by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 10, 2019 | Bohol, Itinerary, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
Itching for Instagram-worthy cave pools, powdery white sand lapped by cerulean water? Pack your swimwear and delve into Anda Bohol! Sitting blissfully on the eastern side of the island, Anda has some of the best...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 5, 2019 | Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
Lake Sebu has a special place in my heart. When I first traveled solo to Lake Sebu in South Cotabato a few years ago, the town was just devastated by a typhoon, my T’boli host – Ms. Maria Todi wasn’t home that time. So...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 5, 2019 | Itinerary, Marinduque, Travel Guide
This is a detailed Marinduque travel guide with sample Marinduque itinerary and budget, budget hotels, and top things to do in Marinduque for first-timers Marinduque – the heart of the Philippines has such an...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 1, 2019 | Negros Oriental, Travel Guide
Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental has long been a tourist-magnet. It is one of the more popular spots for expats who wish to retire in the Philippines. The bustling city is home to the scenic Siliman University, the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 31, 2019 | Itinerary, Marinduque, Travel Guide
Against the unbounded sky, over the unfathomable denim blue ocean, the last light of the day surrendered. The stars started to surface and the sky dramatically turned into rosy pink and tangerine. I was in Maniwaya...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 28, 2019 | Itinerary, Marinduque, Travel Guide
One of the pleasures of Marinduque is that most parts of the island is still untainted by mass tourism. While the heart of the Philippines is widely known for Moriones Festival and the islands off its coast, the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 27, 2019 | Itinerary, Siquijor, Travel Guide
The unassuming province of Siquijor has rose to fame in recent years. This largely uncharted region is oozing with pristine beaches and gorgeous diving spots. It is comprised of towns with idyllic coastal charm....
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 12, 2019 | BEACH RESORTS, Beaches, La Union, Philippines
With its warm sun, cool sea breezes, sandy and pebble beaches, excellent surf, hipster restaurants, grape farms and beautiful waterfalls, it is no wonder that La Union is one of the top tourist destinations in the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 6, 2019 | Palawan, Puerto Princesa, Travel Guide
A few days stay in PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan trip is all it takes to set your heart racing. There are plenty of things to do in Puerto Princesa, the capital of Palawan that will make one’s trip here truly...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 6, 2019 | Beaches, Palawan, Philippines, Travel Guide
You won’t have seen El Nido if you haven’t experienced island hopping here. This place is gorgeously studded with breath-snatching limestone cliffs that cradle swirling mix of aquamarine water and gleaming talcum sand,...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 28, 2019 | Negros Occidental, Travel Guide
Carbin Reef is a rising destination in Negros Occidental. This tongue-shaped sandbar is located off the coast of Sagay, about 2-3 hours away from Bacolod. If you are itching to frolic in crystal clear, blue water and...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 28, 2019 | Cebu, Travel Guide
Malapascua is an island located in North Cebu, Philippines that has attracted local and foreign tourists, especially divers, because of its rich marine sanctuary. It is best known for Monad Shoal where thresher...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 25, 2019 | Benguet, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
This is a detailed travel guide of Northern Blossoms Flower Farm in Atok, Benguet with sample itinerary and budget. The Northern Blossoms Flower Farm has recently been hyped by social media, which led to new...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 15, 2019 | Cebu, Itinerary, Philippines, Travel Guide
Cebu has always been a tourist magnet and its capital – CEBU CITY, is a beautiful mix of contradictions, from modern skyline to highland hideaways. There is no shortage of activities here for travelers, and the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 13, 2019 | Batangas, Itinerary, Philippines, Tourist Attractions, Travel Guide
Calatagan, Batangas has long been a magnet of beachgoers, but if you are looking for something new, there’s a rising tourist destination here. Just about 3 hours away from Manila is Manuel Uy Beach Resort and its...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 2, 2019 | BEACH RESORTS, Zambales
Zambales is a timeless magnet of beach lovers. It is hemmed in by long stretch of powdery, cream sand and glimmering, azure beaches that are pretty accessible from Manila. Many Zambales beach resorts also offer...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 16, 2018 | Beaches, Surigao, Travel Guide
Few places evoke the wondrous hodgepodge of nature as powerfully as Bucas Grande. Decades ago, this far-flung island just lurks in the shadow of its more famous neighbor – the surfing capital of the Philippines –...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 15, 2018 | Cebu, Travel Guide
Here’s a budget travel guide to Inambakan Falls, how to get there info, sample itinerary + side trips. Mention the best waterfalls in the Philippines, and South Cebu will immediately come to mind. Tempting blue green...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 28, 2018 | Negros Occidental, Travel Guide
Name the Philippine’s stunning beaches, and Negros Occidental province will most likely go unnoticed. Unknown to many tourists, this bountiful province is oozing with some of the most Instagram-worthy islands. Take for...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 27, 2018 | NAIA, P2P BUS, Philippines
Here’s the latest P2P bus schedule for ALABANG TO NAIA, NAIA TO ALABANG, NAIA TO NUVALI + ROBINSONS TAGAPO STA.ROSA LAGUNA, NUVALI TO NAIA, ROBINSONS TAGAPO STA.ROSA LAGUNA TO NAIA. Fare, pick-up, and drop-off points...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Nov 23, 2018 | Featured, Mindoro Oriental, Puerto Galera, Travel Guide
PUERTO GALERA gives you a choice: either you plunge into bliss or go out with a bang. Situated in Oriental, Mindoro Philippines, this municipality was once dubbed as “One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the...
