Just around the corner from the lively energy of Tomas Morato Avenue, Scout Gandia Street offers a noticeably calmer setting. It makes an ideal spot for Tribute Hotel, a fresh weekend hideaway built on grounds tied directly to Quezon City’s early days. The property occupies the former home of Don Tomas Morato, the city’s founding mayor. Designed as a tribute to his memory through a partnership with his family, the hotel combines historical nods with modern city living. Person

For years, Mandaue City was known primarily as a center of industry and infrastructure. Warehouses, manufacturing hubs, and commercial developments shaped much of its identity, serving as one of Metro Cebu's economic engines. Today, however, another story is taking shape. A new generation of spaces is redefining how people experience the city. Creative communities are finding permanent homes, independent businesses are preserving local stories, and lifestyle destinations are

CALATRAVA, Romblon — Travelers looking for an affordable yet refreshing summer getaway may find a promising option in Calatrava, an emerging destination on the northern coast of Tablas Island. KAJUANDER/Facebook (Lapus-lapus Beach) Known for its unspoiled beaches, rich culture, and laid-back island atmosphere, Calatrava is positioning itself as a practical choice for tourists seeking value without compromising experience. Mayor Robert Bong Fabella said the town offers an alte

This quaint municipality is brimming with scenic spots worth discovering. Text and photos by Ruby Asoy-Lebajo The team at Qalmara Private Rest House Tanay Rizal It is always fascinating how photographs ‘preserve’ the beauty of someone or something. The captured moment is immortalized, and every time we see these pictures we relive the moment. I have been very impressed lately with Tanay and fortunate to have captured the beauty and hidden gems of this first-class municipali

5 Tips on How to Have a Perfect Date at Enchanted Kingdom Out of town date trips are not overrated, and so is a date at Enchanted Kingdom! Give your date a twist and spend one magical (and romantic!) day at the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines. Here are some tips: If you’re wondering where you’ll get the opportunity to hold their hand, let me tell you this: take them on a thrilling adventure! Space Shuttle, EKstreme Tower, Anchor’s Away, and more will

With its vast fresh water supply, lush vegetation and soon-to-open theme park, Carmen is set to be the top weekend getaway in Cebu Mayor Martin Gerard Villamor has fulfilled his vision for the town of Carmen, Cebu. Composed of 21 barangays the town’s assets lie on its forests teeming with springs that support the endangered bare back fruit bats, nocturnal cats and other flora and fauna. Now on his last term and eight year in office, Villamor realized that he can’t do everythi

A big swing to golf greatness at the world-class golf course at Mountain Lake By the time we entered the complex, we sensed an indescribable aura, plus the fact that there was a heavy downpour with strong gusts of wind, it drove us to ask: “What is Mountain Lake Resort?” To satiate our curiosity, the Experience Travel and Living team sat down with David Du, Vice President for Operations of Mountain Lake Resort to tell us more. A scenic view to quench your soul's thirst for pe

The rise of budget traveling has everyone hopping off from one exciting destination on their bucket lists to the next. This upward trend in tourism is largely thanks to the advent of budget airlines offering wildly affordable vacation opportunities for more people both locally and abroad. Hotels are of course quick to adapt to the steadily growing demand for accommodations in central locales; close to all the sights, sounds, action and adventure a first-time visitor will enjo