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| Accommodation (1) | Activities (1) | Female Traveler (2) |
| Food (9) | Health (1) | Itineraries (37) |
| Nightlife (4) | Shopping (6) | Sights (3) |
| Transportation (10) | Visa (1) | Volunteering (1) |
| Warnings (27) | With Kids (1) |
Surfin' Mode (Itineraries)
Since I went there to learn surfing years ago, the place become so dear to me though my surfing has not vastly improved I keep coming back. Though San Juan doesn't have the immaculate sand beaches of...Read full tip...
Kapuluan Vista (Itineraries)
I've been going to Pagudpud every year since the early 90's. We've always stayed at the Saud Beach Area, but this year, my brother in law who happens to visit the north told me about Kapuluan Vista which...Read full tip...
Testing the Waves in Pangasinan (Itineraries)
I definitely suggest surfers who just love a different setting for another wrestle with the waves should pay a visit to the province of Pangasinan. I myself experience mingling with its unexploited...Read full tip...
Defying the Waves of Siargao (Itineraries)
Last weekend, I and my best bud Armand went to Sagana Resort to test the unsurfassed waves that is commnly describes as "reaching the Cloud 9" by some magazines. And true to form we really...Read full tip...
Departure tax at the manila airport (Transportation)
Don't forget to set 750 pesos aside for the airport departure fee.. Read full tip...
Scrumptious Bagnet (Food)
Vigan's bagnet is one of my favorites. This is Ilocano counterpart of lechon lawali which takes a longer process of preparation. I had an opportunity to see how the rigorous preparation takes place up...Read full tip...
A penny for your thought (Female Traveler)
If you happen to be mall-hopping around Manila, but have forgotten to bring sanitary napkins, a few loose coins can save the day. There are small wall-mounted vending machines that sell pads and...Read full tip...
Some Artsy Evening (Nightlife)
To those who dig reggae and socially influence music you might as well head to Ayuyang. The place is one of the favorite haven of local artists in Baguio. The place is very native and the space...Read full tip...
Commute in Manila (Warnings)
While hopping on a cab may make your life as a commuter in Manila easier, watch out some cab drivers will not set the meter back. Meters should start 30 PHP in the city. Taking cabs in rush hours (7-10am...Read full tip...
Watch your step! (Warnings)
Watch your step when walking around crowded streets, you might step on nasty things like spit or pee (in the corners of walls and pillars.) The handrails found in train stations and public stairs...Read full tip...
Public Urinals (Warnings)
There are numerous pink urinals scattered in Manila, and as much as it is tempting to take a leak there (especially when you REALLY got to go), it's advisable to stick to the cleaner Johns in the...Read full tip...
Siargao Cloud 9 (Itineraries)
I had fun surfing last weekend in Siargao. To those of you planning to get there you have to wear rubber surfing boots because you will need to walk in some rocky reefs. It pays to bring a first aid kit...Read full tip...
Vigan Flavor (Food)
Other than trying the empanada in Vigan or the small bibingka in the little stalls found in the Plaza, you can head to Cafe Leona which offers a great range of Filipino food. It also offers Japanese and...Read full tip...
Coron (Warnings)
Diving in the Barracuda Lake includes a steep climb up the razor sharp limestone cliff with your scuba gear on. The hike is about a kilometer long, and watch out the wooden handles are not that safe...Read full tip...