Category: Travelogues

  • On Turkish Baths

    On Turkish Baths

    Wearing nothing but my underwear and a hotel-owned towel, I waited inside a steam room (that was barely warm and looked like a wine cellar) ‘til an attendant told me it was my turn.

  • Here’s Our First Look at the Menu of Mizu (Waterfront Cebu)

    Here’s Our First Look at the Menu of Mizu (Waterfront Cebu)

    Before visiting Mizu, you might want to check out their menu first. You’re in luck! We snapped a few photos of their offers to help you plan your Japanese-inspired lunch or dinner.

  • Lambug Beach: A Favorite Beach Hideaway in Badian, Cebu

    Lambug Beach: A Favorite Beach Hideaway in Badian, Cebu

    Badian is also blessed with a public, lesser-known, beautiful white-sand beach named Lambug Beach that’s definitely worth a look. Have you been here?

  • South Cebu Trip Guide for Frugal Travelers

    South Cebu Trip Guide for Frugal Travelers

    South Cebu is where most adventure-seekers, beach-lovers, and divers go to make the most of their trip. Check out this 2018 Southern Cebu travel guide!

  • A Superb Side Trip to Aguinid Falls from Oslob

    A Superb Side Trip to Aguinid Falls from Oslob

    Aguinid Falls in Samboan may not be the largest, most awe-inspiring waterfall in Cebu yet it’s definitely worth seeing especially if you’re already in Oslob, South Cebu. Make this side-trip and you’ll have great stories to bring home.

  • Losing My Cool in the Island of Sumilon, Cebu

    Losing My Cool in the Island of Sumilon, Cebu

    Maybe it’s the traveler’s mistake. Maybe it’s the local’s mistake. When visiting a popular tourist destination like Sumilon Island during summer season, here’s a quick story that can lessen your disappointment.

  • In Search of Cheap Thrills: a Holy Week Trip to Siquijor

    In Search of Cheap Thrills: a Holy Week Trip to Siquijor

    Siquijor has long sparked my curiosity. With its folk healing festivals, odd inn names, and potions sold as souvenirs, we wanted to see what it’s really like. Hope this helps you plot your own Siquijor adventure.

  • Alone But Never Lonely in Malapascua Island

    Alone But Never Lonely in Malapascua Island

    Malapascua Island welcomes those who travel in February with slightly wild and wavy seas. But the waves were not as playful as they were in Carnaza Island or Apo Island on my recent visit. What brought me to Malapascua? I thought you wouldn’t ask! Well, I’ve been wondering what this island has in store for a…

  • Metro Manila Trip Notes

    Metro Manila Trip Notes

    No matter how many times you visit Metro Manila (which consists of four cities and 13 municipalities), the ever-changing metropolis never ceases to surprise. On my longest visit to the city last April, I tried to cram as many things to do, places to explore and people to see. Living in Metro Manila for a…

  • Three of the Most Memorable Meals from My Trip

    Three of the Most Memorable Meals from My Trip

    What makes a meal memorable? Is it the company? 😀 The type of cuisine? 🍱 Or the exquisite dessert? 🍰 Give yourself a few minutes to think. It’s not so hard to pick them out, right? After all, we don’t remember most meals we had while we were traveling. Don’t you wish you wear a memory chip that just replays…