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The Diving Bug

28. May 2007

That’s me coughing in the background. Apparently, you had to swallow your saliva to keep your airway moist. Apparently, I wasn’t listening during that part of the lecture. They say once you’ve been bitten by the diving bug, you’re hooked. I’ve been bitten, but still think I need another bite before I commit.

Dreamy Bohol

25. May 2007

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Just like Boracay, only cleaner and more tranquil. More things to see too. After much preparation and anticipation, our Bohol expedition finally happened. It would be my second trip to the island. The first one was when a few Ateneo buddies decided to do a Southern semestral break swing. That was a complete disaster as [...]

Puerto Galera

6. March 2007

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Ninakaw galing kay yugatech. Weekend warriors all: Rico, Sasha, Abe, Jayvee, Aileen, the Sharmskee and friends. Sometimes it’s not about where you’re headed but who you’re sharing the ride with. Spending 40+ offline hours with these people is always a joy. Thanks for the words of encouragement and the trust. Sayang lang binetray nyo trust ko dahil [...]

Whitewater Rafting in Davao

28. August 2006

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As promised, some action shots of our Davao whitewater adventure.

Davao Daze

25. July 2006

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(from right to left) the Sharmskee, Richard (our guide), Earl the Pearl Calma, me and Cotabato Dick. Just came back from a 3 nighter in Davao. Twas my first time to Durian Country and wow I never thought the Sharmskee and I would have such a grand time in Davao City. Earl Calma, a good friend [...]

Karting at SpeedZone

15. October 2005

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When some friends invited me to go karting at Speedzone a few weeks back, visions of NFS and Gran Turismo started playing in my head. When we actually got to go racing, it’s then that you realize how hard racing really is. But the adrenaline rush was weeeeeeelllll worth it Getting my need for speed [...]

Queer Weekend for the Straight Guy

1. June 2005

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A weekend in Pansol (yawn) need not be boring. Solution? Bring your own Fab Five. I especially like this underwater photo courtesy of Bryan. Sa uulitin FG!

Welcome to the Philippine Travel Blog

26. May 2005

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Welcome to the Philippine Travel Blog - Covering the Best of the Philippines One Blog Post at a Time! I was looking for information about a certain travel destination in the Philippines but grew tired of getting the same commercial information day in and day out. I wanted to see real travel reviews from real bakasyonistas. I [...]

Where to Next?

16. May 2005

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Note to self: visit Caramoan, Capones Island and Punta Bulata this year. And if resources permit: Sagada, Polilio, Pagudpod, Vigan and Pamalican. The Philippines is really one beautiful country.

Is Tiger Airways For Real?

5. May 2005

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If you’re looking for a hotel in Singapore, be smart. Find the best deal, compare prices and read what other travelers have to say about the hotels in Singapore. I’ve read the earlier emails about Tiger Airways’ budget trips from Clark to Singapore but the Tiger Airways’ website is deceptively clever in putting all the hidden [...]