BuDa or Bukidnon-Davao Highway weaves itself in and out mountains, ridges and hills of Marilog District in Davao City and the province of Bukidnon. The highway is a short cut from Davao City to Cagayan de Oro City and tucked along its hills are different resorts offering beautiful views of the […]
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Only in the Philippines: An Underwater Grotto in a Double-Barrier Reef!
Have you experienced the only underwater religious destination in Asia? Did you know that the Philippines hosted the first underwater pilgrimage on September 7-8, 2012 in Bien Unido, Bohol? It is also where you can find the only double barrier reef in the Philippines! In the photo below, national record holder […]
Durian Bibingka
What’s the newest twist to your favorite Bibingka? Durian Bibingka! Bibingka is usually made from rice flour and coconut milk or water. It is then poured on a container lined with banana leaves and cooked. The traditional way of cooking it is with coals both on the bottom and on […]
Maragondon’s Natural Wonders: 10 Reasons To Choose the Town That Has It All (Prequel)
1.Mt. Pico de Loro Named after its monolith that resembles that of a parrot’s beak, Mt. Pico de Loro is Cavite’s highest mountain at 2,041 ft. Any adventure junkie coming from Metro Manila or nearby towns can easily challenge themselves and take a day hike to the very top of […]
Your Ultimate Travel Guide to Burias Island: Itinerary and Budget
Burias Island, one of the three main islands located on the upper coast of the province of Masbate, offers white sand beaches that travelers can explore.. The quiant town of San Pascual is the jump off point for the island hopping tours to three other islands within Burias: Sombrero, Tinalisayan, and Animasola. Photo from […]
Two Unique Snacks from Surigao: Paowaw & Milledo
When in Surigao del Norte, go to Socorro’s local market or drop by their sari-sari stores to sample their native food. That’s how we discovered these curiously named treats. Paowaw is their take on siopao, with sweet shredded coconut meat as filling in lieu of the usual pork, chicken, or […]
There’s Something Magical About Sohoton Lagoon, And Here’s Why:
We endured a 40-minute butt-numbing boat ride, but soon enough, a paroxysm of serenity superseded personal huff. What a pleasant view have we been sent! Quite an irony from the ugly view of Carrascal and Claver’s open-mine pit. True to what others claim, Sohoton Cove National Park is captivating! But of course, one […]
Cebu’s Highest Point: Osmeña Peak
One of the premier provinces of the south, Cebu has more to offer than its lechon, danggit, and dried mangoes. The town of Dalaguete is located in the southern part of Cebu Island and is about a three-hour land ride from Mactan Airport. The town is regarded as the province’s highest point […]
Top 6 Things to Do in Nabas, Boracay’s Neighbor
Ask any Aklanon about Nábas, and chances are these are the two words you’ll hear: cold springs. Traveling from Kalibo International Airport, Nabas is the town before Malay and its island paradise of Boracay. This makes for a good tandem—Boracay gives you the sizzle, while Nabas provides the refresher. The last […]
The Baroque Fortress Church of Iloilo: Miag-ao
A marker states: Miagao ChurchConstruction of this church began in 1787 while Fray Francisco M. Gonzales O.S.A. was parish priest of this town and Domingo Libo-on was Gobernadorcillo. The Church was completed in 1797. It served as fortress against Muslim raiders. In 1898, during the Revolution, the church was destroyed, […]