Palawan, the name itself conjures images of white sand beaches with clear waters and sprawling jungles with a backdrop of rugged mountains. With the capital city of Puerto Princesa, the archipelagic region…
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Tikling Island : The Pinkish White Beach of Matnog, Sorsogon
‘’Why is this named Tikling?’’ I asked our guide, Grace, as we set foot on this island off the coast of Matnog, Sorsogon. She then answered in Tagalog, “ there’s a…
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PAGURIRAN ISLAND and Lagoon: The Hidden Charm of Sorsogon
Girls were giggling when we passed by. Oh man, how I wish I was the object of their admiration. Haha! But being a fat man who travels I’m sure I don’t even…
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Maligcong Bontoc DIY Itinerary Travel Guide
I will never forget the moment I stepped out of the van once we arrived in Bontoc, Mountain Province. I liked the peace that this Cordillera town has brought me, and also…
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Fiesta in Masasa: When our transient house owner fed us with good food
They were all busy. They decorated the house with this nice pink and pastel colors. I saw some girl outfit, gowns and make-up on the sofa. We didn’t know who to talk…
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Irosin, Sorsogon: A Walk to the Hilltop Church
“One ginataang sitaw with two rice.” That was my order from a karinderia in Irosin, Sorsogon when we made a stopover for our lunch. After a relaxing dip at the hot spring…
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Baluarte Zoo in Vigan, Ilocos Sur
I’ve seen Chavit Singson many times, on TV, while playing with his pet, a tiger. You know Chavit Singson? The former Governor of Ilocos Sur who has rose to fame during former…
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Stress-Free Days at Haranah Eco Park in Tanay, Rizal
I didn’t have any travel plans yet. I was focused on my work because there’s just too much happening on it right now. I even thought of setting aside my blog for a…
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Bulusan Lake in Sorsogon
There is something mystical about lakes. I am not sure if I share the same sentiments as others. It’s calming yet it also makes my imagination soar. It’s peaceful yet I feel…
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Matnog, Sorsogon: Island Hopping at the Tip of Luzon
Matnog, Sorsogon has always been a part of my younger days. When I was a kid, a time when we had all the resources to frequently go back to the province every…
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Exploring the Secret Lagoon of El Nido
The moment I jumped into the sea, I already felt those sharp rocks on my feet. If there’s one tip for you who plans to do the tours in El Nido, put…
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Irosin Sorsogon Hot Spring
After the island hopping experience in Matnog Sorsogon, it was time to go back to the mainland and explore the other parts of the province. Early morning, we arrived at Matnog…
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Daraga Church: History and the view of Mayon Volcano
When Mayon Volcano erupted in 1814, it destroyed houses and properties in Cagsawa, Albay and the nearby towns. People could have rebuilt their lives and moved on, but the center of…
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Barcelona Ruins and Church – Not in Spain, but in Sorsogon!
What’s our next destination? Barcelona! Sosyal. Hahaha! We’re not talking about the second largest city in Spain. Actually, we were on the second day of our backpacking trip in Bicol. We were…
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Mt. Ulap in Itogon, Benguet: Dayhike and Traverse
It’s just normal for me to experience heavy breathing while hiking. With my weight and all, some people couldn’t even believe that I climb mountains. 🙂 But this time was different. My…














