Siargao is a slice of paradise any beach-loving, surfboard-hugging, slow traveling vacationer should experience at least once in their lives. It’s an island off the eastern coast of the Philippines that has captured the eyes and hearts of many travelers, thanks to its magnificent white sand beaches, gnarly surfing waves, enchanting tidal pools and coves, … Read more
Located on the island of Negros in Western Visayas, Bacolod City is one of the largest in the Philippines with over half a million people as of 2015. The city is most famous for, among other things, the MassKara Festival held every October. Named after the Spanish word for masks, it traces its origins to … Read more
If you know anyone who’s ever been to the Philippines, there’s a very good chance that they went to Cebu. Located in the region of Visayas, it encapsulates what a tropical paradise is. With its gorgeous white-sand beaches that can rival the best in the country (or maybe even the world), you’re sure to get … Read more
It’s easy to mistake Sagada for just a small, sleepy town in the outskirts of the livelier, more upscale Baguio City in the Cordillera mountains six hours north of Manila. It’s quieter, with fewer cars and less grandiose hotels and lodges. But what it does have is that rustic charm of Mountain Province. Sagada is … Read more
It’s no secret that Batangas is a treasure trove of natural beauty. Showcasing some of the Philippines’ best beaches, its charming coastal towns, and its iconic natural wonders, it is a province that can easily win any nature lover’s heart. Only a two-hour drive from Metro Manila and right next to Tagaytay City – another … Read more
Davao City has evolved into a true urban destination, but that doesn’t mean that it has forgotten its roots. Aside from establishments like SM, Abreeza Mall, and Starbucks, you will find more attractions that showcase the city’s heritage. Despite the rising number of buildings within the city’s boundaries, the majestic Mt. Apo still looms over … Read more
Iloilo was once called the Queen City of the South in honor of it being a center of commerce and culture. Though not as grand as it once was, the city has found its place in the modern world and boasts the new title of the Bike Capital of the Philippines. Retaining much of its … Read more
Perched on the western shore of the island of Luzon in the Philippines is La Union, a province known for its gorgeous beaches, marvelous sunsets, historic churches, bountiful grape farms, and wild weekends. It used to be a quiet province where families drove off to in the north of Manila for quick vacations, but in … Read more
When the sweltering heat of Manila’s scorching summer sun gets too rabid and unbearable, urbanites flock up north to the breezy summer capital of the Philippines—Baguio City. This city sits perched in the middle of the Cordillera mountain range and is known for its lower temperatures, lush pine trees, sweet strawberries, hair-raising ghost stories, and … Read more
Tagaytay is a city in the province of Cavite that gives a breath of fresh air for Metro Manila urbanites that need an escape and want to wind down with a quick vacay. It’s known for its cool mountain breeze, spectacular views of Taal Volcano and the lake surrounding it, cliffside sceneries, and beautiful pine … Read more