Dampalitan Island - Things You Need To Know

Dampalitan Island is another top destination in Quezon province. It captured the eyes of so many travellers because it has a fine white sand shoreline, crystal clear waters, and a stunning sunset. Its name was derived from Dampalit or "shoreline purslane" in English (Sesuvium Portulacastrum), which is a type of perennial herb that grows in the coastal areas throughout the world, which is also visible on this island.  According to the caretaker, they can actually create a sumptuous salad out of this herb.

Borawan and Dampalitan Island

Borawan Island is a small islet located in Padre Burgos, in Quezon Province. According to the caretaker I spoke to, the name of the islet was given by Father Vargas who discovered the islet. This islet is made up of a large stone in irregular shape, covered with grass and trees.

Mt. Hapunang Banoi - Hike Guide You Need To Know

Mt. Hapunang Banoi is a dwarf and a hiking-friendly mountain in Montalban, Rizal, that can give you a tantalising view of nature's beauty. Together with Pamitinan and Binacayan, this mountain is one of the most hiked mountains in the area because it is also surrounded by Lucius green trees, which makes the area look relaxing. Plus, the exhilarating terrains added an adventure for hikers. In the centre of these mountains is Wawa Dam, a water reservoir built by the Americans. This area was chosen because it's a catch basin for the three mountains.

Mt. Pamitinan - Hike Guide You Need To Know

This mountain is one of the most hiked mountains because it became famous due to its accessibility from Manila. It's been a long time since we planned to visit Wawa Dam and hike the twin mountains, for some reasons, it resulted to "drawing." Hiking Mt. Pamitinan is a bit challenging, but will definitely give you an amazing and wide view of the greens surrounding Wawa Dam and part of the Sierra Madre.

Pasukin ang Bahay ni Emilio Aguinaldo

Alam kong pamilyar sa inyo ang balkonaheng ito, kadalasang laman ito ng ating mga libro ng Kasaysayan. Ngayon, ipapakita ko sa inyo ang kabuuan ng makasaysayang bahay na ito. Nakatutuwang isipin na nasa harapan ako ng isang istrukturang naging bantayog dahil sa naibigay nitong kontribusyon sa Pilipinas - ang Kalayaan. Habang tirik na tirik ang araw, ang puso ko  nama'y hindi mapigilang lumundag dahil sa lubos na galak, samantalang ang ihip ng hangin naman ay  may kalamigan na pumapawi sa init na aking nararamdaman.

Tinago Falls, Biliran - Things You Need To Know

Biliran has a wide forested area where breathtaking waterfalls are hidden, one of which is Tinago Falls. Its name is derived from the Filipino word “tinago” which literally translates to “hidden” in English. Well, it is not hidden anymore because its beauty has already captured the eyes and attention of countless tourists and visitors online. This waterfall is one of the must-visit waterfalls in Kaibiran because there's an unlimited flow of crystal clear and cool water, and the pressure of the water falling is perfect for a whole-body massage. The ambiance is cool and relaxing. it is surrounded by enormous rocks and boulders with trees on the side. Other waterfalls in Biliran that can be visited are the Recoletos Falls and Condol Falls.

Ulan-Ulan Falls - Things You Need To Know

It's very seldom to hear about the province of Biliran; without googling it, you will definitely not see the beauty hiding in this island province. Situated in the Municipality of Almeria, Ulan-Ulan Falls is one of the majestic waterfalls hidden in the wide forested areas of the province. Its name was derived from the Filipino word “ulan” or “rain” because of the mist created by the pressure of the water falling. There are cool and crystal clear waters, while the area is surrounded by luscious greens, which preserve the relaxing ambience.

Binurong Point - Things You Need To Know

Binurong Point is an open and wide area with a panoramic view of the Pacific, gorgeous rolling hills, and a spectacular view of the sunset. Why should you include this place on your must-visit list in Bicol? Why not? it has a cool and relaxing ambiance with a cool sea breeze, the slopes of the hills were perfectly shaped by nature, there are gigantic rock formations, and the calming sound of the waves can make your day a lazy day. This area is definitely a perfect spot for photo shoots, especially those pre-nups, because it is so romantic.

Nilandingan Cove - Cagbalete Island Travel Guide

This is a paradise with a long stretch of fine white shoreline and green palm trees on the side. Nilandingan Cove is on Cagbalete Island, where we celebrated our 9th anniversary. Though it's a tiring 4-5 hours of land travel from Manila, we were greeted by its remarkable scenery. Upon arrival, we discovered that this paradise is not just about the shoreline; it also has crystal clear and cool waters, lovely cottages, and a relaxing ambiance.

Solo-Backpacking in Negros Occidental and Iloilo

After my successful Cebu solo backpacking, another solo backpacking trip to the Visayas was planned - this is it: a solo backpacking trip in Western Visayas. The language barrier wasn't a problem because Hiligaynon has similarities to our native language in Romblon. During my travel, I learned that the Negrenses are accommodating and have a good sense of direction. For simple questions like, "Where is it located?" they provided me with detailed instructions. In general, Negros Occidental and the province of Ilo-Ilo are Must Visit provinces in the Philippines. Sorted according to my itinerary, historical, heritage, and tourist spots, below were my destinations.