It isn’t everyday I get to relive my childhood memories. Adulting is real. Who would have thought planning meals, grocery shopping, and other mundane tasks would consume most of our adult life? As kids we get to dream boundless dreams. … Read More

Seeking out hidden beaches is kind of our thing. There’s something about places devoid of crowds that calls to city folks, at least to the adventurous kind. Like a siren song, maybe. I know it isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. … Read More

  It was meant to be an express tour. Just a quick stopover, take a few souvenir photos and off we go. Mariano’s Blooming Agri-Tourism Park turned out to be a complete surprise. This was a family trip around the holiday … Read More

Pagudpud is like margarita, best enjoyed in the summer months at the beach. This town is roughly 10 to 12 hours from Manila by land travel. It certainly isn’t the easiest of commute to start with. You need to have … Read More

Dear Reader, When you’re researching about Sagada, Mountain Province, I’m sure you have come across blogs reiterating on how to be a responsible tourist. Please heed their advice. Your future self will thank you.  Yours truly, Ann Traveled February 2018. … Read More

      My Second Time in Baler As Baler is only a five-hour drive from my place, getting there is not too much trouble. If you’d rather not drive, JoyBus deluxe bus, owned by Genesis Transport, offers direct trips … Read More

  Banaue is home to some of the most beautiful rice terraces in the Philippines.     And the home to the most delicious chicken soup I’ve ever had. Hubby and I are seriously considering the long drive again for … Read More

  Someone finally capitulated on my long wish to explore the rice terraces in Batad. I know you’re not into rice paddies, so huge thanks for not being a spoilsport on this punishing trek.   Ifugao is home to highland … Read More

      This fiery sunrise promises a swell time ahead. Catching waves at Sabang beach in this quaint town of Baler in the province of Aurora was everything I hoped it would be. Fun. Exciting. Different shades of Blue. Sunshine. … Read More

  Mt. Pinatubo is a trekker’s paradise.     This active volcano is located in the Cabusilan mountains, in the island of Luzon, near the tri-point of the Philippine provinces of Zambales, Tarlac, and Pampanga.          Okay, why … Read More

      Off-roading in Mt. Mayon, Albay, Philippines is one of the coolest ride I had ever!   Ever since we tried the ATV ride in Carmen, Bohol, off-roading in Mt. Mayon, Albay has always been somewhere in my bucket … Read More

      Golden mountains, sapphire blue waters, Agoho woodland, your ashy sands, oh Anawangin, you are truly enchanting!           I was having two minds about visiting this place during the summer season because of the volume … Read More

      12 hours north of Manila is a quaint little town called Sagada. There’s nothing there except pine trees, rice paddies, and more pine trees.         Oh okay, I’m trying to dissuade you not to … Read More

        Calling all thrill-seekers. This mentally demanding activity is for you.       The last time I explored a cave was with my childhood friends. Though it was among my unforgettable exploits, the trek from Lumiang Cave to … Read More

        El Nido is among the top destinations in the Philippines. Its natural feature of limestone rock formations concealing beautiful beaches and lagoons is unique and sets it apart from any other tourist spots in the country. … Read More