by thepinay solobackpacker | Sep 16, 2022 | Aurora, Baler, Philippines, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Baler is now open to tourists, and the travel requirements are easy breezy. This is perfect since the surf season is here. Generally, surfing is best in the Philippines from August through November and lasts until...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 4, 2022 | Palawan, Puerto Princesa
Flanked by gorgeous marine reserves, vast pastoral lands, lush mountains and jungles, and sleepy coastal towns,Palawan is an impeccable travel destination for those seeking a refuge and oneness with nature. Dubbed as...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jun 4, 2022 | Palawan, Philippines, Puerto Princesa, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Detailed travel blog on Puerto Princesa Travel Requirements for tourists, travel restrictions, DOT-accredited accommodations in Puerto Princesa, what to do, and sample Puerto Princesa itinerary. Puerto Princesa is now...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 27, 2022 | El Nido, Palawan, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Momentarily ditch the bustling concrete jungle and head to El Nido, a blissful town in Palawan with raw appeal. Like the rest of the province, it is flanked by jaw-dropping tropical islands and palm-fringed, white...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 25, 2022 | Mountain Province, Sagada, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Over the years, the municipality of Sagada in the Mountain Province has attracted tourists especially on weekends. Travel agencies from Manila started offering inexpensive group tours during weekends that led to...
by thepinay solobackpacker | May 24, 2022 | Palawan, Philippines, Puerto Princesa
Detailed travel blog on how to get to Sabang Mangrove Forest tour, entrance fee, boat tour rates, eating tamilok, and other things to do in Sabang, Puerto Princesa. If you fancy tropical beach cliché, forest road, and...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Apr 10, 2022 | TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS, Zambales
Good news for those planning a trip to Zambales, the province is currently under Alert Level 1, so, the Zambales travel requirements has been eased. You can now travel safely to this massive province if you need a...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 2, 2022 | Palawan, Philippines, San Vicente, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
San Vicente Palawan is now accepting domestic tourists. This place is one of my favorite travel destinations in the Philippines. If you are planning to travel to Palawan soon, here’s the updated San Vicente Palawan...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Mar 1, 2022 | Bohol, Cebu, Negros Oriental, Siquijor
The Philippines may not be as popular as our neighboring countries when it comes to backpacking, but it doesn’t mean you have to skip it. Discover the classic and under-the-radar destinations for backpacking Central...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 27, 2022 | Legazpi, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
The province of Albay has drawn tourists since time immemorial because of the stunning Mt.Mayon. And Legazpi is the gateway to many adventures and natural attractions in the region. Despite being a popular tourist...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Feb 10, 2022 | Baguio, Benguet, Philippines, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Baguio has once again opened its door to tourists/travelers, but only to adults who are fully-vaccinated. Children are also allowed to travel, so long as they are with a fully-vaccinated adult. Listed here are the...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 25, 2022 | Itinerary, Laguna, LILIW, Tourist Spots
Liliw is blissfully located at the foot of Mt.Banahaw. It is peppered with bountiful farms that are now turned into farm tourism sites. The name of the town is believed to be derived from the sound of a bird. History...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 7, 2022 | Pangasinan, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
For those excited to travel to Pangasinan, you’ll be glad to know that Pangasinan is now open to tourists, including those aged between 15-65 years old with no underlying conditions and comorbidities! This blog is...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 7, 2022 | Bohol, Itinerary, Philippines, Tourist Spots, Travel Guide
Candijay Bohol is a rising tourist destination in the Philippines. Its sheer isolation and dramatic scenery beckons every artistic soul to immortalize its beauty in pixels. Candijay, Bohol could definitely make it to...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 7, 2022 | Negros Oriental, Philippines, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Dumaguete is now accepting tourists, and there’s good news for fully-vaccinated tourists, RT-PCR Test is no longer required! That will save a few bucks when traveling to Dumaguete and Negros Oriental. To help you plan...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 7, 2022 | Bohol, Philippines, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Bohol has been slowly accepting tourists recently. Traveling to Bohol is easier compared to other tourist destinations in the Philippines because Bohol Tourism processes requirements promptly and they do respond to...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Jan 7, 2022 | Itinerary, Palawan, San Vicente, Travel Guide
Nature really comes to the fore of San Vicente Palawan. Punctuated by rocky outcrops, the sprawling landscape here varies from forest fringed mountains and windswept grassland, to a swirling mix of aquamarine beaches...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 26, 2021 | Laguna, Philippines, Travel Guide
The landlocked province of Laguna offers something refreshing to those who travel here to uncover its beauty. If you fancy the outdoors and taking off-the-beaten path, this massive province will surprise you with...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 22, 2021 | La Union
Grapes has long been grown in La Union, but it wasn’t until photos and articles of Bauang, La Union Grape Farms have gone viral last year that this local secret was revealed to the world. For many Filipinos, this...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 18, 2021 | Historical Sites, Laguna, Nagcarlan, Philippines, Travel Guide
Dappled with age-old churches dating back to Spanish-colonial era, Laguna Province beckons heritage advocates and history buffs. But aside from churches, the province is also home to a unique and important historical...
by thepinay solobackpacker | Dec 11, 2021 | Beaches, Philippines, Sorsogon
Summer isn’t over yet! So go dig out your sun block, pack your shades because it’s time to seek out the sun and escape to a paradisaical beach you can call your own! Problem is, with over 7,000 mind-boggling islands to...