There I was again traveling alone. It usually happens whenever I travel for business wherein I would be left to my own devices. Having been used to working with non-profits, I often visited new and unfamiliar places without any welcoming party at the airport or a transport service. Sometimes it sounded scary but I always …
Right after our plane touched down in the runway of the Dumaguete City airport, at the capital of the Negros Oriental province in the Philippines, we embarked on about half an hour ride by van to the southern part of the island towards Malatapay Beach Resort. It was night when we arrived at the resort. …
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Before it’s name came about, it was only referred to as “Kay To(to) Larry”, which literally means “Larry’s Place” or “Toto Larry’s Place”, with “toto” as a form of endearment to men in the Hiligaynon language. Thus, the resort became popularly known as “Kaitulari” and the name stuck. Kaitulari is a resort tucked in the …
I went home last Christmas with a mission: to visit another tourist spot in my own province. It helps to know what’s going on in my own backyard, figuratively speaking, so that when I travel, I also get to talk about interesting things about my hometown. Being away from home for 11 months in a …
With a stroke of imagination and a palette of vibrant words, let me paint for you the sprawling canvas of Cebu City. Imagine a tapestry woven from the threads of rich history and pulsating modernity, where the skyline dances with skyscrapers, and colonial remnants stand proudly as testament to bygone eras. The streets are the …
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The eastern side of the Mindoro Island—Oriental Mindoro—is known for the white sand beach at Puerto Galera. Apart from Boracay, it is one of the most sought-after beach destinations in the Philippines because of its proximity to the main island of Luzon. Despite its popularity, this writer, unfortunately, has not ventured anywhere this famous beach. …
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As you step into Bacolod City, a wondrous realm unfolds before your eyes. It is a place where happiness swirls in graceful pirouettes, emanating from the genuine smiles that grace every face. The air carries whispers of a city that has been shaped by a rich tapestry of colors, each thread woven with passion and …
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Out of the glistening waters of the Philippines, Boracay emerges as a tropical paradise that captures the hearts of wanderers seeking an idyllic getaway. With its powdery white sand beaches, azure blue waters, and a vibrant island atmosphere, Boracay beckons travelers from far and wide. From leisurely sunbathing on the shorelines to exhilarating water sports …
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To tourists and travelers, Negros Oriental is the eastern part of the two-province-one-island Negros, which is located in the Visayas area of the Philippines. To me, it’s the other side of the island where I was born. Dumaguete City, its capital, has played an important role in my teenage years and after 15 years of …
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Bohol has so many things to offer. It is not as crowded as the beaches of Boracay and there are so many things to see in this lovely island. Many times, it is overshadowed by its neighbor Cebu, or the Queen of the South, where the country’s second largest city is found. But Bohol in …
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