Philippines Travel Tips, Ideas and Guides by The Poor Traveler

25 ROMBLON TOURIST SPOTS to Visit & Things to Do

Asta Alvarez — Tue, 06 May 2025 13:58:45 +0000

Part of the MIMAROPA Region, the idyllic province of Romblon is a hidden gem waiting to be uncovered by those seeking a quieter beach escape. While direct flights from Manila may be limited, the journey by ferry from Batangas Port or Port of Lucena adds a touch of adventure to the trip — and it’s

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BORACAY with Seniors and Kids: 8 Family Travel Tips

Mariah Cruz — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:01:22 +0000

The team just wrapped up another Boracay trip, and this time, we brought the whole family — aunts, uncles, cousins, and even senior citizens! It is easily one of the most family- and senior-friendly destinations in the Philippines. While it is a small island, it has relatively good infrastructure and plenty of transportation options. Most

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Top 10 Usual Tourist MISTAKES in BORACAY, Philippines

Mariah Cruz — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:57:42 +0000

Some people might say that Boracay is overrated. But if you ask us, this island remains to be one of the best destinations in the country, captivating travelers from all over the world. Its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking sunsets are still the perfect components of a tropical paradise. And aside from the

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25 ZAMBOANGA CITY Tourist Spots & Things to Do

Asta Alvarez — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:55:11 +0000

Whenever we’re asked what our favorite local destinations are, we always include Zamboanga City in the list. And almost always, we get a one-word follow-up question delivered with a lot of curiosity — “Why?” In my circle of friends, I can count with my fingers those who have set foot in this corner of Mindanao.

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7 Must-Try ZAMBOANGA CITY Restaurants & Food Spots

Yosh Dimen — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 11:29:51 +0000

When we say Zamboanga City is colorful, we’re not just referring to the color-blocked sail of the vinta or the rosy glow of Santa Cruz Grande Island’s Pink Beach. The vividness of Asia’s Latin City goes beyond what the eyes can see. Its intricate history as a settlement and kaleidoscopic mix of cultures are best

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2025 MANILA to CLARK to MANILA P2P BUS SCHEDULE (NAIA, Trinoma, Clark Airport)

Mariah Cruz — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 04:29:48 +0000

Great news! Genesis Transport has added more trips to their P2P bus schedules between Manila and Clark Airport. Genesis operates two P2P Clark routes: one originating and terminating at NAIA Terminal 3 and the other at TRINOMA Bus Terminal (behind Trinoma mall parking lot). The company appears to have dropped Ortigas Center, which used to

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13 Best Things to Do Near Manila & Clark Airport (Central Luzon Tourist Spots)

Mariah Cruz — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:21:14 +0000

For the longest time, whenever I craved a quick escape from Manila, I almost always headed south. Tagaytay for the atmosphere, Batangas for the beaches, Laguna for hot springs. When I want to go north, my mind immediately head straight to La Union or Baguio. It has been a well-worn routine. But recently, I realized

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ATOK, BENGUET’s 10 Best Tourist Spots & Things to Do

Asta Alvarez — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:25:33 +0000

For the longest time, it was rare to hear about side trips from Baguio or La Trinidad. Given the sheer number of Baguio tourist attractions that can easily fill any given traveler’s itinerary, it was difficult to imagine needing to go out in search for more places to visit. Along came Atok. This rustic town

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STILTS CALATAGAN Beach Resort Travel Guide with Itinerary & Budget

Asta Alvarez — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 19:00:08 +0000

When it comes to beaches in Batangas, Calatagan is always among our top choices. It has fair sand and shallow waters, and it’s not as crowded as other beach destinations in the province. We recently returned to Calatagan to find out what has changed since our last visit. In this article, we’ll focus on one

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BORACAY TRAVEL GUIDE with Requirements, Sample Itinerary & Budget

Yosh Dimen — Sun, 19 Nov 2023 16:31:58 +0000

Planning a trip to Boracay? Keep on reading because in this BORACAY TRAVEL GUIDE, you’ll find tips on where to stay, what tours to book, and how much to spend. We also included a sample itinerary, budget breakdown, usual prices, and more tips! Any conversation about tourism in the Philippines feels incomplete without at least

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Which is Better? BORACAY Island Hopping Tour vs Land Tour (E-Trike)

Yosh Dimen — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 15:16:09 +0000

Boracay may be small, but it is packed with attractions that tourists of all ages can enjoy. But not all visitors have enough time or money to experience them all. Sometimes, you’ll have to make a choice. One of the most common dilemma is picking between a Boracay island hopping tour (by boat) and a

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