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Angkor Wat: Heart and soul of Cambodia
Downpour and thick clouds have consistently obscured the view of sunrise over Siem Reap for three consecutive days. Every morning I woke up to gloomy skies and cold weather that I lost the enthusiasm...
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In photos: The jungle in Ta Prohm
Remember that scene in Tomb Raider where Angelina Jolie’s Lara Croft sees a rabble of butterflies moving into a smoky labyrinthine temple, then a young girl then emerges out of nowhere and calls the...
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Boracay Island Budget Travel Guide
Boracay Island is nirvana to the beach bum. Sun-kissed, devil-may-care figures swarm the fine stretch of sand; magnificent panorama of sunset take over the horizon; stupendous fire dancers heat up the...
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Of leaving and living: 2013 year-ender
Eleven Philippine provinces, six countries. 2013 has been really good to me in all aspects of my travel life. I may have left home a couple of times this year but, lo and behold, I began living my...
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Inside Angkor Thom: Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Preah Palilay, and The Bayon
If you think there’s nothing that could top Angkor Wat’s charm, think hard again. The last great capital of the Khmer Empire, the fortified city of Angkor Thom contains remarkable temples which, when...
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My 7-day backpacking adventure across Java, Indonesia
Before 2013 drew to a close, I flew to the world’s largest archipelago, Indonesia, and embarked on an adventure of a lifetime. It took me seven days to fulfill my jam-packed backpacking trip on Java...
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How I traveled overland from Jakarta to Dieng Plateau
Tourists coming from Jakarta usually travel overland to Dieng Plateau via Yogyakarta-Magelang-Wonosobo-Dieng route and then double back to Yogyakarta after their visit. This course sounded impractical...
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Looping Dieng Plateau in less than a day
Dieng Plateau, or simply Dieng, is a highland community in Central Java, Indonesia. Located 26km north of Wonosobo at a lofty altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level, Dieng is confined in a nippy...
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Review: Urbanears Humlan Headphones
Traveling to distant places can make a person become jaded. Imagine being stuck in the airport on a lengthy layover, or being stranded at the bus station for a delayed departure. Let’s face it: you...
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8 Tips for spending New Year’s Eve in Yogyakarta
Growing up in the Philippines, I’d normally experience distinct traditions when it comes to welcoming the New Year. From the break of dawn until the evening, households are always occupied with New...
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10 tips and tricks to conquer Borobudur
It is certain that Borobudur is Indonesia’s most popular attraction; it is touristy, crowded, and noisy. Oftentimes, the crowd becomes too much to handle that you’d want to walk out and request for a...
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5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition: Philippines’ Opening...
On February 15, 2014, the skies of Metro Manila were illuminated once again with spectacular fireworks display for the opening of the 5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at SM Mall of...
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Australia’s Billabong Dreaming: 5th Philippine International Pyromusical...
First competitor to perform in this year’s Philippine International Pyromusical Competition was Australia’s Howard and Sons Fireworks. 40 minutes after the opening exhibition of the Philippines,...
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From none to Prambanan: Photos of Prambanan Complex
I caught myself staring blankly at the constant rubbing of the wipers against our tour car’s windshield. The rainy season just wreaked sudden downpour on Yogyakarta, obscuring our sight of the road as...
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Sleepy Desa Ngadas: Where sleepyheads become wide-awake
I succumbed to the coldness of Malioboro Express’ air-conditioning system that I woke up fully wrapped in my plaid krama, leaning and almost drooling against the train window. We were about to reach...
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How to get to Ngadas from Yogyakarta
Many travelers from Yogyakarta are obliged to join expensive tour groups to reach Mount Bromo in East Java, Indonesia. Surprisingly, there’s one cheaper course that will take you straight to Bromo...
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Spain’s Brunchu Pyro Experience: 5th Philippine International Pyromusical...
On February 22, 2014, the participants of 5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition took the battle to the next level as Spain and United Kingdom conquered the stage—well, the skies—of SM...
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United Kingdom’s Jubilee Fireworks: 5th Philippine International Pyromusical...
The game has changed when Jubilee Fireworks of United Kingdom performed at the 5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition. Succeeding the magnificent presentation of Spain’s Brunchu Pyro...
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For Bromo I trekked for three hours from Ngadas to Cemoro Lawang
“Am I there yet?” I asked myself this question several times as I strove to finish my 3-hour trek from Ngadas to Cemoro Lawang in what seemed to be wilderness in East Java, Indonesia. I passed through...
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How to apply for a South Korean visa in the Philippines: Tips and tricks
Applying for a South Korean tourist visa in the Philippines is smooth and easy. Your only key is a complete set of requirements, and you are good to fly to the Land of the Morning Calm. Notes: For a...
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