Malapascua Island is one of the most memorable island destinations in Cebu, especially for travelers who want something more purposeful than a normal beach vacation. Many people know it because of thresher shark diving, but the island is also worth visiting for slow travel, snorkeling, quiet beach walks, local food, and simple island life. Located in Daanbantayan, Cebu, Malapascua sits off the northern tip of Cebu Island. It is not as easy to … [Read more...]
Why Corregidor Island Deserves a Place in a Deeper Manila and Philippine Travel Itinerary
When people plan trips around Manila, the usual focus tends to fall on the obvious city landmarks, quick food stops, shopping districts, or short day tours. That makes sense. Metro Manila is dense, chaotic, layered, and full of places that can fill a packed itinerary. But if travelers only stay inside the usual urban loop, they often miss one of the most meaningful destinations connected to the wider story of Manila Bay and Philippine history: … [Read more...]
Island Hopping from Aruba: A Guide to Visiting the ABC Islands
The ABC Islands might sound like a preschool lesson, but Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao serve up three distinct flavors of Caribbean charm. While most travelers park themselves on Aruba's famous beaches, those in the know hop between these Dutch Caribbean siblings for a triple scoop of island adventure. Just don’t forget to apply for your Aruba ED Card before you set off—it’s as easy as ABC! Getting Between the ABCs First things first, island … [Read more...]
Following a Prominent Boxer, Sports Travel
I had never followed any boxers or the sport before until many years ago when a friend told me about an up an coming young boxer named Andre Ward - who had taken a gold medal in the 1996 Olympics. My friend had already been following his fledgling career for several years and casually mentioned to me one day if I would like to attend a fight. We drove up to San Jose for one of Andre's early professional bouts - the crowd was small but … [Read more...]