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Categories Accommodations Tacloban City

My Scariest ‘Paranormal’ Experience in a Travel Accommodation

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If you have been following me for a while now, you already know that I travel solo, and, in this post, I want to share my scariest, paranormal, so to speak, solo travel experience. I visited Tacloban to feature the city for my travel blog in 2018. While my experience … Continue ReadingMy Scariest ‘Paranormal’ Experience in a Travel Accommodation

Categories Davao City Mountain Resorts

The Red Barn Davao – Let’s Have A Virtual Tour Of This Hidden Gem In Sitio Uguis, Eden, Davao City

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Amid a lush greenery within the highland Barangay of Eden in Toril, Davao City, lies a paradise – The Red Barn Davao. This hidden gem has been increasingly attracting visitors seeking a tranquil escape from the city noise. What was once a family farm is now accessible to the public, … Continue ReadingThe Red Barn Davao – Let’s Have A Virtual Tour Of This Hidden Gem In Sitio Uguis, Eden, Davao City

Categories Davao City Festivals Travel Guide

38th Kadayawan Schedule of Events and Activities | Kadayawan 2023

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38th Kadayawan Schedules of Events and Activities | Kadayawan 2023 August 10 Event: Pag-abli sa Kadayawan (Opening of Kadayawan Festival) Venue: Magsaysay Park (Bantawan Amphitheatre) Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM Event: Tabuan sa Kadayawan (Farmer’s Market – a place where small businesses converge in one area to introduce/sell their … Continue Reading38th Kadayawan Schedule of Events and Activities | Kadayawan 2023

Categories Cotabato

Three-Day Cotabato City + Pigcawayan Vacation – Places I Visited

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I visited Cotabato City expecting nothing. Well, what I mean is I expected it to be a fun vacation, but nothing specific. One reason for that was I wanted to surprise myself, so I did not do any research; another reason was that my friend, the person touring me around … Continue ReadingThree-Day Cotabato City + Pigcawayan Vacation – Places I Visited

Categories Davao City Mountain Climbing

Viper’s Peak – A New Favorite Hiking Spot In Davao City

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There’s this beautiful hiking spot that is just about 20-minute ride from Toril Proper that you might want to try. Whether you are preparing for a major climb or just want to have a morning trek get some fresh air, this place will surely provide what you are looking for.  … Continue ReadingViper’s Peak – A New Favorite Hiking Spot In Davao City

Categories Food Reviews Shopping Travel Guide

Baker’s Hill – Puerto Princesa’s ‘Pasalubong’ Authority

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(Here’s it’s worth dropping by) Baker’s Hill in Puerto Princesa is the go-to place for those who buy goodies for pasalubong. No wonder why tour operators include it in their travel itineraries. Well, they should! I experienced going there myself, and I can attest that dropping by this place is … Continue ReadingBaker’s Hill – Puerto Princesa’s ‘Pasalubong’ Authority

Categories Caves Caving Palawan Puerto Princesa Travel Guide

Here’s all you need to know if you plan to have a DIY Underground River Tour (Subterranean River Tour)

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[This post supersedes my previous Underground River travel guide] 1 | Getting a permit You have to get a permit at the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park Protected Area Management Office. It has transferred to Mendoza Park – about 2.7 km from its previous office at the Puerto Princesa … Continue ReadingHere’s all you need to know if you plan to have a DIY Underground River Tour (Subterranean River Tour)

Categories #MeantToGoForFood Food Reviews

Vines – A Taste Of Thai Cuisine In Davao: Surprisingly Delightful

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When a friend of mine suggested Vines for our dinner get-together, my reply was “okay ra ko kung asa ang gusto ninyo.” And here’s the thing: When I send a response like that, my mind tells me I am okay with it, but I am not excited about it.  In … Continue ReadingVines – A Taste Of Thai Cuisine In Davao: Surprisingly Delightful

Categories Culture Davao City Festivals

2022 Kadayawan Festival: Schedule Of Activities

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Finally, almost three years into the pandemic, the City Government of Davao goes for a face- to-face Kadayawan Festival celebration. Yes, you read it right. This time , you will witness the Kadayawan Festival again in the streets, halls, stages, and other venues. Are you all excited for the Kadayawan … Continue Reading2022 Kadayawan Festival: Schedule Of Activities