Going Places With Yael Umali
 

Yael shows us how to enjoy magical adventures while feeling good, doing more good, and treating everyone and everything with a kinder heart.โœจ๐Ÿ’›


TELL US A LITTLE SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF.

Iโ€™m a firm believer that living your best life is in enjoying the magic in front of you. And that it wonโ€™t cost you to be kind to any given stranger on any given day. I used to work in retail and publishing until I decided in 2018 to pursue a full-time career in fitness. I can proudly say that I love my job and being able to share my passion for movement. Outside of my daily coaching, I like to take trips with my four dogs to the beach and just laze around with a good book in hand.

 

TAKE US TO YOUR FAVORITE PLACE.

Destination: Tokyo, Japan ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต / Any beach in The Philippines, really ๐Ÿ˜Š ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ

Where to go:

Japan: Iโ€™m sure everyone who has visited Japan has said this, but thereโ€™s just something about the warmth of the Japanese. My last visit to Japan was on a whim in Oct of 2019. I was supposed to go to Australia and my visa didnโ€™t come through on time, so I booked the next flight out to Tokyo because I already took two weeks off and I was confident I didnโ€™t need a plan to enjoy the city.

Philippines: If you live in Manila, Batangas is always a good getaway. For the islands, Coron or San Vicente in Palawan and Boracay during the off-season are great.

What to do:

Japan: For your first visit, I would suggest hitting the usual tourist spots. Definitely check out the temples, UNESCO sites, beautiful parks, etc. But if you do find yourself going back, take a longer trip and just immerse yourself and walk around the main areas- Shinjuku, Shibuya, Harajuku, etc. I love discovering hole-in-the-wall shops and restaurants.

I would also suggest getting a JR Pass to take day trips to nearby places. One of my favorite places is Enoshima, just off the Shลnan coast. You can also splurge a bit to ride the Shinkansen in order to go to Kyoto, Narra, or Osaka. Although, please do take a separate trip if able because those places are their own magic.

Philippines: Beaches- Bring your pets if you have any. Thatโ€™s my numero uno hehe I think a good company is the best thing to have on a trip and I just love to let the days unfold with not much planned out. No plan is the best plan!

Stories by Wink: Going Places With Yael Umali
 
Stories by Wink: Going Places With Yael Umali
 

Where to eat:

Japan: Harajuku Gyoza Lou - they specialize inโ€ฆgyoza lol but thatโ€™s all you need plus a pint of beer and the chicken soup

Coffee shops- thereโ€™s no shortage of great coffee shops in Tokyo

Butagumi- quality tonkatsu

Sushi sushi sushi everywhere!

Local Beaches: Take time to take a trip to the local market for whatโ€™s in season

Local cafes and restaurants are always an option to support the community

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Where to stay:

I like to stay in a cute Airbnb or a boutique hotel โค๏ธ

Must-have adventure staple: A journal and Winkโ€™s Laser Facials for that extra confidence boost and fuss-free adventures โค๏ธ

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ON THE HORIZON

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You need some rest and relaxation, where would you go next:

Honestly, I just like taking a few days or a week off to go to any beach here in The Philippines. We really truly do have the best beaches that Iโ€™m very grateful to have access to. Iโ€™m looking forward to our yearly holiday trip where I get to bring all my dogs with me, so they too can enjoy the beach. Being with them at the beach is my recipe for a perfect day.

 

GOING PLACES WITH WINK

How does Wink help you keep moving and exploring new (or even familiar) adventures?

I believe in what you put out in the universe is what you get back. With Wink, I feel good about myself, and if I feel good, I tend to do more good and treat everyone and everything around me with a kinder heart. No one wants a negative Nancy on a trip, right? ๐Ÿ˜Š

Stories by Wink: Going Places With Yael Umali
 
Stories by Wink: Going Places With Yael Umali
โ€œWith Wink, I feel good about myself,ย and if I feel good, I tend to do more good and treat everyone and everything around me with a kinder heart.โ€
 
 

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