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The TravelniDonna Story

 I started this blog when I came back from vacation to Philippines in 2008. My mom had no idea back then that I was visiting (after 4 years from being in Canada), so I had conspired with my uncles and aunts back home what's happening. Apparently, they told my mom not to leave the house as there was a 'special package' coming in.

 I was soooo excited to come home and see my family. So, the 'special package' came. My mom screamed her lungs out when she saw me, and we both cried with joy seeing each other again. I got a scolding from her afterwards, though, and she made me promise no more surprises like that. Lol.

 As a birthday present for my mom, we took off to Lagen Island, El Nido, Palawan. Of course, another surprise for her. We both fell inlove with the island. Lush greeneries, accomodating locals, great food, sunny skies & powdery sands, I mean, whatelse can you ask for? It is paradise on Earth.

 With the help of my brother who has a Midas touch with computers, and that unforgettable vacation saved in my memory, Travel Ni Donna was born.

 I will be chronicling places wherever the bug takes me. 
Oh! And hey, travelling is nothing without food, so why not bring out the flavours of the world as well-- thru my tiny kitchen. 

 For sweet and pretty confections that are too adorable to eat, head over to my blog Mademoiselle Vanilla, and you'll be tempted to try some sweet stuff to wow the crowd.

 So, hop on, it's gonna be awesome and yummy adventure!

xoxo
Donna Maramba 
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