First-time in Nobu Hotel, City of Dreams Manila
City of Dreams. Three hotels, over 20 restaurants, a casino, spas, entertainment clubs, and meeting and events venues. I was fortunate to have been invited[…]
Fly Direct to Shanghai on AirAsia
Around this month six years ago, everything was abuzz in Shanghai, China as it welcomed visitors for the World Expo 2010. My friends and I[…]
My Papal Visit Experience
The first month of the year 2015 is a great kick-off for the Visit the Philippines Year. January is full of festivities, and religious celebrations,[…]
My magnifique stay in Sofitel Manila
The red and yellow mood lights and the glittering crystal chandeliers created a perfect ambiance that enhanced the artful interiors of the newly unveiled iconic[…]
Visiting some Heritage Sites around Metro Manila
Heritage sites are aplenty in Metro Manila. The various towns and cities within the National Capital Region trace their roots since the 16th century so[…]
Taking the RORO: A Road Trip from Manila to Bacolod
It was an epic road trip that I have taken ever — a road trip from Manila to Bacolod via RORO, bringing my car with[…]
The story of the Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium
Having worked in the city of Manila, I have passed by the Rizal Memorial Stadium several times without even glancing at the old structures of[…]
Preparing for a grand #RoadTrip2Home
This year, I will be taking one of the greatest travel challenges I’ll ever have in my lifetime. It is what I call my #RoadTrip2Home.[…]
A lucky Chinese New Year adventure
Four ladies decided to brave Manila’s Chinatown in Binondo, said to be the oldest Chinatown in the world that was established in 1594, for the[…]
Visiting 5 Pilgrim Churches in Metro Manila for the Year of Faith
While scrolling through Facebook one evening, I came across a notification from a friend with a link from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila website,[…]
Festival de la Paella Gigante
It was a rainy Saturday afternoon. I didn’t know it was the beginning of a typhoon to hit our country. Good thing that I opted[…]
First-time in MNL Boutique Hostel: A backpacker’s haven
Backpacking in your own city — it’s not a new concept but it’s neither something that most people do. Recently, I tried being a backpacker[…]
First-time in Solaire Resort: A Luxurious Oasis of Entertainment and Tranquility
They are out to change the game. And I want to believe that they are a step into it. Solaire Resort opened its doors to[…]
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[…]
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[…]