When in Manila and afflicted with a deep sense of wanderlust, the Apulit Island Resort in Palawan is the perfect place to cure your ailment!  I realized that it would be a shame for us Filipinos not to  enjoy and witness the paradise that lies in our very shores that is why we’ve decided to feature and suggest more local travel destinations which I’m sure you won’t wanna miss in this precious lifetime! [...]

      When in Manila and looking for something intellectually stimulating and fun to do, I highly recommend you try going on a walking tour with Carlos Celdran. That’s what I did! I went to experience his Livin La Vida Imelda walking tour with a friend one Saturday afternoon. I’ve known about the famous Carlos Celdran Walking Tours since I was a fresh grad and being the history lover that I am, I’ve always wanted [...]

  When in Manila and wishing to explore it’s many quirks and charms, then let the Manila Hotel be your first stop in your quest for rediscovery through their Manila Revisited room packages.     The Manila Hotel has long been known for it’s grand elegance and sophistication.   For years, she has housed dignitaries, royalties and even well-known celebrities.  And this 2012 sees the Grand Dame, as she is fondly called, celebrating her 100th year of service. [...]

  When in Manila, no matter how busy we are with our personal lives, may we never forget to take the time and participate in worthwhile activities in order to make a difference and touch people’s lives!   I find joy in sharing. Everybody in my circle knows that fact. I love organizing stuff for people and making efforts to show how special they are but never have I tried volunteering before so when my [...]

           When in Vegas and you want to have a truly magical Christmas, then it’s time to head to The Magical Forest at Opportunity Village to be amazed with dazzling lights and decorated trees. The fun attractions will keep you smiling brightly all night long.            I could already see the stunning lights from the moment we drove in the parking lot. I was amazed at how beautiful [...]

   When in Manila, it’s always best to take life through the great outdoors! A walk in the park, a hike up a mountain, a bike ride through the woods or anything in the wide open spaces always seems to do wonders for healing the soul. Keds knows and understands this because it’s been up and around since 1916.     Since I’m still in college and I myself do a lot of walking, I’ve realized that comfy [...]

    I was just in Bohol a couple of months ago with my family and thought that I had seen it all and had checked off all the sites and attractions. Bohol was that perfect beach getaway for my family—wholesome, fun, activity-filled and at night, just as it was in the day, quiet and tranquil. This time, I went with my two girl friends and best writing partners, Nikka Sarthou and Nina Terol-Zialcita. Though we’re [...]

  When in Manila, it’s impossible not to feel the frenzied hustle of the fast-paced city life (unless you are a monk in a trance).  Sometimes we all need a break and go to a faraway place where the loud car horns and smokescreen of…well…smoke are just some distant tiny beeps and wisps of out-of-place gas.   One day, out of whim, I decided to take that break.  I checked out some tour packages online to [...]

  When in Manila and would like to detach yourself from the stresses of city life or looking for a romantic weekend getaway with your significant other without doing serious damage on your pocket? Let us recommend a place where you can once again re-connect with nature and find that piece of peace which you deserve!   Brace yourself as we take you to the historical island of  CORREGIDOR!!     another journey awaits!     [...]

  When in Manila, you’ll definitely never run out of interesting places to unwind for the Philippine archipelago  possesses  countless natural treasures waiting to be discovered! As for this occasion, it was more of a re-discovery for us!   This week, let us take you on a visual tour for you to witness the spectacular sites and experiences during our trip to Pangasinan!   Last Nov 21 – 22, When In Manila got invited on [...]

  When In Manila…’WALK THIS WAY!‘ Yes, walk your way to Carlos Celdran‘s world-famous tour  of  ’Intramuros’ in Manila.  Celdran gives guided tours of the old walled city of Manila, the Intramuros, and people throng to him, following him like he is the ‘Pied Piper’ of the Philippines !! He sings the National anthem of the Philippines with his hand on his heart (and boy, he’s a pretty good singer!). The tour begins….       [...]

  As a kid growing up, I was exposed to so many outdoor activities. I still have very fond memories of cold nights spent in sleeping bags, giggling and counting shooting stars.   Time went by, and I grew up into a city dweller. When In Manila, I learned to go out, shop and dine. The only exercise I get is when I walk through Landmark from Glorietta, to get to Greenbelt. The urban jungles [...]

    When In Manila, you can always rely on Boardwalk Business Ventures, Inc. to offer opportunities for our country to become a better place.     Last weekend, the ABS-CBN Foundation, Boardwalk, and other sponsors spearheaded an event dubbed as “A Run For The Pasig River.” This advocacy run aims to encourage Filipinos in taking their part to restore Pasig River’s former beauty and to keep it safe and clean. It also aims to spark awareness to [...]

    When In Manila and looking for something worthwhile to do on a weekend, then check out Carlos Celdran’s Walk This Way Tour.   WhenInManila.com and our friends were given an opportunity to take part in Carlos Celdran’s popular Walking Tour of Intramuros. As a contributor, I remember my first post on WhenInManila.com was about the beauty and the history behind the walled city of Intramuros. I’ve always been in awe of the mystery, the [...]

When In Manila, everyone looked forward to 11.11.11, which most considered a holiday, or at the very least, a lucky day.         The metro was abuzz with different activities, but one that stood out most was the much talked about and highly anticipated Lantern Festival. Of course everyone wanted to be there! Anyone who has ever seen Tangled, or saw pictures of this activity online saw how amazing beautiful the lanterns can [...]

  When in Manila and painting the town red, do yourself (and society) a favor and NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Such is the slogan of the Johnnie Walker Join the Pact campaign of which is the brand’s global commitment to promote the safe and responsible consumption of its products. Last November 5, 100 lucky individuals were blessed with gold passes which granted them access to Johnnie Walker’s Step Inside the Circuit party held at Prive Luxury [...]

    When in Manila on December 3, make sure you’re one of the lucky fans screaming their heads off in Rizal Stadium as our very own Philippine Azkals will be going up against the L.A. Galaxy. As if that wasn’t good enough, it is confirmed that THE DAVID BECKHAM will be competing in the game as well.   Click here for the video of Beckham’s message to us wonderful Filipinos.   Tickets for the [...]

  When in Manila, I’m sure each and everyone of us has come up with  a bucket list of things we want to do. Unfortunately, there are times when we feel we won’t be able to accomplish everything on that list for a myriad of reasons, but usually the excuse is simply, “I can’t”. Well, continue to read on because once you’re done with this article, I assure you  that you will have no excuse [...]

  When In Manila, you need to know about the hottest and biggest events and gadgets from all around the metro! Thankfully, I ‘m good friends with the people at ASUS, who definitely have some of the coolest gadgets out there!   I’m already waaaaay too addicted to my ASUS Eee Pad Transformer. Now I can’t wait to see what they have next!    Stay tuned for the next big thing from ASUS coming soon. [...]

  When In Manila Step into a Sex Museum right in the Open Parking of A-Venue Mall…in the heart of Makati’s (and Manila’s) night life!      What? A Sex-Museum?…. in the Catholic Philippines!? ! Are you Nuts? Wasn’t CARLOS CELDRAN, the man-museum giving city walks for ten years now, put behind bars for just openly advocating the RH (Reproductive Health) bill? Then how can Manila host an actual Sex Museum? World over, such museums [...]