Philippines

Bohol and Just the Two of Us

Bohol and Just the Two of Us

A quick trip to Bohol to see the chocolate hills, get an upclose view of the tarsiers, and experience a fun mother and son bonding.

Balabac, Palawan

Balabac, Palawan

Often nicknamed The Last Frontier, Balabac is a heaven on earth is located in the south-westernmost point of the Philippines in the province of Palawan.

Where to Stay in Siquijor

Where to Stay in Siquijor

Looking for a place to stay in Siquijor? Located in the town of San Juan, White Villas Resort​ is a small and laid back resort perfect for couples, families, and groups.

Mama’s Cradle Sanctuary

Mama’s Cradle Sanctuary

Dogs, just like their human, are sometimes abandoned and neglected too. Mama’s Cradle Sanctuary in Laguna was built to care for these man’s bestfriends.

Surfing in Siargao (or not)

Surfing in Siargao (or not)

Surfing in Siargao and other adventure-filled things to do in the surfing capital of the Philippines for all kinds of travelers that do not cost an arm and a leg.

The Quezon City I Didn’t Know

I lived in Quezon City for a significant number of years and I didn’t know that there are a few other things you can do around the city aside from the usual…

Sabtang Island, Batanes

Sabtang Island, Batanes

When we first set foot in Batanes, we really had no idea of what we would do in the province. And since we only have eight days to accomplish everything…

Big Badass Buddha

Since Rowjie and I had plenty of time to see, visit, or do whatever that we could while we were in Phuket, we decided to just go to Big Buddha,…

Travel Guide: Itbayat Island

Travel Guide: Itbayat Island

A short guide and some tips about traveling to the northernmost inhabited island of the Philippines, Itbayat, Batanes.

Basco

Basco: North Batan

Basco, the gateway to the northernmost province of the Philippines, is also the capital of Batanes. Located in Batan Island, Basco is politically divided into six barangays—Ihubok II (Kayvaluganan), Ihubok I…

Mahatao

Mahatao: South Batan

Mahatao is definitely one of the most famous municipalities in Batan Island because of its several popular tourist attractions. It also is the town next to Basco when you’re going…

Batan on Motorbike

Batan Island on Motorbike

When Rowjie and I arrived in Batanes, we had no definite itinerary and basically had no idea on what we could do around the province. We were staying there for…