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Rapha Valley

First-time in Rapha Valley

I have heard of Rapha Valley a lot of times. Ever since I settled back in my hometown in Bacolod City, Philippines, the town of[…]

6 Joys of Driving Your Own Car

For the early part of my professional years, I refused to avail of some of life’s conveniences: credit card, a car, and a home. Eventually,[…]

10 Reasons to Spend the Holidays at L’Fisher Bacolod

For those who have friends and relatives in Bacolod, known as the City of Smiles, located in the Negros Island at the Visayas region of[…]

Philippines

How To Have The Best DIY Travel in the Philippines

Arranging a trip by yourself can be quite an interesting task, but with the proper preparation, it can be a whole lot of fun. It’s[…]

Brunei

Food Trip in Brunei: A Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures

When traveling, especially to a foreign country, local food is one of the things I always try. Eating in restaurants and eateries of different types[…]

First-time in Qing Yun Rest House, Brunei

We climbed a few steps along a narrow stairway to the entrance of Qing Yun Rest House in Block I of the Abdul Razak Complex[…]

Victorias City Organic Market and Pasalubong Center

Victorias City opened its Organic Market and Pasalubong Center

Victorias City, known as The Sweet Green City, located in the northern part of Negros Occidental, Philippines, is strengthening its organic farming industry with the[…]

Brunei Darussalam

15 Places to Visit in the Brunei-Muara District

Bandar Seri Begawan or BSB, the capital of Brunei, is the main hub of this small wealthy nation. It is located in the Brunei-Muara District.[…]

Chino’s Deli at MassKara Festival

Since this is the longest celebration of MassKara Festival, the Bacolod City Public Plaza is now teeming with food stalls since it started in October[…]

Brunei

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[…]

Lakawon Island

First-time in Lakawon Island: Tales from an Idyllic Retreat

As the sun painted the horizon in vibrant hues of gold and crimson, casting a mesmerizing glow upon the rippling waves, a sense of anticipation[…]

Jojo Vito Designs Gallery

Masks at the Jojo Vito Designs Gallery: A Bacolod Icon

When I moved back to Bacolod City, one of the persons I came to know was Jojo Vito, the man behind the Jojo Vito Designs[…]

A Ribshack Delight in Bacolod: Grilled Chicken At Its Finest

Seldom does a food court stall captures my fancy. I’d often resort to eating in food courts when I am pressed for time, low on[…]

The Bantay Lasang of Cauayan: Guarding our Forests

Bantay Lasang (literally means forest guards) volunteers, a name given to those who patrol the forests of Negros Occidental, Philippines, eagerly waited at the Camalanda-an[…]

Make Wanders Happen in Northern Mariana Island

For quite sometime now, I have been looking towards the east, hoping I would someday explore more territories just beyond my country, the Philippines. After[…]