Photos by Philip Familara The most famous summer tourist destination here in the Philippines, Boracay island, has been set to close for 6-month as ordered by President Rodrigo Duterte said to be because the island needs to rehabilitate itself from all the damages it has experienced due to improper acts of many tourists. This closure
Cingco Masao resort is a four hour ride from heart of Davao City. Upon taking your way, you can already witness overwhelming view of the sea side and green leaves from the different variety of trees. In addition, the sight of SLEEPING DINOSAUR that connects to the mountain. It is truly inspirational to see the
The Philippines come up with a wide range of sights and attractions for all travelers, from bustling city of Manila to nearly pristine beaches. Of the island country’s 7,000 isles, only around 800 are currently inhabited, supposing the fact that plenty of local showplaces remain pretty remote from each other. But, most important, upon visiting
Seven Seas Waterpark will be your next favorite summer, fun and adventurous, destination. Last October 28, 2017, this waterpark has opened its doors to the public. It definitely has garnered a lot of attention since it announced its establishment. Come on, a waterpark with tons of slides that can be enjoyed by anyone of any
Most of the time we go out of town to give our self that well deserved break. Here in the Philippines, there are many destinations and places to go to when we think of a place to relax. One of the obvious choices is Baguio. Baguio City is just the perfect place to go to
After a long tiring week, you may find it hard to look for relaxation and recreation places that makes you perfectly good. Are you newlyweds and look for the perfect places for the both of you and have a good stay after your wedding? Cebu is one of the places where tourist and vacationist look
Just because the summer months have already passed, doesn’t mean that summer has ended. There are so many places in the Philippines that you can go to which will make you feel like summer will never end. One of which is actually a summer capital of Davao Region. Maragusan, or was also known as
The temporary closure of the Enchanted River has resulted to quite a number of upset visitors and tourists of the beautiful site. The closure that was decided on by the Local Government of Hinatuan was done in order to prevent any further damages that have been caused by the number of unaware visitors to the
Just recently, I was able to fly to Boracay thanks to Azalea Hotels & Residences Boracay. This great opportunity has fed the itching travel bug inside me to once again visit the beautiful island of Boracay. Azalea Hotels and Residences is a relatively new addition in the growing hospitality industry here in the Philippines. The
With all the tourist spots here in the Philippines, it isn’t surprising that when summer comes Filipinos and tourists alike find it difficult to choose which tourist spot they should visit next. One place we can suggest which you will not regret visiting is Davao Oriental. Davao Oriental is the destination that has it all.
It would not be as hard to travel to one of the most beautiful and magnificent places here in the Philippines anymore thanks to Air Asia Philippines. Starting April 22 of 2017, Air Asia Philippines will now be offering seven new routes that are sure to excite all travelers. And one of these routes is
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach (center) waves to the crowd as she leads the Miss Universe candidates during its Kick Off Event at the Conrad Manila in Pasay City on Saturday night. (Jay Ganzon) One of the big events for the country this year is hosting the 65th Miss Universe which will be
On December 21, 2016 an announcement was made through the Facebook page of the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Hinatuan informing the people of the “Advisory on Temporary Closure of Enchanted River” Quoting the Facebook post description of the LGU of Hinatuan. “ADVISORY ON TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF ENCHANTED RIVER The Local Government Unit of Hinatuan
This year, why don’t bring some color to your holiday and include the incredible natural Pink Sand Beach of Santa Cruz Island in your vacation plans? Exotic and unique, this pink sand beach of the Asia’s Latin City- Zamboanga City is an extraordinary natural formations made of sand, crushed coral pieces and calcium carbonate that make
Mt. Dulang-Dulang, is the second-highest mountain here in the Philippines, with the elevation of 2,938 meters above sea level. It is a chief among the mountains of the Kitanglad mountain range. Mt. Kitanglad is the fourth-highest summit in the Philippines. Known for its long trek and its peaks that have the most beautiful view of
Although the province of Cebu has quite a number of waterfalls to offer its millions of local and foreign guests, it is the one located in Barangay Matutinao in Badian that gets the most attention of all. Kawasan Falls is a three-tiered cascade that starts right at the foot of the Mantalungon Mountain Range, where
Feeling like a castaway to an island obscured of its natural beauty but deemed at par to Aklan’s Boracay, a top tourist destination in the country, relatively fewer people know of Leyte’s own version of the same place despite their overall synonymous qualities—Kalanggaman Island. Situated within the municipality of Palompon in the province of Leyte,
Bats have always been associated with fear, all thanks to how they have been portrayed throughout time in the movies. This is the reason why the Geoffroy's Rousette Fruit Bat inhabiting the Monfort Cave in Samal Island in the Philippines do not get much amiable reception from the locals. Aside from being exotic delicacies to
Located just west of the island of Cebu, there lies an island (Bantayan) subdivided into three municipalities: the central and western part is occupied by Bantayan (same name as the island), the northern part being of Madridejos, and on the eastern side, the Santa Fe. Thirty minutes of travel by boat away from the Santa
In an archipelago like the Philippines, it is no surprise that this country offers many serene beaches and world-class resorts. Located forty-five minutes away from Mainland Davao City, the Pearl Farm Beach Resort is a remarkable island getaway as it maintains virgin forests and jewel-blue waters. Given the tranquility of the island, the visitors will
