! Exploring Greenbelt Mall, St. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel, the Ayala Museum in the sprawling 2.8 HECTARE GARDEN surrounded by WORLD CLASS shopping and dining in the Makati area in Manila, Philippines. This is definitely rich Manila and the luxury lifestyle area. We also explore the greenspaces of Ayala Triangle and take a look at the art gallery and the beautifully decorated underpass tunnels here in the area as we walk, talk and discover the area. Many people don't know about the level of luxury and outdoor green space that is readily available here in Manila BUT you are going to pay a price for it! In this travel vlog we show you the LEVEL of fancy luxury you can find in Makati City in this luxury lifestyle vlog! 00:15 Greenbelt Shopping Mall is it the FANCIEST in SEA (South East Asia) 02:00 Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel 07:41 Ayala Museum, Makati 08:55 The Artist Space, Greenbelt, Makati 12:56 Peninsula Hotel Fountain, Makati 11:11 Ayala and Makati crossing 11:22 Makati Underground pass tunnel 13:02 2000 neighbourhood plaque for 7-11 in Salcedo Village, Makati, Manila 14:23 Legazpi underpass crossing tunnel 15:37 Gabriela Silang Monument 16:23 Ayala Triangle Gardens 17:46 The Shops Ayala Triangle Gardens 19:39 Sultan Kudarat Monument Makati Bel-Air #makati #manila #philippines #luxurycity #shoppingdistrict #bgc #lifestylevlog #travelvlog #MakatiCity #RichManila #LuxuryLifestyle #DiscoverMakati 🎉Please help us get to 4k SUBSCRIBE and turn on the notifications if you enjoyed this video and please like, comment and share it as it helps to have our videos shown to more people! Thanks for watching! Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 47:04 OUR FIRST TIME eating JOLLIBEE we try EVERYTHING on the MENU! 😱 IN MANILA, PHILIPPINES! CANADIAN🇬🇧BRITISH couple EAT JOLLIBEE for the FIRST TIME in MANILA, PHILIPPINES! AND WE ORDERED EVERYTHING ON THE MENU! MUKBANG Is this REALLY the WORLD'S BEST CHICKEN and fast-food chain? Our SUBSCRIBERS said WE MUST TRY the EPIC FILIPINO fast-food chain for the FIRST TIME while we are RIGHT HERE in Manila, Philippines!! WE ORDERED EVERYTHING ON THE MENU. This is SURPRISINGLY more TALKED about THAN HALO-HALO here in Manila, Philippines. JOLLIBEE is a Filipino franchise restaurant and the locals can’t seem to get enough of it and apparently the same is said in over 34 COUNTRIES and is one of the FASTEST growing RESTAURANTS in THE WORLD! Of course WE HAD to TRY it right here where it first started in the Philippines! You simply could not come to Philippines without trying it!! Let's see if JOLLIBEE lives up to all of the HYPE and is as DELICIOUS as everyone keeps telling us it is. WE ARE huge KFC fans and EAT IT IN EVERY COUNTRY WE VISIT… will the CHICKEN live up to all of the HYPE?! Watch our JOLLIBEE REACTION VIDEO to find out what we think! #Jollibee #foodvideo #fastfoodreview #manila #philippines #mukbang #jollibeereaction #palabok #reactionvideo #filipinofood #foodreaction #manilavlog 00:01 Jollibee Video into WE EAT THE ENTIRE MENU in Manila, Philippines 01:24 Jenn and Leon Travel country number 35 2:00 THE SET UP the set (we didn’t know we were recording!) 02:50 Samsung S23 Ultra voice activated record problems 03:40 Grab for delivery and transportation in Manila, Philippines 03:50 WHAT WE ORDERED and the total from JOLLIBEE 05:00 ‘GRAB’ING our food delivery 05:40 Surprising the grab driver 06:45 Reusable bag for delivery 07:00 Getting ready for FOOD TIME Jollibee 08:00 Talking about www.closerlives.com and our travel blog and how we met 09:20 CHEERS with our GO PINEAPPLE juice from Jollibee time to eat 10:00 Our Airbnb you can RENT it too AZURE RESIDENCES in Paranaque, Manila, Philippines! 10:45 First time Tasting the AMAZING ALOHA CHAMP junior 13:22 First time Trying the BACON CHEESEY YUMburger 14:50 First time Reaction to BURGER STEAK with SHANGHAI 18:17 First time Trying PALABOK from Jollibee 21:23 JOLLY HOTDOG time our first taste 23:25 SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH SUPREME our first bites! 26:08 trying the Jollibee SPICY TUNA PIE for the first time 29:28 HOW LONG IS THIS VIDEO?? 29:53 our first reaction to JOLLY SPAGHETTI from Jollibee 32:18 we taste the CHICKEN JOY BUCKET half original, half spicy for the first time 33:00 trying the original 35:16 is it better with the gravy? 37:23 is the spicy better? 39:24 some of our honest thoughts on Jollibee 41:24 Our first taste of the Jollibee Peach Mango PIE! 42:51 Mango Fudge Graham Sundae 44:10 final thoughts 45:20 Donating some Jollibee chicken in Paranaque, Manila ASMR MUKBANG Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 13:53 We moved to MANILA, Philippines🇵🇭 Paranaque AZURE URBAN RESORT RESIDENCES & The Paris Beach Club WE FOUND PARADISE RIGHT HERE IN THE CITY! 