With traffic that seemingly worsens everyday, many of us who live in the more central portions of Metro Manila like Makati City barely go to the south of the metro anymore. But with more and more new dining and shopping options cropping up down south, it’s worth going to for a weekend once in a Read More
Stay: Philippines
Hop Inn Aseana City Manila: New Budget Hotel Near the Airport
I was pleased to hear that the Erawan Group has recently opened its third hotel in the country, Hop Inn Hotel Aseana City Manila, which is just a few minutes away from the airport. And I was even happier (and honored) when they asked me to be one of their first guests. Here’s a review Read More
Seda Centrio: One of Cagayan De Oro’s Best Hotels
Although one of the Philippines’ major cities with shopping malls left-and-right, Cagayan de Oro unfortunately doesn’t have many good hotels; however, it does have Seda Centrio, which is regarded by locals and visitors alike as one of the best, if not the best, hotels in the city. On a recent visit, I had to make Read More
Bluewater Sumilon: 12 Reasons Why I Keep Coming Back
I’ve written reviews about Bluewater Sumilon twice already, so I wouldn’t be making one about our trip this year. Seeing that they are celebrating their 12th anniversary, I decided to come up with a list of the 12 reasons why, every year, I come back to my most favorite resort in Cebu. 1. Cuisine worth Read More
Jinjiang Inn Ortigas: Exceeded Expectations
As I write this review, I’ve already stayed twice here at Jinjiang Inn Ortigas, and I’m currently here for another three nights—clearly, I’ve grown fond of this hotel. In Metro Manila, great hotels are sadly hard to come by, but fortunately, there are gems like this that are accessible even to budget travelers. Jinjiang Inn Read More