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BioCamp relaunched to strengthen Tamaraw conservation on Mindoro island

Posted on October 28, 2025

Mindoro is a unique biogeographic region in the Philippines due to its isolation and diverse habitats, resulting in a high degree of endemism for its flora and fauna. Standing out among its wildlife is the Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis), an endemic dwarf water buffalo found only on the island. A natural heritage icon of the Philippines, it is the largest endemic land animal in the country. Unfortunately, this flagship species is categorized as Critically Endangered by the IUCN with wild populationsRead More→

5 Reasons Why I Love Birdwatching with the Celestron Trailseeker 8×42 Roof Binoculars

Posted on December 3, 2024

With 743 species recorded in the country thus far and a third of them found no where else in the world, the Philippines is without a doubt a birdwatcher’s paradise. Since I moved back to Manila last year, birding or birdwatching has become my way of getting my necessary dose of nature during my free time while living in the urban sprawl of the Philippine capital. A pair of quality binoculars – or “bins” for short – are essential toRead More→

The Funny Lion Puerto Princesa: Beautiful Beachfront Boutique Hotel

Posted on September 17, 2024

The number one hotel brand in Palawan, The Funny Lion, is now in Puerto Princesa City! The provincial capital serves as the main gateway to the Philippines’ Last Frontier. This hotel brand first opened in Coron in the northern part of the province, where I was fortunate to be one of the very first guests. The resort’s quirky name was inspired by the African animals on Calauit Island. Conveniently located only 15 minutes’ drive from the Puerto Princesa International Airport,Read More→

10 Awesome Things to Do in Tuba, Benguet: Gateway to Baguio City

Posted on June 10, 2024

Many may not have heard of Tuba, but the Benguet town serves as the gateway to one of the most popular destinations in the Philippines: Baguio City. Whether passing by Marcos Highway or Kennon Road from Manila, one drives through this large mountainous municipality before finally reaching the “City of Pines,” the country’s cool-weathered “summer capital” since it was established as an American hill station in the early 1900s.   While often overlooked for its famous neighbor, Tuba retains the oldRead More→

6 New Places to Eat & Drink in Coron, Palawan

Posted on January 12, 2024

Located in the northern Calamianes islands of Palawan, Coron is an idyllic tropical destination that lures travelers far and wide with its incredible seascape crowned with soaring karst cliffs. Coron Town on the Busuanga mainland is homebase for most visitors who venture to Coron Island and other smaller islands on day excursions for beach-hopping, snorkeling and scuba diving. With the growing popularity of the destination, the past decade has seen an economic boom with more and more dining establishments poppingRead More→

7 Great Reasons to Stay at Coron Natural Farms

Posted on January 7, 2024

Together with El Nido, Coron is one of the must-see destinations of northern Palawan in the Philippines, beguiling visitors with its island-hopping excursions amidst jaw-dropping karst seascapes. It’s no surprise that this idyllic tropical paradise always finds its way in travel magazines and influencer content! Over the New Year holiday, I spent my fourth visit to Coron with family visiting from the US, and extended my stay for four more days to explore places outside of the main town. IRead More→