Category: Philippines
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Laguna Field Trip: Factories, Nuvali, and Enchanted Kingdom
Our school holds its annual senior high school field trip, this year exploring Gardenia and Monde Nissin factories, Nuvali, and Enchanted Kingdom. I join once again as an adult member of the administration team, alongside students and teachers, rediscovering the unexpected joys and challenges that make a full day of learning unforgettable.
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Pasay: A Future Flight Attendant’s Day in the City of Travel
Carla, a tourism student aspiring to be a flight attendant, spends a day in Pasay City. She explores some of the city’s sights, such as Mall of Asia and Star City, discovering why the self-named City of Travel reflects her dreams.
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Maragondon, Cavite: A Town That Saw Andres Bonifacio’s Last Stand
Maragondon, Cavite is the unassuming town where Andres Bonifacio faced his final reckoning. On a weekend, we visit the shrine near Mt. Magpatong, as well as the trial house, the riverside, and the centuries-old Jesuit church in the town center, confronting the Revolution’s questions.
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Tayabas, Quezon: A Heritage Road Trip and the Joy of Seeing Again
Through Tayabas, Quezon’s colonial streets, iconic basilica, and the timeless Puente de Malagonlong, we embark on a heartfelt road trip that becomes my mother’s first after cataract surgery. It’s a journey of healing, gratitude, and rediscovery through family and faith.
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Sariaya, Quezon: How a Forgotten Blog Led Me to the Town’s Heritage Houses
Beneath Mount Banahaw’s gaze, the heritage houses of Sariaya, Quezon, tell stories of a bygone era. Moved by a blog that fell silent years ago, I wander through the town’s Art Deco mansions, pondering how preserving heritage mirrors our struggle to keep meaning from fading.
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Quezon City Unfinished: A Day Exploring the Legacy of the Man Who Started It
Quezon City is defined by a grand vision that went largely unrealized. Despite that, it is still alive and evolving. I spend a day exploring parts of the city—from the anachronisms in Elliptical Road and Quezon Memorial Circle to the chaos of Cubao—tracing the ironies in Manuel L. Quezon’s ambitions and legacy.
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Pinsal Falls and Santa Maria Church: Exploring Two of Ilocos Sur’s Hidden Corners
The turquoise cascades of Pinsal Falls and the hilltop UNESCO-listed Santa Maria Church are just two of Ilocos Sur’s treasures beyond Vigan. On a scenic detour from Abra, our group visits the striking falls and heritage church, embracing the unhurried moments together. It’s a pleasant coda to an adventurous trip.
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Abra in a Weekend: A Group Adventure Through Bangued and Beyond
A weekend adventure takes our group through Abra’s sights—from the green waters of Lusuac Spring to Bangued Cathedral, weaving traditions in La Paz, a modular bridge, and scenic Victoria Park views. Along the way, shared laughter, jokes, and camaraderie turn the journey into a memorable experience beyond the landmarks themselves.
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Kaparkan Falls: Abra’s Terraced Waterfalls Are Hard to Reach—And It’s a Good Thing
A bumpy truck ride, a forest trek, and a splash into icy water—reaching Kaparkan Falls in Abra is no simple weekend getaway. But that’s part of its magic. Here’s how one weekend trip turned a rough ride into a rewarding adventure at the edge of the Cordilleras.
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#Blessed in Bocaue, Bulacan: Influencer Skylar Jade Talks Travel Amid Flood Control Woes
TikTok star Skylar Jade Valencia brings her signature #Blessed energy back to her father’s hometown in Bocaue, Bulacan. From half-finished flood embankments to local street food, she shares travel hacks, outfit triumphs, and canal-side adventures, turning overlooked provincial spots into Instagram-ready stages for her influencer lifestyle.
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