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The Persistence of Names

A guide to some invisible places in General Santos City.

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Basilan Beyond the Headlines

For ages, Mindanao, particularly provinces like Basilan, has carried the stigma of being the most…

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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…

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La Palmera Mountain Ridge: This Nature-Sculpted Mountain in Sultan Kudarat is Something to Behold

In the landlocked municipality of Columbio in Sultan Kudarat, La Palmera Mountain Ridge gifts visitors a surreal glimpse into a sculpted, corporeal representation of nature.

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All the Filipino Food Spots Featured on Somebody Feed Phil

All the iconic Filipino eats, from humble roadside eateries to acclaimed fine dining destinations, that…

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Desserts at the Center

“In my hometown, dessert moves slowly from one table to another, portioned with care. Sweetness…

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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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Getting Fishy at the Navotas Fish Port

A unique photowalk experience at the largest seafood market in Metro Manila.

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South Cotabato’s Lake Sebu: Home of the Dreamweavers and the Land of Living Treasures

In the highlands of South Cotabato, Lake Sebu serves as a living classroom where the T’boli weave dreams, forge metal,…

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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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Found Love in a Homeless Phase

How a middle-aged man realized you can see magic anywhere you choose to look.

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5 Easy and Accessible Mountains Near Manila

Whether you’re returning to hiking or just want a relaxed day on the trail, these mountains are doable as day hikes and are easily accessible by car or public transport.…

Christine Fernandez
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Blown Away by Romblon’s Underrated Beauty

Marble artistry, biodiverse marine sanctuaries, powdery white sand beaches, historical relics, a thrilling technical climb – this travelogue explores why a week in Romblon isn’t always enough.

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The Idyllic Charms of Biliran

Splendid faraway beaches, accessible waterfalls, and hospitable locals – these are what…

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Inaul: Maguindanao’s Vibrant and Enduring Woven Tradition

Maguindanao’s local textile historically was a status symbol for royal and noble families, and weavers…

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All the Filipino Food Spots Featured on Somebody Feed Phil

All the iconic Filipino eats, from humble roadside eateries to acclaimed fine dining destinations, that…

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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 Kalamay Is a Kalamay Is a Kalamay

From a simple word and a simple food, kalamay has grown to represent a whole…

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Of Sand, Sunsets, and Six-Inch Heels

Tucked in a nondescript alleyway between the main road and Station 2’s beach is Rainbow Cafe, where pride flutters like a stubborn heartbeat. Here, drag queens hold on to what…

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Exploring Binondo

What does it mean to preserve a space when the world around it keeps demanding it become something else? Binondo answered by not preserving anything. By letting the streets remake…

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Exploring Lobo and Panaghoyan, Two of Samar Island’s 1,000+ Caves

Home to the country’s largest cave system, Samar has the most number of caves in the Philippines: approximately more than 1,000 caves, with only 100 explored by humans. It’s one…

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A Memorable Day at Quitinday Green Hills Eco-Park

Though sometimes called “Bicol’s Chocolate Hills”, Quitinday Green Hills offers a unique kind of charm with its uneven collection of hills and 360-degree views of lush landscapes, with Mayon Volcano…

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The Seeds We Plant in Place Bloom Long After We’ve Left

“Tatay, the weather is perfect outside,” he said, pointing at the fog that cascaded through the window like the ebbing breath of nature. There was something refreshing about seeing Baguio…

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Quiapo In My Mind: Of Faith, Folklore, and Stopovers

Quiapo is Manila stripped down to its rawest instinct. It isn’t only its history that draws people. It’s how it absorbs everyone who passes through and makes them part of…

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