Marcos Ancestral House, Ilocos Norte

When I entered the Marcos Ancestral House, the first thing that caught my attention was an old wooden staircase, right side of the ground floor, because it was covered with a red carpet. On the left side is the presidential table, with three armchairs. The management then provided monoblock chairs in front of the wide screen showing the history of the late President Ferdinand Marcos. Then, the whole second floor was divided into different panels.

Pabua's Cottages, an affordable place to stay in Camiguin

About Pabua's Cottages

Pabua's Cottages is one of the most popular budget-friendly accommodations in Camiguin, conveniently located near the jump-off point to the famous White Island. Known for its cozy rooms, affordable rates, and family-run hospitality, it’s a favorite among backpackers, families, and groups seeking both comfort and accessibility during their island adventure.

Catbalogan City's Manaragat Festival was spectacular

Manaragat Festival is an annual festivities celebrated for the whole month of August to pay homage to their Patrol Saint - Senyor Bartolome, whose feast day falls on the 24th of the mentioned month. Catbalogan City celebrated its more than 400 years of establishment as the capital of the whole island of Samar; from a small fishing village in 1616 to a promising city in Eastern Visayas. Most of all, this festival is an ongoing call for people to remain resilient despite the odds and to keep moving forward.

Balay Negrense

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About Balay Negrense

Balay Negrense in Silay City, Negros Occidental, is a beautifully preserved ancestral house that offers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of a 19th-century sugar baron’s family. Known as the first museum in Negros Occidental, this heritage landmark showcases antique furniture, period décor, and timeless architecture, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts and culture lovers exploring the "Paris of Negros."

Kawa Hot Bath, a relaxing destination in Tibiao, Antique

It is an old style of warm bath that uses a “Kawa” or a gigantic wok that serves as a bathtub. Instead of a heater, wood is used to create a fire to heat the water and then sprinkled with ornamental and medicinal plants for a relaxing experience and fairer skin. La Escapo Mountain Resort is the perfect spot to experience this because of its geographical location.  Kawa Hot Bath is prominent and one of the must-tried in Antique. Most mountain resorts offering this service are situated in Tuno, Municipality of Tibiao, 30 to 40 minutes travel from Culasi, Antique. Not only that, extreme water tubing can also be tried.

Manggahan Festival, stunning costume and performance

Guimaras is one of the small island provinces in the Philippines, but with a huge and vibrant culture, breathtaking tourist attractions, and world-class mangoes. Having said that, the province created the Manggahan Festival every May to showcase their gift. In this presentation, Binagtong, which means anything that is wrapped by a katsa or patadyong, will be featured to show its usefulness as an accessory to export mangoes and other products by using this piece of cloth in the hands, shoulder or head. To be included in the presentation are the unique and exciting countryside experiences for tourists – from agri eco-adventure parks to bike circuits, historical sites, religious events, and other cultural activities. Info from Aliwan Fiesta Website.

Apo Whang-Od Tattoo Design

A lady named Apo Whang Od (locals pronounced it as Fang Od) is 103 years old and she's the oldest mambabatok from the Butbut tribe in Buscalan, Kalinga, Philippines. The tattoos on her skin prove how powerful she was during her time.

Got my First Tattoo from Apo Whang Od

In this generation, most people think a tattoo has a negative connotation. It can even affect your career, regardless of the talent and education you may have. My eagerness to get inked started in October 2014 at the Philippine National Museum when I saw a portrait of an old lady with tribal tattoos all over her body. In National Geographic, several documentaries featured how significant tattoos and pierces were, especially for people in ancient times. Tattoos and pierces prove a tribe recognizes a person’s accomplishment, mostly in battles. There are several ways of tattooing worldwide, depending on their geographical feature and culture. In the Northern part of the Philippines, in Buscalan, Kalinga, they call it Batok. It is an ancient/tribal form of marking (tattooing) a warrior after successful combat or ladies who brought pride to the tribe.

Mt. Tabayoc Travel Guide – Second Highest Peak in the Philippines

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About Mt. Tabayoc

Mt. Tabayoc is the second-highest mountain in the Philippines at 2,842 meters above sea level, located in Kabayan, Benguet. Known for its mossy forest, cold climate, and rich biodiversity, it is part of the Mt. Pulag National Park and sits beside the mystical Lake Tabeo. The hike is a combination of adventure and immersion in the Cordilleras’ untouched beauty.