First-time Travels

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Slow & Easy in Anilao

Fishes of various colors and sizes swarmed around us as my friends threw in bits of bread into the sea. It was delightful to be[…]

First-time in Mabuhay Palace

“We’re on the road We move from place to place” It was labor day. One must have minded working on a holiday. I would have.[…]

First-time in Forest House

“Can you take us to that restaurant with a good overlooking view?” one of my colleagues asked my officemate who grew up in Baguio City.[…]

Manny Pacquiao

Finding Manny Pacquiao in Baguio

“Ninong” is a Filipino endearment for a godfather, which usually connotes a person who generously gives out gifts, especially during the Christmas season. This is[…]

To Donsol and Back

There’s something about Donsol that wants you to come back. So, after seven years of taking pleasure on its natural attractions, I’m back with a[…]

First-time in Vitton Beach Resort

After a gruelling 18 hours on the road, including several stops for breakfast, sightseeing, shopping, and lunch, arriving at Vitton Beach Resort was a welcome[…]

Twinkling Trees, Enchanting Fireflies

A romance to remember. Tiny bits of light glitter in a synchronized manner as if a Christmas song is played in the background. But these[…]

Tips When Swimming With Whale Sharks

“Look down!” our guide shouted. There he was, in all his splendor and beauty, with his white spots that marked him distinctly as a whale[…]

First-time in Water Camp

Thanks to the new Cavitex, getting to the historic town of Kawit, Cavite from Makati, the commercial business district of the capital, takes only less[…]

More fun pic: Calauit, Palawan

Calauit seemed to be a forgotten island. It had its share of fame during the Marcos administration when it was developed as an animal sanctuary.[…]

First-time at the Sky Garden

Not everyone knows where it is. It’s not a public place but some events do happen here. For those holding office at the Enterprise building[…]

First-time in the PyroMusical Competition

I have watched several fireworks display before — be it during the New Year celebrations, festivals, or the weekend mall attractions. Yet, the 2012 Philippine[…]

Villa on Top of the (Resorts) World

Resorts World Manila is that beautiful complex across the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 that has a mall, a theater, hotels, condominiums, and a[…]

Be a Blogger for Habitat Youth Build

I remember the time when I was called to a meeting for a big project to be initiated by young people. We just finished the[…]

The MRT Itinerary in Metro Manila

A first-time tourist in Manila may enjoy going around the city by the traditional jeepney. But smog and traffic can probably make you think twice[…]