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Anda de Boracay in Bohol Should Learn from Boracay’s Fate

Posted on July 31, 2018October 24, 2019By meanttogo

I was so amazed by the beauty and grandeur of the Alicia Panoramic Park (aka Binabaje Hills) that I craved for more places to see in Bohol. As I continued my trip to the southeastern part of the island province, the wanderlust in me took me to Anda de Boracay, … Continue ReadingAnda de Boracay in Bohol Should Learn from Boracay’s Fate

Bohol Mountain Climbing Trekking

Cadapdapan Rice Terraces: A Breathtaking Landscape in Candijay, Bohol

Posted on July 26, 2018October 22, 2021By meanttogo

Visiting the Cadapdapan Rice Terraces was part of my Southeastern Bohol tour. How did I discover the place? It all started this way… While I was making a research for my Bohol itinerary, I stumbled upon an article that featured this attraction. At first, glancing at some of its photos, … Continue ReadingCadapdapan Rice Terraces: A Breathtaking Landscape in Candijay, Bohol

Bohol Mountain Climbing

Binabaje Hills: Chasing the elusive Alicia Panoramic Park

Posted on July 24, 2018February 28, 2021By meanttogo

I consider my climb to Alicia Panoramic Park (aka Binabaje Hills) in Bohol as a hell-first-before-heaven kind of adventure. Here’s why… The journey Departure from Davao Airport It all started with some confusion from a Cebu Pacific check-in attendant – on whether to allow me to hand-carry my tripod or … Continue ReadingBinabaje Hills: Chasing the elusive Alicia Panoramic Park

#MeantToGoForFood Davao City Food Reviews

The 5S Box Indian Restaurant: A Taste of India in Davao

Posted on July 2, 2018July 3, 2018By meanttogo

What does Indian food taste like? That was one of the questions I had in my head when a friend of mine invited me to the launching of The 5S Box Indian Restaurant. I realized, I could only answer that if I had to experience it myself. So I decided … Continue ReadingThe 5S Box Indian Restaurant: A Taste of India in Davao

Davao City Travel Guide Waterfalls

Sicao Falls Trekking Guide: Things You Need To Know Before Going To This Wonderful Attraction

Posted on June 27, 2018June 28, 2018By meanttogo

If you are planning for a one-day visit to Sicao Falls then read on as this guide is for you. This is aimed at providing useful information so that your trek becomes a lot easier or, at least, this can help for you to manage your expectations. So, here … Continue ReadingSicao Falls Trekking Guide: Things You Need To Know Before Going To This Wonderful Attraction

Davao Oriental Island Hopping

Island Hopping in Mati: Triangulating Oak, Pujada, and Wanniban Island

Posted on June 21, 2018November 26, 2022By meanttogo

Mati has become popular for its beautiful attractions such as the ‘Sleeping Dinosaur’ and the long-stretch of white sand beach of Dahican. However, it offers more than that for its visitors. From island to highland attractions, surely, you can never get wrong traveling to Mati. If you love island hopping, … Continue ReadingIsland Hopping in Mati: Triangulating Oak, Pujada, and Wanniban Island

Visa Guide

List of Travel Agencies in the Philippines designated by Korean Embassy for Visa Applications

Posted on June 1, 2018June 2, 2018By meanttogo

Beginning July 1, 2018, Korean visa applications will be processed through designated travel agencies. This move, the embassy says, is “due to increased number of Korean visa applicants.” From 90,000 in 2015, it nearly doubled in 2017 as “the total number of visa applicants recorded was around 160,000.” The increase … Continue ReadingList of Travel Agencies in the Philippines designated by Korean Embassy for Visa Applications

Surigao del Sur Travel Guide Waterfalls

Surigao del Sur Travel Guide: Things To Do + Itinerary

Posted on May 2, 2018May 28, 2018By meanttogo

My first-ever visit to Surigao del Sur was made possible upon the all-expenses-paid day tour invitation by Way Philippines (thanks to its founder, Kaiser Mangampo). Despite some schedule issues (prior commitments), I made it sure that I could squeeze this travel into my list. After all, Surigao was one of … Continue ReadingSurigao del Sur Travel Guide: Things To Do + Itinerary

Davao Oriental

Mati Travel Guide: Things to do + Sample Itinerary & Budget

Posted on April 16, 2018November 26, 2022By meanttogo

My travel to Mati was supposed to be part of a group tour. For some reason, however, the rest of the gang backed out, leaving me alone in this “journey” to the south-eastern most part of the Philippines. But since my mind was already set for this summer getaway, I … Continue ReadingMati Travel Guide: Things to do + Sample Itinerary & Budget

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Some Struggles Of A Solo Traveler (And Tips To Overcome Them)

Posted on March 1, 2018March 9, 2018By meanttogo

There are lots of beautiful things you experience when you travel solo: The feeling of independence… of doing the things you desire to do without unnecessary intervention; the nirvana of seeing amazing places that you have not seen before; the fun memories you create with people you meet along the … Continue ReadingSome Struggles Of A Solo Traveler (And Tips To Overcome Them)