Category: Asia
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Holiday excitement at Northill Gateway
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From a dazzling Christmas spectacle to another much-awaited ‘first,’ this Megaworld township never runs out of surprises to keep everyone smiling There’s so much to keep Bacolodnons excited about the Christmas Season as Northill Gateway, Megaworld’s 53-hectare township located right at the boundary of Bacolod City and Talisay City along…
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Megaworld Dominates Office Market in Iloilo City
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At this time when travelling has many restrictions and requirements, my easiest and safest bet as destinations are those within the island of Negros and across the sea to Iloilo City in Panay Island. That’s the beauty and, at the same time, the challenge of living in an archipelago. I’ve…
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The Art Deco District of Bacolod
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As a former volunteer of the Wikimedia Foundation’s Philippine Heritage Mapping project, I have visited a number of Art Deco structures in Metro Manila and found such historical buildings interesting. For years, I have longed to see the interiors of the Art Deco heritage house of the Villanueva family along…
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First-time at the Phaya Thai Palace: A Royal Residence
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It was a warm afternoon when we arrived at the Phaya Thai Palace or Phya Thai Palace in Bangkok’s Ratchathewi District. It plays a significant part in the royal family of Thailand as it was a Royal Residence during the reign of King Chulalongkorn or King Rama V. When we…
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10 things to see in Siargao
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Siargao island is no longer the secluded haven it once used to be. Over the past few years, it exploded in popularity among local and foreign tourists alike. Luckily, this beautiful island is quite big, so even though the main tourist area (General Luna) can get a bit crowded at…
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First-time in Chocolate Ville, Bangkok
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When it comes to interesting places to dine and roam around at night, Bangkok offers a wide array of choices for locals and travelers alike. If you want to feast your mouth on a variety of food and feast your eyes to beautiful sights, then the Chocolate Ville in Bangkok…
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First-time at the Jim Thompson House & Museum
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“Welcome to the Jim Thompson House,” our lovely Thai guide said in her deep British accent voice. This tourist destination was a place I wanted to visit during my recent Thailand trip because it sounded new to my ears. I’ve seen it listed in many must-visit lists when in Bangkok…
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First-time in Wat Bang Kung: The Temple Under A Tree
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As our bus entered the compound of the wat, rows of men in various fighting positions filled both sides of the road at the entryway of the temple. And when I thought it was an ordinary temple like the ones I have previously visited, it turned out that Wat Bang…
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First-time in the Amphawa Floating Market
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Floating markets are not uncommon in Thailand. While I’ve been to this Southeast Asian country several times, visiting a floating market is something that remained unchecked in my must-do-in-Thailand list. This time around, I made sure that I visit a floating market, so my sister and I booked a tour…
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First-time in the Maeklong Railway Market
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Snaking through the crowded narrow alley, we braved the early afternoon heat at the Maeklong Railway Market in Thailand. Shops and restaurants fill up both sides of the train tracks. Thanks to the tarpaulins over us, they were screening us against the sun. But when the train arrived, those tarpaulins…
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The International Cuisines at Vikings Bacolod to Feast On
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Smörgåsbord. It is a word we often hear that is associated with having so many food preparations where you can enjoy a lot of choices. Merriam-Webster defines it as “luncheon or supper buffet offering a variety of foods and dishes (such as hors d’oeuvres, hot and cold meats, smoked and…
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A day trip to Ayutthaya: The Ruins and Beauty of the Kingdom
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During my first trip to Thailand in 2001, Ayutthaya was one of the places we visited. It was an extremely hot day, and I could remember seeing ruins, stupas and chedis. But digital cameras and smartphones were not yet common at that time, and all that I have on hand…
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First-time in Bang Pa-In Palace: Roaming the Summer Palace
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Bang Pa-In Royal Palace was built during the 17th century during the reign of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, one of the earlier kingdoms of modern-day Thailand. Located at the Bang Pa-In District, 24 km south of Ayutthaya, which is about 20-30 minutes away from the old capital. Roger, our guide, began…
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Thipsamai: A Michelin-Star Restaurant with the Best Pad Thai
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Having been hooked to Korean variety shows, I saw on these travel programs where the cast visited the famous Thipsamai Restaurant in Bangkok, Thailand. I remembered scenes where there were lines outside, so it got me curious as well. My palate easily adjusts to local flavors and Thai cuisine is…
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Wat Saket: Climbing the Top of The Golden Mount Temple
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Although I have been to Bangkok several times, it was only in 2019 that I have learned of Wat Saket through the Korean travel variety show, Thrifter’s Guide to Luxurious Travels or Salty Tour. The first trip they took for the new season in 2019 was to Thailand and they…