Girl We Love: Monique Tolentino
 

Fun fact about you

I can't stay in a city for too long. I'm my best self when I'm around trees and the ocean, this is why I choose to work remotely so I can still focus on my career while pursuing the stress-free lifestyle I want.

What do you like most about traveling?

Trying out different cuisines. I looooove to eat. I believe that you can learn a lot about a place and their history based on their food. It's such a satisfying and rewarding way to educate yourself on different cultures and their people.

I believe that you can learn a lot about a place and their history based on their food.
 

What do you do when you're not traveling? 

I was raised in a very family-oriented household so when I'm not traveling, I'm probably just at my mom's house enjoying a warm cup of coffee and good conversations with my parents and siblings.

Any surprising things you bring with you when you travel?

I can't leave the house without at least one bottle of essential oil! I have essential oils for everything, but when I travel I always bring something to counter bad smells in cramped spaces like planes and lavender or eucalyptus for the rare occasion of motion sickness.

 
 
 
 

What's the last trip you took?

I'm currently answering this interview from Bali, Indonesia!

Favorite hotel/accommodation you've stayed at

I love villa hopping! I usually try to find accommodations through AirBnb. I like the feeling of being able to create a home wherever I go.

 

What's the one place you keep going back to:

I'm always in Bali. Bali has the perfect balance of beach life with all the conveniences of city living, it's hard not to fall in love with this island.

Top 3 places on your must-visit list: 

1. UK - I'm a huge Harry Potter and Beatles nerd, so a Beatles and HP tour would definitely top my travel list.

2. Exuma - Pigs are my favorite animal and I would love to swim with the cute piggies there

3. Italy - I want to learn how to make pasta from an Italian grandma

 

What do you like most about Wink?  

The service and results are impeccable!

How does Wink help you with your travels? 

Having done the Wink Laser Facial saves me on so much time and effort to get ready. Plus since I'm always on the beach, I know that I always look my best even with no makeup or even after being wiped out by the waves and being under extreme weather conditions.

Having done the Wink Laser Facial saves me on so much time and effort to get ready.
 

Follow Monique’s adventures here.