Vientiane is a common destination for backpackers in South East Asia. Many say that there is not much to see and do in Vientiane as others make this place only as a stop over before heading to Luang Prabang. Whatever it is, I find Vientiane interesting and worth […]
The white sand dunes is the main attraction of Mui Ne and one of Vietnam’s charming tourist destinations. The massive Saharan dunes is located almost 4 hours north of Saigon. The dunes range from gold to pure white. A small stand of pine tree sit on the southern […]
Getting a Nepal Visa On Arrival (VOA) in Kathmandu is a breeze. Almost all nationalities, Filipinos included, can avail of the Visa On Arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Kathmandu airport is Nepal’s main international gateway. Upon arrival, one needs to take a VOA application form and properly fill it […]
My first glimpse of Bali sunrise at Nusa Dua Beach. I woke up early today because I want to have a glimpse of the beautiful Bali sunrise. I was told that Nusa Dua beach is one of the best places to catch the rising sun. Nusa Dua is […]
Here is my list of 10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the Philippines. The list includes both the famous and not so famous ones. However, all of them, save Maria Christina Falls are not fully developed and there are no structures that could annoy nature lovers. 10. Laligan Falls, […]
Its 9 days before this blog turns 1 year and today, I will share my list of 11 Most Beautiful Beaches in the Philippines. My list of Most Beautiful Beaches in the Philippines does not include the famous and the popular because I prefer the serene, the pristine, […]
Baguio is the Summer Capital of the Philippines because of its cool climate when the rest of the country is experiencing the heat of summer sun. Baguio is an easy get-away for many tourists because it is just a 5-hour drive from Manila. More so, there are hundreds […]
Red River Valley Waterfalls or popularly known as Pulang Bato Falls is a unique waterfalls because of its seemingly red water caused by the red rocks in the area. The rocks contain some sort of minerals that make the water appear reddish though in fact it is clear. […]
Undeniably the most noticeable structure in the whole of Sorosogon City, the Cathedral of Sts Peter and Paul has a huge dome ala-Vatican that dominates the city’s skyline. The new church was inaugurated on April 27, 2011 on the occasion of the 60th year of the Diocese of […]
This is my first time to try the PNR train and its an overnight ride from Naga City to Manila! The 12 hour train ride proved to be an ideal transportation alternative. My review and story to follow.
One wish completed today 12 times – Sandboarding at Red Dunes, Mui Ne, Vietnam. January 15, 2013. Mui Ne is famous for its stunning yellow, red and white sand dunes and there’s nothing more fun to do than sand boarding!
Preliminary I am on my way to visit all the 80 provinces of the Philippines in one year. I call this project #awesome #philippines80. I have started it last May 2012 and by far, I have done half of the journey. And on those days I have been […]
I have been traveling solo alot and I have noticed that more and more people are really going solo. For whatever reason, I know it’s worth it. Here is how I travel solo: PLAN AHEAD. There is no substitute for a good plan. I am not referring to […]
Located in Masao Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte, this site is believed to be where Magellan landed and made blood compact with Raja Siaiu. History has this to say: Antonio Pigafetta and the Official Chronicler of Magellan’s fleet wrote “as we have seen a fire on an island […]
Preliminaries I started my year-long project called awesome #philippines80 last May 2012 and hopefully I can visit all 80 provinces until May 2013. I first visited the province of Marinduque being the geophysical center and heart of the Philippines. It was intentional for me to visit Marinduque first […]
Blessed with more than 30 known and explored waterfalls, Iligan City is home of one of the most beautiful Philippine Waterfalls I have seen – the mesmerizing, enchanting and captivating Tinago Falls. Tinago means “hidden” in English. Tinago Falls is located in the deep ravines of Barangay Ditucalan […]
Tai-o is a traditional fishing village located in the river banks of Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Tai-o is a popular tourist destination because it is known as the “Venice of Hong Kong” and despite the 2000 fire that destroyed the river village, most of the stilt houses are […]
