Travel up north for a great getaway that combines rest, relaxation, historical tours, food quests and adventure. Whew! All that and more, in an Ilocos Norte trip. Need to know Ilocos Norte is located at the top of the Philippines. That is, if you’re looking […]

Whether it’s one of the cheap Ibiza holidays you plump for or you decide to head to alternative shores this summer, a sojourn with the kids after a year of hard work is not only well-deserved but needed, too. Being able to say goodbye to […]

Waking  up at 3 AM on a Saturday is one of the most ungodly activity there is. Battling the cool morning mist, I made my way through our deserted village except for the occasional stray dog attempting to sniff my scent.  I walked briskly, gathering […]

With a myriad of ski resorts to choose from, considering the minute size of this principality, Andorra skiing is some of the best around, and just a couple of hours away from the UK. Skiers and boarders flock to this fabulous country, nestled in the […]

Below is a sample itinerary with estimated expenses on how to go to Tingloy Island from Manila for an overnight stay.  Thanks to Marxtermind.com for this. Recommended for group travels.  Shared expenses were divided among 8 individuals. Day 1 Time Itinerary Details Shared Expenses Expense 03:30 AM […]

Having been born and raised in a country like the Philippines, I often find myself day-dreaming about going to places I have never been to. Places that are entirely different from the one I have grown accustomed to.  I can literally conquer the world with […]

I am an old soul.  I love anything that gives a hint of a past when buildings were as magnanimous as their built.  I am at awe when an old house lurks at every old town’s corner.  My eyes are wide as they can be […]

Moon bathing at Abrac Beach, Patar, Bolinao, Pangasinan Have you experienced moon-bathing at night by the beach? If not, you should definitely try it! Feel the cool wind breezing from the sea, stare at the soft light of those far away twinkling stars and listen to […]

Whew! Just finished drafting the first leg of our planned backpacking trip last weekend.  It was not really hard considering we followed Ambot’s itinerary, with a some revisions and inclusions of our own. Plan is to be gone in 10 days. First time to do […]

Wandering in the streets of Taal, Batanggas, my friend and I bumped into these two. The male (in white coat) was overprotective of his partner and he chased me and pecked my feet non-stop until we were far, far away. Check out my day-adventure in […]