ALABANG STAYCATION: VIVERE HOTEL REVIEW

Sometimes, the best getaway doesn’t require a long drive or a flight.  For our recent Alabang staycation, my mother and I wanted somewhere that felt relaxing, but was still convenient enough to enjoy without spending hours on the road. That brought us to Vivere Hotel...
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HONG KONG THINGS TO DO BEFORE AND AFTER CRUISE

Hong Kong is a warm whirlwind of sights, smells, tastes, and sounds. Thronging with traffic and brimming with markets, temples, malls, high-raised buildings, old architectures, parks, museums, and art galleries. If you only have a day or 2 in Hong Kong, or perhaps a...
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STAR CRUISES HONG KONG TO XIAMEN CRUISE PROMO 2026

I’ve finally experienced the Star Voyager Cruise from Hong Kong to Xiamen (China) where we sailed for 3 days 2 nights from Ocean Terminal in Hong Kong.  Good news is, Star Cruises is currently offering a HONG KONG TO XIAMEN CRUISE PROMO 2026 for as low as $169 (about...
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KAOHSIUNG ITINERARY 2026 (with Budget)

Kaohsiung may have made its mark on the tourist map because it is the political and economic center of southern Taiwan, but it's more than that. Easily one of country's most beautiful destinations, this massive municipality has quite a handful attractions for the...
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42 BAGUIO TOURIST SPOTS + ITINERARY (2026)

Detailed Baguio Tourist Spots List and Things to Do in Baguio for 2025 including where to stay and how to get to the Baguio tourist spot.  The Baguio City that we see today was designed by the Americans, this is why you’ll find some tourist spots here with American...
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BOHOL ITINERARY 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 DAYS (2026)

Detailed sample Bohol itineraries for 3 days, 4 days, 5 days, 6 days, and 7 days with budget and travel guide. Bohol is no longer a secret. It has been a favorite of tourists since time immemorial. But if it isn’t your first time in Bohol, no worries as this massive...
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SIEM REAP TRAVEL GUIDE (Budget + Itinerary)

SIEM REAP TRAVEL GUIDE (Budget + Itinerary)

SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA is timeless. What was once a sleepy backwater became a thriving tourist destination renowned around the world because of the discovery of the sprawling Angkor temples.  Indeed, tourism is the lifeblood of Siem Reap, yet despite its fame and the...

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HANOI TRAVEL GUIDE BLOG (BUDGET + ITINERARY) 2019

HANOI TRAVEL GUIDE BLOG (BUDGET + ITINERARY) 2019

To date, Hanoi still emanates with remnants of the French rule through its centuries old gothic churches, French colonial buildings and opera houses. But it also exudes with traditional Vietnamese flair, making it one of the most interesting cities in the country, a...

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Best Affordable Batanes Tour Package for 2017

Traveling to Batanes is like unveiling history and culture which spans for thousands of years.  On my 18-day trip around this northernmost province in the Philippines, I availed the service of BISUMI Tour and Services , a local tour agency, owned and managed by Ryan...

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LAKE PANDIN TOUR AND LAKE YAMBO 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 its palm-fringed lakes with mirror-like...

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ILOCOS NORTE 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.   Here’s a travel blog to help you plan your...

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A Guide to Old Cebu Walking Tour

Dubbed as “The Queen City of the South”, the lovely Cebu City, the oldest city in the Philippines is bursting with rich cultural heritage through its old colonial buildings, archaic churches and interesting museums.  To experience the old vibe of this lively city,...

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