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Nauvoo Farm Resort (Pampanga): A serene resort with view of Mount Arayat
As you can probably tell from our trips, we love discovering relaxing resorts and bed & breakfasts especially those that are only a few hours’ drive away from Manila. In our recent escapade, we went…
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Apo Reef and Pandan Island (Sablayan, Mindoro): Travel Guide + 3 Days Itinerary
At the beginning of this year, my friend Peng invited me for a DIY trip to Apo Reef and Pandan Island in Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro. I’ve always wanted to go to Apo Reef but never…
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Delightful farm stay at Costales Nature Farms, Laguna
Farm staycations are becoming more popular nowadays. As we seek our way back to nature, we get more drawn to farms and rest houses in natural settings. One such place is Costales Nature Farms in…
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Cabongaoan Beach & Tambobong Beach: Weekend Road Trip to Pangasinan
Before official summer began, we went for a weekend road trip to Pangasinan. We visited Tambobong Beach in Dasol and Cabongaoan Beach including the infamous “Death Pool” in Burgos along with friends we’d met in…
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Ataalaya Farmhouse: Bed-and-Breakfast with Stunning Views of Taal in Batangas
Oh my God, is this the most beautiful rest house in Batangas? That was my first thought when we entered the gates of Ataalaya Farmhouse. Ataalaya Farmhouse is a private bed-and-breakfast set in a 5-hectare…
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Island Hopping in Sohoton Cove and Siargao
One of the things you should not miss in Siargao is island hopping. You can do a 1-day island hopping tour of Sohoton Cove in Bucas Grande and the 3 islands in Siargao: Naked Island, Daku…
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Food Tripping at Greenfield Weekend Market, Mandaluyong
Greenfield Weekend Market was my favorite tambayan when I was meeting friends or craving for a quick bite with Hali. I remember that there used to be a crystal store here we used to frequent,…
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Casa Belinda: Idyllic Private Resort in Lipa, Batangas
We’re always on the prowl for private resorts or rest houses near Manila where we can escape for the weekend and relax. We’re lucky to have found this beautiful rest house in Batangas, which is…
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Beyond Adobo: 25 Filipino Food You Need to Try
Sometime ago, I was doing a random search in Google and found myself looking at the top results for Filipino food guides — and discovered that none of them were written by a Filipino! So…
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The Cliffhouse Laguna: An Exquisite Hot Spring Resort in Laguna
Laguna is the go-to destination for those who want to enjoy a day on a hot spring pool. We’ve discovered one of the best private hot spring resorts in Laguna — The Cliffhouse Laguna. The…
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17 BEST Resorts in Cavite to Beat the Summer Heat
In recent years, Cavite is slowly building its reputation as a travel destination for weekends. Aside from the hotels and bed-and-breakfasts in Tagaytay, it is also home to numerous resorts — whether it’s beachside, riverfront,…
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7 Days Itinerary to Barobo, Dinagat Island and Siargao
In my opinion, the most virgin places in the Philippines can be found in Mindanao. Not only that, there is rich culture and history everywhere in this region. Here’s our guide to 7 days backpacking…
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