Selfie Sunday : RV Escatron of Looney Planet

RV is one of the best story-tellers out there. His blog, Looney Planet, chronicles his travel adventures and misadventures within the Philippines and around the world. He has the gab of making you feel that you are part of his journey... to be constantly amazed at his new experiences, to learn about new culture, to laugh at his antics and to hold your breath on his misadventures.

Travel Tips : Ask Travel Bloggers

In other words... suck it up! Almost every major place has bloggers who are obsessed with what's new and great in their own place or their favorite places, particularly in regard to where to go and what to eat.

Just search Google to find bloggers in wherever you intend to visit. They're a phenomenal resource so don't just read what they're writing, comment and ask questions or better yet contact them for personal recommendations. 

The more specific your request — and the more you flatter them for their insight and wit — the more likely you'll be to pique their interest and get a response. However, just make sure that you read their articles first before asking questions because it is a bit annoying to ask questions that are already specified in the article itself.

Happy Birthday!

Another year gained... another year to look forward too!  Thank you for all your birthday greetings!

Selfie Sunday : Neil The Wanderer

Neil with the Little Mermaid

How awesome it is to live the dream. Neil used to dream of traveling to far away places, to explore other cultures and test his limits in traveling. And now, having traveled the four corners of the world, he has lived and still living the dream. Neil describes himself as a traveler, wanderer, adventurer, explorer and an adrenaline junkie. The travel bug has bitten him in his early 20's and despite the increasing limitations, he still push through with his travel adventures.

Cebu : Sunset at Moalboal's White Beach

Golden Sunset at Moalboal

One of life's great pleasures is witnessing the sunset. It's symbolical to some as it represents a gift from heaven allowing us to witness the end of the day with a promise of another one the next day. It's also magical to some because no sunset is identical for there will always be variations of clouds, colors, foregrounds and other unexpected things that may show anytime. It's also a blessing to most because it provides us a spectacular show that will soothe us the rest of the day.

Selfie Sunday : Sarah of TravelOsio

Sarah and Big Ben

For those skeptics who still believe that work and travel can't be fraternized, then learn from Sarah, the blogger behind Travelosio - Travelogues of a Pinay Wanderess. Sarah has a regular 9-5 corporate job as a Software Engineer but that doesn’t hold back her deep love for travel and discovery. She is currently contributing to the world by making programs to help humanity do everyday things easier.

Maguindanao : Finding Solace @ Tamontaka Lourdes Grotto

Grotto of Immaculate Mary

Somewhere in predominantly Muslim province of Maguindanao lies an oasis of tranquility and peace. It is where Christians and Muslim alike take refuge form oftentimes chaotic situation in the area. A place run by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, a Catholic religious congregation specializing in difficult missions, this place features the replica of the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in France, known to heal the sick and the troubled through its holy spring water.

Guide in Applying for a Philippine Passport

Need to to apply or renew your Philippine passport? To avoid hassle and to save time, these are the things you need to know. So just follow these simple steps and off to a travel you go.

Siargao : A Somber Journey

Siargao's Rugged Coastline

It isn't advisable to travel during typhoon, we all know the hazards it brings. But armed with caution, I have decided to roam around Siargao in a rented motorcycle. Afterall, it was my last full day in Siargao and I got bored playing pool in the resort and trading travel stories with foreign travelers there (a better excuse than telling you I have exhausted or running-out of English words to say. Quota na!)

Selfie Sunday : Isabela of I See Bela

The names Bela, Bella, Belle strike me as someone who is delicate, feminine and mysterious. Case in point, Bela Padilla, Belle of Beauty and the Beast and Bella Swan of Twilight (with the exception of course of Bela Flores). But it is no mystery that Isabela Mariano or "Bela" is all that and more... a scholarly chick with a sense of adventure.