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There are two ways to enjoy your visit in Taal Volcano Main Crater. You can take the regular tourist trail, and then enjoy a panoramic bird’s eye view of the crater or hike your way up [then down] via the Secret or Kalawit (Calauit) Trail, and then witness not just the beautiful panorama of the lake but also experience the warmth of the sulfonated water. How to get There Board a Tanauan-bound bus at Buendia Bus Terminal in Pasay City. The fare ranges from ₱90 to ₱100. From the bus stop in Tanauan City, take a tricycle (₱15) to the jeepney terminal, ... Read more

Our visit in Bangkok last November 2013 coincided with the city’s first major protest to oust their prime minister. Major tourist sites were selected as a venue of the noise barrage and like activities. As a result, we made some last minute revisions to our itinerary. The places to visit on our day 1 were Royal Pavilion Mahajetsadabadin, Wat Saket, and neighboring temples. However, the staff of our hostel, Lub d, advised us to keep away from these areas, because they were one of or near the selected protest gathering venues. Thus, we decided not to push the visit on those places. Lub d Siam Square ... Read more

Camiguin is one of the famed tourist destinations in the Philippines. Dubbed as the Island born of fire, Camiguin offers not just a volcanic terrain but also with astounding white sand beaches, lush vegetation, and various water forms. One of these days, you may set foot in Camiguin to see the wonder yourself. This list might be helpful for you. 10 Things to do in Camiguin 1. Fish for Your Lunch At J&A Fishpen, you can go fishing and catch something for your lunch. They will provide you the fishing equipment depending on the way you would like to fish. Floating cottages ... Read more

Singapore is high on the list of many people’s must-see destinations. Little wonder too. Singapore manages to capture the traditional and the modern in a truly unique way. If you are eager to learn more about Singapore and what you can do on your travels, you are certainly in the right place. There are some unique experiences that you will be able to do in Singapore. This is quite unlike anywhere else in the world. Singapore skyline by Nicolas Lannuzel, on Flickr Singapore: Essential Information Singapore is a thriving state. The city is a bustling cosmopolitan town. The skyscrapers against ... Read more

European cities aren’t necessarily the best places to go for a cheap travel experience. Prices in Western Europe, in particular, can be high. In most countries, you won’t find the extremely low prices available in some South American or Asian countries. In fact, some European cities, such as Oslo in Norway and Zurich in Switzerland, are unbelievably expensive. But plenty of people manage to backpack around Europe on a shoestring budget, and they don’t avoid the big cities. Rome is one of the most popular destinations on the continent, and it can get expensive if you’re not careful. However, if ... Read more

When deciding where to travel what do you consider? You may think about the different sights you want to see or the many experiences you want to have. Do you ever spare a thought for the type of food you want to eat? Each country has a different style of cuisine from the next. What you eat whilst you are on your travels depends on where you go. Why not try taking a food tour of the world? Pick countries to visit based on their rich cuisine, so that you can taste the finer things in life. If you’re not ... Read more

Liverpool has always been a hive of fun. The city is not with mass appeal. Whether you want healthy food or popular culture, Liverpool is the place for you. It has been heralded as the birthplace of pop in the UK. Little wonder too. The Mersey Beats scene was incredibly popular in the 1960s. This spawned a wave of amazing bands; the Beatles being one of these bands. Who doesn’t love the Beatles? Liverpool is also home to two of the UK’s best football clubs; Everton and Liverpool. Whether are blue or red, you can enjoy the cities sports. If ... Read more

Every climber has his/her own awesome story of ascent. For us, it was the embarrassing-turned-funny memories and some thrill-aggravating, on the spot made-up fictions. It was also made a lot exciting by the gullible and astute companions. But before I share to you the stories of the climb, let me start with a brief introduction. Pico de Loro Trivia Pico de Loro, which literally translates to Parrot’s Beak, is one of the three peaks in Mount Palay-Palay mountain range (officially, Mt Palay-Palay National Park) in the municipalities of Ternate and Maragondon, Province of Cavite. The other two peaks are: Mataas na Gulod and ... Read more

The Caxton FXcurrency card is accepted at over 31 million outlets and ATMs worldwide – just look for the Visa sign. That opens up a whole planet of restaurants for you to dine at, safe in the knowledge that paying won’t be an issue. Furthermore, while selected eateries may add their own charges for credit card payments there are no hidden charges for using the currency card. Now it’s just a case of getting some food and drink themed travel inspiration. Tokyo loves its food. The Japanese capital has more than 80,000 restaurants and is one of the world’s hotspots ... Read more