Why India Is My Favorite Country After the Philippines, of Course
After four extended
visits, each lasting nearly a month, it's fair to say that India has carved out
a space in my wanderlust. Friends often ask me why. Their curiosity is usually
marked with skepticism, sometimes even concern. “What do you like about India?”
they ask with bafflement. The question is often followed by a familiar refrain,
shaped by viral TikTok clips of dirty street food pantries: “Isn’t it dirty?”

A landmark that needs no introduction. "A teardrop on the cheek of time", wrote Rabindranath Tagore
5,000 Kilometers, Two Wheels, and a World of Discovery
How A Couple Went on a Philippine Loop Experiencing Local Culture
Motorcycle tourism remains
a relatively novel concept in the Philippines, despite the prevalence of
two-wheeled transport as a mainstay of daily life. Yet, for many, the notion of
long-distance motorcycle touring conjures images of large groups of riders
thundering through quiet provincial towns, engines roaring at 1,200cc, leaving
disruption in their wake.
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| Gelyka and Ramir |
On the Road in Palawan (Part 4): Spotlight on Aborlan: Palawan’s Overlooked Coastal Town
Voluntourism,
which mixes volunteering and tourism, is rapidly gaining popularity among
travelers eager to see the world while doing some good along the way. The
concept appeals to those who want to satisfy their wanderlust but also feel the
need to make a small difference, whether by teaching in far-flung schools,
helping with environmental projects, or assisting in community development
efforts.
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| The coconut lined road in Apurawan beach mirrors the famed coconut road in Siargao |




