Author: Claire Algarme
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Travel Discovery: Seeing Familiar Places Through New Eyes
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There is a certain magic in travel discovery that happens when you return to a place you thought you already knew. The streets may look familiar, but somehow, there is always another corner waiting to surprise you. I have always believed that traveling does not necessarily mean collecting new countries. Sometimes, it…
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The Lind Boracay Shines with Prestigious Travel Accolades
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A beautiful beach can attract travelers, but creating an experience that brings them back requires something more. At The Lind Boracay, thoughtful hospitality, distinctive design, and memorable experiences continue to earn recognition. The resort recently added another accolade to its growing list of achievements. It ranked No. 6 among the Philippines’…
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One Museum at a Time: Learning History, Discovering the Past
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Some travelers plan their journeys around beaches, food, shopping, or adventure. I enjoy all these experiences too, but because I have always been fascinated by history, a museum often becomes one of the meaningful stops in my itinerary. I do not necessarily travel specifically for museums. However, whenever there is…
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Travel Itinerary: More Than a Schedule, It’s All About You
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Have you ever looked at someone else’s travel itinerary and wondered, “How do they have the energy to visit twelve places in one day?” Or perhaps you’ve glanced at another person’s schedule and thought, “That’s it? They only have one attraction planned?” Neither itinerary is wrong. In fact, a travel itinerary says more…
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Travelling Abroad: 7 Life Lessons You Can Learn From It
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There is a certain magic that happens when you leave familiar surroundings and step into another part of the world. That is the beauty of travelling abroad. It takes you beyond the boundaries of what you know and introduces you to experiences that challenge your perspectives, awaken your curiosity, and enrich…
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Plaza de Masskara at The Upper East: A Place for Celebration
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Plaza de Masskara at The Upper East in Bacolod City is beginning to take shape as a new public square that will soon bring together the city’s culture, community life, and festive spirit in one open space. Even in its early stage, the 4,100-square-meter plaza already hints at the kind of…
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Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo: Comfort and Convenience Meet
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There are hotels that simply provide a place to sleep, and then there are hotels that become part of the journey itself. During our recent weekend trip to Iloilo City, I discovered that the latter perfectly describes Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo. For our first time to stay at the hotel,…
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Iloilo Weekend Getaway: Fine Restaurants and Memorable Meals
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Some birthdays are celebrated with cakes and candles. Mine was marked by a boat ride across the Guimaras Strait, the gentle sway of the sea carrying us toward Iloilo City, a place where food is not merely sustenance but culture itself. Declared a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2023, Iloilo welcomed us…
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Bacolod Restaurants That Used to Be Houses: Home Sweet Home
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Bacolod is called the City of Smiles for a reason. While a few high-rise buildings now punctuate the skyline, much of the city still moves at a gentler pace. Tree-lined streets, quiet subdivisions, and old family homes continue to define its character, some of which convert into Bacolod restaurants. Unlike…
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10 Japanese Restaurants To Visit When in Bacolod City
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Steam curls from a bowl of ramen, seaweed whispering against springy noodles; a gleam of sushi catches the light like tiny jewels; tempura shatters with a gratifying crunch. You don’t need a boarding pass to the Land of the Rising Sun to taste these moments. In Bacolod, often called the…
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Pickleball Courts in Bacolod at Megaworld’s Northill Gateway
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Pickleball is officially taking root in Bacolod City. Megaworld is expanding the global pickleball trend with four new tournament-standard courts at Northill Courtyard, the newest sports and recreational hub within its 53-hectare Northill Gateway township along the Bacolod-Silay Airport Access Road. Set to open in July, this will be the first dedicated pickleball facility along this…
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Panaad sa Negros Festival 2026: Celebrating Local Culture
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The Panaad sa Negros Festival celebration consistently draws curious travelers seeking authentic provincial culture each year. I rarely cover this massive event professionally, yet I faithfully visit these vibrant grounds whenever April arrives. This year, my mother and my aunt recently asked me to accompany them explore the bustling festival pavilions together. We…
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Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod and its Biodiesel Initiative
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SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC), the owning and managing company of Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod, continues to advance its sustainability agenda as the property strengthens its circular economy initiatives through expanded partnerships and community-driven programs. At a time when global fuel volatility continues to challenge local industries, Park…
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Paella Gigante 2026: A Night of Joy by the Sea
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The clock neared four in the afternoon when I turned off the highway toward the shimmering sea waters. Villa Olivia in Talisay City ushered us to Paella Gigante with vibrant life and rhythmic drum beats echoing around us. Right after registration, Masskara dancers in sequined costumes swept us into colorful…
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Kingdom Come: The Ancient Empires of Southeast Asia
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Each step I took across the sun-warmed stones of Angkor Wat or along the sacred terraces of Borobudur pulled me deeper into the heartbeat of a forgotten kingdom. Those ancient sites did not merely rest beneath strangler figs and mossy carvings; they spoke. They resurrected entire kingdoms that once commanded…