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    Journey to Finland

    Leaving Dubai: A Bittersweet Goodbye

    August 11, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 7 minutesLeaving a country we had called home for almost 10 years wasn’t easy. There were so many things we needed to settle before our move, and saying goodbye to a place that had become part of our lives was one of the biggest challenges. Dubai is a…

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    Singapore Layover: How to Make the Most of a Short Visit

    August 10, 2026 - By Dii

    Reading Time: 12 minutesIt was my first time setting foot in Singapore in July 2019, when I was flying back to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from my home country, the Philippines, after my annual month-long vacation. What was supposed to be simply a layover turned into a mini adventure. I’ve…

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    10 Evidence-Based Reasons to Consider Drinking Green Tea

    August 7, 2026 - By Dii

    Reading Time: 6 minutesA cup of green tea a day? Green tea has been enjoyed for thousands of years and is made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis. Unlike black tea, green tea is processed without fermentation, which helps preserve many of its naturally occurring compounds, including polyphenols and catechins.…

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    10 Reasons Why You Should Have Plants in Your Room

    August 7, 2026 - By Dii

    Reading Time: 5 minutesHave you noticed how your friends and coworkers love putting plants in their homes and offices? Perhaps you’ve considered doing the same, but then you think about the time and effort required to take care of them. Do you really have enough time for plants? Do you…

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    The Power of a Grateful Heart

    August 4, 2026 - By Dii

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“Home isn’t always where you’re born. Sometimes it’s where your heart learns to belong.”

About The Author

Hei! I’m Dii Roqz, the voice behind Pinoy Up North.

We’re from the Philippines, and my family’s journey has taken us through Dubai and eventually to our new home in Finland, where we arrived in April 2023.

Here, I share our everyday experiences – from family life and travel to health, education, migration, and the joys and challenges of adapting to life in the Nordic north.

I hope our stories inspire, inform, and remind you that home isn’t just a place … but memories we create along the way.

Welcome to our journey! 🇵🇭❤️🇫🇮

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