Legazpi City, Albay: Morning Walk in Ligñon Hill
Our second day in Legazpi City, Albay. This is the day we intend to explore places where, hopefully, we could see the full, unobstructed view of Mayon Volcano. So on this day, we started with destination number 1: Ligñon Hill Nature Park. According to many blogs I've read, Ligñon Hill is the best location to catch the breathtaking view of Moun…
Bumpy Plane Ride, A Rainbow and First Glimpse of Mount Mayon
In a trip that that took ten months to materialize, my wife and I embarked on our first travel together in the island of Luzon. It was in April of last year when I was able to score cheap round trip plane tickets for the Cagayan de Oro-Manila-Legazpi City route through Cebu Pacific's promo fare. Albay is our destination and the primary goal is…
Camiguin: Mantigue Island Nature Park
It was a calm and uneventful boat ride from San Roque, Mahinog, so unlike what I've heard from previous experiences which made me skeptical to visit this place despite the few times I've been to Camiguin before. After 20 minutes or so, Mantigue Island finally came into view with its white sands shimmering despite the somewhat gloomy skies.…
Boracay Island
The lovely and tropical island location in the Philippines known as Boracay is an adventurer’s paradise. Everyone seems to be on holiday while on Boracay Island and this is for good reason as there is so much exciting and entertaining stuff to do. Whether it’s sailing or windsurfing or perhaps even snorkeling on many of the beautiful live coral re…
Swimming with the Whale Sharks in Oslob, Cebu
Oslob is a four hour drive away from Cebu city. The small town is known for its most famous attraction, the gentle giants or better known as whale sharks. Whale sharks in Oslob have become dependent on humans when it comes to food. Boatmen feed them everyday from early morning until noon. That’s why it is guaranteed that tourists can watch or swim…
BORACAY: Weekend Getaway!
Aklan is famous for Boracay, a resort island one kilometer north from the tip of Panay. It is known for its white sandy beaches and is considered as one of the more prominent destinations in the country. Because of this, there is frequent air travel to the province’s airports in Kalibo and Caticlan. Also, Aklan is very famous for their Kalibo'…
Travel Guide: Apo Island, Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro
Apo Island is one of the islands in Apo Reef Natural Park. In fact, it is the largest island in the Apo Reef. There are other islands near the Apo Island but all of them are just small islands. The Apo Island is a protected area and it is being managed by the government. Police, Bantay Dagat, Navy and the municipal government protects the island a…
Travel Guide: Pinamuntugan Island - The Hidden White Sand Paradise in Albay
Pinamuntugan Island is one of the unique island and beach destinations located off the coast of Cagraray Island in Albay. It is without refinement, a little wilder, slightly more untamed and significantly less touristy than its neighbor destinations. With a limited accommodation and infrastructure, it is surely an Eden for intrepid explorer who lo…
Experience Batanes! My Cinematic Travel Film
So I recently went to Batanes and it was surreal! T'was an amazing experience for me and so far it is my favorite Island in the Philippines! In just 6 days I literally fell in love with the island with its majestic views, greenery, tradition and culture. I will definitely go back to this place!
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