What to See and Do in Nagoya: Fascinating Museums
Aside from its cultural and religious spots, Nagoya has a number of fascinating museums, which are inexpensive ways to explore the city. For one full day, I checked out the most popular ones, and of...
View ArticleBluewater Panglao: A Luxurious Escape in Bohol
It was a few days shy before summer officially started, yet we were yearning for the beach already. Luckily, we had planned a trip to Bohol, and so we found ourselves booked for a luxurious escape at...
View ArticleSix Instagram-Worthy Spots to Check Out in Hong Kong
Although my feed is far from being “feed goals” on Instagram, I dish out my nicest travel photos to inspire my followers and friends to embark on more journeys. But I’m already running out of photos,...
View ArticleConrad Manila: A First Look
The Hilton brand may have left us for now (it’ll make a comeback as per reports), but Hilton Worldwide, in partnership with SM Hotels and Conventions, opened up another member of its luxury portfolio,...
View ArticleWhat to See and Do in Sapporo (PART 1)
Cosmopolitan and dynamic Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido Prefecture and fifth most populous city in Japan. With so much to see and do, it’s surely a travel destination in itself. I spent three days...
View ArticlePremier Hotel Tsubaki Sapporo: Great Rooms, Excellent Service
In my three days in Sapporo, Hokkaido, I had the pleasure of staying at Premier Hotel Tsubaki Sapporo, a five-star property that boasts of 322 guestrooms, as well as six restaurants and bars. Aside...
View Articleibis Saigon South: Affordable Rooms, International Standards
Since we had a packed schedule in Ho Chi Minh, we wanted an affordably-priced hotel of international standards that would serve as our base. We chose ibis Saigon South, which despite being a little...
View ArticleHotelQuickly: Now All Over Japan!
Last February, I received news that HotelQuickly has acquired Tonight, a similar last-minute hotel booking app, and launched in Japan. After my trip to Sapporo, I had to stay in Nagoya for a night;...
View ArticleWhat Is It Like to Fly with Jetstar Japan?
As I was boarding my flight from Nagoya, a friend tweeted me asking me what it’s like to fly with Jetstar Japan. She told me that she'd considered booking a flight with the airline but didn’t, since...
View ArticleHoliday Inn Resort Penang: A Nice Beach Escape in Batu Ferringhi
I’ve been to Penang a few times, and I’ve always stayed in Georgetown, since after all, that’s the center of the island and that’s where the places I wanted to go are. But for a change, I decided to...
View ArticleLe Méridien Saigon: An Excellent Addition to Ho Chi Minh
What I like about Saigon is its abundance of lodging options—from backpacker inns to top-end hotels, travelers are spoilt for choice. Among those opened recently is Le Méridien Saigon, which with its...
View ArticleTwo Productions to Check Out in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya
Two new productions, Mud the Musical and Fantasy Rainforest, have recently opened up, adding to the already long list of must-dos in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. Colorful and well-choreographed, both...
View ArticleDubai International Hotel: A Layover Well-Spent
Between my flights from Hong Kong to Dubai then onward to Amsterdam, I had an overnight layover to be spent at Dubai International Airport. Instead of spending the night on a lounge chair, I decided to...
View ArticleCourtyard by Marriott Stockholm Kungsholmen: A Refreshing Stay
With only three full days to spend in Stockholm, our itinerary in the Swedish capital was rather packed. The good thing was that we started each day refreshed because of the comfortable rooms and hefty...
View ArticleMagic of the Night 2016: When Putrajaya Lights Up
Magic of the Night, organized by Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia (MOTAC), is an annual event where states and territories within Malaysia are each represented by brightly-lit boat....
View ArticleTake the Road to Gurgaon, India at Hyatt City of Dreams Manila
A suburb of India’s capital New Delhi, Gurgaon is a bustling metropolis of skyscrapers and high-end shopping—a city of two million people that, as some say, grows way faster than it could keep up. Yet...
View ArticleSheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel: Exceeded Expectations
Having slept in hotels that have impressed us us with their youthful vibe and contemporary aesthetic, we honestly didn’t quite look forward to staying at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur. But on the days...
View ArticleFive 4-Star Hotels in Cameron Highlands to Check Out
Wondering where to go for the next holiday? Why not put Cameron Highlands in Pahang, Malaysia in your plans? Its dense greenery, cool climate, intriguing British-Chinese influence, and picturesque...
View ArticleMicrotel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa: Outstanding Service
Monsoon season was getting into full swing as I went to Puerto Princesa, Palawan; hence, the weather was unfavorable most parts of the weekend. That made me cancel most of my plans. The good thing was...
View ArticleMTV Music Evolution Manila ‘16: Pop Takes Center Stage
MTV Music Evolution Manila ‘16, one of the biggest music events in the country this year, wasfor the books. The epic night saw a bunch of talented artists unleash pop energy to tens of thousands of...
View ArticleFrench Food Takes the Spotlight at Novotel Manila Araneta Center
This July 2016, French food takes the spotlight at Food Exchange Manila of Novotel Manila Araneta Center. In commemoration of Bastille Day or the French National Day, the restaurant will feature a...
View ArticleNovotel Manila Araneta Center: Check Out Its Premier Lounge
Novotel Manila Araneta Center, which to us is one of the finest hotels in the country, is elevating the stay experience of its guests further with the opening of its Premier Lounge. Since we stayed in...
View ArticleAccorHotels Acquires Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissotel
Exciting news arrived in my inbox yesterday. FRHI Hotels & Resorts, which is behind the luxury brands Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissotel, has been officially acquired by AccorHotels Group:Following...
View ArticleWhat to See and Do in Sapporo (PART 2)
For three days, I went to see and do (almost) everything Sapporo has to offer. Here is the second installment of the places I went to in the capital of Hokkaido Prefecture. Read more…SUSUKINOSusukino,...
View ArticleThe Road to Gurgaon, India at the Hyatt City of Dreams Manila
India remains to be among the destinations I dream of going to, but getting there takes at least two flights, almost ten hours of flying, a visa, and lots of planning. Exploring India may not be a part...
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