Here’s a step-by-step guide to the US Visa Interview Waiver Program (aka the Drop Box Program), which is the perfect solution for travelers who wish to renew their US visa without having to go to the US Embassy. As OCD … Continued
When people hear “Baler”, they immediately think of surfing in the capital of Aurora. What then follows are thoughts of quiet coves, pretty waterfalls, rocky shores and good hiking. The last isn’t surprising given how close the town is … Continued
Our last trip to Dumaguete had a first for me – we only stayed within the city limits. Every other time I’ve been there, we’ve always ventured outside the city. Dauin, Valencia, Sibulan – there’s a ton of choices. However, … Continued
Called Mararison by the locals in their dialect, the island lies across the water from the Northern Antique town of Culasi. As people referred to Malalison as the Visayas’ answer to Batanes, I was expecting that it’d be an extremely … Continued
Think of this as a budget guide to paradise. El Nido is home to dozens of white sand beaches, handfuls of lagoons and seemingly “undiscovered” coves – all of which are accented by majestic karst cliffs, colorful reefs, lush … Continued
The Philippines’ northernmost province, Batanes is a unique treasure trove of dramatic cliffs, beautiful blue waters, abundant reefs and rugged coastlines. Because of its isolated location at the northern tip of the country, getting to Batanes via the daily flights … Continued
Apo Island is the perfect combination of underwater wonderland and tropical nirvana. Although the sanctuary itself is still (temporarily) closed as of December 2016, the island has its own brand of charming allure for visitors. Can you say coral reefs? … Continued