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When the longing for authentic Pinoy dishes strikes in the U.S., Isla Grand stands ready to transport your taste buds back to the Philippines.

Carmina is traveling to the United States to spend time with her family. My dad planned a family gathering for Mother's Day at their favorite Pinoy restaurant . Since reservations aren’t possible, we arrived an hour early to ensure we could get a table for twelve before everyone else showed up. As my dad approached Isla Grand , the branch we visited in Pleasant Hills, California , the host at the door said they could prepare a table for twelve at five o'clock. Later, the server called my dad's name and guided us to our table. The place was bustling with people enjoying meals and celebrating Mother's Day. On our first visit to Isla Grand, I was captivated by the décor, noticing many native items that gave the place a fancy yet authentic Filipino feel. They usually have a live band, but unfortunately, there was no entertainment the night we went. My family had spoken highly of Isla Grand and encouraged us to try the Filipino dishes we’ve been missing from back home. Lech...

Day 7: Dinner Pizza Cruise in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Last dinner with our tour group as we all separate and say our goodbye. Tips: You are traveling with a senior they are not able to cope with the pressure moving one hotel to another. They don't have the patience, and you will deal with complain. They get hungry and frustrated easily. I learned to bring extra snacks on the tour bus. We had so many stops over which was necessary needs to for people riding with us.  I learned you need to have a lot of coins in handy there is a charge every time you use their restroom. The advantage even if you use their restroom in gas station you can convert your ticket stub to buy something in return at their convenient store.  It is best to have a power bank along with you during your trip, some tour bus allows you to charge your phone during the bus ride. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. ...

Day 7: Walking Around in Amsterdam

It is time to explore on our own before we have our dinner together with our Expact Tour. Let's have a snack before our dinner!

Day 7: Ruks Museum Amsterdam

We have a free day to explore on our own pace with a time limit what time we need to meet our tour group. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support.

Day 7: Windmill, Amsterdam, Neitherlands

This is my new friend Liza whom I have met during our tour we had a lot in common we love bringing our selfie monopod and taking pictures that time we also had the same model phone. As the days getting to know each other we have kept in touch other than Facebook to connect all my new friends. NOT SPONSORED. Subscribe @ Carmina Lifestyle YouTube Channel  a place to look, discover and share. Thank you for your support.