Category: Travel
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Silversmithing in the Philippines at Studio 925, Makati
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A few years ago, I started a small handmade jewelry business called Embracelet. I worked with acrylic and glass beads at first, then slowly shifted to gemstones like jade, angelite, and sunstone. It was a good run and honestly, I’d say it was successful. But at some point, I paused to focus on other things.…
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Kinaiyahan Forest Park: A Bohol Eco-Tourism Stop Worth Adding to Your Family Itinerary
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Not every stop in Bohol needs to be packed with tourists to be worth your time. Kinaiyahan Forest Park in Bilar is proof of that. It’s not on everyone’s radar and honestly, that’s part of what makes it a good visit, especially if you’re traveling to Bohol with kids and want something slower and more…
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The Chocolate Hills in Bohol Are Even Better in Person
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Some places live up to the hype. The Chocolate Hills in Bohol is one of them. We arrived at the Chocolate Hills Complex in Carmen around 11 in the morning, and even before we reached the top, I already knew this was going to be one of those stops that stays with you. It’s one…
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Things to do in Liwliwa Zambales
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If there’s one beach in Northern Luzon that I always keep coming back to, it’s Liwliwa Zambales. It doesn’t have powdery white sand. It doesn’t have luxury accommodations either. But there’s something about the beach community here that feels warm and welcoming, like you’re part of something. If you’re planning a trip, here are a few…
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We Spent an Hour at the National Museum in Bohol and Learned More Than We Expected
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Most Bohol tour packages skip this one entirely, and that’s a shame. The National Museum of the Philippines Bohol sits right in the heart of Tagbilaran City, across from the Cathedral and the Rizal Plaza. We arrived around noon, stayed for about an hour, and left knowing significantly more about Bohol’s history and culture than…