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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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…
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Stay Salty Beach House in Liwliwa Zambales Review
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Last February, we found ourselves driving back to Zambales. This time with family in tow. Dee offered to drive from Metro Manila, so we were really looking forward to this weekend. We were seven adults and two kids. If you’ve tried booking a place in Zambales last minute, you’ll know how fast everything gets filled…
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Tagbilaran Cathedral Bohol: What to Expect When You Visit This Historic Church
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Some places don’t need a full afternoon to leave an impression. The Tagbilaran Cathedral, formally known as the Diocesan Shrine and Cathedral-Parish of Saint Joseph the Worker, is one of them. It sits right in the heart of Tagbilaran City in Poblacion, facing Plaza Rizal, and just a short walk from the National Museum of…