Introduction When work gets crazy and Manila traffic starts to feel like an endless loop, there’s nothing like the promise of a tropical island to reset the soul. We’ve long been dreaming of Bantayan Island, a quiet gem off the northern coast of Cebu that boasts powder‑white sands, turquoise waters and a slow‑paced island life. […]
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Exploring Caramoan Island and Albay
Introduction Hey there, fellow lakwatseros and lakwatseras! Welcome to another blog entry of Lakwatsa ni Say, where I take you on an adventure to some of the most stunning and underrated spots in the Philippines. It’s been a while since I last shared my adventures here with you, and in case you missed it, you […]
Panay’s Best Kept Secrets: Discovering Antique and Capiz
Introduction Hey there, fellow lakwatseros and lakwatseras! How are you all doing? What places have you visited lately? I’m excited to hear all about your adventures, so feel free to share yours below. As for me, life has been busy lately, but I’m glad to be back in this space again. If you’ve missed my […]
Wrapping Up My Mindanao Escapade: A Sweet Conclusion
Introduction Hey there, fellow travelers! Whether you’re a loyal follower or a first-time visitor to my blog, I’m thrilled to have you here. I hope life has been treating you well. It’s been a bit of a journey getting to part 3 of my Mindanao adventure, but I promise it’s worth the wait! In case […]
Dumaguete-Valencia-Siquijor Trip
Introduction Hi, there! Welcome or welcome back to my blog! If you’re a seasoned adventurer or a newbie when it comes to travelling, don’t worry because I’m here to provide you with an itinerary if you ever find yourself wanting to visit this chill and relaxing city Dumaguete, as well as its sister island, Siquijor! […]
Wow, Mindanao! Celebrating my Birthday with Loved Ones
Introduction Hello there! Welcome to my blog. Today I’ll walk you through my adventure in Mindanao. Read on to find out more about this majestic place! Get To Know Mindanao Three main islands make up the Philippines. Luzon is the largest island group, Visayas is the smallest, and Mindanao is the second largest. Mindanao is […]
Discovering the uncharted Sambawan Island
Introduction Sambawan Island was initially part of our family’s Leyte tour last November 2019. Unfortunately, because of the bad weather, we decided to make the last-minute change from Sambawan Island to Kalanggaman Island, which was not a bad idea! For those who are new here on my site, welcome! To get you up to speed […]
Year End Celebration in El Nido Palawan
Introduction What better way to end the year than with a much-awaited trip with family and friends. Hey everyone, I’m Say, a travel enthusiast, and I created this blog to share with everyone tips and recommendations for places I’ve traveled to. To end my 2021 right, I went on a 4-day trip with my friends […]
Maniwaya Island Tour 2020
Come along with me as I show you the enticing beauty of MANIWAYA ISLAND, located in the province of Marinduque. Maniwaya Island is one of the province of Marinduque’s unknown gems hidden in the shadows. It takes less than an hour to arrive on the main island by boat. Along with the white sand beaches […]
Discovering the best of Leyte – Family Trip
“In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take” The Philippines has some of the world’s most breathtakingly beautiful destinations. Ever heard of the Kalanggaman Island? How about Limasawa? Join me as we explore beyond the usual attractions to explore one of the country’s most underappreciated destinations- Leyte. Hello, lakwatseras! I’m Say, a […]