Tag: Things to do

As the sun alternately hid and peeked from the moving, scattered cumuli, the morning breeze blew gently to our dopey visage. Though there were intermittent drizzles, the weather, somehow, pepped up our tired, sinful souls. It was, indeed, an awesome day to explore new places. The Turbulent Sea However, as we approach the jetty of Tapilon, things became quite unsettling. The coast was disturbed with breakwater, and the surface of the sea was apparently rough. You could see small boats disappear and reappear within few seconds, displaying the morbid force of nature and reminding us our frailties. We were just ... Read more

Despite being surrounded with waters, many of us still find playing with and in the water amusing. Our family, for example, resides near the shore and yet, despite seeing the water every single day, we always end up in a waterpark, a beach resort, or a mountain resort with giant pool for our family bonding adventures. We celebrated birthdays in a pool resort, post fiesta activities in a beach, or Christmas bonding somewhere with beach front. Group photo at Dumaguete Port Royale beach (Pirate ship) One of those bonding celebs brought us to Port Royale Waterpark Resort. That was my ... Read more

In the Philippine travel scene, the places that will most likely stand out are Boracay, Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, and Baguio. And then, we have other known sceneries, mountains, islands, beaches that are equally captivating. They dot across several provinces in the archipelago. In the Visayas, for example, the “10 Underrated yet stunning, must-visit Islands” are really worth exploring. Leyte, however, is a different story. Locals are pretty happy to enjoy everything the province has to offer, but it’s a waste if only a few could experience and appreciate its wonders and beauty. Hence, I am putting a list, and hopefully, ... Read more

Condé Nast Traveler recognized three Philippine Islands, Boracay (1st), Cebu (2nd), and Palawan (4th), as among the five best islands in Asia on its latest readers’ choice awards. Two of them are from the Visayas. Boracay and Cebu are undoubtedly two of the country’s most popular. Both received significant number of tourists, and many more are aspiring to visit. Whitebeach, Boracay Island Malapascua Island, on the other hand, may not be able to make the cut but is already an internationally recognized dive spot. It is a haven for deep sea scuba divers, especially those who wanted to see the ... Read more

Laid-back vibe, slow-paced lifestyle, and rustic feels albeit the bustling concrete jungle and contiguous crossroads, Dumaguete City keeps its countryside impression despite the urban classification. Not to mention, the city is also a provincial capital. The crowd is concentrated within the downtown, while other areas remain almost still and bare. Staying in Dumaguete gives you extraordinary escape that is away from unending gridlock, pesky stressors, and galling expectations of everyday life. List of things to do in Dumaguete, Valencia, and their neighboring towns. If you see Dumaguete within range of your travel horizon, here’s a list of things that you ... Read more

Hometown sceneries triggered a lot of memories. The zigzag road between Siaton and Zamboanguita, more particularly, made me recall the embarrassing ones. I had motion sickness when I was a kid. The moment I got on a bus, my olfactory system is heightened and become more sensitive. I could smell even an imperceptible amount of diesel, asphalt, and exhaust. I would try to suppress the queasiness by thinking of happy stuff and by controlled breathing, but that zigzag road messed up everything. It was where I normally start to throw up. Drone shot of Antulang Beach Resort in Siaton, Negros ... Read more

No matter which land you come from or what features that you are inclined to, Cincinnati is bound to get you hooked. People from all corners of the world have unanimously shown their interest in visiting the US state and do fun things. Cincinnati has been generous to the visitors, but the outpour of love is really worth reciprocating. Be it an art lover, a sports freak, one falling for heritage, or the natural beauty admirers, the city has special spots for everyone. Cincinnati promises to give every visitor a unique pleasure. A view of John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge ... Read more

As a home to pristine beachfronts, awesome rock formations, and scenic countryside, Pagudpud awes every travelers, first timers or not. The inviting Saud Beach and Blue Lagoon are more than enough to entice you to visit. Likewise, the Kapurpurawan rock formations, the Kabigan Falls, the wind farm in Bangui, and the secrets of past of the neighboring towns are equally intriguing – you will surely find your way to the northernmost municipality of Luzon island. Pagudpud Travel Guide Pagudpud, by the way, is a coastal resort town of Ilocos Norte. When you visit Pagudpud, make sure that you also make ... Read more

The modern day Siem Reap, a home to 9th-century temples, is an archaeological haven. Antique enthusiasts flock to this humble yet vibrant city to witness the grandeur it once have. Though all that is left are empty structures and rubbles of the angkors (or temples), people from around the world are still interested and curious. Some scholars said that secrets lurk in every walls and corners of the temples in Siem Reap. The construction techniques and the murals talk about extraordinary assistance that shape these marvels. The sky was painted with all shades of orange and red as the sun ... Read more