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Behind Masskara’s Smile
I wrote this post for the blog, PositiveEnd.com, of my friend Koleen Davila-Palaganas (@koleendavila). Her blog evokes positive things of people, organizations, and cultures. You can read the entire post here – Positive Philippines: Behind Masskara’s Smile. I was eight years old and I was standing in front of my mother’s office right across the city … Continue reading
More fun pic: Corregidor
Corregidor is one of the citadels of the Philippines during World War II. Now, it’s not just an island but a bastion of historical treasures.
More Fun Pic: Batanes’ Rolling Hills
I’ve shared so many travel stories, but I haven’t shared that much visuals. Apart from my first-time travel essays and my reviews (hotels, restaurants, etc.), I’m adding color to my site with my More Fun Pic series. This is to honor my country, the Philippines, and to be in line with our new tourism tagline … Continue reading
It’s More Fun in the Philippines for a First-time Traveler
The Philippines’ tourism department recently launched the new campaign, “It’s more fun in the Philippines.” To this, I totally agree. There are 7,107 reasons why it is more fun to be in this part of the world than anywhere else. It’s even a lot more fun for a first-time traveler to see the wonders the … Continue reading
First-time in Langkawi, Malaysia
The Adventure It was past 10:00 pm and we just had finished our meal at Marry Brown, inside Kuala Lumpur’s Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT). My friend, Karen, and I, were surfing through our individual laptops, trying to find a way out of our situation. You see, our trip to Putrajaya delayed us for several … Continue reading
First-time in Rarinjinda Resort
It may look like a botique hotel from the outside but once you enter its doors, it’s as if you are brought inside a different world. Rarinjinda Wellness Spa Resort is your perfect hideaway tucked in the heart of Chiang Mai. The most interesting part is that Rarinjinda House, or Ruen RarinJinda, is a 140-year … Continue reading
First-time in Mandarin Oriental Chiang Mai
The golden streaks of the sun setting was our backdrop as we rode towards our accommodation in Chiang Mai. From a morning flight from Bangkok, we spent the whole day going to a dentist, eating a sumptuous lunch at a château, and visiting several temples around the city’s center. After a packed day, it was … Continue reading
First-time in Silk Street Mall, Beijing
Silk Street Mall is neither your ordinary street nor your usual mall. It was something I’d find anywhere in the Philippines. Yet, tourists, especially those from Europe or the America, love to go to Silk Street Mall. There were a bunch of kids who were having a field trip there. There were Spanish families donning … Continue reading
First-time in the Ligligan Festival
Apart from exploring the entire stretch of the Philippine archipelago, one thing I also want to fulfill is to witness the various festivals in our colorful and culture-rich country. This year, I can tick off another Filipino festival, called the Ligligan Parul, or the Giant Lantern Festival of San Fernando, Pampanga. Together with an American … Continue reading
Christmas in the Philippines
If you happen to visit the Philippines during the Christmas season, don’t be surprised to find the country abuzz with so much celebration. Being the only Christian dominated country in Asia, the Philippines start the season as soon as the calendar hit the “-ber” months. So, as early as September, the countdown to Christmas begins, … Continue reading
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