Words by: Miko Insame Featured Image by: So Cool Korea One of the best experiences I had last year was taking the leap to live in Korea for a semester. I applied and got accepted into a university just outside Seoul and spent the next four months in...
Words by Kelly Punzalan Photos by Danielle Capuyon I’m sure we’re all dying to get our dose of Vitamin Sea, but trying to make plans with your barkada can be a real headache. Everybody’s just so busy these days with work, school,...
I’m always on the lookout for the best places to stay when I travel. I mean, who doesn’t, right? Everyone deserves a vacation – and they deserve a good one. My basis when looking for a perfect place are these three factors: great price,...
Traveling abroad in these countries with luxurious airports will already give you a grand welcome once you touch down. The moment you land, you already have an amazing backdrop for all your Instagram content. Whether you’re landing there to...
You might not be aware of this yet, but there is actually a beautiful getaway in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte that’s known to be the perfect spot for a unique sport not undertaken by many: kitesurfing. Internationally-known resort Kingfisher is a...
Travel planning is important. It isn’t rocket science but it is a science, definitely. Even seasoned travelers who thought they have mastered the art of booking plane tickets, buying new gear, and mapping out their itinerary can commit...
If you’re looking for a jam-packed adventure for you and your crew, Ilocos Norte should be at the top of your list. This province at the northern tip of Luzon may be miles away from the Metro; but once you get there, the long trip will be well...
Traveling to Taiwan soon? While it is a must to see the beautiful Taipei 101 and the night markets, Taipei is so much more than that. In its different districts, Taipei has many hidden gems that you can discover. With its rich history, the city is a...
Travel should be fun. It is usually done to unwind and relax so stressing about it should be kept at a minimum. However, even during the planning process, travel can cause unwanted stress. Then, during the travel itself, more stress can come. To...
This video was made using InVideo. If not Siargao, Baler in Aurora is arguably on top of anyone’s mind when speaking of surfing. The place has drawn both tourists and locals to experience the swelling waves at Sabang Beach. Can’t blame them;...
As corporate travel booms across Asia-Pacific, the concept of bleisure is gaining traction, spurring the region’s cities to better integrate opportunities for leisure amid busy business trips. The 2019 bleisure barometer: Asia’s best...
Clark and Subic have always been two of the most favorite getaway destinations because of their proximity to Manila. We are even more blessed with quicker travels now, made seamless through the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and Subic-Clark-Tarlac...
If you will always wait for someone to be with you to do things that you like, you might end up not doing most of the activities that you desire. Therefore, you should learn how to do things on your own. It is okay to be a little selfish sometimes...
Don’t you hate it when people spill secrets? You probably do; but when it’s about a secret party, you probably always want ALL the details ASAP! The famous surf town San Juan in La Union has a reputation for throwing sick parties that...
The waiting game of airline passengers has just become more convenient and exciting as Cebu Pacific has partnered with Resorts World Manila (RWM) to open the RWM Travelers Lounge. Located at the ground floor of the Newport Mall, this cozy space...
Your smartphone can serve multiple purposes in your life, even in your travels. It can serve as your camera, navigator, and credit card. Therefore, having these purposes, it is difficult to leave your phone behind, especially if you will be roaming...
Beat-up luggage may be the trademark of a seasoned traveler, but there’s a difference between weathered and dirty. While you might want your luggage to show off how far you’ve traveled, you don’t necessarily want it showing how poorly you take...
Cherry blossoms or sakura are very popular in Japan. They are also a big deal there such that there are many spring festivals around that are fun to go to. These festivals mark the arrival of spring that symbolizes renewal, and their two-week life...
Tucked away in a quiet street in Barangay San Pedro, Balai Princesa was our own little sanctuary set in the celebrated tropical nature lover’s paradise that is Puerto Princesa, Palawan. At the end of a full day of excursion and nature-loving...
She played the fiddle in an Irish band But she fell in love with an English man The sound of Ed Sheeran plays as I walk inside Dublin airport. Travelers left and right stride with confidence and purpose. The 17 hours of travel time from Manila was...
Singapore Airlines (SIA), Skytrax’s number 1 airline in the world, will be offering its new menu this 1st quarter of 2019. Every quarter, Singapore Airlines refreshes the inflight menu which includes recipes by the airline’s International...
To tell you the truth, I don’t enjoy water parks. Sure, they’re fun and exciting, but I’m still too scared to swim, much more go on rides. Call me a buzzkill, but it’s a risk I’m not willing to take, or at least a risk I wasn’t...
Sun, sand and sea await. Take advantage of the hot deals Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu is offering at the PTAA Travel Tour Expo, taking place from 8 to 10 February 2019, at the SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia. Purchase any of the gift...
The New Zealand government is about to implement a new kind of Visa for Filipinos. It’s called the ‘Philippines Working Holiday Visa’ and it relaxes a lot of the rules from the ordinary Holiday Visa. Aside from allowing you to work...
I will always look at my visit to Mt. Purro Nature Reserve as one of the best trips I’ve had in the Philippines. Just a few hours away from the Metro, Mt. Purro has the same cold weather as Baguio, but without the long drive. This is a place...