Having parents coming from two different cultural/linguistic groups (my Dad is from Batangas and my Mom is from Pampanga) is something I am very proud of because I got to expose myself to two different worlds and learn two different local languages. However, having born and raised in my Dad’s hometown has allowed me to…
This article on Movies About Bataan is something I’ve written to honor the World War II American and Filipino Heroes. The 9th of April is an important date in the history of both the Philippines and the United States, and it is called The Day of Valor (or Araw ng Kagitingan). In a nutshell, it…
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Malolos, Bulacan is something that almost no one will consider visiting, except if one wants to feel the Spanish colonial period vibe while avoiding the mainstream Intramuros in Manila. Let me tell you that Malolos is more than that by presenting my very own DIY Malolos Bulacan itinerary! I have been to Bulacan province a…
I was on my way to Dingalan, Aurora for a long weekend escapade so I took a bus at Baliwag Transit going to Cabanatuan City and then a van going to Dingalan. Since I left Manila early and my check-in at Fil Dane Inn is still after lunch, I decided to have a quick tour…
(This is a sponsored yet honest review of Fil-Dane Inn at Dingalan, Aurora.) As I was looking online for a place to have a long weekend escape, I came across this town in Aurora Province which I haven’t heard of: Dingalan. First things first, I have to look for an accommodation in Dingalan Aurora since…
Who does not want to have a relaxing place to stay away from Metro Manila but near a shopping mall? There are so many hotels to choose from along Friendship Avenue alone, but it’s necessary to choose the best of the best. I was lucky enough to have stayed at this minimalist hotel situated at…
ALSO READ: WHERE TO STAY IN SAN JUAN, LA UNION: MONALIZA SURF RESORT I am a lover of beautiful messes. I love the concept of The Circle Hostel Zambales where guests can creatively put vandals everywhere. Aside from the vandals, you have hammocks, conga, ukelele, bread and peanut butter, and the beautiful Liwliwa Beach nearby…
A popular surfing spot near Manila is Liwliwa Beach, which is located in the town of San Felipe, Zambales. Some avid surfers from Manila and other nearby destinations would go here every weekend to have some taste of the waves. If you are not a surfer, this can also serve as a nice beach near…