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Wat Saket

Wat Saket: Climbing the Top of The Golden Mount Temple

Although I have been to Bangkok several times, it was only in 2019 that I have learned of Wat Saket through the Korean travel variety[…]

Wat Arun

Sunset at Wat Arun: Crossing the River to Visit the Temple

I have always viewed Wat Arun from across the river several times, sometimes waiting for the sunset and watching the lights go up at the[…]

The Grand Palace

The Grand Palace in Thailand: Marvelling at its Majesty

Elegant signature Thai architecture protruding from the long block of white walls greeted us as we approached the Grand Palace complex in Bangkok, Thailand. Memories[…]

GrabFood

GrabFood in Bacolod: your fave food at your doorstep

Bacolod City is always known for its sumptuous food offerings that one should try the various food products available locally. Restaurants and eateries dot different[…]

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[…]

Taiwan

Digital living: a fiber of the future

Leaving Metro Manila and going back to the province was something I’ve never expected I’d do, yet it was the best decision I’ve ever made.[…]

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[…]

Tips on choosing the right wear for travel

Travelling is not just about going places and taking selfies in various landmarks. There are more things that need to be thought over when one[…]

El Nido Palawan

El Nido Travel Guide: A Tropical Paradise in the Philippines

El Nido is indeed one of the most wonderful locations on the planet! The tropical paradise is one of the 7000 islands in the Philippines,[…]

Hanoi food

Dining in Hanoi for First-timers: Enjoying the Local Flavors

People young old seated on low stools outside eateries and cafes along the sides of the streets are a common sight when you roam around[…]

Megaworld

Upper East Mall envisioned as Bacolod’s first “green” mall

Megaworld, the country’s largest developer of integrated urban townships, is building a three-level lifestyle mall inside its 34-hectare The Upper East township in Bacolod City.[…]

Halong Bay

First-time in Halong Bay: Enthralling Floating Mountains

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay is one of the postcard pictures of Vietnam. Thousands of isles and limestone karsts are cast around this[…]

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