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Alona beach
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12 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals Near Alona Beach, Philippines

This photo was taken at Alona Beach. It was cloudy at the time this photo was ta...
Pangalo Island
Bohol 0

Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

This is from our Pangalo Island trip last 2017 and 2018. This particular phot is...
Balicasag Island in Pangalo
Bohol 0

Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

Here's a photo taken during our snorkelling activity at Balicasag Island in...
Entertainment Area
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Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

While chilling at the bar by the pool, try and check out the entertainment area ...
Al Fresco dining at Hayahay Square
Philippines 0

Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

While you are here in Camaya-an Paradise Beach Resort, check-out the city proper...
Foosball
Philippines 0

10 Best Beach Resorts Near Bais City, Philippines

I liked the entertainment area where we had fun playing billiards and my persona...
Hanging Bridge
Bohol 0

Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

I can say Bamboo Hanging Bridge is a fun experience especially if you happen to ...
Cable car
Bohol 0

Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

I have a fear of heights, so our cable car experience at Loboc Ecotourism Advent...
Chocolate hills
Bohol 0

Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

If you want to see the hills below, you can do the ATV and buggy ride activity i...
Alona beach
Bohol ×

This photo was taken at Alona Beach. It was cloudy at the time this photo was taken. However, on sunny days, expect a beautiful backdrop with blue skies!

- Maria Lucila Oracion
12 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals Near Alona Beach, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Pangalo Island Pangalo Island
Bohol ×

This is from our Pangalo Island trip last 2017 and 2018. This particular phot is from the Virgin Island during it's high tide, we were not able to witness the sandbar since we were from a snorkel trip from a different island. You can see how crystal clear the water is that you can't help but take a dip ☺️

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Balicasag Island in Pangalo
Bohol ×

Here's a photo taken during our snorkelling activity at Balicasag Island in Pangalo! 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Entertainment Area Bar by the pool
Philippines ×

While chilling at the bar by the pool, try and check out the entertainment area where you can play some billiards and foosball. I personally like playing the foosball. Additional tip, try it at night - it is more cooler and chilly.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Al Fresco dining at Hayahay Square
Philippines ×

While you are here in Camaya-an Paradise Beach Resort, check-out the city proper of Bayawan which is just 10 to 20 minutes away. I suggest you go to Bayawan Boulevard to chill and have some dinner at the Hayahay Square where there's a plenty of food choices available at the food stalls, from different types of skewers to seafood and chicken inasal and other Filipino food, and of course, Lechon (this is not available everyday). 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Foosball
Philippines ×

I liked the entertainment area where we had fun playing billiards and my personal favorite foosball. I personally liked going at night for the cool and chilly ambiance. 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
10 Best Beach Resorts Near Bais City, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Hanging Bridge
Bohol ×

I can say Bamboo Hanging Bridge is a fun experience especially if you happen to have some fear of heights like me! You get to overcome your fear (I think!) as you will be crossing it 2 times. There were 2 bridges. The reason, according to the people managing, is to avoid traffic, so you take the other bridge going back.  

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Cable car
Bohol ×

I have a fear of heights, so our cable car experience at Loboc Ecotourism Adventure Park was a challenge for me. There was a time in the middle of the ride that wind blew, and it made the cable wobble, making the experience more exciting and fun. While riding the cable car, you can also see the people in the Loboc River cruise below. I recommend you check out this place and try some of the adventure rides and activities they offer. You can also just hang out and stay at their pavilion/receiving area, where you can take great overlooking photos as it is located on a cliff. 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Chocolate hills Chocolate hills ATV ride
Bohol ×

If you want to see the hills below, you can do the ATV and buggy ride activity in Carmen, Bohol. If you are more of an adventurous person, I definitely recommend this activity. The route adds fun and excitement to your Chocolate Hills experience. Also, the guide knows where to take a great shot for your IG-worthy photos.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 30 Things To Do In Bohol, The Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

City Boulevard
Visayan Islands 0

10 Best Things To Do In Negros Island For The Versatile Traveler

Here’s one of my favorite Sunset photos taken from our City Boulevard. Our city ...
Salagdoong Beach
Siquijor 0

12 Best Things To Do In Siquijor, Philippines

These photos are from Salagdoong Beach on the beautiful island of Siquijor. I ca...
kite surfer
Boracay Island 0

Summer Is Forever: Top 10 Things To Do In Boracay

Another activity you can do is kite-surfing! Here's a pic I took of someone kite...
Tawo-Tawo Festival
Zambales Province 0

10 Popular Festivals In Zambales, Philippines

If you're around Negros Oriental, you can attend one of the colorful and li...
Tinagong Dagat
Visayan Islands 0

10 Best Things To Do In Negros Island For The Versatile Traveler

While in Sipalay City don't forget to visit the many resorts in the city. One ic...

