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 […]

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 […]

The scenic island of Cebu has remained a popular choice for those keen on beach life, food and an overall good time. Famous for its lush beaches, expansive marine life and coral reefs, Cebu is popular with divers and adventure seekers too. (Pic: Wikimedia Commons) It is also rich in history and nightlife, and continues to […]