Pros and Cons of Traveling to Bolinao, Pangasinan
Located on the tip of a peninsula, Bolinao offers travelers a great opportunity to soak in the sun and sea and enjoy more of the tropical pleasures Pangasinan has to offer. Bolinao is located...
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How to Travel to Bolinao, Pangasinan – Backpacker Style
Photography by Iza Sanchez Patar Beach, Bolinao Bolinao is a quiet, coastal town in Central Luzon well known for its mocha-sand beaches, historical landmarks, and ecological attractions. Patar is Bolinao’s premier beach destination. The...
How To Shoot Fish at 100 Islands Alaminos, Pangasinan
Fishes can be very interesting models. They don’t need make up, they’re comfortable in their scales and they’re naturals in front of the camera. All you need are a few slices of bread and...
Pahiyas Festival, Lucban Quezon – A Travelogue for First Timers
The Pahiyas Festival is a bright and vibrant, week-long event in the town of Lucban, Quezon, Province. The town thrives on agriculture and celebrates the harvest once a year on May 15th. The festival...
How to Plan a Trip to 100 Islands Alaminos, Pangasinan – A Guide for Backpackers
The 100 Islands National Park is one of the top beach destinations in Central Luzon. It’s located southwest of the Lingayen Gulf and is composed of not 100, but 123 recorded islands and islets....
Contemplating the Passion of Christ at Kawa Kawa Hill in Ligao City, Albay
On a rustic hill in the quiet town of Tuburan, Ligao City, thousands of Christians converge each year to contemplate the most solemn days of the Christian calendar, the Lenten Season. The hill is...
Cuatros Islas, the Undiscovered Gems of Hindang and Inopacan, Leyte
Central Philippines is widely-known for gorgeous white-sand beaches like the dreamy stretch of Boracay white beach to the rugged island beaches of Palawan. The entire region is a tropical utopia and if you delve...
How to Travel from Manila to Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte – Backpacker Style
Saud Beach Pagudpud is a scenic, coastal town located on the northern tip of Luzon. It is one of Ilocos Norte’s most visited towns and is a great jump off point to many interesting...
Celebrating Christmas with Lights and Music at Makati City
These are photographs from last year’s Christmas lights and music show at Ayala Triangle Garden, Makati City. The Enchanting Lights and Sound Show has become an anticipated tradition each year in the city of...
Photographs of the Enchanting Lights & Sounds Show, Makati City
Photographs of the Enchanting Lights & Sounds Show, Makati City Photography by Iza Sanchez
Baguio ”The City of Pines” – Reflections
A view of the Benguet Mountain Range at Mines View Park Baguio City known as the “City of Pines,” was built on the mountains of Benguet Province in Northern Luzon. Much of its infrastructure...
How to Plan a Weekend Trip to White Beach, Puerto Galera
Travel Guide for White Beach in Puerto Galera on the island of Oriental Mindoro. Find useful tips and ideas on travel route, hotels, activities and rates.
Destination Guide: Nagsasa & Anawangin Cove, Zambales
Nagsasa and Anawangin Coves are among the top Philippine tourist attractions in Central Luzon. They are relatively close to cities like Manila, Olongapo and San Fernando and in recent years have become favorites of Philippine beach goers, campers and mountaineers.
Nagasasa and Anawangin Cove – Camping Travel Guide
An Aeta father and his son taught us the basics of cooking rice at the campsite. A tedious, time-consuming process that requires persistent fanning to keep the coal heated. As I worked on this task, I thought of my old, reliable rice cooker back home and a nice, warm bowl of rice it cooks up in 15 minutes. On charcoal cooking rice felt like eternity. Eventually it boiled.
The Ultimate Island-hopping Guide to Honda Bay, Palawan
The islands of Honda Bay are well-loved by both locals and newcomers, getting there from Puerto Princesa City takes around 30 minutes.
Destination Guide: Boracay Island, Caticlan, Aklan
Seductively charming, festive, and glamorous, Boracay Island is the epitome of a tropical paradise. Located in Central Philippines, it is surrounded by immaculate, white-sand beaches and tranquil, azure waters. It’s no surprise that most
Boracay – A Guide for First-time Visitors
Boracay Island is a top-rated beach destination in the Philippines. If you’re traveling here for the first time, here’s a 3-minute guide on costs, activities, accommodation and more.
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