How Hong Kong’s Great Outdoors and Wellness Retreats Balance Its Urban Energy, Cultural Charms, and Culinary Wonders

March 22, 2025

 

Beyond its big city vibe and bustling shopping and marketplaces, it hides a wealth of nature spots and soulful activities.


Growing up in an era a couple of decades away from the advent of low-budget airlines, I saw our rich neighbors jet off to Hong Kong for shopping trips. At the start of every school year, I would listen to a couple of classmates telling stories of high-rise buildings and the video games they brought home. Since then, I have come to associate the place as where the affluent Filipinos go for holidays.


At just one of the many scenic vantage spots atop Biu Tsim Kok

DOT’s Philippine Experience Caravan Explored some of Central Luzon’s Cultural, Nature, Gastronomy, Arts and Historical Attractions

March 20, 2025

 

When I first started traveling around Southeast Asia, I encountered travelers who had explored tri-cities or even provinces. This was because countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, and even Laos have established tourism circuits that not only attract travelers to stay in one place but also encourage them to explore nearby regions.


The rich culture of provinces in Region 3 were highlighted during the 3-day Philippine Experience Tour

Learning About Some of the Indigenous Cultures of Western Visayas

March 18, 2025

 

When I first began traveling, I was drawn to the sheer visual spectacle of a destination—the more picturesque, the better. I believed that dramatic landscapes alone could capture the spirit of my journey, with each frame giving me a postcard-worthy memento. But as I pursued the craft of travel writing more seriously, my perspective evolved. I came to realize that a place is more than its scenery; I discovered that a great deal of a destination’s soul rests in the stories of its people. By putting more focus on the locals, I witnessed how their traditions, heritage, and daily rhythms weave a richer narrative, thus transforming every visit into a deeper, more meaningful experience that lingers long after I leave.


The "Binanog" is a courtship dance of the Panay-Bukidnon that imitates the movements of a hawk.

This Ancestral Home in the Kamestisuhan District of Malolos Houses Creations of Two National Artists

February 18, 2025

 

Anyone who has entered an old house, especially a well-preserved ancestral home, can compare the experience to visiting a museum. As one observes a piece of furniture, a painting adorning the wall, or an eye-catching design detail, including the very architecture itself, a rich narrative unfolds—one that stretches across decades and, in certain instances, even a century.


The ancestral house of Dr. Luis Santos in Malolos is just one of several heritage houses in the city's Kamestisuhan District.

Victory Liner’s Baguio Terminal Unveils Centerpiece Art

January 27, 2025

 

In a country where bus terminals often appear rundown, characterized by sparse benches, a solitary ticket counter, and a parking lot crowded with buses, certain ones, like Victory Liner's in Baguio City, distinguishes it among the rest through ample space and thoughtful design that caters to the needs and comforts of travelers.


Artist Francis Dravigny unveils his creation