Travel
From travel tips to inspiration, I have a plethora of information to travel junkies as well as those who are looking for ideas for their next trip.
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Marawi: Where Beauty Blooms In The Shadows Of War
Why Marawi? Why choose to explore a remote city with a tragic past? With no iconic attractions and a scarred history, Marawi is definitely an unusual choice. After all, the Philippines offers so much more, from Palawan’s gorgeous beaches to Bohol’s postcard-worthy rolling hills. Yet, I chose this hauntingly beautiful and deeply unique city. Maybe it’s because it’s unlike anything I’ve seen before. Or perhaps I was drawn by a desire to learn more about our Muslim brothers and immerse myself in their culture. The truth is, I’m not exactly sure why Marawi intrigued me so deeply. Yes, the city isn’t exactly known as the safest in the country. Its…
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Tops Cebu: A Love Letter To Nostalgia And Change
Some places are best left as memories. You hold on to them, avoiding a second visit, because you don’t want to risk rewriting the perfect story. That was Tops Cebu, for me. For years, I stayed away from Tops Lookout in Cebu City, clinging to my memories like they were precious artifacts. The last time I was there was in the 1990s when life was so much simpler, and Tops Busay Cebu felt like a secret kept by the emerald mountains. It was a local icon and a magical place where youngsters gathered for deep talks over cheap beer. It was where lovebirds shared sweet moments and whispered promises under…
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Lake Sebu 7 Falls: Turning Imperfections Into Adventures
What’s the most important lesson we can pass on to the younger generation? Is it respect? Patience? Wisdom? Or maybe how to stay calm when life takes an unexpected turn? Over the years, I’ve realized that travel is one of the best ways to teach these lessons. During our visit to the iconic Lake Sebu 7 Falls, I stepped into the role of a co-teacher, sharing these lessons with my niece. It all started when I told her we were headed to South Cotabato to explore Lake Sebu. Ever since that day, she couldn’t stop dreaming of taking the long zipline over the picturesque 7 Falls in Lake Sebu. She…
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Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park: Where Broken Things Learn To Float
Some people see lakes as just bodies of water. I see them as places where broken things go to remember how to float. The first time I saw Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park, it felt like meeting someone who already knew my darkest thoughts. Quiet, picturesque, and mysterious, this lakeside park seemed as wise as ancient philosophers. As I admired the enchanting blue-green water, it felt like the lake was whispering to me, without words. They say lakes are mirrors, but I didn’t expect to see my soul in its reflection. And for the first time in a long time, I felt something loosen inside me. Then, as sunlight glimmered…
