by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 11, 2017 | Pangasinan, Travel Guide
Riddled by 123 islets spearing out of the cerulean sea, Alaminos in Pangasinan beckons intrepid travelers and pleasure seekers. Home to a staggering variety of wildlife and fishes, these coral islands are collectively...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 12, 2017 | Itinerary, Laguna, Philippines, Travel Guide
San Pablo in Laguna is largely made up of agricultural lands blissfully situated at the foot of Mount Banahaw and Mount Makiling, making it a great destination for ecotourism activities. San Pablo is also known for...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 9, 2017 | Ilocos Norte, Philippines, Travel Guide
An old favorite, Ilocos Norte will leave you breathless with its sundry topography. When touring the southern territories of Ilocos Norte, you may avail of their tricycle tours, whether you are in Burgos or Pagudpud....
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 2, 2016 | Lanao del Norte, Travel Guide
Iligan City, the bustling metropolis of Lanao del Norte is best-known for the poster girl of the province – Maria Cristina Falls. Despite being hailed as the “City of Magnificent Waterfalls”, home to 23...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 1, 2016 | Indonesia, Travel Guide
Yogyakarta is history, yes, and also the culture and soul of Java. This vibrant city has been dropping jaws for years because of its architectural medley of ancient temples, elaborate heritage buildings,...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 14, 2016 | New Zealand, Travel Guide
Rotorua, a city in New Zealand’s North Island, is widely known for its geothermal activity. It is home to the world-famous Pōhutu geyser, considered as the largest geyser in the southern hemisphere, and which...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 6, 2016 | Philippines, Surigao del Sur, Travel Guide
Hinatuan, a sleepy town in Surigao del Sur in Mindanao has risen to fame because of Enchanted River. The area has been developed; picnic tables and cottages have been built and the once pristine river is now akin to...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 22, 2016 | New Zealand, Travel Guide
No trip to Auckland will be complete without experiencing the beauty of Waiheke Island. Considered as a gem in the gorgeous Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke is home to world-renowned vineyards and award-winning wines. From...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 13, 2016 | Travel Guide
From city parks to sparkling harbors to stunning heritage buildings to outdoor theaters and gorgeous night walks, there is entertainment and plenty of activities in Auckland for everyone. Even for a traveler looking...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 11, 2016 | Travel Guide, Zambales
The mesmerizing beauty Mt Pinatubo sits near the tripoint of the provinces of Zambales, Tarlac, and Pampanga. Famous for its crater lake that turns to various shades of mint, turquoise, and emerald green depending on...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 2, 2016 | Beaches, Philippines, Travel Guide, Zambales
Surfing is probably the most exhilarating thing you will ever do. It feels like you are floating through a series of energy pulses, rolling through the waters below you, pulling you closer to the shore. And as you...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 27, 2016 | Indonesia, Travel Guide
Bandung has always embraced traditions, arts and bold developments. Because of its blissful and strategic location on a river basin hemmed in by mountains, the Dutch immigrants planned on transferring the colonial...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 25, 2016 | Indonesia, Travel Guide
At twelve midnight we started our ascent, I perpetually pause to catch my breath, trekking beneath a narrow ribbon of sparkling stars that twine around the crest of the gorge. Three hours after, there, in the silence...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 19, 2016 | Indonesia, Lombok, Travel Guide
Gili Trawangan is not just an island, but an experience. Steps by the beach, you’ll find neon lights and a wealth of bars, discos and restaurants studded along its busy swath of sand. If you are in for some...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 21, 2015 | Beaches, Philippines, Sorsogon, Travel Guide
Here’s a travel guide to help you plan your trip to Sorsogon’s best beaches: Subic beach and Tikling Island is located on Matnog. Recommended Boatman : Eddie Evasco – 09261404577 (TM) / 09282538607...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Oct 29, 2015 | Sorsogon, Travel Guide
On the southern part of Bicol region, in the town of Bulusan in Sorsogon, stands a beacon known as Bulusan volcano. Rising at 5,135 foot above sea level, it is believed to be the 4th most active volcano in the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 23, 2015 | Antique, Beaches, Philippines, Travel Guide
Itching for tropical island cliché lapped by azure water and bursting with kaleidoscopic marine life gliding over massive coral plates? Pack your snorkeling gear and swimwear and delve into Nogas Island! (a...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 1, 2015 | Palawan, Philippines, Travel Guide
Blissfully situated in the Calamian Group of Islands in Palawan, Philippines, the municipality of Culion is an erstwhile leper colony during the American colonial period. It was picked as a colony because of its sheer...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 1, 2014 | Northern Samar, Samar, Travel Guide
Biri Island is a small island saturated with natural attractions like the Biri Rock Formations. There are 7 rock formations: Magasang , Magsapad, Macadlaw, Puhunan, Pinanahawan, Bel-at and Caranas. How to Get to Biri...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 13, 2014 | Batangas, Philippines, Travel Guide
The unassuming town of Taal in Batangas province draped by well-preserved colonial-era houses exudes a timeless beauty and a graciously chilled atmosphere. Dubbed as the Balisong and Barong Tagalog Capital of the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Aug 4, 2013 | Philippines, Travel Guide
Cotabato City is sandwiched between the towns of Sultan Kudarat and of Maguindanao. It is not located in Cotabato Province (South or North) neither is it part of ARMM Region (the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao)....
