First-time in Suzu Kin
I agree. The best places to visit are those recommended by locals. I haven’t heard or read about this particular Japanese restaurant. The taxi I was[…]
It’s More Fun in the Philippines videos
Smiles. Laughter. Fun. Whatever the circumstance is, Filipinos always find a reason to inject humor or joy into it. And with the catchy campaign “It’s[…]
A Fan-filled Chinese New Year
First came the firecrackers. That’s to drive out evil spirits. Then colorful Chinese dragons and lions dance to a certain beat that would definitely draw[…]
Planning my Seoul Trip
The Gangnam Style, Korean soap operas and the K-Pop have invaded my TV screens, bringing my curiosity on South Korea to a higher level. Excitement is rushing through[…]
Farewell LP from a Blogsherpa
For almost three years I have become part of Lonely Planet’s Blogsherpa Program, until recently when Lonely Planet has decided that the program has finally[…]
A Peek into Manila Hotel’s Suite Life
One hundred years seem to be a pretty long time. When you enter the grand lobby of the Manila Hotel, it gives you a feeling[…]
Your Story: First-Time Travel to Morocco
By: Thomas Hollowell Located on the northern tip of the Sahara, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, Morocco is an easy ferry ride from Spain, and frequent[…]
First Solo Trip to Vigan
A Facebook post from a fellow traveler caught my eye and piqued my interest. There was an international conference on cultural tourism that will take[…]
Your Story: My first time in Argentina
Everything in one place by Jerrard Doran The 8th biggest country in the world. A country spanning seven different climactic zones. From the lowest point[…]
The Nutcracker at the Manila Hotel
Giant Nutcracker soldiers filing at the sides, wreaths hanging on the wall, candy canes set on table centerpieces – all these now fill the grandoise lobby of the Manila Hotel, bringing[…]
First-time in Kamana Sanctuary
The photo of their Casitas was enough for me to agree to a weekend getaway during the long holiday in observance of All Saints Day[…]
Free Freedom Island
…from trash and other ecological threats. Freedom. Such a powerful word, and something that is close to a traveler’s heart. For instance, I relate traveling to[…]
Dinner Cruise at Manila Bay
Fascinating. This is how I describe our dinner cruise adventure at the Manila Bay. Onboard Prestige Cruises, my friends and I (we were about 20)[…]
Travel Survival through Language
It was midnight. My friend and I found ourselves at a bus station in Kuala Lumpur. We missed our flight to Langkawi so we opted[…]
First-time in Sarangani
What’s good about business trips is that you get the chance to visit places at short notice. The downside is that you spend most of[…]