🇵🇭 This is THE BEST PLACE TO STAY while visiting MANILA for a long stay and you'll have to watch the video to find out why... #manila #philippines #paranaque #travelvlog #travelcouple #lifestylevlog #fulltimetravel #youtubers #luxurycity We are so glad we chose this epic, popular and LOCAL staycation destination as our place to call home for the month we are in Manila. 🎉Help us get to 4k! Don't forget to like, comment and subscribe for more videos! We travel full time and vlog OFTEN! 00:01 PRIVATE Azure Urban Resort Residences, Manila 01:11 The wave pool – Paris Beach Club 01:50 3 J’s Wings Central 02:35 Apartment tour 03:00 RoofTop Views 04:40 Tam’s Restaurant 06:30 finding a stray tiny kitten 07:20 getting our laundry done 08:28 Paris Beach Club (Paris Hilton) 09:50 Residence’s Tower and facilities 12:20 The pools, walkway, basketball court and other amenities Ver mais Ainda não há posts publicados nesse idioma Assim que novos posts forem publicados, você poderá vê-los aqui. Check out other countries in Asia Sign up Jenn & Leon at Closer Lives We plan to see, learn, love and share as much of the world with others as possible. That is why we created CLOSERLIVES.com , to create a community for like-minded individuals and to help bring the world a little closer together through poetry, history, storytelling, healing, art, purpose and community. 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Introduction Photo Gallery Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to Know YouTube Our Story Other Countries About Closer Lives Amazing India: Plan your trip to the Land of the Rising Sun We take you on an epic journey across India as we visit the likes of New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur and Amritsar over two weeks, using local transport, trains and buses to travel between cities. Our complete guide to this fascinating country includes interesting facts, top destinations, our latest blogs and videos, and all you need to know before you go with stats, currency, health and safety, transportation, connectivity, food, customs and much more. So join us on our great Indian adventure and plan your perfect trip here! Jump to where you want to go: Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to know YouTube Tap any photo for more info Discover Our top recommended places Agra Amritsar Jaipur New Delhi Udaipur Interactive Map Our interactive map & guide to India Check out all of the places we visited in India courtesy of this interactive map from Wanderlog. Tap any of the numbers for more information including directions, our blog posts, links to reviews and much more. Wanderlog is a free travel planning app that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use! Interesting Facts Here are 12 interesting facts ab out India. Some may surprise you! ​ 1. Diverse Geography: India is a country of incredible geographical diversity, ranging from the Himalayan mountain range in the north to the Thar Desert in the west and the lush tropical forests in the south. 2. Cultural Melting Pot: India is known for its rich cultural heritage and is home to numerous religions, languages, and traditions. It's often described as a cultural melting pot. 3. World's Largest Democracy: India is the world's largest democracy, with over a billion people eligible to vote in elections. 4. Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal, a stunning white marble mausoleum located in Agra, is one of the most famous and recognized landmarks in the world. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also one of the most photographed places in history, with over 8 million photos uploaded every year to Instagram alone! 5. Varied Cuisine: Indian cuisine is incredibly diverse, with each region having its own unique dishes and flavors. It's famous for its use of spices and herbs. 6. Yoga's Birthplace: Yoga, which has gained worldwide popularity, originated in India thousands of years ago. It's both a physical and spiritual practice. 7. Incredible Wildlife: India is home to a wide range of wildlife, including Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, Indian rhinoceroses, and various species of deer and antelope. 8. Monsoons: India experiences a monsoon season, which brings heavy rains to different parts of the country. This phenomenon is vital for agriculture and supports the livelihoods of millions of people. 