By Swetha Nair A strong bonding and community spirit among people in a —bayan (meaning town) — is something you see among Filipinos. Almost all countries in the world have this ethos present in some form or the other in their culture – Harambee in East Africa, Gotong- royong in Indonesia, Basij in Iran, Talkoot in […]

A festival to celebrate communal diversity and the beauty of the land, the Magayon Festival of Zamboanga  in the Philippines is a must-see attraction. It falls in September and is one of the easiest ways to catch the local pulse of Zamboanga. (Pic:Wikimedia) There are cultural dances and beautiful costumes that highlight the diversity of […]

If you want to see Bohol, come with us. (Pic: Wikimedia) Bohol is more than touristy locations and hotel food. It is a living, breathing culture that demands far more from its admirers. This island destination attracts hordes of tourists every year, and our handpicked packages promise journeys that will take you right into the […]

This December, go to Siargao’s Cloud 9 to surf some of the best waves in Asia. Cloud 9 lies to the southeast corner of the island and is famous for the barreling waves that advance towards its shores. (Pic: Wikimedia) You can also click some very beautiful pictures at its boardwalk. The place attracts a […]

El Nido is a cluster of islands on Palawan Island, and it has so much to explore that one would need days, if not months, here. The place is rife with food and fun plus lots of hidden beauty. (Pic: Wikimedia) Here are 3 things to absolutely look for at El Nido: Small Lagoon The […]

Though Batangas is back in the travel realm for domestic tourists, its awe-inspiring Taal volcano is out of reach. The magnificent Taal — which used to be popular with travellers from far and wide — has been rumbling for a while prompting evacuations and closure of businesses around the area. (Pic: Wikimedia Commons) Taal Volcano […]

If you are into water sports, Boracay is the place for you. One of the most loved destinations in the Philippines, Boracay brings a fantastic sun and clear seas to visitors who love adventure. (Pic: Wikimedia Commons) 5 popular water activities to try in Boracay: Parasailing See the gorgeous coastline of Philippines and fly high […]