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Lanai by Fresh Start.

LANAI by Fresh Start: A Relaxing Natural Dining Experience

LANAI by Fresh Start opened its doors to the public on December 8, 2021, and although I wasn’t able to visit on that day, I[…]

McDonald's

McDonald’s most modern-designed store in Bacolod City

Locals and tourists alike have a place where they can hangout and enjoy the Negrense scenery to its finest. The much-awaited opening of the unique[…]

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity Philippines’ projects in Negros

Having worked with non-profits during my career, I want to dedicate some space here in my site for the good works they are doing, especially[…]

Northill Gateway

Holiday excitement at Northill Gateway

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[…]

Art Deco

The Art Deco District of Bacolod

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[…]

Merzci Banana Chips

Going bananas over Merzci Special Banana Chips

It’s a must for every visitor of Negros Occidental to bring back home the sweet goodies of the sugarbowl of the Philippines. Take your pick[…]

Negros Occidental

Living La Dolce Vita in Negros Occidental

A trip to Negros Occidental can be summed up in one word: Manamit! It means yummy, flavorful, appetizing, good taste, delicious and so much more.[…]

Negros food

Feasting on Negros Food: A Culinary Delight

Breathtaking beaches, beautiful mountains, colorful festivals and smiling people draw travelers to the sock-shaped island of Negros. Negros is divided into two provinces: Negros Occidental[…]

Air Asia

AirAsia’s new route: Manila-Bacolod

There are more reasons to fly and visit Bacolod City and the various towns and cities in the province of Negros Occidental as AirAsia, the[…]

Rapha Valley

9 Things to do in Rapha Valley, Negros Occidental

If you want to have a staycation near Bacolod City but where you can be close to nature, then Rapha Valley at Don Salvador Benedicto[…]

Iloilo City

10 Things to See in Iloilo City: Marvelling the City of Love

Dubbed as the “City of Love”, Iloilo City is the capital of the province of Iloilo in Panay Island, Philippines. It is one of the[…]

Balsa River Cruise

First-time in the Balsa River Cruise and Floating Restaurant

A sumptuous lunch. Beautiful scenery. Fresh air. Lovely birds. All these you can enjoy at the Balsa River Cruise and Floating Restaurant right after the[…]

Richmonde Iloilo

First-time in Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, a Megaworld Property

It’s been quite some time when I last roamed Iloilo City, which is in Panay Island, Philippines. Iloilo has an international airport that serves local[…]

Stonehill Suites: Your Accommodation Option in Bacolod City

The name “Bacolod” came from the old Hiligaynon word “bakolod” that described the stony, hilly resettlement (currently the site of Barangay Granada) that evolved into[…]

PAL opens MassKara Festival 2018 with a free concert

As Bacolod City celebrates its 39th MassKara Festival on 8th to 28th October 2018, Philippine Airlines, the country’s first and only 4-Star global airline, will[…]