Dubbed as an “island of no return”, this magnificent islands bordered by bigger islands of Luzon in the north, Samar in the east, Masbate in the west and Tagapul-an in the south. Now I know why they call it like that. One of my former colleagues found the love of her life on the island. It was a rewarding...
Biri is a group of islands in the province of Northern Samar politically subdivided into 8 barangays with a population of more than 11,000 as of 2015 census. Facing the Pacific Ocean to the east and San Bernardino Strait to the west.
Been to this island for four times and not much changes except for additions of few accommodations and...
A province with 5 towns truly gifted with fertile soil producing the best mango in the world, abundant marine resources, natural and dramatic landscapes, friendly and inviting people. This sums up our travels in some parts of Guimaras. There's more to explore!
Living in Iloilo for almost 5 years, Guimaras has been part of our life. I missed this island...
Located in the municipality of Guiuan in Eastern Samar is a paradise that had stood from the test of time. Always visited by strong typhoons including the strongest recorded typhoon Yolanda in 2013. This island is a popular destination among backpackers, travelers, nature-lovers, surfers and worshippers. My favorite hangout during college days usually after midterm and final term examinations....
Capul is a 5th class municipality in the province of Northern Samar, Philippines with a recorded population of more than 12,000 (2015 census). It is one of the least populated island municipality in the province. Derived its name from the word “Acapulco”, an old trading post in Mexico. Their ancestors used to call Capul as Abak. Their unique language called "Inabaknon" is...
Homonhon plays a significant role in Philippine history. The first island where Ferdinand Magellan set foot on March 16, 1521, while rediscovering the country for Spain. This 20-kilometer long island under the municipality of Guiuan in Eastern Samar Province has 8 barangays survived by chromite mining and mostly fishing. I am forever grateful with the invitation of my very good friend Ms. Rina who...
This famous island located in Northern Samar Province in the Visayas is one of my favorite blessed with beautiful coves, beaches, caves and hiking trails where only a few would venture on this nature trip. With less than 10,000 population in 2015 census, this tiny strip of the island can be navigated in an hour or two with a rented...
I can’t remember how did we come up with this trip. It was a combined group from mountaineering and couchsurfing friends. The only thing I remembered was we took a bus from Molo Terminal to Anini-y and alighted at Sira-an hot springs. From there, we rented a motorboat that took us to the island for less than 25 minutes. Bring your...
After a long battle at the Five Star bus terminal in Cubao, my friend and I arrived at Alaminos, Pangasinan past 3 in the morning. We found ourselves inside the tourism office, it wasn’t opened yet but we were welcomed by the security guard. After we got bored, we decided to hire a tricycle for 50.00 pesos to the...
When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half of your clothes and twice the money.
I met Ron months ago after their Samar trip with his friend Bing Radoc who’s also a couchsurfer (couchsurfing.com). The rain is pouring outside of the van terminal and the aroma of brewing coffee outside was tempting. The van...
