Destinations
Category: Destinations
5 Easy and Accessible Mountains Near Manila
When it comes to hiking, “easy” varies by experience and fitness level.…
A Glimpse of Mindanaoan Culture in Maguindanao
A decade ago, the mere mention of Maguindanao—a province in the Bangsamoro…
A Kalamay Is a Kalamay Is a Kalamay
Sweetness has always been one of our ways of enduring. It arrives…
A Memorable Day at Quitinday Green Hills Eco-Park
There’s always a certain kind of magic when you visit a place…
A Nostalgic Stroll through Downtown Naga City, the Heart of Bicol
A walk through Naga City revives an appreciation for old childhood spots
A Slow Getaway to Biliran
In a world that often encourages constant movement and packed itineraries, Biliran…
All the Filipino Food Spots Featured on Somebody Feed Phil
If you’re a fan of food shows, you’ve probably watched Somebody Feed…
Along the Coast of Bulacan, Climate Change and Corruption Raise Questions About the Cost of Progress
As climate change accelerates coastal flooding, a vast land reclamation project backed…
Artscapes in the Philippines: The True Portrait of the Filipino as an Artist
Feel the creative heart and soul of the Philippines in these art…
Beauty and Challenges: Experiencing Manila Bay’s Sunset from Controversial Viewpoints
The ambivalence of Manila’s sunsets from an ecological and sunset-loving standpoint
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…
Beyond the Bookshelves: Historic Manuscripts at the National Library’s Permanent Gallery
Reliving history in a way no classroom could replicate inside an underrated…
Blown Away by Romblon’s Underrated Beauty
Returning to Romblon with fond recollections of my first visit a decade…
Bulubadiangan: The Sea Dreams of Land
Bulubadiangan, a small island with a strip of white sand in the…
Burgos and Beyond: Rediscovering My Childhood Town
Coming home to the place where I spent my childhood often stirs…
Camiguin: Refreshingly Unchanged
One traveler reflects on three visits to Camiguin over 17 years and…
Coconut and More: How Local Gastronomy Keeps Quezon’s Identity & Communities Alive
How Tina Decal’s Kulinarya Tagala is making visitors remember and appreciate local…
Coffee and Crafts: The Atis’ Artistry in Barotac Viejo, Iloilo
I have always associated Iloilo with good food like biscocho, fresh seafood…
Contrasting Truths of Faith: Dinagat Islands
Despite its enviable biodiversity, Dinagat remains as one of the poorest provinces…
Cueva Del Santo: A 16th- Century Man-Made Catholic Sanctuary in Quezon City
I decided to leave the anticorruption protest rally on that early Bonifacio…
Demystifying Mount Ilihan
From its cloud-crowned peak, I understood why someone as particular as Neil…
Discovering ADCD: Arts and Design Collective Dumaguete
On nearly missing a flight for a coffee fix and discovering a…
Experiencing the Philippines’ Picturesque Views from the Back of a Motorbike
To my right were sheer, rugged cliffs, and to my left was…
Exploring Binondo: A DIY Food and Historical Tour
My girlfriends from college had wanted to do this for years. It’s…
Exploring Lobo and Panaghoyan, Two of Samar Island’s 1,000+ Caves
Samar Island - composed of the provinces of Samar, Northern Samar, and…
Getting Fishy at the Navotas Fish Port
The weather was like the first time I visited Navotas City’s fish…
Greener on the Other Side: Riding Through Occidental Mindoro
How a man who loves Puerto Galera came to admit that the…
How an Old Inn Gave Us the Best of Roxas City
“This inn is old and very creepy. We probably should find another…
How Catanduanes Earned Its Place Among My Favorite Philippine Destinations
Often mentioned last in conversations about Bicol, Catanduanes surprised me so much…
How to Explore Intramuros: The Best Ways to Tour Manila’s Walled City
With its cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages, and Spanish era landmarks, there’s no…
Iloilo’s Endless Esplanade
The intimacies of walking along Iloilo’s popular 9.29-kilometer riverside esplanade “Oh my…
Inaul: Maguindanao’s Vibrant and Enduring Woven Tradition
I have always seen the Bangsamoro Region in Mindanao as a home…
Keeping Time with the Mountains in Sagada’s Paytokan Trail
Every step through Sagada’s sacred mountainous landscape is a lesson in the…
La Palmera Mountain Ridge: This Nature-Sculpted Mountain in Sultan Kudarat is Something to Behold
When someone asks whether I’m a beach or a mountain person, I’d…
Lake Sebu Lotus Garden: Paddling Through the T’boli Culture
As our owong glided over the calm lake, I felt like I…
My City’s Central Landmark: Quezon Memorial Shrine
Inside Quezon City Memorial Circle (QCMC) is the most distinguished landmark of…
My Solo Weekend in Dapitan: More than Rizal’s Place of Exile
Dapitan has always intrigued me, not just as the place where the…
Of First Times, Chaos & Finding Peace in Magalawa Island
The vehicle choked often against beds of rock and asphalt. We tilted…
Of Lemon Pies and Getting Lost in Sagada
Sometimes, getting lost and the slow life are exactly what we need.
