Behind Masskara’s Smile: The beginnings of MassKara Festival
I was eight years old and I was standing in front of my mother’s office right across the city plaza watching with awe the crowd[…]
First-time in Panaad sa Negros Festival Part I
“Panaad” or in local language (Hiligaynon), it is about a vow and fulfilling it. For 19 years, the province of Negros Occidental has been fulfilling[…]
First-time in Panaad sa Negros Festival Part II
Going around the Panaad Park, visiting the booths of all 32 local government units can be a bit taxing, though entertaining. But I decided to[…]
First-time in Mambukal Resort
Having visited Mambukal Resort when I was still a toddler, I have so little recollection of what it’s like in this mountain resort. Everytime I[…]
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[…]
A Weekend in Cebu and CDO
It was a challenging weekend – three consecutive mornings spent in three different airports, in three different cities. This is the upside and the downside[…]
Traveling to help Rebuild Cagayan de Oro
In December 2011, amid the holiday frenzy, the Philippines was struck with a challenge when typhoon Sendong (international name: Washi) suddenly took everyone by surprise[…]