Category: Travel
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Where to stay in Armenia?
What does a tourist do first when planning a trip? Of course, he is looking for a place to stay while traveling. As the most hospitable country Armenia offers you a huge range of hotels. There are both five-star hotels and hostels available for budget travelers. The best thing to do is to check out beforehand hotels and hostels and pick the one to include in Armenia tour package. Here is a list of the most popular hotels and hostels in Armenia, which received thousands of positive reviews from guests. Golden Palace Hotel 5-STAR HOTELS Republica Hotel Yerevan. 5-star hotel ... Read more
Smart Ways to Save as You Shop for a Family Trip
Summer is almost here, and soon, kids will be out of school for their vacation. This is the best time to plan fun summer getaways for the whole family. However, since times like these only come once a year, it’s always a good idea to be prepared. When planning for the trip, it would be a good idea to make a list of things you would need for the trip. Of course, when considering what to bring, you need to consider the place where you’ll be going, too. There’s no sense bringing too many electronic gadgets (and expensive ones at ... Read more
Extra Hot Treat by Gibbs Hot Wings
The second to the last stop of the first ever Cebu Food Crawl, a foodie event organized by Cebu Bloggers’ Society (CBS), was Gibbs Hot Wings. I did not have any expectation. But the idea of having a hot and spicy treat after almost a day of great munch is worth anticipating. After our coffee break, we were driven to the Streetscape Lifestyle Mall branch of the Gibbs. Coy Oliva, the restaurant owner, warmly greeted us. He even talked about the humble beginnings of the business. A feast courtesy of Gibbs’ Hot Wings “We started simple. Our hot wing have ... Read more
Pillows Hotel: Raised the Bar of the Bed & Breakfast Hotel Standards
I don’t actually spend much money on accommodation. Hence, I usually end up staying in hostels or in bed and breakfast hotels, which are usually at the bottom of the list when talking about the price. Normally, I will get a small room with a flat sheet on a thin bed, two hard pillows, an analog TV (if lucky), and just a fine comfort room. But that is not worth complaining. I am completely aware that I only shell out few hundreds for the humble space to sleep. Pillows Hotel facade, reception and terrace So, if I find a little ... Read more
Where to Stay in Baguio: Premium Hotels and Budget Accommodations
No one disputes Baguio City as the summer capital of the Philippines. Because of such fame, many other temperate communities around the country call themselves little Baguio. Though there are many other cooler places around; Sagada and Banaue, to name a few, Baguio still remains the place to go for the majority of Filipino vacationers. With a climate that may go as low as 8 °C from December to February, Baguio is the most sought-after vacation spot for those who are looking for an extraordinary chill. The Mansion: The official residence of the President of the Republic of the Philippines ... Read more
Alona Beach, Panglao: Just Another Staycation
I was back after 12 years. The port looked really different and I couldn’t find any familiar edifice. There were no foreign traces nevertheless, still I felt ‘twas my first. Though a ride along the hilly terrain caused me deja vu. It was 2003 when I first stepped Bohol for a Regional Schools’ Press Conference and I didn’t have any follow up visit after that. So after more than a decade, I felt I wasn’t been there before. Boat for Island Hopping My purpose wasn’t an island tour but a staycation in Alona Beach, the province’s priced beachfront. Situated in ... Read more
Canyoneering the Second Time Around with Cebu Bloggers
A sudden stop woke me up. My legs twinged and my elbow pained. I probably pressed them unconsciously against hard surfaces when I was asleep. My neck also hurt a bit. Having it tilted for hours might had strained the tissues. After few stretches and twists, I was back to my inured self. Traveling with Stangers: Not a new thing I peeked outside and immediately recognized that we were close [to our destination]. I did a quick fix; wiped facial oil traces and checked if my stuff were intact. I looked around the bus to inspect if the team is doing ... Read more
A Barbecue Feast at Larsian BBQ in Fuente
I could hardly choose the best deal. Barbecue vendors were rushing to swank about their freebies and discounts. After carefully scrutinizing their offers, we had selected a spot for our chomp. The promise of unlimited free soup and great bill discount influenced our decision to side Eliza’s, a barbecue shop within Larsian. The crew lead us to our seats. The chitchats of the other group beside us were apparent. The normal office rants and the random day-to-day perturbation were the usual topics. The other side, on the hand, talked about relationship and stuff. Larsian BBQ options The Experience The illumination ... Read more
Postcard: Lights and Edifices of Victoria Harbor Hong Kong
I could see your eyes from the sparking lights