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Where the Gods Play

“From where we were in the deciduous forest, hundred-year-old trees swallowed everything in their deep,…

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There’s Nothing Like Batanes

If you're looking for a place to pause, unmoor from chaos, and be regaled by…

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Why Climb Mt. Apo? | My Labored Ascent to the Rooftop of the Philippines

An arduous journey to the Philippines’ highest peak reveals that sometimes, there needs to be…

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Demystifying Mount Ilihan

A hike to a mysterious, lesser-known mountain in Camiguin revives awe and offers some revelations – both negative and positive.

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The Demon of Malabon Cemetery

In Malabon City Public Cemetery, an ominous sculpture speaks not only of the city’s storied…

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The Forest Is Where Wounds Mend

“Breath vapor escaped from my mask as the balmy streets of Kias, still wet from…

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A Migrant’s Dream of Ice
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Where the Gods Play

“From where we were in the deciduous forest, hundred-year-old trees swallowed everything in their deep, dark bellies: the moon’s faint…

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Contrasting Truths of Faith: Dinagat Islands

Despite its enviable biodiversity, Dinagat remains as one of the poorest provinces in the country. It is ruled by one…

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Where Has the Time Gone?

One traveler ponders at the changes in El Nido over a decade of visits and the cost of development.

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How to Explore Intramuros: The Best Ways to Tour Manila’s Walled City

A quick guide to the best ways to tour Manila’s famous “Walled City” — fun, unique, and fuss-free.

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Hiking Sulu’s Highest Peak

Now declared free from insurgent groups and a moderately challenging 2.5-hour walk, a hike to Bud Tumantangis, Sulu’s highest peak,…

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Of First Times, Chaos & Finding Peace in Magalawa Island

The vehicle choked often against beds of rock and asphalt. We tilted our heads back to the swarm of stars overhead – Cassiopeia, Pleiades, Little Dipper – their sharp rays…

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Where the Gods Play

“From where we were in the deciduous forest, hundred-year-old trees swallowed everything in their deep, dark bellies: the moon’s faint light, warmth, and human will. Cold yet sweaty from beanie…

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Seeking Adventure in Calayan Island

Free from distractions and modern amenities, Calayan’s rural charm, rugged terrain, and…

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Why There Is no Rape in Bontoc

The line of og-ogfu winds along the trail,broken only at the height of noon—when the…

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Resting in Sasmuan’s Rest Area for Migratory Birds

The Sasmuan Bangkung Malapad Critical Habitat Ecotourism Area serves as a sanctuary for birds flying…

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Seeking Adventure in Calayan Island

Free from distractions and modern amenities, Calayan’s rural charm, rugged terrain, and off-grid life serve…

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The Thrill of a Siruma Off-Road Adventure Ride

For thrill-seekers looking for a unique off-road experience, a remote beachfront barangay east of Siruma…

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Viridian Forest

Papang is hauntedby the ghost of the bicyclein the backyard. Its bones,twisted and bare,lie open to the rain—a frame in mourning,needing to be wheeledto the scrapyard's chapel of rust.“It’s falling…

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Beyond Boracay’s White Beach: A visit to the Ati Living Heritage Center

Boracay is renowned for its powdery white sand, beach resorts, and vibrant nightlife. Most tourists go here to party and unwind. But for the Ati, the island’s original inhabitants, tourism…

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Patawid: The Legacy of the Baguio City Public Market

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong spoke of the proposed 4.5-billion market redevelopment and a popular mall developer’s legacy project. But what makes a legacy? And what is the legacy of…

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Bulubadiangan: The Sea Dreams of Land 

“Islands like Bulubadiangan are more than a beach destination. They are punctuations for necessary pauses—those rare, vanishing commas in our otherwise breathless sentences of life.”

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Desserts at the Center

“In my hometown, dessert moves slowly from one table to another, portioned with care. Sweetness itself has a hierarchy. This care with dessert has roots in our history. The richer…

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Witnessing the Release of Sea Turtle Hatchlings in La Union

A visit to La Union during sea turtle nesting season paves the way for some new discoveries in insight and conservation.

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