A University Town: 10 Best Things To Do In Dumaguete City, Philippines

You can also rent a motorcycle to get you around the City. This is the most conv...
Dumaguete 0

10 Best Hotels In Dumaguete, Philippines

When staying in this hotel, don't forget to try dining at their restaurant Gabby...
Dumaguete 0

10 Best Hotels In Dumaguete, Philippines

This hotel is next to the historic Silliman University, a top-ranked university ...
Dumaguete 0

10 Best Hotels In Dumaguete, Philippines

The hotel is along the entertainment hub of Dumaguete, just across the Rizal Bou...
Dumaguete 0
Tinagong Dagat, Sipalay City
Philippines 0

4 Beaches In The Philippines Filipinos Want To Keep For Themselves

Try visiting this scenic resort in Sipalay City, the Tinagong Dagat, which trans...

A University Town: 10 Best Things To Do In Dumaguete City, Philippines

If your Apo Island trip happens to fall on a Wednesday, try to check-out the Mal...
Dumaguete 0
Foosball
Visayan Islands 0

Top 6 Dive Resorts In Dauin, Philippines

After your diving activities, try and check out their bar area and chill and hav...
City Boulevard City Boulevard
Visayan Islands ×

Here’s one of my favorite Sunset photos taken from our City Boulevard. Our city takes pride of our sunset as it’s been known to be one of best from our Province Negros Oriental.

The 2nd photo is with my nephew who loves going with me when I go and chase sunsets. ☺️

P.S. this is UNFILTERED by the way 😊

- Maria Lucila Oracion
10 Best Things To Do In Negros Island For The Versatile Traveler

#LocalExpertTip

Salagdoong Beach Salagdoong Beach
Siquijor ×

These photos are from Salagdoong Beach on the beautiful island of Siquijor. I can say this is one the best beaches in Siquijor, and your trip won’t be complete without this on your itinerary.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
12 Best Things To Do In Siquijor, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

kite surfer
Boracay Island ×

Another activity you can do is kite-surfing! Here's a pic I took of someone kite-surfing at Boracay island. 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Summer Is Forever: Top 10 Things To Do In Boracay

#LocalExpertTip

Tawo-Tawo Festival
Zambales Province ×

If you're around Negros Oriental, you can attend one of the colorful and lively festivals, the Tawo-Tawo Festival. Dancers danced to a lively drum beat on our city streets and ends with a final showdown at the end of street dancing. Participants are being judged in 2 category the Best in Street Dancing and Best in Showdown. There is also a contest of Higanteng Tawo-Tawo (Giant Scarecrow). The concept of the festival is celebrating bountiful harvest through parading the representations of farming like the carabao as well as the crows or maya birds which are one of the “enemies” of farmers especially during harvest season. In order to drive and scare them away the farmers invented the Tawo-Tawo which means person-person or person like, which we now know as Scarecrow.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
10 Popular Festivals In Zambales, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

Tinagong Dagat Footbridge
Visayan Islands ×

While in Sipalay City don't forget to visit the many resorts in the city. One iconic resort is the Tinagong Dagat, and the the wooden foot bridge is one picture perfect spot. Don't miss out to strike a pose for that IG worthy memory. I also like the fact that the resort is pet-friendly so don't leave your furbabies behind when you visit this resort.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
10 Best Things To Do In Negros Island For The Versatile Traveler

#LocalExpertTip

Tinagong Dagat, Sipalay City Footbridge
Philippines ×

Try visiting this scenic resort in Sipalay City, the Tinagong Dagat, which translates as Hidden Sea/Ocean. They're known for the wooden footbridge that is perfect for IG-worthy photos.

- Maria Lucila Oracion
4 Beaches In The Philippines Filipinos Want To Keep For Themselves

#LocalExpertTip

Foosball
Visayan Islands ×

After your diving activities, try and check out their bar area and chill and have some rounds of billiards and foosball, I had fun trying this one out. 

- Maria Lucila Oracion
Top 6 Dive Resorts In Dauin, Philippines

#LocalExpertTip

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18 Best Filipino Dishes You Must Try

Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

Top 10 Beach Resorts In Negros Oriental, Philippines

10 Best Beach Resorts Near Bais City, Philippines

10 Best Beach Resorts Near Bais City, Philippines

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