Favorite Street Foods of Cebu City
What’s great about Filipino culture is the abundance of street food. In Cebu City, you can spot street vendors near the churches, schools, recreational parks, and jeepney and bus terminals. It’s the way of life of most people, an easy business and a source of income. A majority of Filipinos prefer street food because it’s […]
Hotel Tropika, Davao City
Situated in Davao City’s peaceful northern district, Hotel Tropika is fast becoming the hotel of choice for travelers looking to experience the best the city has to offer. True to its name, the hotel sits in the middle of a tropical setting, with lush greens providing a restful atmosphere. Hotel Tropika’s parking lot was scorching […]
Fort San Pedro in Cebu City
Inside Fort San Pedro I always enjoy going to Fort San Pedro in Cebu because I like its castle-like structure, well-kept flower beds, cannons, green grass, birds and a view of the pier from atop. It is the smallest and oldest bastion fort in the Philippines. You will see several pictures and an artist’s sketch […]
Longhua Buddhist Temple
The Philippines is known to be a predominantly Catholic nation. But as visitors would realize, the country is an interesting mosaic of different religions, cultures and beliefs from all over the world. Case in point: you can find one of the Philippines’ largest Buddhist temples in the predominantly Muslim island of Mindanao. A Temple and […]
Most Romantic Destinations in the Philippines
February brings the promise of romance, sweet nothings, flowers and idyllic escapes. The entire month is laden with everything red and pink; women start to primp themselves and men suddenly become more generous, planning surprises and secret travels. The Filipinos being some of the friendliest and most accommodating people in the world, it comes as […]
Mountain Climbing in the Philippines
Mountain climbing is easily one of the most exciting adventures a traveler can experience anywhere in the world. The thrill of reaching summits, discovering unique flora and fauna and swimming in hidden waterfall basins are just some of the reasons why a climber endures the hardships and risks his neck during a climb. Being a […]
Boracay Island Beaches
At the mention of Boracay, one immediately zeros in on the pristine sands of White Beach where everyone and everything is. But there’s more to the island than just the touristy, often crowded long sand strip facing the Sulu Sea. There are twelve other Boracay Island beaches that you can explore if you wish to. […]
Filipino Street Food: What You Should Not Miss
Seasoned travelers from all over the world preach one thing in common when it comes to visiting a new place: eat like the locals do. This means veering away from the familiar fast food chains like McDonald’s and KFC and opting for restaurants serving local cuisine. Eating like a local also means sampling the food […]
Wreck Diving in Coron, Palawan
Those who have explored the world beneath the waters of any ocean all agree on one thing: it’s a different world out there. And when you dive into the waters of Coron, Palawan in the Philippines, you might even say it’s a whole new different dimension. After all, the crystal clear waters of this part […]
Coron Attractions You Must Visit
Thanks to the media and word of mouth, Coron is now known as one of the best diving destinations in the world. Year after year, divers and tourists come to the waters and shores of this beautiful town to experience its unnatural beauty and go home with fantastic stories to tell. Most travelers come to […]