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Travel Guide to Basilan Province: Mindanao’s Hidden Treasure
Here’s a travel guide to the province of Basilan including a sample 2-day itinerary. Before we proceed, let me tell you that this is one of the most difficult pieces I’ve written. Not because I don’t know what to write, but because I don’t know how to approach the subject properly. Due to its history,…
- Zamboanga del Norte/Zamboanga del Sur/Zamboanga Sibugay, Basilan, Guides and Itineraries, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi
ZamBaSulTa Itinerary: The Great Mindanao Adventure
One of the best backpacking routes in the Philippines is ZamBaSulTa. ZamBaSulTa refers to Zamboanga, Basilan, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi provinces. The route typically starts in Zamboanga City, which serves as the gateway to other provinces. This is a great trip because it allows you to experience the unique culture, history and food in Mindanao in…
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Isabela City (Basilan): DIY Guide + Day Trip Itinerary
Here’s our day trip to Isabela City, Basilan. We visited Lampinigan Island (an underrated island less than an hour away from Isabela Port) and the famous Malamawi White Beach Resort. Before I go on, let me ask you this. What do you think about when you hear the place Isabela City, Basilan? I’ll tell you…
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Lamitan City (Basilan): DIY Guide + Day Trip Itinerary
A visit to Basilan province wouldn’t be complete without dropping by its capital: Lamitan City. Lamitan City is the home base of the Yakan tribe. The Tausugs and Chavacanos also live here. There are a few city attractions you can explore in Lamitan City. It also has fine-sand beaches and an interesting waterfall called Bulingan…
