Author: Abigail Javellana

2018 Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival Guide!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines, Awesome Festivals

The municipality of Lubao, Pampanga is home to the annual Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival event. Now on its 5th year, #LubaoIBMF2018 is set to continue on with its trademark summer experience that’s perfect for family and friends. Happening on March 23 – 25, 2018 at Pradera Verde, festival goers can expect a total … Continue reading 2018 Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival Guide!

TAIWAN LANTERN FESTIVAL: Taiwan’s Largest Dazzling Dreamland!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Travel, Taiwan

Every 15th day of the first lunar month, thousands of people from Taiwan and around the world come together with a grand destination in mind– the 2018 Taiwan Lantern Festival, a dazzling dreamland adorned with thousands of colorful illuminated displays, transforming over 50 acres of Chiayi County Hall into an explosion of lights and colors. Every … Continue reading TAIWAN LANTERN FESTIVAL: Taiwan’s Largest Dazzling Dreamland!

Sustainable Seafood Week 2018: Restaurants and Hotels Join Together In Saving The Seas!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Events, Manila Life

The future of our oceans is at stake, and it will take everyone working together to reverse the tide. The Sustainable Seafood Week is a celebration of food and a venue for sharing the best practices in sustainable fisheries by various stakeholders. Where establishments come together on an open and dynamic platform, to discuss the … Continue reading Sustainable Seafood Week 2018: Restaurants and Hotels Join Together In Saving The Seas!

PALAWAN GUIDE 2018: Coron, El Nido, Taytay, Puerto Princesa!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines, Palawan

Have you been to the best Island in the World? With pictures like these, you can easily see why Palawan’s a destination on everyone’s bucket list, that’s home to clear aquamarine water, breathtaking limestone cliffs, secret lagoons, unspoilt coral reefs and the world’s longest underground river. Team OAP has come up with exciting activities and … Continue reading PALAWAN GUIDE 2018: Coron, El Nido, Taytay, Puerto Princesa!

RGIES DELICACIES: Arguably Iloilo’s Favorite Butterscotch Pasalubong!?

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines, Iloilo

RGies butterscotch- why this soft moist and chewy treat  a favorite pasalubong item from Iloilo? Growing up in Bacolod, I’m very fond of eating butterscotch from the neighboring city Iloilo. There are two brands I swear by, and that’s Biscocho Haus and RGie’s. Usually, you’d only get cashew’s in your butterscotch, but RGies was the … Continue reading RGIES DELICACIES: Arguably Iloilo’s Favorite Butterscotch Pasalubong!?

GRAND XING IMPERIAL HOTEL: Affordable Premium Hotel in Iloilo City!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Hotels, #Philippines, Iloilo

Iloilo City is known for its rich cultural history, art, historic churches, old mansions, picture-perfect countryside, mouthwatering seafood, and the famed Dinagyang Festival. All of these makes it a remarkable destination in Western Visayas. With the gradual rise in business and economy in the Manduriao district, the owners of Grand Xing Imperial Hotel had a … Continue reading GRAND XING IMPERIAL HOTEL: Affordable Premium Hotel in Iloilo City!

Camp Ngey Ngey Experience by Tao Expedition

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Philippines, Palawan

Related Blog Post: TAO EXPEDITION: How @TaoPhilippines Ruined the Island Hopping Experience Anywhere Else (A Review) Are you an adventurous spirit searching for the warm breeze of the sea? Go completely off-the-grid at this secluded beach hideaway! If you’ve heard of Tao Expedition, Camp Ngey Ngey offers the same Tao experience but set on the remote … Continue reading Camp Ngey Ngey Experience by Tao Expedition

CUBA LIBRE: Is Manila Ready for Cuban Cuisine? (First Look)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Restaurants

CUBA LIBRE is a Cuban restaurant where customers feel as though they are eating home-cooked meals that you can find in Grandma’s kitchen. Bringing in food that is celebratory, homecooked and accessible to the Philippines in a cantina style setting. Both Cuba and the Philippines were colonies of Spain at the same time, so it’s … Continue reading CUBA LIBRE: Is Manila Ready for Cuban Cuisine? (First Look)

A Funny Lion Coron Adventure! (Is your Coron experience like this?)

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: #Hotels, #Philippines, Palawan

Coron, Palawan is no stranger to every Filipino’s bucket list. Many Pinoys have never even been to Palawan, but they’ll definitely agree that Coron is one of the most beautiful places in the Philippines. Having been blessed with precious beaches, limestone cliffs, freshwater lakes, and spectacular diving spots filled with WWII sunken warships, Coron offers … Continue reading A Funny Lion Coron Adventure! (Is your Coron experience like this?)

VALENTINE’S 2018 Manila: Fancy Date Dinners & Ideas!

By Abigail Javellana
Topics: Manila Life

As the whole world celebrates love this Valentine’s Day. Bring the season of love to greater heights with our list of Valentines’ hotel packages happening around the metro. Woo your date with a romantic rooftop dinner, staycation, spa day or even a grand view of the pryro musical & fountain shows.