festivals and events
When to go to the PhilippinesApr 15, 2021 • 7 min read
With over 7000 islands spread over 300,000sq km, there’s never a bad time to grab a towel and head to the Philippines.
Philippines Travel Stories
beachesThe Philippines for beginners: 7 first-timer fails to avoid on your tripAug 2, 2019 • 5 min read
The Philippines is a relatively easy travel destination by Southeast Asian standards. English is widely spoken, and the country has an endearing don't…
wildlife and natureWhere to have an epic adventure in two weeks or lessJul 18, 2019 • 5 min read
The best adventures are experiences travelers hold dear for a lifetime and recount with reverence. They are trips you never forget and that become the…
beachesHow to swim with millions of sardines in Moalboal, PhilippinesJul 12, 2019 • 5 min read
Ever fancied donning your fins and swimming with millions of fish? I discovered a teeming tropical reef only metres from the beach in Moalboal, the…
road tripsFive adventurous getaways from ManilaDec 6, 2018 • 5 min read
Manila’s fast pace and heavy traffic can try anybody’s patience, but there are ways to escape the madness. Whether you prefer sea-based or land-based…
beachesChasing paradise: five alternatives to BoracayOct 30, 2018 • 5 min read
The Philippines' famed island, Boracay, was closed to the public in April 2018 in an attempt to try and restore the incredible location to its former…
art10 reasons to visit ManilaOct 13, 2014 • 6 min read
Despite being one of Southeast Asia's best capital cities for sightseeing and culture, Manila continues to (unfairly) get a bad rap. Crime, pollution,…