Nothing compares to the Filipinos’ love for food. Aside from the usual three meals served each day, Filipinos still enjoy taking several snacks in between those meals. And if you want to know where to grab these snacks, remember to go where the locals go – to the streets. The street food scene of the … More Hungry? Here’s Philippine’s Classic STREET FOOD Favorites
I’ve never thought of Manila as a destination. It has always been a stopover; a gateway; a bridge that links to all the wonderful places around the beautiful island of Luzon. Its glints and glamour may seem inviting but one could only agree that it is also a home to: as Isa Garcia says it, … More I’m NOT coming back to Manila
This is not how I pictured the island of Panglao. It was supposed to be full of fun and adventure – the way my classmates enthusiastically described it back then. But definitely there was no fun in chasing those poor dolphins. There was no adventure in going to that Virgin Island when the island has … More Beyond the Tourist Spots of Panglao Island
WHAT’S IN HERE: Places to visit and Things to do in Coron, Palawan How to get around Coron, Palawan Recommended Travel Agency in Coron, Palawan Dakilanglaagan Friendly Reminders Coron, Palawan is bursting with so much natural beauty. From lakes to its astounding mountaintops, coral gardens, shipwrecks, and pristine white sand beaches, it is of no … More Here’s why it’s okay to NOT VISIT ALL TOURIST SPOTS in Coron, Palawan
Fate sometimes leads you to unexpected places – just like what happened to this trip to Anda de Boracay. We were playing volleyball that afternoon when Arjonna suddenly pops up an invitation to Bohol. I was hesitant at first, but when the magic word “free accommodation and food” was mentioned, bags were instantly packed and … More An unexpected trip to Anda de Boracay after we crashed a Wedding
When hikers say that the best view always comes after the hardest climb, they really mean it. Literally and figuratively. Hiking is no easy feat – much more if prompted with extreme weather conditions, fatigue, altitude sickness, hunger, and unstable emotions. Yet, hikers continue to push to their limits, to see how far they … More Philippine’s Most Beautiful Crater Lakes
It takes a leap of faith to venture into the unknown – to dive into the deep seas, ascend into summits, and cross into critical boundaries. But have you ever tried crossing the seas for the sake of strengthening and deepening your faith? Do you include religious sites as part of your itineraries? Have you … More Change of Faith in Isola de Francesco
What would you do if you weren’t afraid? Such a coincidental question posted by Angel on Facebook after deciding to waive my return tickets for a major climb and declining two free concert passes. Such an opportune time to waste. But you see, as you age, you become more particular with the amount of risks … More Was it wrong to visit Sambawan Island?
Promises are sacred. They are bound to be kept. But in the gradual unfolding of things in the grand scheme of life, you will realize that some promises are meant to be broken. And it’s fine. When I started hiking, I promised to myself that I would only visit Albay if Mt. Mayon would be … More Breaking a Promise in Albay
There were so many things that we weren’t able to do during our visit in Catanduanes – simply because almost everything is under construction. The road to Maribina Falls? Under construction. Virac Cathedral? Under construction. Bato Centennial Church? Under construction. Public market? Under construction. Hotel swimming pool? Still, under construction. Can Catanduanes really substantiate its … More BEWARE: Everything in Catanduanes is Under Construction
