Right along the commercialized main road of Sucat in Parañaque is an oasis not many know it’s there. Its facade is typical of Bio Research pet shops—you’d think the place is just one huge pet warehouse—but inside is a four-hectare garden of plants and animals.

I first heard of Lost Eden from my friend Jayvee, a fellow animal-lover. I honestly had a few reservations about going all the way to Parañaque to check out the place. Unlike him, I’m not an avid fish hobbyist (I prefer animals with fur, specifically dogs). But my husband Marc is. So together with our friend Juned (who also happens to be a huge fish fan like the two), we set forth on a day of nature tripping and pet shopping in the South’s hidden oasis. More…

Before the Caticlan airport opened, going to Boracay took a long time. Upon touchdown to Kalibo, one must take land transportation going to the Caticlan jetty port—which was usually more than an hour away. But smaller planes landing on Caticlan now makes it possible to get to Boracay sooner—15 to 20 minutes tops.

From the Caticlan airport, the jetty port is just less than 5 minutes away. Hotels and some guesthouses provide “airport transfers” which include the boat ride going to Boracay for a fee, though South East Asian Airlines (SEAIR) provide their passengers complimentary shuttle ride from the airport to the jetty port and a boat ride to Boracay Island. More…

Nope, I haven’t got a chance to board Etihad Airways (I rode the Philippines’ flagship carrier for my trips to Hongkong and Thailand). But I did, together with my husband Marc and a few other bloggers, had a chance to sample the airline’s world-class airplane food.

Last 6 February 2009, Etihad Airways (the flagship carrier of United Arab Emirates) launched it new premium class service called, “inspired service.” Closely overseen by the airline’s food and beverage managers, this premium service will offer a-ala-carte and kitchen menus (European and Arabic cuisine) to passengers and allow them to eat whenever they wish—just like a fine-dining restaurant. More…

I like theme parks. I like eating all those theme park junk food, winning myself a doll at the arcade, bringing home souvenirs, but most especially, I just love riding the Ferris Wheel. Maybe because my parents were iffy about letting me ride a humongous wheel, or maybe it’s because of the great feeling I get being so far from the ground. Either way, I’m not one to pass up a chance of an invite to Enchanted Kingdom.

Last Saturday, my husband Marc and I joined a few fellow food and travel bloggers for a day at Enchanted Kingdom in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. In collaboration with Elvis Presley Friendship Club Philippines International, the park paid tribute to the famous rock n’ roll star, Elvis Presley. More…

I‘ve never been picky when it comes to accommodations. My only requirement is that the bathroom is clean, especially the toilet and the sink.

When my husband and I went to Boracay last November for our second anniversary celebration, I had no idea where to stay. The first time we went to Boracay, our accommodations was sponsored by Microtel Inns and Suites. But since our second visit to the island was for our own personal enjoyment, we made sure that we arranged everything on our own. In panic, we placed reservations on the first “cheap” hotel we saw.

During our third visit to the resort island last December, we cannot help but regret our rash decision. We should have stayed at The Taj Guesthouse instead. More…