Tag: Philippines
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Adults on a Senior High School Field Trip to EK
I’m waiting in line for the Wheel of Fate at Enchanted Kingdom. Looks like one ride just doesn’t cut it for some people. It’s evening, and the park is all lit up with twinkling lights, creating this magical vibe that almost makes you forget how long you’ve been waiting in line. I’m here with some…
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Dad’s 70th Birthday: To the Infinity Pool and Beyond
I’m lounging on a poolside chair by an infinity pool that overlooks the beach. My dad swims nearby, his strokes steady and strong. The sky is painted with warm hues of orange and pink in the golden hour. My sister relaxes at the edge of the pool, taking a timelapse shot of the impending sunset.…
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Dine In: Corner Tree Café
[UPDATE, May 2025: Corner Tree Café has reopened in Poblacion, Makati after closing in 2024. The new location, at 5782 Felipe Street above El Chupacabra, maintains the cozy atmosphere of the original. The café had its soft opening on May 14, 2025, and encouraged reservations while still welcoming walk-ins. The café looks forward to reconnecting…
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A Second Tour of Guimaras
It’s been six years since I’ve last been in Guimaras, and the island still feels as familiar like I’ve been here just last year. The women’s group my mom is with wants more adventures, so today we’re doing this road trip in this island off the coast of Iloilo City. Aboard three vans, we’ve ridden…
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Boat Trip with the Alliance Women to Gigantes Islands
With the conference concluded, my mom and the women’s group she is with have scheduled two more days in Iloilo City for a couple of day trips. The first of which is the island hopping tour in Gigantes Islands. Situated off the coast of Carles town in northern Iloilo, the Gigantes string together a cluster…
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Dine In: Netong’s Original Special La Paz Batchoy
Iloilo City was honored as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2023, a recognition that celebrates its rich culinary heritage and innovative gastronomic scene. Iconic dishes like La Paz batchoy and pancit molo highlight the city’s commitment to preserving its culinary traditions while newer restaurants giving their spin on these dishes show how it…
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Iloilo City: Exploring Her Past and Future Beats
From colonial churches to glass-walled buildings, a diverse cityscape defines the modern Iloilo City, all tucked in a relatively tiny space by the southern coast of Panay Island. Capital of its namesake province, Iloilo City is geared towards the future while not forgetting its past — a modern city with a traditional heartbeat. The Atis,…
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From the Classrooms to Cabangan: SPCS Faculty and Staff Retreat 2024
The last few weeks have been ripe for burnout — in every sense of the word. For one, these have been stressful ones (if you’re co-administering a school, honestly, when is it not stressful?); also, the steadily rising heat has also contributed to the physical toll. Not to mention our local government’s order for schools…
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Bataan Weekend Road Trip: Mt. Samat, Balanga, and WWII History
A pre-Araw ng Kagitingan road trip with my dad leads to solemn WWII memorials, an off-the-beaten nature park, and an exploration of an oft-overlooked city. The trip serves as a reminder that courage isn’t loud, but a steady guiding force amidst all the uncertainties.
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A Maundy Day Trip to Laurel, Batangas
Laurel, Batangas, is an underrated day trip destination from Metro Manila. This lakeside town has great views of Taal Lake, cozy cafés, and peaceful resorts.
The Tourist Gaze 