Pugon by Amare: For the Love of Food
Being one of the most recognizable food brands in Baguio City, Pugon by Amare took the notch higher as it opened its doors to a new dining landscape featuring some of the most well-loved food, surrounded by Baguio’s lush greens, and welcomed by the cool breeze
Breathtaking Batanes Travel Guide
Being my 82nd and last province in my personal #Project82PH, Batanes is a dream destination to many. But here we are, exploring the northernmost province in the Philippines! Here is a quick Batanes Travel Guide and explore options on how you can get to the country’s
Panagbenga 2026 Results
On its 30th staging, Panagbenga 2026 once again proved to be one of the major festivals in Northern Luzon every start of the year. With this year’s theme “Blooming Without End,” the showcase of culture endures in every competition held. Here are the partial results of
My Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2026 Experience
The Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta returns once again after a 1 year hiatus and it gave me goosebumps once I stepped into the New Clark City Stadium. On its 26th year, the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta gave the audience #AWeekendofEverythingthatFlies! Read also: Panagbenga 2026 Schedule
My Iloilo Dinagyang 2026 Festival Experience
Iloilo Dinagyang 2026 - It is that time again and the Feast of Sto. Niño is once again celebrated all around the Philippines. Notably, this feast is prominently celebrated in the Visayas and Dinagyang Festival is one of them. As it is my third time celebrating
Limasawa Island Travel Guide (Southern Leyte)
Limasawa Island, Southern Leyte Overview Lying southwest of the Province of Southern Leyte, Limasawa Island is located right at the mouth of Sogod Bay. This tadpole-shaped island has the GPS coordinates 9.9303° N, 125.0746° E. First known as “Mazaua” according to the chronicles of Antonio Pigafetta, Limasawa
Panagbenga 2026 Schedule of Activities
Panagbenga is once again in our midst and Panagbenga 2026 is the 30th staging of the prestigious Baguio Flower Festival. Held every February, this annual event is a major tourist draw as it is one of the well-attended festivals in northern Philippines. For this edition, Panagbenga
Biri Island Travel Guide (Northern Samar)
Biri Island Overview Located on the Northwestern part of Northern Samar Province, the municipality of Biri Island is one of the up-and-coming tourist destinations in the area. With GPS Coordinates at 12.6681° N, 124.3769° E, Biri Island was first known as “Tingiao” in Spanish maps as a
Turista Boy’s Best of 2025!
2025 is a year full of unexpected detours and adventures. This is also another year of visiting new provinces, new cities, new faces, and new cultures, not only in the Philippines but also in neighboring countries. 2025 is a whirlwind of experiences for me. This year
Canhugas Nature Park Travel Guide
Canhugas Nature Park Overview Located on the eastern seaboard of Samar Island, Canhugas Nature Park is one of the more popular tourist destinations in the province of Eastern Samar. Located in the municipality of Hernani, this Nature Park’s name came from the word “hugas” as it was
