My first out-of-the-country tour happened last May 2012 in the progressive country of Singapore. We were sent by our then company, Friendster Philippines for a brief assignment/conference in National University of Singapore for RedDotRuby Conference 2012. 

Backed only with 100 USD as an allowance we visited some significant landmarks of the tiger country like Sentosa Island, Universal Studios Singapore, Chinatown and Merlion Park. 

Summer of 2012, we did an island hopping to the northernmost part of Zambales. San Antonio, Zambales is the place where the majestic beach can be found. Out of more or less 7 beaches/coves in the town, we visited 4 of them. Budget is not a problem for just a small amount, you will enjoy the endearing and captivating nature trip.