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Stories, places and simple ways to feel good in the Philippines.
30 Days in the Philippines Without Racing From Island to Island
Thirty days is a long trip, and it is still not enough to see the whole Philippines. If you try,...
How to Ride a Jeepney in Manila: My First Trip to Intramuros
I wanted to go from Robinsons Manila, at Pedro Gil corner Adriatico Streets in Ermita, to the José...
Languages of the Philippines: A Traveller’s Guide
The Philippines has many languages, regional varieties and dialects. But the hundred-plus figure...
20 Useful Tagalog Phrases to Survive
You do not need perfect Tagalog to enjoy the Philippines. Start with a few words you can actually...
How to Eat Healthy in the Philippines
New village, new menu, and absolutely no idea what to order. Sound familiar? When you keep moving...
Running Somewhere New in the Philippines
There's a special kind of joy in lacing up your shoes in a place you've never been. No map, no...
Three Ways to Stay Fit in the Philippines
In the Philippines, staying active can be part of the journey. You do not need a gym or a strict...
Feeling wellness in the Philippines
I wake early, before the day has fully begun. Somewhere nearby, roosters call out across the quiet...
How Slow Travel Changed Me
The sun was slowly setting over Port Barton, turning the light into warm shades of gold, ochre and...