9. Bollywood: India has a thriving film industry known as Bollywood, which produces more films than any other country in the world. 10. Space Exploration: India has its space agency, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation), which has made significant strides in space exploration, including missions to Mars and the Moon. 11. Ancient History: India has a rich history dating back thousands of years, with significant contributions to mathematics, science, philosophy, and literature. The Indus Valley Civilization is one of the world's oldest urban civilizations. 12. Unity in Diversity: Despite its diversity, India is known for its unity and has a strong sense of national identity. The phrase "Unity in Diversity" is often used to describe the country. Latest Posts Ainda não há posts publicados nesse idioma Assim que novos posts forem publicados, você poderá vê-los aqui. Things to know when visiting India Tap any tab for more information Connectivity Cuisine Culture & Customs Currency Health & Safety Information Language Places to Visit Transportation Visa Requirements Weather & Climate Information POPULATION 1.43 billion CURRENCY Indian Rupee (INR) CAPITAL New Delhi (32.9 million) DRIVING Left Side TIME ZONE IST (GMT +5.5) MEASUREMENTS Standard Metric Discover more on YouTube INDIA! Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 24:24 FIRST CLASS Vande Bharat Express Indian Train Travel 🇮🇳 New Delhi to Agra This entire TRAIN is made in and from INDIA! How cool is that? Vande Bharat Express travel vlog. We are riding this train from New Delhi to Agra, in India. Today we will give our first impressions of this popular luxury train in India in 2023. This is our first train ride in India. After exploring Delhi it was time to go to Agra! We travelled by train on The Vande Bharat Express First Class AC Chair Car. It was our first time using Indian Railways and as foreigners in India for the first time we were excited to do this largely anticipated India transportation travel. We offer some pointers a, tips and resources for foreigners traveling by train in India. We rate and share our experience. We arrive in Agra and share our experience and journey to our hotel The Lucky Guest House and give you a room tour. Chapters 00:00 Jenn and Leon in India 00:14 Packed Uber ride to Delhi Train Station 00:25 Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station, New Delhi 00:45 How to book India Train tickets for foreigners 04:00 Buying snacks at New Delhi train station 05:30 Inside tour of our Vande Baharat Express train car 07:00 Indian food served on train 14:00 Agra Cantt Train Station in Agra, India 20:25 Lucky Guest House in Agra 22:17 Lucky Guest House Room Tour 24:00 Taj Mahal Roof Top View! 🚄 Vande Bharat Express Train from Delhi to Agra - India Train Travel 👉 All you need to know about taking the train from Delhi to Agra including how to book, where to go, what to do at the station and more 📬 https://www.closerlives.com/blog/post/vande-bharat-express-train-from-delhi-to-agra-india-train-travel 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #Indianrailways #VandeBharatExpress #IndiaTrain #exploreindia #indiatravel #india #newdelhi #vandebharat #delhi Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 19:33 OUR FIRST TIME IN INDIA! Delhi is as HECTIC as we imagined! 🇮🇳 We are in INDIA, in Delhi, for our very first visit! The sights, smells and sounds hit you like nothing else we've experienced in our travels yet! They say that India is a travel destination that you will either love or not so much! Join us as we explore this city with a population of 34 million people has to show us! Day one of exploring NEW DELHI, India! Delhi is the most populated city in India. This city is BUSY! Join us as we visit Connaught Place, Dr. Zombie, ride the rickshaws through the streets of Delhi, visit the Akshardham temple, Delhi Gate, KFC and check out our accommodation. We met so many incredible and friendly locals BUT we also met some pushy ones too! We explore the streets and learn more and more about India! We head to an upscale restaurant that was INCREDIBLE! This is a great series to watch for those also planning a trip to India as we share our map and the path we took along with general prices, places to visit and transportation. Chapters 00:00 Intro we are in NEW DELHI! 