The writer and their family traveled to Boracay for a 3-day stay, opting for a quieter spot away from the crowded white beach. They stayed at the Savoy Hotel, enjoying calm and private beaches. Despite the crowded commercial areas, they savored the sunset and welcomed the new year with beachside fireworks. Overall, a memorable and enjoyable trip.
The Lenten season in the Philippines marks the start of summer travels. Despite travel restrictions easing, the trip to Liwliwa, Zambales took twice as long due to heavy traffic. The beach was lined with small communities and vibey spots, offering a relaxed atmosphere. The stay at El Pablo Beach Villa was enjoyable, providing a basic yet comfortable experience. Overall, it was a refreshing getaway from the city hustle.
Last June, my wife and I decided we needed to have some “we” time. No Kids, no agendas, just “we” time. Since it was already June which ruled out trip to the beaches for us since it was rain and typhoon season here in the Philippines. We wanted to visit somewhere urban but relatively cheap […]
Osaka is quite a refreshing place for me. Despite being the 2ndlargest metropolis in Japan, it still retains a laid-back feel amidst the observable hustle and bustle of a modern urban area.
It has been 2 years since I last visited Baguio. It was the last time I was able to travel there with my mom and it was literally after that trip 2 years ago, that we found out my mom was sick. As my daughter aptly put it: Every firsts after amah/my mom’s passing still […]
For foodies travelling up north to Baguio, Foggy Mountain Cookhouse should be a familiar name. Chef Marianito “Babes” Reyes opened this wonderful place at the outskirts of Baguio city proper. It is located on the outskirts of Baguio City proper but nonetheless, it is quite easy to access specially via Waze. The alfresco dining area […]
Advanced Warning: Long blog with lots of photos Taipei City is the capital of Taiwan. It’s a modern metropolis that reflects a mixture of Japanese influence along with it’s deep traditional Chinese culture in location that contains both modern skyscrapers and lush scenic nature with its numerous mountians, waterfalls, rivers and lakes. The last time […]
Antonio’s Fine Dining is our family’s happy place in Tagaytay. It’s a place we travel to maybe twice a year for the ambiance and for (in my personal opinion) the best steak I’ve ever tasted.
Last week the Philippines observed All Saint’s day (Nov. 1, 2018) and due to the date’s proximity to the weekend, the dates worked out for a long holiday weekend for many Filipinos with Nov. 2 (Friday) declared as an additional holiday and many offices having no work on Saturdays. A lot of people took advantage […]
Hong Kong is a vibrant mix of east and west whose blood stream is pure capitalism and retail. I love Hong Kong!
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