As an expat in the Philippines, one of my goals is to explore as much of this country as I possibly can before we leave. You see expat life is transient and one day we will be moving on. I like to share my travel stories with readers to encourage them to explore, step out of their comfort zone and become more familiar with the culture, the people and the land they are guests of.
Every felt like you found your paradise? I have…come along with me and let me introduce you to the Tuko Beach Resort on Occidental Mindoro. A secluded hideaway, a place to escape to.
We took a trip to the Central Markets in Quiapo – that’s old town. SB had a hankering to eat a deep fried day old baby chicken…thankfully we did not find any. We found heaps of other stuff though…
We were meant to go someplace on Adventure Saturday but ended up elsewhere. Ever had that happen to you? Sometimes though, the unexpected is often the best.
I was twitchy, we had to get out of town so we went back down to Laguna to visit the Seven Lakes of San Pablo. Okay, we only really saw 3 but it was a very awesome day and now I have stopped twitching…for now…
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the opening for ManilArt16, the biggest art show in Manila. It was like someone ripped the bandaid off and let me breathe again. It has been a long time since I inhabited the art world and it feels good to be back.
We just took a weekend off. Heading to Cagbalete Island, we went off the grid for a few days and it was lovely. Noodle-Bug came along for the adventure too. Now he is officially a Seadog.
Last weekend we needed to get out of the house but just stay local. We decided to visit The Pioneer Street Market, a gorgeous intimate space filled to the brim with healthy, organic and very tasty food stalls and produce. Check it out!
KILUS stands for ‘Kababaihang Iisa ang Layuning Umunlad ang Sambayanan’. This translates as ‘women united in one goal to promote/develop a better society. Isn’t that great. This is a foundation that creates livelihoods through a recycling program.
My friend asked me to show her my side of town. I was so excited to show off my two favourite places. UP Town Center and CommonRoom. Come along and see for yourself.
I took the children to Pililla Wind Farm. Quiet refuge complete with fresh air and a cool breeze. Lovely.
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