travel itineraries, tips and guides from our own adventures
“The discovery of a new dish does more for human happiness than the discovery of a new star.” – J.A. Brillat-Savarin. Baguio City is mostly known for its pine trees, strawberry taho, and cold breeze. But what most visitors and tourists do not know is that the city is also a melting pot of gastronomic […]
“In a cool solitude of a tree, where leaves and birds a music spin. Mind that was weary is at ease, new rhythms in the soul begin.” -William Kean Seymour Known as the Summer Capital of the Country and the preferred Christmas destination of urban dwellers, Baguio City has a lot to offer tourists and […]
“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson. With so many beautiful cities and provinces in the country, choosing just one as your next summer destination can be overwhelming. However, instead of spending countless hours pondering where to go, why not […]
“Sometimes the most scenic roads in life are the detours you did not mean to take.” -Angela N. Blount. Known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio is an item on the bucket list of most Filipino travelers. As one of the top tourist destinations in the Philippines, Baguio sees a throng of visitors […]
Puerto Princesa is one of Palawan’s three main islands, the other being El Nido and Coron. If El Nido is known as “Heaven on Earth,” Puerto Princesa is nicknamed “The City in a Forest.” It is because the island is actually a sprawling city, at least by the standards of acreage in Palawan. Apart from […]
There is an unfortunate reason why Bacolod is called the City of Smiles. Indeed, it is a friendly city, but in the 1980s, the government faced a financial crisis when sugar importation was halted. As if that were not enough, the luxury liner, MV Don Juan, collided with MT Tacloban, an oil tanker. It left […]
In Metro Manila, plenty of outdoor activities are suitable for families, couples, and groups. These include walking and biking tours and visits to historical places like Rizal Park and Baluarte de San Diego. Manila also has many museums, including the National Museum of Natural History, the Mind Museum, and the National Museum of Anthropology. The […]
As city residents, we constantly yearn for nature and are up for any adventure that takes us away from the urban jungle. Fortunately, scenic biking routes within and near Manila are just a short ride away. These trails cater to all types of cyclists, from winding roads with stunning views to challenging uphill climbs. So […]
“Money cannot buy happiness, but it can buy a tent—and that is kind of the same thing” -Anonymous Make this year a year for more outdoor excursions, intrepid fun and adventure by ensuring you have all the right camping gear and accessories. While there is a myriad of cheap camping gear and accessories available online, […]
“Camping is not a date; it is an endurance test. If you can survive camping with someone, you should marry them on the way home.” -Yvonne Prinz. There is nothing better than having a good night’s worth of sleep and decent rest. And this is all the more true when you are out camping. After […]