Gone are the days when a trip to the world famed island, Boracay, is as easy as clicking a Piso Fare promo ad. After the rehabilitation and redevelopment of the area in 2018, when some activities were restricted and permanently stopped, and now during this COVID-19 pandemic, when health protocols are being implemented, I must say that a lot has changed in the way we experience Boracay. But , I guess, it is safe to say that these changes are needed to achieve a sustainable tourism and to preserve the beauty of Boracay we are all blessed. Perhaps, I can consider myself lucky, 'coz I was able to witness and experience Boracay before and after these lifechanging events. So maybe it will be good to lay down the 9 things we miss about Boracay: 1. White Beach: First on the list, Boracay's white sand beach. Who would not want to feel those fine sand touching your toes while you're having a peaceful and quiet morning walk. Definitely, this 4km stretch of white sand beach is the to

View from God the Father Shrine I really think that Aklan is such an underrated destination. Why? ‘coz a lot of people have the notion that Aklan is just Boracay: no more and no less. Whereas, Kalibo — the province’s capital—became a mere gateway to the world-famous beach.  Yet, with my frequent travels in the said island. I was lucky enough to explore a lot of hidden tourist spots that is just waiting to be discovered.  Whether you are heading to Boracay for a Valentine quick escape or planning to join the festivities of Atiatihan, these places must be included in your itinerary.  The tree for banig making 1. Laserna Cold Springs: With Aklan’s mountainous area, it is no doubt that there are waterfalls and springs hiding somewhere.   In my previous trip last November, I got to see one of the waterfalls at Barangay Laserna, in the Municipality of Nabas.   I really enjoyed walking toward the spring since you’ll get to pass by some native trees y

Christ the Redeemer Shrine in Misamis Occidental Holy Week is just around the corner and a lot of Filipinos are anticipating this season to have a quick escapade to the beach and get some refreshing dip in the sea while achieving a glowing tan skin.   But for us Catholics, this week is more than just a holiday to take a break.’ Tis the time to reflect and commemorate the sacrifice and sufferings of Jesus Christ for mankind.   As such, there are some Holy Week practices and tradition that people do to manifest their penitence this season such as walking long kilometers barefooted under the scorching heat of the sun and doing Visita Iglesia wherein you visit 7 churches to pray.   With all the family trips, solo travels, blogger escapades, and fieldworks I did for almost a decade, I was inspired to make this list of shrines you can consider visiting this Holy Week.   And yeah, giving you 7 places from around the Philippines. It’s like having a nationwide edition of Visita