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“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber

BGC Food Series: Stacy’s

How can any girl forget Stacy’s? It’s not your typical restaurant – it’s your doll house come alive. Little girls and young-at-heart females would surely reminisce their childhood as they … Continue reading

August 5, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Early Bird Breakfast Club and Slice

Early Bird Breakfast Club Maybe it’s because someone from abroad brought the concept here in Manila, or maybe it’s due to the sudden increase of Filipinos now working on graveyard … Continue reading

July 26, 2014 · Leave a comment

D.I.Y. Ilocos: Itinerary and Expenses

Call me and my friends crazy, but we explored Ilocos in just a weekend! The schedule was really packed, but we managed to squeeze everyone’s wishes into the itinerary. Since … Continue reading

July 6, 2014 · 10 Comments

Ilocos: A Love Triangle of Food, History and Adventure

Many times, I find myself doing something I never thought I would do. Despite my love for travel, I’m not the most adventurous person out there. Adrenaline rush doesn’t always … Continue reading

June 29, 2014 · 1 Comment

Up, Up and Away in Ilocos Norte

Just a few weeks after our Batad adventure, my friends and I forged another trip before summer became officially over. Our varied interests made it difficult to pick one destination. … Continue reading

June 19, 2014 · 2 Comments

When Quitting is Winning

They say that quitters never win, and winners do not quit. It’s easy to believe it at first, after all, who are we to defy that famous notion? But it’s … Continue reading

June 16, 2014 · 5 Comments

BGC Food Series: Jozu Kin

The sweltering heat of Manila finally took its toll on us and we finally decided to eat somewhere closer to the office. Burgos Circle was our destination, but since we … Continue reading

June 8, 2014 · Leave a comment

BGC Food Series: Órale! Taqueria Mexicana

After a meal at Wildflour and a trip to Batad, we decided to give our wallets some rest by forcing negotiating with Mimie for her to treat us before leaving … Continue reading

June 5, 2014 · Leave a comment

D.I.Y. Batad: Itinerary and Expenses

Going to Batad wasn’t the easiest thing to do, yet it’s one of the most rewarding ones. Not only had this trip been one of the cheapest weekend getaways I’ve had, … Continue reading

June 1, 2014 · 4 Comments

Local Encounters in Batad

“Give Me Back the Menu.” Exhausted from our day’s trek and underwhelmed by the food served in the restaurant of our guesthouse, we decided to give a different inn a … Continue reading

May 30, 2014 · 2 Comments

Batad: Trekking to Tappiya Falls

Though tired from our morning trek down to the village of Batad, we had to move our asses back on the road. It’s been raining every afternoon according to Bernie, … Continue reading

May 22, 2014 · 10 Comments

Batad: Trekking to Tappiya Falls

Though tired from our morning trek down to the village of Batad, we had to move our asses back on the road. It’s been raining every afternoon according to Bernie, … Continue reading

May 22, 2014 · Leave a comment

We finally made it to Batad!

It was way back in December of 2012 when my friends and I began contemplating on visiting Batad, one of the clusters of rice terraces hailed as a UNESCO World … Continue reading

May 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

We Finally Made It to Batad!

It was way back in December of 2012 when my friends and I began contemplating on visiting Batad, one of the clusters of rice terraces hailed as a UNESCO World … Continue reading

May 18, 2014 · 4 Comments

BGC Food Series: Wildflour Cafe + Bakery

The first stop on our BGC Food Series was Wildflour Cafe + Bakery, one of the hottest places to dine in the metro in 2013. It’s always packed, with customers waiting by the … Continue reading

May 11, 2014 · 2 Comments

Food, Friends, Future

“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber I quit my job almost a month ago. I wish I could tell you that I’m … Continue reading

May 9, 2014 · Leave a comment

Food, Friends, Future

“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber I quit my job almost a month ago. I wish I could tell you that I’m … Continue reading

May 9, 2014 · 2 Comments

Northern Mindanao + Davao: Itinerary and Expenses

As my series of posts related to Mindanao draws to a close, I would like to share with you two practical notes – itinerary and expenses. Itinerary Day 1 Arrival … Continue reading

April 27, 2014 · 1 Comment

A Day Trip to Eden Nature Park

On our last day in Davao, we headed to yet another communion with nature: Eden Nature Park in Toril. Since it was early, the roads weren’t as congested as we … Continue reading

April 20, 2014 · 2 Comments

What to See in Davao City

After a quick getaway from Samal, we spent the rest of the afternoon going around the city of Davao. Here’s a list of things to see: Museo Dabawenyo It is … Continue reading

April 17, 2014 · Leave a comment