01:45 Time to find an Auto Rickshaw 02:00 Local indian scammer approaches us 03:15 6 of us on our first auto rickshaw ride! 04:50 Walking in Connaught Place in New Delhi 06:15 Our lunch AND dinner at Dr. Zombie in Connaught Place, New Delhi 10:25 Hotel Aira Xing by Staybook ROOM/HOTEL TOUR and Indian breakfast 12:00 Day 2 in the streets of New Delhi 12:44 AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE Multi media water show 13:30 Foreigners talking with locals in New Delhi 14:11 Rishabh Ipex Mall 15:30 Arriving at the India Gate (New Delhi) 16:00 India Gate Fountain 16:50 Statue of Subhas Chandra Bose 15:50 taking photos with locals at the India Gate 18:40 We try KFC in New Delhi, India 👩🏻‍💻Join our website community! ✍🏻 BLOG & SHOP www.closerlives.com 💼Business inquiries/work with us 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel 💁🏻‍♀️JENN @_a_broad_perspective 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON @leon.gregori213 FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #india #delhi #travel #delhifood #olddelhi Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 14:09 Walking the streets of AGRA? 🇮🇳 Our first time in India! We all know what the Taj Mahal looks like (we'll show you if not!) but do we all know what the city of Agra and the surrounding areas look like? Is it safe to walk in the back areas as a foreigner in India? What is it REALLY like in India? We show you around Agra, Uttar Pradesh in this walking tour travel vlog. Watch to find out our experience walking solo in the surrounding area of our Hotel, Lucky Guest House in Agra, India. We enjoy some epic Indian food THALI and KADAI chicken, yum! See our rooftop view of the TAJ MAHAL as well! We are foreigners and this is our first time in India and our first time in Agra. Join us as we learn as we go in our travel to India and our travel in India! Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to AGRA 00:24 Lucky Guest House 02:13 Buying supplies from a local in Agra 04:37 Is it safe for foreigners to walk alone in Agra city? 11:45 Foreigners eating Indian food, THALI and KADAI chicken in Agra, India 12:13 Restaurant and Rooftop tour of Lucky Guest House in Agra 13:15 One of a kind view of the TAJ MAHAL #india #agra #walkingtour #indianfood Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 17:52 Agra to Jaipur on a LOCAL bus Walking the streets of Jaipur after a 5 hour luxury bus ride from Agra to Jaipur with 'Delhi Belly' to find a pharmacy early on a Sunday morning. Were we successful? After Jenn sadly missing a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra due to stomach issues (travellers diarrhea) we had a 5 hour bus ride to get through to Jaipur. We share the experience and some information on India bus travel and the process of buying the bus tickets etc. Once we arrived in Jaipur, India Leon went for a walk through the streets of Jaipur to find a pharmacy, which he found after attempts and he found some interesting locals along the way too! This is our first time in India. This is our first time to travel to India! This is our first time to travel IN India! #indiatravel #bustravel #jaipur #agra #india To watch more of our videos from INDIA click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGWMlrgN8yE&list=PLR-PV_xcwDg_z1VUA0OURytO8xlcyrQFG 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 09:54 We CAN'T believe THIS HAPPENED at the TAJ MAHAL in Agra, India Taj Mahal, Agra, India! One of the 7 wonders of the world and Jenn missed it. Find out why in this vlog. This is our first time in India and our first time in Agra! Everyone recognizes the iconic Taj Mahal. But what many do not realize is the process involved into visiting starting with early 5am arrivals to avoid or minimize the crowds, shoe covers to see the mausoleum, yet despite it all it is a true marvel to see. Come walk with me and see. 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #agra #india #tajmahal 00:00 Taj Mahal intro 00:25 5:00am rickshaw ride to Taj 00:35 West Gate Taj Mahal 00:45 Entry and Security Requirements at Taj Mahal 01:57 Main gate to Taj 02:25 First glimpse of the Taj Mahal 02:50 Walk about and history of the Taj Mahal 05:40 Mausoleum at Taj Mahal entrance and information 08:00 Guest House and Mosque 08:55 Shivpen Ryouri Restaurant outside main gate of Taj Mahal 09:40 Rickshaw in Agra Reproduzir vídeo Reproduzir vídeo 11:28 Our favourite place in INDIA!? Humayun's Tomb in Delhi 🇮🇳 India Travel vlog Timing is everything! Join us as we unveil the secret to experiencing Humayun's Tomb in its serene glory. We arrived just after sunrise and were captivated by the calm ambiance. Witness the transformation as the peace is gradually replaced by the laughter of happy children, adding a lively touch to the surroundings. Taj Mahal Vibes! As you stroll through the front garden, you'll immediately sense the influence of the iconic Taj Mahal, providing a unique connection between the two majestic landmarks. This glimpse into the architectural harmony sets the stage for our journey to Agra later that day, where we explore the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Chapters 00:00 Humayun's Tomb Entrance and Cost 08:35 Saying hello to local school children! 