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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.

  • Tierra Alta Dumaguete: Why The Best Stories Are Written Without A Plan
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    Tierra Alta Dumaguete: Why The Best Stories Are Written Without A Plan

    I always believe that life’s best moments aren’t scripted or planned. They’re the unexpected turns, the uncharted paths, and the uncomfortable moments that turn into unforgettable stories. That’s why, when I travel, I rarely make detailed itineraries. Sometimes, I don’t even book accommodations in advance. And on my recent trip to Negros Island, this devil-may-care attitude led me to a nice little surprise: the postcard-worthy Tierra Alta Dumaguete. I’d seen countless photos of this Greek-inspired resort and knew it was originally included in our Dumaguete-Valencia day tour.  But since we made some random changes to our itinerary, the idea of skipping it crossed our minds. Plus, I wasn’t initially interested…

  • Punta Isla Lake Resort: Where I Discovered The Real Secret To Success
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    Punta Isla Lake Resort: Where I Discovered The Real Secret To Success

    What’s the price of success? Can success be called “success” if it costs you everything else? I always believed the cost of success was hard work, long hours, and relentless self-sacrifice. But one day, staring at my laptop surrounded by deadlines, I realized I was wrong. And for some bizarre reason, success felt like selling my soul to the Devil. Desperate to escape the madness, I quickly picked up my phone, scrolling aimlessly for a little inspiration. That’s when I discovered a place that seemed like the antidote to the chaos inside my head: Punta Isla Lake Resort, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato. And Lake Sebu had been on my radar…

  • 10,000 Roses: How Fake Flowers Led Me To Life’s Real Treasures
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    10,000 Roses: How Fake Flowers Led Me To Life’s Real Treasures

    Where were you when 10,000 Roses took Cebu by storm in 2017? Did you rush to this cafe to witness its enchanting garden of LED-lit white roses come to life? Or were you content scrolling through the sea of dreamy posts flooding your Instagram feed?  I can still remember the buzz when 10,000 Roses became a sensation years ago.  Everyone was in awe, and it drew photographers, influencers, and curious wanderers from all over the island. And like most introverts, I didn’t jump into the frenzy. I waited patiently for the perfect time and moment to visit this garden cafe. While it did seem attractive, crowds tend to overwhelm me.…

  • Casaroro Falls: Embracing The Unscripted And Unfiltered Moments
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    Casaroro Falls: Embracing The Unscripted And Unfiltered Moments

    The Universe sometimes feels like a mischievous child who constantly messes up your plans. You think you’ve everything figured out. You have polished your itinerary, charged all your batteries, and even prepared snacks for your trip. But then, in a strange poetic way, the Universe flips your script, turning a well-planned trip into something unexpected and uncomfortable. And that’s where the real adventure begins. And as we explored Casaroro Falls, I was reminded of how fascinatingly wild and unpredictable travel can be. Casaroro Falls was, by far, the highlight of our recent Dumaguete trip.  With its enchanting scenery and impressive size, Casaroro Falls in Valencia left me speechless and in…