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Vigan City is among the 'New 7 Wonders' finalists
Our very own Vigan City has been shortlisted as one of the 28 finalists in the campaign for the 'New 7 Wonders Cities' of the world.Vigan, a vibrant city located in northern Philippines, is a prime...
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Ilocos Sur Heritage Tour: Vigan and Beyond
A Mang Inasal in Calle Crisologo doesn't seem to fit right in. That was my first impression as I was strolling along this famous cobblestone street in Vigan during my visit last January. Don't get me...
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#LUVisayas: How to help the victims of Typhoon Yolanda
I'll keep this short. Please read: URGENT! Our kababayans in many parts of Visayas are in desperate need of our help, and in response to this grave extraordinary situation, my friends from BookSail and...
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A lot to be grateful for
A "Religion of Gratitude," as what my friend calls it, is what we probably need nowadays in this totally imperfect world. Our mantra would bear no more than two powerful words recited in the most...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): Rolling Hills, Batanes
Thirty days before my 30th birthday, I'm going to let myself down the memory lane and recount my top 30 favorite spots around our country. I'm sharing photos of places I've visited while I was...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): Kayangan Lake, Coron,...
Known for its lovely limestone cliffs, clear and tranquil lake waters, pristine white sand beaches, amazing snorkeling spots, green mountains, and great seafood, enough said... Coron, Palawan is a...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 3.Siquijor Island
I was thinking of a particular spot in Siquijor that stood out for me, and I couldn't think of any. It's just that I simply love this tiny island province.Also known as the Island of Fire, Siquijor is...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 4.Mt. Pinatubo Crater...
Twenty two years after the climactic eruption that shocked the world, it is still unimaginable and surreal to see a magnificent view right where the disaster happened -- the now famous...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 5.APO Reef Natural Park
A 45 ft scuba dive (my first ^_^), swimming with a shark (oh yeah!), green sea turtles (eeeee!! the best!) , barracuda (yeahaha!) and diverse bright-colored fish and corals in God's beautiful...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 6.Calaguas Island
This is Calaguas Island for me: it has the fine sand of Panglao Island, the gorgeous sunset of Boracay Island, the remoteness of Caramoan and Palaui Island, the rawness of Palumbanes Island, the vast...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 7.Batad Rice Terraces
Batad Rice Terraces are part of the Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These 2,000 year-old impressive terraces carved into the mountains of Ifugao...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 8.Mayon Volcano
Whenever I think about it now, I feel privileged to have once lived in place close to a world wonder -- the majestic Mayon Volcano. I had the best vantage point back then to see Mayon right outside my...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 9.Lake Sebu
Tucked in the mountains of South Cotabato, the town of  Lake Sebu has all that it takes to be called the ultimate travel destination -- cold breeze, fresh foods, majestic waterfalls, glassy lake water,...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 10.Palaui Island
CNN's 10th on its list of World 100 Best Beaches is also my personal 10th favorite spot in the Philippines, the sensational Palaui Island.Nothing quite matches up to the solo adventure I had to this...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 11. Enchanted River
Another reason to visit Mindanao is this river that looks a lot like a sea in the middle of a forest. Hinatuan Enchanted River has the stunning blue hues and clear water enough to gaze fishes even from...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 12. UP Diliman Campus
University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), the main campus of the country's premier university, is definitely my most favorite spot within Manila. Not only it is called the cradle to many of the...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 13. Biri Island
Biri Island was once the best-kept secret of Northern Samar, a place out of the tourist trail because of its remote location. But apparently now, it is fast becoming the face of tourism in this...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 14. Catanduanes
There's a lot to love about Catanduanes -- time grinds slow, friends are everywhere, Sundays are about family and churches, mornings are crisp and cold, and beaches are within close radius. Growing up...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 15. Boracay Island
Named as one of the best island getaways in the world, Boracay Island is arguably the tourism capital of the Philippines. It draws in a year-round flux of visitors from around the world -- tourists out...
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30Before30 (Top 30 Favorite Spots in the Philippines): 16. Puerto Princesa...
As our boat was wading through the dark and chilly Underground River, I remember the cranky bat sounds and the hilarious jokes of our tour guide, Kuya Roger. He kept us entertained with his snappy...
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