Travelogues

New places, (food) experiences and encounters (b)logged

  • 24 Hours in Tabogon, Cebu

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    Visiting Northern Cebu? The sleepy town of Tabogon offers under-appreciated gems that deserve attention. Explore these sights and attractions through this post.

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  • On Turkish Baths

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    Wearing nothing but my underwear and a hotel-owned towel, I waited inside a steam room (that was barely warm and looked like a wine cellar) ‘til an attendant told me it was my turn.

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  • A Superb Side Trip to Aguinid Falls from Oslob

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    Aguinid Falls in Samboan may not be the largest, most awe-inspiring waterfall in Cebu yet it’s definitely worth seeing especially if you’re already in Oslob, South Cebu. Make this side-trip and you’ll have great stories to bring home.

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  • Losing My Cool in the Island of Sumilon, Cebu

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    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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  • Alone But Never Lonely in Malapascua Island

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    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…

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  • Metro Manila Trip Notes

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    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…

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