Tag: Road Trip
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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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Thoughts from the Ride to Eilat
Early the next morning, we leave our hotel in Bethlehem and start the long journey to Eilat, Israel’s southernmost city, where we’ll cross the border to Egypt. The drive is nearly two hours to Ein Gedi, the first town after exiting the West Bank to the south, with the sky a pale, early-morning blue and…
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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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Australia 2024: The Great Ocean Road Trip
Snaking through the southeastern cost of Australia, the Great Ocean Road offers one of the most scenic drives in the country. We’re traversing this road, driving westward on a day tour from Melbourne, about to squeeze what I’m expecting to be a relaxed road trip into less than 12 hours. I would’ve wanted to drive…
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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.
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Wondering about the Ghost from Tarlac City
I’ve been wondering. About life, about myself. About you. I’m not even sure how to begin, except to say that the drive to Tarlac City is an escape — a chance to clear my mind amidst all the drama and uncertainties. The city, and the province of Tarlac in general for that matter, isn’t even…
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Fes to Merzouga: A Scenic Journey Through Ifrane, Midelt & the Ziz Valley
My original itinerary didn’t include a trip to the Sahara Desert. I initially planned to take the train directly from Fes to Marrakesh, thinking I didn’t have the time or budget for a desert excursion. But the owners of the riads I stayed at in Chefchaouen and Fes both suggested an alternative: a Fes-Merzouga-Marrakesh route.…
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The Scent of Fall at Honey Hill Orchard
On a weekday afternoon, we find ourselves driving out to Waterman, about 67 miles west of Chicago. We’re with a couple of families strolling around a patch of apple trees. The scent of fall is apparent, as can be seen in the pumpkins lying around. We came here for some apple-picking but realized taking a…
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Weekend in Quezon: Tayabas-Lucban Road and Food Trip
Quezon Province, with its charming towns and stunning views of Mount Banahaw, is a treasure trove of cultural, historical, and culinary delights. Whether you’re visiting for a short weekend or an extended getaway, this province offers plenty of must-see destinations. On a February Sunday, after checking out of our hotel in Lucena, my family and…
The Tourist Gaze 