09:58 Uber ride to the train station 11:17 Arriving at Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station #delhi #india #humayunstomb #travel Ver mais Ainda não há posts publicados nesse idioma Assim que novos posts forem publicados, você poderá vê-los aqui. Check out other countries in Asia Sign up Jenn & Leon at Closer Lives We plan to see, learn, love and share as much of the world with others as possible. That is why we created CLOSERLIVES.com , to create a community for like-minded individuals and to help bring the world a little closer together through poetry, history, storytelling, healing, art, purpose and community. If you'd like to join us please sign up to our website ; the social part is still in the process of being developed but currently you are able to post, share and interact. We'd love to have you here with us! 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Work with us When we began our full-time travel lifestyle we honestly did not know what to expect. YouTube was a foreign concept, and while Jenn has excellent blogging experience Leon did not. Couple that with a dream to travel, but not much of a plan beyond six months, and it almost became like an extended holiday. ​ That all being said, it was an 'extended' holiday of a lifetime that we spent in the marvel that is Mexico. It was towards the end of that holiday, that we really began to consider other ways of earning cash to support our journey online. We started teaching English online to supplement our income and that all kind of halted the savings splurge. Selling all of your worldly possessions is one thing, but it certainly is not a sustainable resource if you do not add to it! So while the teaching helped, it was time and energy consuming, and was starting to feel like the 9-5 lifestyle we had so willingly vanquished in order to see the world. We had to look beyond Mexico, and answer deep questions about what we wanted to achieve here. Do we just want to live in cheaper countries? What do we do with all of the amazing places and sights we are seeing? It was answering these very questions that led us to YouTube, blogging, and ultimately Closer Lives. With our blogging and website developing experience we were able to build this website alone, albeit with the help from Wix! After three years of traveling and research Closer Lives has manifested into a travel blog, store and poetry site with over 25k article views. Maybe miniscule compared to others, but we are still blown away that so many people have come to our site and hopefully, with our hand and our hearts, have been able to take away something useful, helpful, or even inspirational. We are growing with Closer Lives and Jenn and Leon over on YouTube and together with 25k followers combined on Instagram we are continuing to learn, travel and grow with this lifestyle. We aim to reach 100 countries around the globe and will video, photo and document all that we can to deliver the best blogs and vlogs out there. In 2023, we saw some wonderful growth on YouTube, rapidly topping 1 million overall views and ending the year with over 10k subscribers (we started with 1k). Our blog continues to grow at a steady pace, and with this we have received several offers of collaboration. We have joined travel app Klook's affiliate program, and also partnered with several hotels including Royal Agate Resort in Langkawi (Malaysia), Holiday Inn and Suites Jakarta (Indonesia) and Movenpick Hotel (Malaysia). We also partner with AdSense, and have recently implemented maps from Wanderlog to support our readers further. We are thrilled to explore potential business partnerships, sponsorships, collaborations, and ambassador roles with like-minded individuals and organizations. We both believe in the power of meaningful connections and are open to suggestions and creative freedom in order to achieve the best results! ​ If you are interested in exploring collaborations with us at Closer Lives, fill out the form below to provide us with some details about your organization and the type of partnership you are interested in. We look forward to hearing from you! Get in touch First name Phone Last name YouTube Email Website Your message I want to subscribe to the blog. View terms of use Send Thank you! We typically aim to respond with 48-72 hours