Ocean Meets Bay: Sights along San Francisco’s Waters
Strangely, the Pacific Ocean now lay on my left, the opposite of how I viewed it from the Philippines. Modern houses on the Sunset District lined the scenic route, a … Continue reading
We meet again, United States!
It’s strange somehow to realize how things turn out the way they are. Almost a year ago, when I tendered my resignation, I never knew where exactly to go. I … Continue reading
24 Hours in Seoul
With my airline having its base of operations in South Korea, I had to make a stopover in Incheon for a rather lengthy journey. I could either stay for 12 or 24 … Continue reading
Tummy Travel: My Favorite Food Experiences in Japan
Our trip to the Kansai and Hiroshima regions would not be complete had we not tried various dishes that made Japan’s cuisine on the map of the foodie world. Here … Continue reading
Osaka: Umeda Sky Building and Dotonbori
Though we were based in Osaka, and in Umeda at that, we never really got to explore this city until the day before we left. Our base in Umeda proved … Continue reading
Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha
Of all the places we would be visiting in Kyoto, I was excited for Fushimi Inari Taisha the most. This is a Shinto shrine consisting of thousands of orange torii … Continue reading
Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji and Nijo Castle
After spending our first (tiring) day in western Japan, we decided to spend our second day closer to home. It was time for Kyoto. Kyoto was actually our main reason … Continue reading
Himeji, Hiroshima and Miyajima in One Day
Japan gave us a cold welcome, literally. While the temperature soared during the first half of March, it suddenly dropped by the time we arrived. Yet, our short stay made … Continue reading
Japan is amazing!
It has been barely a week since I got back from this wonderful country, but I cannot help think about the next time I’ll visit. Truth be told, I was … Continue reading
One Perfect Day in Tagaytay
Tagaytay. A favorite weekend getaway for Metro Manila residents. A day trip for tourists tired of polluted Metro Manila. Over the years, Tagaytay has progressed from being this rustic town … Continue reading
Not Your Typical Baguio: What to Do in 24 Hours
Having been to Baguio in the past, I wasn’t too keen on visiting the usual tourist spots. The itinerary below isn’t great for first-time visitors, yet it’s a good one-day … Continue reading
Tummy Travel: A Day in Binondo
Tired of the Filipino dishes cooked at home, my family and I decided to have lunch one day in Chinatown. We have no known Chinese blood running through our veins, … Continue reading
D.I.Y. Sagada: Itinerary and Expenses
About ten years ago, I first set foot on the distant town of Sagada. It was just a day trip from Banaue then, an out-of-the-blue decision that turned out to … Continue reading
A Little Bit of Ilocos Norte Love
I may be biased with my love for Ilocos Sur, yet undoubtedly, the tourism campaign of Ilocos Norte is so much stronger. In my most recent visit, I was even handed … Continue reading
Cebu Lechon: Pick Your Pig
That pig that makes any celebration even more grand. That pig that underwent hours and hours of gruelling heat. That pig that was force-fed an apple. That pig that loses … Continue reading
Cebu Lechon: Pick Your Pig
That pig that makes any celebration even more grand. That pig that underwent hours and hours of gruelling heat. That pig that was force-fed an apple. That pig that loses … Continue reading
What to Eat in Cebu
I must admit that I grew up not being too familiar with Cebuano cuisine. My parents both hail from the Ilocos region, and maybe I have no right discussing about … Continue reading
What to Eat in Cebu
I must admit that I grew up not being too familiar with Cebuano cuisine. My parents both hail from the Ilocos region, and maybe I have no right discussing about … Continue reading
BGC Food Series: Greeka Kouzina
Finally, it was time to say goodbye. On my last day of work, my friends and I dined at the famed restaurant Greeka Kouzina, located at SM Aura. Though I … Continue reading
BGC Food Series: Basty’s
Basty’s may be the only restaurant featured in this series that my friends and I often go to. I promised to try new restaurants, but since we dined here in … Continue reading
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