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Boracay, Palawan or Cebu – Which Is the Best Island to Visit in the Philippines?

Bino — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 02:14:12 +0000

The three islands of Palawan, Boracay and Cebu have been making the rounds in various travel publications as some of the best islands in the world to visit. Indeed, these three islands offer incomparable experiences ranging from turquoise waters, limestone rock formations as well as a thriving cultural scene. If you are visiting the Philippines...

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The Perfect Short Itinerary for Manila and Cebu (2019)

Bino — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 09:20:43 +0000

Most visitors to the Philippines are likely to end up in one of the paradise islands of the archipelago for a beach getaway but those who spend more than the requisite transit time in the two largest urban centers, Manila and Cebu, are likely to discover a treasure trove of historic and cultural sights that...

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Dapitan City Travel Guide – Things to Do, Tourist Attractions and Suggested Itinerary For This Historic City in Northern Mindanao

Bino — Sun, 21 May 2017 12:17:07 +0000

Dapitan City in Zamboanga del Norte has long been in my bucket list of places to visit in the Philippines. This town in the northern part of Mindanao has long been under the tourist radar although it has been featured in quite a few publications over the years. Dapitan City is most well-known for being...

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Solo Trip to Cotabato City and Maguindanao

Bino — Sun, 19 Jul 2015 15:16:33 +0000

I almost didn’t make it to Cotabato City. It was not because something untoward happened while I made the trip by land from General Santos City nor did I chicken out last minute. It was because no one was willing to go with me on this trip. It was kind of like my trip to...

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Travel Guide: Bataan – From Balanga to Bagac

Bino — Sat, 27 Jun 2015 13:44:48 +0000

One of the most popular weekend and holiday destinations for those living in Manila and a must-see for World War II history buffs, the province of Bataan has only quite recently entered the mainstream, thanks to new investment in hospitality and recreation. I remember Bataan from when we used to venture out some 20 to...

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The Ultimate Travel Guide to the Hundred Islands National Park in Pangasinan

Bino — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 06:36:51 +0000

One of the most stunning natural attractions within a 3 or 4 hours’ drive from Manila, the Hundred Islands National Park in Pangasinan is a capital idea for a quick getaway from the Philippine capital without requiring much preparation or a huge budget. This seriesof 123 islets has long been on the roster of tourist...

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Why Pangasinan May Just Be One of the Philippines’ Most Underrated Provinces

Bino — Tue, 27 Jan 2015 13:56:37 +0000

Within the last decade, many of Luzon’s central provinces have garnered quite a bit of attention among travelers who enjoy the balance between majestic natural attractions and proximity to the Philippine capital. Zambales has its many coves such as Anawangin and Nagsasa while Pampanga had in the early 2000’s successfully repositioned itself from a lahar-filled...

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Weekend Staycation at EDSA Shangri-la Manila – All You Need to Know

Bino — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 05:28:39 +0000

For over twenty years, the EDSA Shangri-la Manila has been a formidable force among Manila’s luxury hotels. Since it opened its doors in 1992 as the first Shangri-la hotel in the Philippines, this property has become an institution, and has often been cited by respected travel publications as one of Manila’s best hotels. In fact,...

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