Category: Travelogues
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It’s OK to Open Your Heart in Mt. Kapayas
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to visit Mt. Kapayas in Cebu, it might not come. You need to connect with hiking enthusiasts and a good guide for this journey. Even more, you need a friend like Marj, the legendary wanderer, to remind you that it’s time to hike again. I don’t have to…
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Hotel Review: Treat Yourself to a Relaxing Weekend at Cebu Quest Hotel
Around March, I felt I needed a break from the daily grind. You know what I mean, fellow working-class 30-ish folks. It doesn’t have to be a crazy fun island hopping trip or an adventure-filled nature getaway that required long hours of commute. So I began fantasizing about an awesome city break. Somewhere far enough…
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Topokki Man: A Perfect Little Korean Food Spot in Cebu
Get your fill of savoury, healthy and budget-friendly Korean dishes at Topokki Man.
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Up the Ligñon Hill Nature Park
“I won’t promise it’s painless yet I swear it’s cool atop Ligñon.”
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Legazpi Like a Local: 48 Hours of Adventure
Mayon Volcano’s majestic peak, the aroma of Laing simmering in coconut milk, and my father’s stories about Albay fueled my longing to visit Legazpi City. It felt strange. I’d explored other destinations—Bohol, Bukidnon, Cebu—and even ventured abroad, yet my father’s hometown remained a mystery. Where to Stay in Legazpi, Albay Let’s just say my Legazpi…
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Sing Your Heart Out at Quest Hotel’s Posh and Exclusive Karaoke
Pinoys, especially Cebu-based travel bloggers, are frequently, secretly fond of Karaoke. Now I have photos to prove that. Sadly, I didn’t take a video of these awesome bloggers while they were belting out famous old school tunes. (I was quite busy looking up songs for myself.)
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Pili Nut Surprise: A Cappuccino Adventure in Legazpi
Have you ever been so captivated by an ingredient that you had to try it in your coffee? That’s exactly what happened to me on a trip to Legazpi City. As a die-hard coffee lover, I usually stick to the classics, but the allure of Pili nuts as a coffee topping was simply irresistible. Cebu…
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14 of My Favorite Shots at Mt. Naupa
My first time alone with our baby, Fujifilm X-A2, was a fun trip to the mountains. In a stroke of serendipity, Marj of dakilanglaagan invited me to chase the picture-perfect sunset at Mt. Naupa.
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Banilad Cebu’s Top Eats This Weekend
Besides blogging, Brennan of Baktin Corporation, Doi of The Travelling Feet, RJ the explorer, and yours truly share a fascination for great food, drinks, and conversations.
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On the Way to Apo Island: A Salty, Shaky, Soul-Searching Adventure
Back when island trotting was my thing, I had my eyes on Apo Island. Every travel blogger I met swore the sea turtles practically greet you with a “good morning” on the island’s shores. Now that’s a far cry from my past snorkeling adventures, where those turtles are either missing in action or flat-out avoiding…