It has been a year since Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) hit Central Philippines and devastated the Province of Leyte. One that was hardly hit was Tacloban City, which today is obviously already back on its …
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Balabac Sojourn: Bugsuk Island Stole My Heart
It was a long road to Balabac from Manila, one needs to fly to Puerto Princesa, catch a six-hour bus to Rio Tuba and venture to at least two-hour boat ride to the island. But …
Continue readingSlideshow: From Iloilo With Love!
Iloilo is Love! Images from Iloilo City, Tigbauan and Miagao, Iloilo (All images are taken using Lenovo Vibe Z) [cycloneslider id=”iloilo”] I only had a glimpse of Iloilo when my feet first touched its ground …
Continue readingTrail Tale: Day Climb to Mt. Banoi (960+ MASL) and Sidetrip to Malabrigo Lighthouse
In the mountaineering community of Mega Manila and Southern Tagalog, the province of Batangas is known for its friendly mountain trails and summits. Minor mountains with not so technical trails but offer uniquely striking views. …
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Hulhumale Public Beach Hulhumale Island, Maldives The Maldives will not be called “The Sunny Side of Life” for nothing. For an archipelago where it feels like summer all year round, The Maldives boasts of the …
Continue readingFour Cemeteries I Would Rather Be On All Saints Day
One of the biggest holidays in the Philippines is All Saints Day. Like Christmas, Holy Week and New Year, the first day of November is widely celebrated across the archipelago. Expect exodus of people specially to …
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