Days seem longer, temperatures get hotter, clothes get skimpier, and everyone gets happier. Yep, it’s summer! But did you know that technically, there is no such thing as summer in the Philippines? Summer is one of the four seasons in temperate regions of the world and since we only have two in the Philippines, the […]
When in Davao City and in the mood for food and shopping, the best (and cheapest) place to go is the Roxas Night Market. The spot has gained huge popularity among locals and even visitors of Davao City due to its accessibility and the variety of things you can find. Roxas Night Market is Nirvana […]
Summer means a lot of things. For students, it means a much-welcomed break from the monotony of schoolwork. For travelers exploring the Philippines, it’s an opportune time to travel to their favorite destinations without having to check storm alerts. For me and for most beach lovers, summer has always been the perfect excuse to be […]
It’s another year, Philippine Travelers! A full leap year to explore the wonderful islands that is the Philippines. While I cannot claim to have seen every nook and cranny of my country, I do know where the great places are. So I’ve come up with 7 Philippine Destinations to Visit in 2016. Luzon Batanes This […]
It’s just a few days before Christmas! Christmas in the Philippines is the happiest in the world and I am beyond excited to spend this year’s festivities with friends and family. Christmas in the Philippines is something very special. For the Filipinos, this season is the time to forget all our woes and just focus […]
I’m always on the prowl for new coffee shops to try. And it’s not just for the love of coffee, I do it because I want to eventually say I have tried all the coffee shops in Davao. This week we tried Green Coffee, another burgeoning coffee chain in Metro Davao. I’ve so far visited and […]
I am a mall rat; no weekend ever passes without me going to a mall in Davao City to either shop or to imply stroll around and people watch. More often than not, we scout for new places to dine at we’ve always wanted to try out Yakimix Buffet in Abreeza Ayala Mall. I’ve been […]
I’ve already talked about how much we loved Malagos Garden Resort and their Sunday Interactive Bird Show. The resort in the uptown area of Davao City is indeed a must-visit for first-time visitors and even locals who are looking for a quick escape from the busy city. But what about food? Guests can bring their […]
Planning to travel to the Philippines? I’m sure you’re weighing the pros and cons of crossing a thousand miles to visit this archipelagic paradise in Southeast Asia. And I fervently hope the pros outweigh the cons. But in the spirit of transparency, I thought I’d come up with a series that will outline reasons why […]
Climate change is a real problem that all of us are aware of but often just brush off. Why? I think it’s because the discussion involves big words and (let’s face it), boredom. At Malagos Garden Resort, it’s a different story! Climate change and environmental awareness become fun topics through their Interactive Bird Show. Malagos […]
