Maybe it’s the traveler’s mistake. Maybe it’s the local’s mistake. When visiting a popular tourist destination like Sumilon Island during summer season, here’s a quick story that can lessen your disappointment.
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New places, (food) experiences and encounters (b)logged
In Search of Cheap Thrills: a Holy Week Trip to Siquijor
Siquijor has long sparked my curiosity. With its folk healing festivals, odd inn names, and potions sold as souvenirs, we wanted to see what it’s really like. Hope this helps you plot your own Siquijor adventure.
Alone But Never Lonely in Malapascua Island
Malapascua Island welcomes those who travel in February with slightly wild and wavy seas. But the waves were not as playful as they were in Carnaza Island or Apo Island on my recent visit. What brought me to Malapascua? I thought you wouldn’t ask! Well, I’ve been wondering what this island has in store for a […]
Metro Manila Trip Notes
No matter how many times you visit Metro Manila (which consists of four cities and 13 municipalities), the ever-changing metropolis never ceases to surprise. On my longest visit to the city last April, I tried to cram as many things to do, places to explore and people to see. Living in Metro Manila for a […]
Three of the Most Memorable Meals from My Trip
What makes a meal memorable? Is it the company? 😀 The type of cuisine? 🍱 Or the exquisite dessert? 🍰 Give yourself a few minutes to think. It’s not so hard to pick them out, right? After all, we don’t remember most meals we had while we were traveling. Don’t you wish you wear a memory chip that just replays […]
Inside Maayo Hotel – Cebu’s Newest Wellness Hotel
Maayo Hotel, located in the same building as Maayo Medical, is the first premier hotel in Mandaue City. It’s one of the newest properties in 2017 that diversified Cebu’s accommodations. So, together with staycation junkies Neil, Brennan of The Weekend Dispatch , and Doi of The Travelling Feet , we explored this completely new, stylish, and wellness-conscious hotel, […]
Watching Joey Ayala Live in Music Museum
Have you ever traveled for music? I have. And it was one of my life’s surreal moments. 32 has to be a fascinating age to be. A day after my birthday, we flew to Manila, stayed at Go Hotels Mandaluyong, and watched a concert by Joey Ayala in Greenhills. I appear like a pop music […]
5 Signs that You’re Definitely a Staycation Junkie
If you love nothing but hotel breakfast, perfectly plush bed and long hours spent watching National Geographic on cable TV, reading travel magazines, or sleeping in, keep reading. You’re probably a 30-ish male or female with a stable job. Your weekdays are packed with work (day job, side projects, gigs, and housework included). Needless to […]
Coron Itinerary: Where and When to Go
Can’t give up your worldly possessions to stay permanently in Coron? Just get a glimpse of this gem. But if you have less than four days to enjoy its sights and attractions, how do you choose? I can help you get started. I’ve been to Coron only once last September this year so I’m far […]
Diving Into the Skeleton Wreck in Coron Palawan
Love underwater photos? I’m not in the mood to write a lengthy post so I decided to simply share with you a few photos of Coron Island’s underwater treasures. This is not film-grade quality but it’s something. Plus, it’s free. So, you’re welcome to ogle these images or use them as teasers so your buddies […]