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It was my first time in Kuala Lumpur. I arrived via a bus from Singapore. The only information I had was I am alighting at Puduraya. I had pre-booked my accommodation at Agoda and I used that as assurance that I’ll have a good place to stay. The problem, however, was getting to the hotel from Puduraya. Luckily, I had the address of Tune Hotel Downtown KL – that lessened the worry a bit. The bus took nearly 6 hours to reach Kuala Lumpur. It was already 2 in the afternoon when we arrived in Puduraya. I followed where most of the people go, without any ... Read more

With my right foot on the 6-inch street gutter, my left extended a bit backwards, and my torso slightly leaning forward, my lap was strong enough to support my 8-kg crammed backpack. But before I did the drill, I had my eyes scanned the surroundings. I was in Pasay so I was a bit wary to the passersby. When I felt it was safe to open my bag, I searched for my face towel, unzipping almost every pockets. I believe that it was the downside of making last minute preparations, locating stuff would not be easy. It was just 4:00AM ... Read more

Located in Parañaque City, the City of Dreams Manila is fast becoming a favorite destination in the country when it comes to gaming and entertainment, world-class dining, and fantastic hotels. The billion-dollar resort spans about 6.2 hectares and offers a wide array of interesting establishments for the general public. Visitors looking for an unforgettable fine dining experience, a luxurious accommodation, or some quality fun time with families and friends will realize that City of Dreams definitely has it all. City of Dream Manila is probably one of the greatest that happened in the gaming industry. We haven’t heard a news ... Read more

I hardly forgot those footprints I left at the edges of Camiguin’s White Island. It was probably erased by the tide now, but the memories are still fresh and apparent. It constantly reminds me to get out and plunge into a clear waters somewhere else. It is summer time again, and I should keep my ass off the office ergo seat. The White Island isn’t the only attraction you’ll find in Camiguin. There are majestic cascades, hot and cold springs, interesting underwater wonders, remarkable pieces of history, among others. The White Island, Camiguin Camiguin is one of those amazing places in the ... Read more

Seating on the edge of a volcanic mountain range of Zambales, Anawangin seems out of place. The white strip, the verdant pine tree amalgamation, and the clear aquamarine water make the cove superficially foreign to its surroundings. However, Anawangin makes a stunning contrast to the mountain ridges encompassing it. When you are looking for a place to escape from the fast city life and routinary activities, then Anawangin is one of the humble options. There’s nothing more noteworthy than living simply in a beach camp, sharing stories with friends, cooking for yourself, waiting for the sun to slowly disappear from the horizon, ... Read more

Here comes summertime and people from the metro swarm the closest water bodies to ease the scorch. One of the places frequented by the city folks is Daranak Falls in Tanay, Rizal. The waterfalls offers a natural cooling effect, venting out unnecessary body heat of every patron. Since it is one of Manila’s closest, the falls vicinity usually gets crowded for the month of March to May. The cascade splits and becomes thinner too. However, if you are game to join the rumble, then continue reading this article for you to prepare for your next getaway. The crowded summer in ... Read more

If you’re tired of visiting the same old boring travel destinations, you’re probably keen to discover somewhere new and unique. If you ask me, Vietnam could be the answer to your prayers! More and more people are discovering the country for the first time, but it remains a bit of a hidden gem. Vietnam has made an incredible country after being ravished by the Vietnam War a few decades ago. The people are friendly, and the natural landscape is simply stunning. But if you’re still not convinced, here are 5 great reasons why you should visit Vietnam. 1. It’s Great ... Read more

The Island Garden City of Samal or IGaCoS is city that floats off the Davao Gulf. It is composed of the islands of Samal and Talikud including the surrounding islets. Though classified as a city and despite being part of Davao Metropolitan Area, most of IGaCos’ territories are rural. This isn’t a downside though – perhaps a good thing – for the natural habitat is not threatened from rapid urbanization. Nature is safe in IGaCoS. Pear Farm Beach Resort and the surrounding islets in Samal However, we couldn’t tell if the situation will remain the same in the future, thus ... Read more

Three weeks before my Davao, Samal, GenSan and Lake Sebu trip, my father was rushed to the hospital due to heart complications. He spent 10 days in the ICU, costing us a fortune, hence I thought of cancelling the anticipated jaunt. However, I couldn’t simply scrap everything—I got all my plane tickets and hotels paid. In the end, I pursued the trip with very minimal cash at hand. My first day wasn’t really special. I just spent the day and night at Tune Hotel Davao, went out only to eat, checked out the following day, and then headed to Davao City’s Santa ... Read more