The Lost Kid

Guimaras, home of the sweetest mangoes, is probably one of the most beautiful provinces I've visited in the Philippines. It can be reached in less than 20 minutes from the port in Iloilo. It is a small island but it has loads to offer than just sweet mangoes! I arrived at Iloilo International Airport around half past 11PM from Manila (our flight was delayed but thanks AirAsia for the sweet deal! Got my RT tix for 2k booked a week before the flight). Getting to the town proper where the cheap rooms are were a bit difficult. Vans going to the city were no longer available when we landed but good thing I was able to share a taxi ride with 4 other passengers and paid only Php100.  I stayed at Queen's Inn near SM Iloilo and paid only Php330.00. If you're looking for a cheap but clean room to stay, Queen's is one of the best options. It is walking distance from SM Iloilo and the room I stayed in was clean and huge. They have a fixed rate of Php250 for the first...

If you're one of the #BayaningPuyats (aka BPO employee), I bet my two cents you'd agree that there's a very slim to zero chance of getting you VLs approved.  What if it is your birthday and you only have two days (restdays) and you want to spend it somewhere you won't forget but you are too scared it won't be as fun because A) you will be flying solo as your schedule sucks monkeyballs and B) bitin ang two days vacation?  Why not consider flying to Palawan? Sounds impossible? NOPE! I just did it, friend! Palawan, aka Philippines' Last Frontier, is probably one of the best islands I've visited. Not only it is the place where the famous underground river is located but it also has the best beaches not just in the country but across the world.  Visiting Palawan is very easy! There are airlines that offer flights from Manila, Cebu and other International Airports in the country. One way fare usually costs Php1,500+ from Manila but if you...

Lake Sebu in South Cotabato is a perfect place for travel junkies, adventure seekers and soul searchers. Despite the awful news media is spreading, South Cotabato is actually a pretty safe place to visit even for solo travelers.  South Cotabato, as one of the locals mentioned, is one of the best summer destinations in Mindanao due to it's cool and relaxing climate.  If you are in for a thrill, don't miss the opportunity to try Southeast Asia's highest zipline in Lake Sebu. Experience flying like an eagle and witness the beauty of the seven falls for only Php250.00 Amazing view of one of the seven waterfalls. Three out of the seven falls can be easily accessed while the rest requires a special permit and a trusted tour guide (but the best way to view them is by riding the zipline!). T'boli is also known as the Land of The Dreamweavers. They weave abaca fiber and create amazing patters like butterfly, clouds, etc. Making one T'nala...

If you are looking for a quick sand-beach-sun getaway without damaging your wallet, a visit to Masasa Beach in Tingloy, Batangas will be your best bet.  Tingloy offers pristine white sand beach, malinaw na tubig na di tulad ng malabong relasyon nyo, and instagram worthy spots perfect for those "emo-ako-ngayon" blues.  The locals of Masasa Beach will give you the warmest welcome and will treat you like a family instead of guests. I visited Masasa Beach with my officemates and we sure did have an awesome time!  Underwater shot ba bes? Para kang nasa pool. Hindi masakit sa mata ang tubig - di tulad pag nakikita mo ang hayop mong ex na may kasama ng iba, gusto mo na lang mabulag! Selfeet! Some of my officemates saw pakiwans when we went snorkeling! So sad I wasn't there! I was amazed with the life underneath the waves of Masasa Beach. Truly stunning! Here's a quick list of travel time and expenses should you want to visit Masasa Beach - Ride any bus going to Batangas Gran...