To Donsol and Back

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, Luzon, Philippines, women travelPosted on 5 Comments

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 few friends. It’s a long drive, so think before embarking on this trip. If you take a vehicle, better hire a van with a driver so you can take a …

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First-time in Albay: A Volcanic Wonderland

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, Luzon, PhilippinesPosted on 10 Comments

Albay is not your usual tourist destination. Located at the Bicol peninsula, about 460 km or 287 miles south of capital Manila, there are so many things that remain undiscovered in Albay. Albay came from the word Albaybay which meant “by the bay”. The first thing people picture when in Albay is the cone-shaped Mayon …

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