Slow & Easy in Anilao
Fishes of various colors and sizes swarmed around us as my friends threw in bits of bread into the sea. It was delightful to be[…]
Ostrich and Roasted Pig in CDO
So, I had been travelling to and from Cagayan de Oro five times in 2012. And it was not yet even half of the year then. All these[…]
First-time in Mabuhay Palace
“We’re on the road We move from place to place” It was labor day. One must have minded working on a holiday. I would have.[…]
First-time in Forest House
“Can you take us to that restaurant with a good overlooking view?” one of my colleagues asked my officemate who grew up in Baguio City.[…]
Finding Manny Pacquiao in Baguio
“Ninong” is a Filipino endearment for a godfather, which usually connotes a person who generously gives out gifts, especially during the Christmas season. This is[…]
Travel to Learn English
I recently read this infographic on learning English at the Kaplan International website. Infographic via the KIC Blog. The data is interesting. One of the[…]
Behind Masskara’s Smile: The beginnings of MassKara Festival
I was eight years old and I was standing in front of my mother’s office right across the city plaza watching with awe the crowd[…]
First-time in Panaad sa Negros Festival Part I
“Panaad” or in local language (Hiligaynon), it is about a vow and fulfilling it. For 19 years, the province of Negros Occidental has been fulfilling[…]
First-time in Panaad sa Negros Festival Part II
Going around the Panaad Park, visiting the booths of all 32 local government units can be a bit taxing, though entertaining. But I decided to[…]
First-time in Mambukal Resort
Having visited Mambukal Resort when I was still a toddler, I have so little recollection of what it’s like in this mountain resort. Everytime I[…]
Dreaming of Oia
It was only a small writing assignment that needed a little bit of research but it bloomed into a hunger to explore the world and[…]
To Donsol and Back
There’s something about Donsol that wants you to come back. So, after seven years of taking pleasure on its natural attractions, I’m back with a[…]
First-time in Vitton Beach Resort
After a gruelling 18 hours on the road, including several stops for breakfast, sightseeing, shopping, and lunch, arriving at Vitton Beach Resort was a welcome[…]
Twinkling Trees, Enchanting Fireflies
A romance to remember. Tiny bits of light glitter in a synchronized manner as if a Christmas song is played in the background. But these[…]
Tips When Swimming With Whale Sharks
“Look down!” our guide shouted. There he was, in all his splendor and beauty, with his white spots that marked him distinctly as a whale[…]