“Camote”, replied the island ancestors when asked by the Spaniards about the name of the place. The natives were harvesting sweet potatoes (camote) then and thought that the Spaniards were asking what they were digging. …
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Moalboal Travel Guide 2023: Southern Cebu’s Underwater Paradise

Moalboal is a coastal town two hours drive from Cebu City, a gateway to some of the best diving spots not only in Cebu but in the entire Philippines. At first glance, it seems to …
Continue readingMalapascua Island Travel Guide 2023: Diving, Beaches, Lighthouse & More

Hello, Malapascua! For years, Malapascua Island has become a haven for scuba divers aiming to have an encounter with the Thresher Sharks. The island has been synonymous to this species of shark since it is …
Continue readingBantayan Island Travel Guide 2023: Northern Cebu’s Slice of Paradise

Bantayan Island Travel Requirement These are the travel requirements in Bantayan Island for COVID-19 restrictions: Medical certificate issued by a reputable doctor within seven (7) days prior to travel Confirmed booking at an accredited hotel …
Continue reading5 Reasons to Put the Visayas on Your Travel Bucket List

Though the Visayas is a relatively small area when set against its more imposing neighbors, Luzon and Mindanao, the region still has much to offer both local and international tourists. Given its abundance of beaches, …
Continue readingTemple of Leah: The Whats and Hows of Cebu City’s Own “Taj Mahal”

The story of Temple of Leah is the same as Taj Mahal, a mausoleum in India built as a symbol of undying love. Temple of Leah is Teodorico Soriano Adarna’s gesture of love to his …
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