I awoke and saw sun glints peeking through my window shades. wow, sunshine. Time check: 7am. *groan* if only I can peel my back off the bed.I checked my mobile and saw Beth's message that she will pass due to gloomy sky. I messaged back that I have sunshine outside my...
Tour of the Glutton: Pampanga Food Trip As with most north bound trips, meet up is at our flat. We even had a movie night/sleep over to ensure that nobody will be late the next day. For the record, the 2 movies were Drag me to Hell and Temptation Island. Technically,...
Yes, we did spend some time above water while in Dumaguete! Harolds Mansion Probably the most popular guesthouse/hostel in Dumaguete City. The rooms are relatively clean, big, and backpacker rate. It has free wifi and 2 computers which you can use for free. Unlimited...
Sumilon Island is actually part of Cebu but is nearer to Dumaguete City. It is known for its crystal blue water and amazing visibility and of course, its marine sanctuary adopted by the Siliman University in Dumaguete. Sharks (whale sharks and hammer head) are...
Apo Island needs no further introduction for scuba divers as it is one of the top dive sites in the Philippines. It has amazing clear water, healthy coral reef, and well preserved marine sanctuary. Fully geared and underwater camera ready, I was more than eager to...
Dumaguete City is a charming town in Negros Oriental with friendly people and chillax lifestyle. It's one of the most popular travel destination in the Philippines, not only for foreigners but locals as well. I may be biased but I think the most obvious reason is its...
When one of our scuba friends invited me to this trip, I didn't hesitate even if I was just here 18 months ago. Mainly because I was a new and nervous diver and that we were not taken to the best dive sites Apo Island has to offer. Anyway, it was an awesome and...
When Yannie (my CS host in Jakarta) told me she met Andri (my host in Jogja) at the "Jogja Rally 2008", I nodded and thought nothing of it. Actually, I thought it was some national festival or holiday. A week later, I met Andri and he got the chance to explain to me...
