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[…]
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[…]
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[…]
2011 Travel Highlights
While excitement at work kicked in pretty hard for me in 2011, it also hindered me to do a lot of exploring outside of my[…]
Three-hour drive to Baguio
Baguio, the summer capital of the Philippines and located in the mountainous region in the north, is a favorite destination of residents of Manila and[…]
First-time in Kanlaon
Mt. Kanlaon is shrouded in mystery. I grew up hearing tales of hermits, fairies and other enchantments that happen around the tallest peak in the[…]
First time in Casablanca
It’s neither the one in Morocco nor the hotel in New York. It’s not even the movie. It’s the private resort along the National Highway[…]
Travelers and their “Firsts”
It has taken me a few more days to put this together due to some late submissions and my increased work load in my day[…]
Lonely Planet Bloggers 1st E-Book Launched!
Two Filipinas are part of this initiative! Blogging started out for me as a passion for writing. Since travel is what I love most, I[…]
Unique, varied observance of Holy Week in the Philippines
Below is a News Release of the Philippine Department of Tourism. Lent in the Philippines is usually observed through weekly fastings and abstinence, penitence as well[…]
Travel to Change
My friends and I were touring Bohol, visiting the famous Chocolate Hills, Lobok River, and the Tarsier Sanctuary. We were wide-eyed as we took in[…]
First-time to walk in darkness
Nothing can compare to my walk in pitch black darkness. Going back to Corregidor Island five months after visiting the island may not hold any novelty[…]
First-time in a Habitat Bloggers Build
I missed the first two Bloggers Build with Habitat for Humanity. To think that I work for this non-profit organization. Finally, I was able to[…]
First-time in Bale Dutung, Pampanga
Lechon Menu Ensaladang Pakô (Fiddle head fern salad) Piniritong Lumpiang Ubod sa Claude’9 Oriental Sauce (Fried all vegetable spring roll with lemon coriander Thai basil[…]
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[…]