Of Sand, Sunsets, and Six-Inch Heels
Boracay. The sun-drunk slice of chaos at the heart of the archipelago,…
One Stroke at a Time: Swimming Through the Open Waters of the Philippines
An open water swimming enthusiast shares the joys of the sport, waters…
Pancit Batil Patung: Stirring the Flavors of Tuguegarao City
How food can be a story of becomings, endings, and returns
Pit Señor: The Dance We Inherited,The Faith We Complicate
I came to Cebu last year because my children were finally old…
Quiapo In My Mind: Of Faith, Folklore, and Stopovers
The first thing that hits you is the density. Quiapo has its…
Rediscovering the Ili: Kapangan’s Badi Falls
To be a tourist in your own hometown usually has negative connotations. …
Resting in Sasmuan’s Rest Area for Migratory Birds
Stars still shone in the sky when I and other travelers rode…
Sagada: Came as a Clueless Outsider, Left as a Better-Informed Guest
“We don’t want tourists. In fact, we don’t need them here. We…
Savoring the Flavors of Quiapo: A Manilakad Food Crawl and Heritage Tour
A sojourn into the underrated and overlooked soul of the Philippine capital…
Seeking Adventure in Calayan Island
Free from distractions and modern amenities, Calayan’s rural charm, rugged terrain, and…
South Cotabato’s Lake Sebu: Home of the Dreamweavers and the Land of Living Treasures
Located in the highlands of South Cotabato, about a thousand feet above…
Sunken Garden: A Cup Full and Running Over in UP Diliman
The Sunken Garden, or officially the General Antonio Luna Parade Grounds, lies…
The Hidden Adventures of a Morning Walk
Morning comes, and I’m wide awake even before the alarm goes off.…
The Malabon Market Food Jaunt
Mouthwatering gems you’ll find in Malabon market, as told by a Malabon…
The Remote and Rugged Charm of Itbayat Island, Batanes
On history, humility, and how small we are against wind-carved cliffs and…
The Seeds We Plant in Place Bloom Long After We’ve Left
Baguio always has a way of teaching you things you didn’t come…
The Underrated Antique Only a Few Travelers Know
Antique is proof that lessertraveled doesn’t mean less. Often overshadowed by the…
Under Restless Skies: Stormy Camping in Palauig, Zambales
Camping should be uncomplicated, easy, and simple. You pitch a tent, share…
Where the Gods Play
“From where we were in the deciduous forest, hundred-year-old trees swallowed everything…
Where To Go on a Siquijor Island Loop
A traveler shares the best spots to explore along Siquijor’s 72-kilometer circumferential…
Why Climb Mt. Apo? | My Labored Ascent to the Rooftop of the Philippines
Having climbed my fair share of mountains since college, I knew that…
Why Do Statues of Saints in the San Agustin Museum Have Missing Hands?
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,” the proverb…
Witnessing the Release of Sea Turtle Hatchlings in La Union
There’s something about the sunset in La Union. No matter how many…
You Came, You Saw, You Bought a Magnet
(Part 4 of "The Mundane Series") The Psychology of Travel Souvenirs Souvenirs…