There are places we visit that leave a brief, fleeting impression, but then there are extraordinary spots that linger in our hearts long after we’ve departed. For me, one such place is the Marco Polo Hotel in Davao City. This hotel is not merely a landmark; it exudes a distinctive calmness and charm that draws …
We really do love spontaneous trips. Sometimes the best escapes begin with a quick idea, a small bag, and the feeling that we just need to get away for a night or two. This time, however, our little island escape went a bit wrong. Not because Talikud is not beautiful. It absolutely is. Talikud has …
If you’ve ever set foot in the Philippines, you might’ve felt a little jolt of culture shock—not for the usual reasons, but because this island nation feels so different from its Southeast Asian neighbors. After living here for more than 13 years, I sometimes have to remind myself that the Philippines is technically part of …