My visit to the Bohol Tarsier Conservation Area in Bohol, Philippines, shows what to expect on the silent trails and explains why the Philippine tarsier is a prosimian primate, not a monkey.
I twice visited Paoay Church Ilocos Norte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Earthquake Baroque design, stunning façade, and nearby attractions like Paoay Sand Dunes and Malacañang of the North.
I visited the Chocolate Hills in Bohol with a dedicated driver and explored the viewpoint, souvenir stalls, and the surrounding landscape.
We drove along the Patapat Viaduct toward Pagudpud and enjoyed sweeping ocean views, lush mountainsides, and one of the most memorable stops of our Ilocos Norte trip.
I visited the RG Jar Factory in Vigan City and experienced traditional pottery at one of the last surviving jar factories in Pagburnayan. I tried the wheel myself, explored the handmade clay pieces, and discovered why this workshop remains a cultural highlight in Ilocos Sur.
I explored Historic Vigan City and its Spanish-era streets, plazas, churches, and trading heritage. This guide shares my experience of Ilocos Sur’s cultural capital and what makes it such a unique destination in the Philippines.
Intramuros is Manila’s historic walled city and one of the best places to explore the Philippines’ Spanish colonial past. Walking through its cobbled streets, historic churches, and old fortifications offers a fascinating and essential experience on any visit to Manila.
