The Pinnacles, Western Australia

Standing in the desert on golden earth, the sun created shadows all around me. In the distance I could see a glowing strip of ocean, it looked like sunlight dancing off the water. If I reached out far enough I could swear my fingers were caressing the soft ocean waves. I lowered my arm and […]

SaltyBug’s Guide to Siquijor

Siquijor, island of mystical beauty. That is how it was described once, long ago and it’s true. Rolling green mountains, cascading waterfalls, and some of the friendliest people I’ve come across here in the Philippines.

Kawa Baths at El Patio Razon, Tanay

If you love the romanticism of the Kawa Bath but don’t want to travel so far to have one, don’t worry, you can visit El Patio Razon right here in Tanay. Enjoy your own hot bath overlooking the beautiful Sierra Madre Mountains. It really is a gorgeous day trip.

Olanguan Falls, Palawan

If you want to break up your drive in Palawan, be sure to check out Olanguan Falls. Lovely multi-tiered waterfalls that are an easy walk to find. Swim in the cool mountain waters, and relax in a bamboo cabana. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.

Modessa Island, Palawan

I think I have found it, I think I have actually found paradise. Pale turquoise water glistens like gemstones, it is perfectly calm and the sand soft like baby powder. This is heaven. This is Modessa Island.

SaltyBug’s Guide to Travel with Kids

Whether taking a road trip or catching a flight, travel with kids is always going to be interesting – in both a fun and exciting way, and also in an ‘OMG what have we done’ kind of way. From projectile vomiting all over the car and you, to constant whinging and whining, there will be a little something for everyone.

Hulugan Falls, Laguna

Hulugan Falls is by far our favourite waterfall in Laguna. The drive is a little long so leave early. Pack a picnic, your swimmers and be prepared for a short but reasonably challenging hike, and get down there. The kids loved it, managed the rocky climb with ease and now they keep asking to go back. You get to drink cool clean water straight off the mountain! Seriously why are you waiting?

Sicogon Island

I was going to name this post When Holidays Go Wrong part 2, but that isn’t entirely fair, it only sucked 3/4 of the time. You see, I got sick…really sick right before we left for the airport to visit Sicogon Island. Never Ever do I want to travel sick again…

Day Trippin’: Tinipak River & Mt Daraitan

Tinipak River is a really beautiful location to take a picnic and spend the day. It is also a really good destination if you have visiting friends or relatives. If you are after something a bit more challenging, the check out Mount Daraitan. This area showcases some of the Philippines natural beauty.

Tablas Island

Tablas Island is the largest island in the province of Romblon here in the Philippines, and another ‘waiting to be discovered’ jewel in this area. What you will find when you get there are white sand beaches with crystal clear turquoise waters. It is gorgeous.