Category: Thematic
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Eat’s More Fun in Bacolod: A List of Local Food Destinations
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Home sweet home. It truly is. That’s because home is Bacolod, the capital of the sugar bowl of the Philippines. It is known for its delectable food, especially desserts. I’ve already written some fine eating places in the City of Smiles in my previous blog post Eat is Bacolod. Ever…
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Wats in Chiang Mai: Exploring these Mystical Marvels
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Chiang Mai is home to one of the old Thai cultures, as seen in the many heritage sites in the city. In fact, the old square alone has several ancient temples that reflect the Lanna culture. Visiting Chiang Mai is like stepping into a realm where spirituality intertwines with architectural…
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First-time at the Lanna Folklife Museum in Chiang Mai
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Roaming this northern part of Thailand, I have seen its façade four years ago for I have been to the building just across the street. This year, I finally had the chance to enter the Lanna Folklife Museum in Chiang Mai where it documents the way of living of ancient…
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Science & Tech Fair at CMICE in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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On a dark afternoon, while the mist covered the mountain view of Chiang Mai and its vicinity, the large expanse of the Chiang Mai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (CMICE) appeared before us as we approached the compound. We were checking out one of the recommended venues in the northern…
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First-time to design a traditional umbrella in Chiang Mai
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I always love to paint. Imagine my delight when we were given the opportunity to design our own very own hand-made umbrellas. It was a windy afternoon when we visited the Thailand Creative and Design Center (TCDC) in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where we did this quick but fun activity. But…
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First-time in 137 Pillars House: Relaxing in Chiang Mai
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Fresh Mango Carpaccio with fresh Tuna, beetroot compote and simmered Shiitake mushroom served with avocado and lime mousse, mustard seed and tamarind dressing. Chargrilled fish fillet with garlic butter chili lime emulsion and vegetable “Misticanze”. French Baked Cheesecake with fresh berries compote sauce and spiral Tuile. There goes my diet. But,…
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First-Time at the Royal Project Thailand: A Hope to People
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There are places that impress you with their beauty. Then there are places that quietly change the way you see the world. For me, that place was the Royal Project Thailand in Chiang Mai. When I first arrived at Doi Mon Cham, Thailand, I felt as though I was standing on top…
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First-time in Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa Chiang Mai
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Our home for our brief visit in Chiang Mai, Thailand is the lush and serene Siripanna Villa Resort and Spa. It exudes “the essence of charming Lanna aesthetics”, preserving the rich heritage of the northern Thailand people. I have been to Chiang Mai twice already and I was happy that…
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First-time in Asiatique the Riverfront in Bangkok
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The Asiatique in Bangkok’s Riverfront is one of the newest places to be in the Land of Smiles. It’s a dining, shopping, and entertainment venue in one. It opens at 5:00 pm until midnight, providing a new vibe to Bangkok’s nightlife. But did you know that Asiatique was once a…
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First-time at The Siam Hotel: History and Home in Bangkok
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It was a fast ride to The Siam Hotel. As we touched down on a Sunday afternoon, the Bangkok streets were free of the usual traffic scene. More so, the police escort that we had, as part of our MICE lane experience for this familiarization trip by the Thailand Convention…
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Thailand gears to be a strong MICE destination
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Bound for Bangkok, Thailand for a MICE familiarization trip, I was engrossed playing a game onboard Thai Airways, one of our trip’s sponsor when the passenger seated beside me asked if he should also fill out the form, the immigration card, that I inserted in my passport. I answered in…
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First-time Around Silay: Admiring its Heritage Buildings
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Amid the darkened sky and the impending rain, the heritage homes in Silay City — dubbed in olden days as the Paris of Negros Occidental. This city in the Philippines stand proud as they showed off marks of endurance that withstood the ruthlessness of tropical weather and viciousness of conflict…
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Feature: Global Help Swap Interview About Their Travels
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This is the first time that I am featuring authors of a travel site. You see, traveling and community service are some of the passions I have. Browsing through the worldwide web for leads that can somehow help me fulfill these passions, I chanced upon the site Global Help Swap,…
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Great Travel Initiative in Asia: Spending Time With The Locals
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Ever overheard a conversation between travelers? It’s usually what they experienced or encountered when they travel that made its mark. It becomes clear within minutes that the most popular stories revolve around “having dinner in a local family’s home” or “discovering the hidden gems away from the beaten track”. When…
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Binondo Walk: A Lucky Chinese New Year Adventure
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Some trips happen because of careful planning. Others unfold because everything seems to fall perfectly into place. Our Chinese New Year adventure in Binondo felt exactly like the latter. Many friends warned us about the crowds. They reminded us to expect traffic, packed streets, and endless lines. Some even advised us to…