50 Things to See in ASEAN Countries
On August 8, 1967, five countries banded together to form the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). These are Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore and the[…]
Philippine interconnectivity with Palau and Guam
There’s good news for Palau and Guam! And this is good news even for travelers heading to these places, too. There is a recent development[…]
First-time in Brunei: A Sparkling Jewel in Southeast Asia
It was a spur of a moment decision and about a month to prepare. It all started with a simple inquiry of a friend about[…]
Visita Iglesia in Bacolod and Bago
No longer familiar with the city where I grew up, I relied on my sister and Google in plotting our Visita Iglesia, or the traditional[…]
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[…]
First-time acquaintances in Batanes
In this particular trip, I realized that I have paid a lot of attention to the people I’ve been with and I met in the[…]
First-time in the Ruins, Talisay
I went home last Christmas with a mission: to visit another tourist spot in my own province. It helps to know what’s going on in[…]
Highlight of 2009: My first-time travels
Watching travelers in an airport coffee shop while waiting for my flight, I couldn’t help but wonder what 2010 has for me when it comes[…]
First-time in Calauit Island: A Sanctuary for Animals
As Alex the lion, Melman the giraffe, Marty the zebra, and Gloria the hippo escaped to Madagascar and to Africa, we also had a little[…]
First-time in Coron: A Paradise in the Philippines
Coron is one of the must-see places in my list of destinations within my home country, the Philippines. Together with Busuanga, Culion, and several islands,[…]
First-time in Sentosa: The Island Escape of Singapore
Sentosa is an island in Singapore that has been home to the tiny state’s major recreation spots. The once fishing village island was formerly known[…]
First-time to volunteer vacation in Oriental Mindoro
The eastern side of the Mindoro Island—Oriental Mindoro—is known for the white sand beach at Puerto Galera. Apart from Boracay, it is one of the[…]
First-time in Siem Reap: An Expedition into Cambodia’s Jewel
Coming from Kuala Lumpur and flying early morning to Siem Reap, the anticipation in the air was palpable. Flying over Tonle Sap Lake, the small[…]
First-time in Kuala Lumpur: Exploring the Vibrant Heart of Malaysia
As the airplane descends, my heart quickens with anticipation. The sprawling cityscape of Kuala Lumpur, or KL as others would want to shorten it, is[…]
Prelude to Malaysia-Cambodia-Vietnam visits
Years ago, after my return to the Philippines from a seven-month stay in Indonesia, I gifted myself with a Southeast Asian Travel Guide. It was[…]