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• Terminal Fees for Philippine Airports as of July 1, 2013

  

  By virtue of Memorandum Circular No. 09-13, Series of 2013, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has increased the passenger service charge,... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Waterfront Manila Pavilion Hotel: A Classic Refreshed

  

  Waterfront Manila Pavilion Hotel, a classic landmark, gets a facelift, and they’re starting out with accommodations. One weekend in the city, we got to try out... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• My Boracay Instax Travel Diary

  

  The last time I went to Boracay was in 2011, and I’ve since missed a couple of opportunities to go in favor of other trips. But this year, I made sure I’d fly... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Tigerair Philippines to Start Manila-Phuket Flights

  

  Tigerair Philippines, part of Asia Pacific’s leading value-for-money airline, is about to start a twice-weekly Manila-Phuket nonstop service come September 2013. Read more

  Posted on 03 August 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Discovering Sabah: Manukan Island and Saracen Reef World

  

  Honestly, whenever I go overseas, I skip beaches—the reason being the Philippines is blessed with a lot. But knowing that Sabah, lying proximate to our... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• A Preview of Cebu Pacific Air’s Juan For Fun Backpacker Challenge

  

  Cebu Pacific Air is once again on the lookout for five teams of daring but fun-loving college students for its second Juan For Fun Backpacker Challenge. Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Globe Mobile Toolbar: Enhancing Mobile Browsing Further

  

  When I’m on the road, I get by through interacting with people in the social media space. Given that I only check Twitter, Facebook, and Gmail most often, I... Read more

  Posted on 18 July 2013 TECH

• Buddha’s Surf Resort: Place in Siargao Where Surf Culture Is Alive

  

  Inns and hotels are aplenty in Siargao, thanks to the world-famous waves in Cloud 9. Some places are ostentatious; some are humble. Read more

  Posted on 16 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Thank You, Camiguin: Sunken Cemetery’s Mystery and Wonder

  

  To be honest, I was most eager to see Sunken Cemetery. I mean, it’s perhaps the most photographed spot in Camiguin that it has become one of its foremost icons. Read more

  Posted on 14 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Bluewater Sumilon: Among the Philippines’ Best Islands (PART 2)

  

  Sumilon Island is indubitably a captivating island as it is, but what makes it better though is the array of activities made available by luxury resort Bluewate... Read more

  Posted on 06 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Tiger Airways Philippines: Soon Roaring Across the Skies

  

  Photo credit: kentaroiemoto Come July 10, 2013, a new airline will officially start to fly in roaring yellow and black stripes—Tiger Airways Philippines. Read more

  Posted on 01 July 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Revisiting Enchanted Kingdom with Globe Rewards

  

  After going around the different theme parks in Asia, I realized I haven’t gone to Enchanted Kingdom for the longest time, in maybe half a decade or so. Read more

  Posted on 29 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• How to Manage Finances While Traveling

  

  Traveling a lot naturally means I have to manage my finances on-the-go to get me by each day. I make sure that I keep up with the times by doing everything... Read more

  Posted on 28 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Sofitel Manila Celebrates Social Media Week 2013

  

  Being one of the hotels in the country with the most prominent social media presence, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila is kicking off Social Media Week 2013... Read more

  Posted on 27 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Thank You, Camiguin: Katibawasan Falls and White Island

  

  With an array of natural wonders, Camiguin, as aptly described by Governor JJ Romualdo, is the island that has it all. The first two we went to happen to be... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Why Travel with a Debit Or Prepaid Card

  

  I’ve always traveled with debit and prepaid cards, but I use them only occasionally to shop, eat, and buy train tickets. For everything else, I bring cash, in... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Thank You, Camiguin: Discovering the Island Born of Fire

  

  I’ve never been to Camiguin. I’ve had attempts to go, but squeezing the quite lengthy travel into my limited stay in Cagayan de Oro and Bohol made them futile. Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Basic House SM Megamall: Travel + Back-to-School Shopping

  

  On May 18, 2013, members of the media and bloggers, including yours truly, were invited to welcome the third branch of Basic House Philippines in SM Megamall. Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2013 SELF EXPRESSION

• Acacia Tree Garden Hotel: Puerto Princesa’s New Hideaway

  

  When we went to Palawan recently, I decided to stay longer than the group for no pressing reason or particular itinerary; I just wanted to unwind and enjoy a... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION

• Did You Know About Camiguin Airport? Cebu Pacific Flies There!

  

  If like me, you follow aviation, then you’d probably know that there’s a minor domestic airport in Camiguin. However, a number of my followers and friends—some... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2013 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, VACATION