Author: iAn L.

Last year, I organized a backpacking tour with my office mates to visit Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. While Aaron and myself were busy with some other stuff, Roderick silently took our photos from behind. All these fifteen photos are courtesy of Roderick Ordoñez. 1. Arrival in Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) It was Aaron’s first time to be overseas and he was amazed how advanced the airport is, compared to the Philippines. Related Story: Day 1 of the 7-day Indochina Tour: A Walkathon in Bangkok 2. Arrival in Our Hostel, Lub d Siam Square A lot of freebies: book exchange, free pop ... Read more

Would you like to win ₱2,500 Worth of Zalora Philippines coupon? Now here’s your chance. Zalora Philippines is one of Philippines’ pioneer online stores that offers great fashion finds. So, if you want us to fund your next online shopping, join now. Giveaway Terms: Anyone who is 18+ years old can join. If you are overseas, please take note that you can only spend the coupon/voucher at Zalora Philippines which allows shipping within the Philippines only. You must have valid email and existing Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram account to gain raffle entries. You must unlock the six mandatory entries ... Read more

2015 is a Visit Philippines Year. In line with that, here are 30 awesome beach photos (in random order) from around the Philippines that you might want to peek. Daku Island, General Luna, Siargao Daku Island is one of the three gorgeous islands that float off the cost of General Luna in Siargao. This place if perfect for lunch stop during your island hopping. Aside from the relaxing breeze that constantly blows, it has shades that can shelter you. Daku Island, General Luna, Siargao Another view of Daku Island featuring a fine-white beach front, a squeaky-clean water, and a green ... Read more

Quezon Province was my point of interest in the last two months. I spent my pre-birthday beach camp in Padre Burgos with quick visits to some random beauties in the municipality including the neighboring Pagbilao. The week after that, I included Lucban, Quezon in my eastern Laguna road trip. The following weekend, I ventured alone to see the rumored island in the southernmost tip of Bondoc Peninsula, also in Quezon Province. And, just lately, I brought some of my office mates to spend a night on the island off the coast of Mauban. From that series of trips, I was ... Read more

I started to feel dizzy and uncomfortable when the bus became shaky all of a sudden. The clock above the driver’s seat ticked to 12 noon. I saw no signs of Lucena yet. Four hours had passed and yet we were still in the middle of a dusty and rocky road. Then I thought, where the hell are we. I immediately grabbed my phone and hoped that we were located under a cellular coverage. All the worries subsided when I found out (via Google map) that we were in Sariaya, Quezon, a neighboring town. Traffic were just rerouted due to ... Read more

You might be wondering why both Travel+Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler ranked Palawan as the world’s best island in 2013 and 2014 respectively. It wasn’t a recognition they made out of nowhere. It was due the fact that the island, or should I say this group of islands is, indeed, amazing. As a matter of fact, Palawan occupies two spots on UNESCO World Heritage site list and five more are still waiting for official inscription. If you still doubt the rankings from these credible travel magazines, check this out. Below is the list of the awesome things you can do in Palawan. Experience the ... Read more

It rained the whole day and night and I wasn’t really familiar with the place so I preferred to stay indoors. For the entire weekend, I nestled under the reliable roof and above the comfort of my hotel bed. It was a life that I wasn’t used to. So from time to time, I went out to check the condition outside. And when I noticed that the weather was still not conducive to outdoor activities, I went back in, turned my TV on, and scanned every channel that might be entertaining. It was check out time the following day and the ... Read more

Looking a quick weekend getaway? There are some interesting beaches in Quezon province that you can check. Borawan, Dampalitan, Puting Buhangin (with Kuwebang Lampas) offer pampering white sand, appealing backdrop, and noteworthy beach camp. These beaches may not be as enchanting as Calaguas, Boracay, and Palawan, but they can offer equally memorable experience if you make the most of your stay. Bring with you your awesome friends. Borawan Howe to Commute From Buendia in Pasay or Cubao in Quezon City, take a bus to Lucena. Fare starts from ₱210 and the travel time is 3-4 hours. Get off at Lucena Grand Terminal and ... Read more

Sagada is one of the few places in the Philippines that preserved indigeneity. Pre-Spanish burial customs; freakish way to remember the dead (panag-apoy); barter change; strong influence of the local tribal leaders called Dap-ay; and strange planting, harvesting, and wedding ceremonies – all these are still part of the ways of life of Sagada people. Located in the central Cordillera Mountain Range, reaching it is…a bit of a challenge. But don’t think about the butt-numbing ride because an awesome adventure is waiting on the other side. Here’s a list of those interesting things to do in Sagada. Squeeze, Lift, Climb, and Swim During the Cave Connection Exploring ... Read more