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TAWI-TAWI’S AGAL-AGAL FESTIVAL | The Philippines’ Only Seaweed Festival
The Province of Tawi-Tawi is considered as the biggest producer of Seaweed Powder in the country. Because of its significance to the livelihood of the people and the economy of the Province, one grand celebration is made every year as tribute to its great value. This is the Agal-agal Festival which … Read more
WATERFALLS
REDISCOVERING MAHAN-OB FALLS
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MOUNTAINS
LAKE HOLON: A Sacred Place to Commune with Mother Nature
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CULTURE
THE WARMTH AND RICHES OF THE T’BOLIS
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FESTIVALS
TALAKUDONG FESTIVAL: Philippine’s Most Celebrated Festival of Hats
For the second year in a row, I witnessed another … [Read More...]
BEACHES
SAN ANTONIO, ZAMBALES: Opening Salvo for 2016
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FEATURED PHOTO
A BEAUTIFUL SEA GYPSY
She sailed her rugged wooden boat from port to … [Read More...]
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TAWI-TAWI’S AGAL-AGAL FESTIVAL | The Philippines’ Only Seaweed Festival
The Province of Tawi-Tawi is considered as the biggest producer of Seaweed Powder in the country. Because of its significance to the livelihood of the people and the economy of the Province, one grand celebration is made … [Read More...]
AGAL-AGAL FESTIVAL | Seaweed Festival of Tawi-Tawi Province (VIDEO BLOG)
The southernmost frontier of the Philippines, the Province of Tawi-Tawi just recently celebrated its 44th Founding Anniversary. The celebration is called Kamardikaan Sin Tawi-Tawi. One of the major highlights of the … [Read More...]
Journey to Tawi-Tawi, the Southernmost Jewel of the Philippines (Video Blog)
I have so many beautiful stories to tell you about my travels to the southernmost province of the Philippines, the fascinating island province of Tawi-Tawi. Stories that have occupied a special place in my heart. Stories … [Read More...]
ARMMazing DESTINATIONS | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (TRAVEL VIDEO)
It's almost a year since I started traveling and documenting the many amusing and awe-inspiring sights to see and experience in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). From beaches to mountains, lagoons to … [Read More...]
INDAK-INDAK SA KADALANAN | Kadayawan Festival 2017
“Kadayawan Kasaulogan Kasaganaan ng pamayanan Kahiusahan natong tanang Napulo ug usang kaliwatan” Amid Martial Law extension in the whole Island of Mindanao, Davaoenos, Mindanaoans from nearby provinces, local and … [Read More...]
CELEBRATING KADAYAWAN SPIRIT AT THE APO VIEW HOTEL
Davao City’s premier hotel, the Apo View Hotel, continues to prove its legacy as Davao’s true home of heritage and hospitality as they carry on their tradition of celebrating the city’s grandest festival that pays … [Read More...]
KADAYAWAN’S INDAK INDAK SA KADALANAN 2017: Video Blog
The Travel Teller's coverage of Kadayawan Festival's Indak-Indak Sa Kadalanan This street dancing event is one of the highlight of the weeklong festival and is absolutely a must-see. The major thoroughfares of … [Read More...]
GREAT THINGS TO DO IN CAVITE PHILIPPINES
The Cavite that you see today has been the result of several important historic events in the past. In fact, the history of Cavite has a strong influence on the modern Philippines Islands. Consequently, a visit to Cavite … [Read More...]
HOW TO PLAN THE BEST VACATION IN THE PHILIPPINES?
Planning a vacation to anywhere can be very difficult, and the Philippines is not different. We want to help you understand how to tackle this problem, and even suggest some itineraries you might find suitable, or get … [Read More...]
AMAZING ORCHID GARDEN SHOW | Kadayawan Farm and Garden Fair 2017
KADAYAWAN SA DABAW is the City's grandest festival that has become annual celebration of life, a thanksgiving for the gifts of nature, the wealth of culture, the bounties of harvest and serenity of living. It is also … [Read More...]
DAPITAN CITY: More Than Just A Shrine City
It was an invitation I have long wanted to get. In fact, years ago, I was invited to visit this very important destination in Mindanao but for some reasons I wasn’t available. But being on my bucket list, seeing this … [Read More...]
FEATURED POST: O Kay Budi (A Mandaya Song)
OH KAY BUDI (Music and Lyrics by Romeo Quinones) O kay Budi o'adon wa'in da kaw Wa'in da kaw magapanawpanaw Onan yang kanmo p'yagabuodan Amo yang kanmo pigapanawan Sang-aon lage yagalaong pa kaw kanak Yang gugma mo … [Read More...]
TACURONG BIRD FESTIVAL: A Celebration of Wildlife Conservation
One of SOX’s premier tourist destinations is the center of the 3rd Tacurong Bird Festival, the first and the only bird festival in South Central Mindanao. This is the Baras Bird Sanctuary, home to tens of thousands of … [Read More...]
Ten Most Strikingly Beautiful Mosques in the Philippines
Definitely, the Philippines is home to breathtaking sites of worship. Proof to that are the four Baroque churches in the country which are recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. And if you roam around the country, … [Read More...]
MAGUINDANAO: It’s MagandaNOW
NATURE | CULTURE | HERITAGE | PEOPLE | FLAVORS These are some of the things that await you in the #ARMMazing Province of Maguindanao - all at their best. What used to be a laid back province in the Philippines is now … [Read More...]
CELEBRATE THE CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF MAGUINDANAO THROUGH INAUL FESTIVAL
For the very first time, the Province of Maguindanao in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will be celebrating the Inaul Festival, a festival honoring the Province and its people's identity and cultural heritage - … [Read More...]
DORONGAN FESTIVAL OF BANSALAN, DAVAO DEL SUR
Every Januray, the peace loving Municipality of Bansalan celebrates DORONGAN FESTIVAL. This festival is a thanksgiving celebration honoring the child Jesus known to the FIlipinos as Santo Niño. A Sinulog-based … [Read More...]
THE FLAVORS OF DAVAO’S BABABOY RESTAURANT
If you're into gastronomical trip in Davao City, one of my highly recommended places that you should check out is the BABABOY RESTAURANT which has a newly opened branch in the night market district of Davao City, the … [Read More...]
PILOT BEACH: Baganga’s Newest Beach Craze
Among the 11 municipalities of Davao Oriental sharing these untouched coasts, the Municipality of Baganga secretly possesses long beaches and lengthy coastline teeming mostly with captivating white sand shores. Secluded … [Read More...]
CARMEN CELEBRATES KAHAYAG FESTIVAL 2016
Indeed Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year as every city and town in the country celebrate the season with gladness, joy and much anticipation. This has been our tradition every year and we are known to have … [Read More...]
