Reviews

Vanyard Hotel: New Boutique Hotel Near Kalibo International Airport

Posted on November 10, 2023

Besides being the alternative gateway to world-famous Boracay Island, the provincial capital of Kalibo stands on its own with its lush and expansive mangrove park, exquisite piña (pineapple cloth) loom-weaving, and the annual Ati-Atihan Festival, held every third weekend of January in honor of the Santo Niño (Holy Child Jesus). Vanyard Hotel is the newest accommodation in town, housed in a four-storey building, only two kilometers away from Kalibo International Airport. The brand-new establishment, run by friendly and accommodating staffRead More

Santa Grand Signature Kuala Lumpur: New Hotel with Amazing Rooftop Views

Posted on October 1, 2023

One of the best hotels to stay when you revisit the Malaysian capital is Santa Grand Signature Kuala Lumpur, which opened its doors in December 2022. The sleek contemporary hotel is strategically located near Menara Kuala Lumpur (KL Tower), just a few minutes walk to Dang Wangi LRT Station, which connects you to the extensive train network of Kuala Lumpur and the rest of Peninsular Malaysia. I was hosted at this brand-new accommodation with other Indonesian influencers, while attending theRead More

G1 Lodge: Cozy and Beautiful Boutique Hotel in Baguio City

Posted on September 24, 2023

Baguio City, the pine-dotted hill station in the Cordilleras, has long been the quintessential escape for lowlanders including myself, whenever I’m based in Metro Manila. The cool-weathered city is conveniently linked by frequent buses from the capital. Tourists are drawn to the city’s public parks, cultural museums, indigenous crafts, and lively food scene. On my last visit last month, I got to stay at G1 Lodge Design Hotel, a relatively new boutique accommodation conveniently located at #2 Leonard Wood Rd,Read More

6 Great Reasons to Book a Premier Room at Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

Posted on July 6, 2023

Situated on a hillside overlooking Metro Cebu, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu is one of the most iconic hotels in Cebu City that’s popular with business and leisure travelers alike. It is located along the Cebu Transcentral Highway, linking Cebu City to Balamban. Lined with scenic cafes and restaurants, this mountain road offers a quick cool-weathered escape from the city. Last year, the 329-room hotel announced the completion of its renovation of 60 Premier category rooms and suites, which were completedRead More

Hop Inn Hotel Makati Avenue: Cheap Hotel in Poblacion, Makati City

Posted on June 26, 2023

If you’re looking for a cheap and comfortable hotel room in the Poblacion neighborhood, then Hop Inn Hotel Makati Avenue Manila is just the perfect accommodation for you! Poblacion – the historic center of Makati City – has become one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Metro Manila. Over the last decade, the side streets around P. Burgos Street and Kalayaan Avenue (which used to only attract foreign clientele with their girlie bars) have become hip and happening spots dotted withRead More

Villa Nueva B&B: Cozy Vacation Home in Tagaytay City, Cavite

Posted on May 27, 2023

Perched atop a ridge overlooking the picturesque landscape of Taal Lake and Volcano, the cool-weathered city of Tagaytay in Cavite province is one of the quintessential getaways from Metro Manila. It’s only a two-hour drive away from the capital. If you’re looking for a spacious vacation home to rent over a weekend — or longer — for family or a group of friends, I highly recommend Villa Nueva B&B, a two-bedroom vacation home tucked away in a quiet residential areaRead More

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Welcome to my website! I’m travel writer, photographer and online influencer Edgar Alan Zeta-Yap from the Philippines. Join me as I hike, dive, fly, eat and do pretty much anything in between across 7,641 islands and beyond. Need to reach me? Please write me an email.