It’s More Fun in the Philippines for a First-time Traveler

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, PhilippinesPosted on One Comment

The Philippines’ tourism department recently launched the new campaign, “It’s more fun in the Philippines.” To this, I totally agree. There are 7,107 reasons why it is more fun to be in this part of the world than anywhere else. It’s even a lot more fun for a first-time traveler to see the wonders the …

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First-time in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines

by Claire AlgarmeAsia, Mindanao, Philippines, women travelPosted on 3 Comments

Zamboanga del Norte is in the island of Mindanao, the second largest island in the Philippines. And when one mentions Mindanao, tourists suddenly cringe and take a turnabout-face, especially when travel advisories label this part of the country as dangerous. The name Zamboanga alone may cause goose bumps to travelers. Scary is the exact opposite …

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