January 26, 2023
Escape the Split chaos and sail 8km east to the idyllic Dubovica beach on the south shore of Hvar island. Known for its pebbly beach, breathtaking underwater views, and rustic countryside charm, it’s the perfect spot for a picnic and a glimpse of 18th/19th-century rural living. Savor the local cuisine […]
January 26, 2023
All four of us, all girls, coincidentally stayed in the same hostel. One is a courageous young Filipino-American woman, one is from Germany, who has a friend joining her, and this friend happens to Filipino-Swedish. What are the odds to have three Filipinas in a dorm by a coast in […]
January 13, 2023
General Luna Siargao, GL as the locals called it, is a small coastal town situated on the island’s northeastern coast. The town is home to a long stretch of sandy beach popular with tourists and locals alike. The beach is lined with palm trees and is a great spot for […]
January 9, 2023
Where to Stay in Siargao covers all the different accommodation found in the island. They are divided into different locations and prince range and preference. Well, the secret that is Siargao Island is pretty much out. But compared to the world-renowned Boracay Island or Cebu, Siargao still has that idyllic […]
January 6, 2023
Hi there, I’m Jona, a Filipino who left her homecountry to pursue a long-term trip abroad. Here is an honest and updated Philippines Travel Guide and Travel Tips (last updated in January 2023). I hope you find it useful. If you got questions not answered in the content, please leave […]
October 13, 2022
When you think of Siargao, you think of Cloud 9, local surfers with tight-ass abs—and the past years—the swimming hole named Magpupungko Rock Pool, sometimes spelled Magpopongko Rock Pools and Flats. Magpupungko Rock Pool is definitely one of the most epic spots in Siargao. This natural pool is located in […]
October 8, 2022
I’m not a surfer. I tried it. I’m not built for it. It requires patience that my mind fails to develop. I did not and most likely do not see the pleasure of paddling towards the waves for 15 minutes only to ride the wave for 5 seconds. Pro surfers […]
October 8, 2022
I know, the cat is out of the bag. Everyone wants to travel and live in Siargao Island. I don’t know who came up with the tear-shaped metaphor, when you look it up, there is nothing tear-shaped about Siargao at all. Just like its surf swells, the island looks rough […]
August 24, 2022
If you’re looking for a beautiful and serene beach to relax on, Panagsama Beach is definitely not that kind, but this Moalboal beach is definitely worth checking out. With its crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches (some parts of it, tehee), Panagsama is one of the most popular beaches in […]
August 22, 2022
If you live in Cebu, it is so easy to hop on the bus bound down south and pick one of the beaches you can see from the bus window. Well, that’s what I did back then. There is no question that Cebu is one of the most beautiful places […]
August 22, 2022
Are you looking for a guide on Cebu North Bus Terminal? You’ve come to the right place! In this blog post, we will provide a detailed overview of the routes and destinations serviced from Cebu North Bus Terminal. We will also provide some tips on how to make your journey […]
August 22, 2022
I wrote a short story set in Malapascua. It failed as a story. Malapascua, located in northern Cebu, some four hours away from the city, was one of my favorite destinations in Cebu. Almost every month, I found myself aboard the Ceres bus bound to Maya. I made some good […]