Even though its northern part is just less than an hour away from Aklan (which is known for Boracay), Antique is not exactly a top-of-mind destination for travelers. Those who take time to get to know Antique, though, will be treated to sprawling white beaches, seemingly endless mountain ranges, clear mystical springs, hot baths, and…
Accessible (10 minutes away from jumpoff to Gigantes), with glamping and luxury options, and other reasons to stay at Solina Beach & Nature Resort in Carles, Iloilo
From long white beaches, towering karsts, tranquil lagoons, and amazing island and sea views, Islas de Gigantes is worth visiting, and you can have a day tour for P999!
Walking into Amorita Resort’s front desk, I saw the deep blues of the infinity pool ahead, fringed with the greens of frangipani and talisay trees. True to its name, the pool’s waters appeared to merge with the sea’s horizon. Upon closer look, the sea was the waters of Panglao’s Alona Beach below. Amorita, after all, is…
Long white beaches like Bantayan Island. Canyoneering at Badian to Kawasan Falls. Pilgrimage and heritage at places like Simala Shrine. Awesome snorkeling and unexpected whale shark sightings in Moalboal. All these I have experienced and loved in Cebu. This is why I’m happy that new and affordable flight routes to Cebu are being launched by…
Boracay need not be expensive. I was able to find accommodations below P500 – and even P200! – through this booking app.
More than just consistently being one of the best and beautiful islands in the world (taking the top spot again in Condé Nast Traveler’s polls this year), Boracay is also arguably a foodie’s haven, with restaurants and cafes following the coastline of the famed White Beach, and also finding their way on the island’s main…
Comfy, spacious, and tastefully designed dorm rooms and private rooms at affordable backpacker prices, a wide and beautiful pool, parties every night, and more at Mad Monkey Hostel in Boracay.
The unusual scorching July Boracay heat was suddenly tempered as we walked along Mandala Spa’s leafy entrance. It was like entering a respite from the island’s traffic jams and rush of tourists. Several steps forward, it was still all greenery and I felt a soothing coolness on my skin. As we turned the corner, up ahead was the open-air reception area and the welcoming smiles of…
I woke up at 6 am to the beat of drums from different directions. Here at the Ati-atihan Festival in Kalibo, Aklan, merrymaking starts early and ends late. An hour and a half later, the parade of competing tribes began. First off were the groups for the Balik-Ati (Return to the Ati) category. This competition…
