Whatever the origin of “Cagayan” might be, one thing is certain: the “de oro” part is true. Cagayan de Oro is certified gold!

Banchetto, Italian for "feast," has been abuzz among the foodies of the Metro as a must-visit for the adventurous and the thrifty. Originally organized for the loads of call center workers in the area, Banchetto is a night market held on the streets of Emerald Avenue in Ortigas, which is closed down from vehicular traffic, for the duration of the event.

What first comes to mind when you think of China? One image that probably doesn't come to mind, or at least right away, includes beautiful beaches, palm trees, and baby blue water.

Korea’s endorsement of the freeze-dry burial method, alongside Japan’s adherence and fervent celebration of Obon, topped off by Hong Kong’s virtual cemetery.

As tasty as the dishes may be, foreign guests have started deciding for themselves that Chinese food might just be "a little too oily to be healthy."

So this was going to be it; a pack of smokes, the view of Paoay Church and my long overdue pig's blood pizza.

Treasure hunter Luc Heymans withstood 22,000 dives to bring the biggest treasure haul to have ever been found in Asia to dry land.

Made famous by her extravagant lifestyle & her shoe collection of over 3,000 pairs, Imelda Marcos, wife of former Philippine Pres. Ferdinand Marcos, is once again making waves as her jewelry collection will be displayed for the first time since it was seized in 1986.

Surf’s up at Majestics Beach Resort with barrels, “cobra” swells from both sides, and a silent but deadly rip!

To get more mileage on your hard-earned money, here is a list that highlights low-cost carrier services and a few more tips to really budget your travels and still have fun at it.

Getting lost in Japan has never been more fun flying solo!

We are going miles to prove that the average Filipino young professional has little excuse to say "No, I can’t travel."

hink the streets. Think urban. Think board sports; skateboarding, wakeboarding and surfing. Think sporty and messy. Think stylish and chic. Think young. Think yuppie. Think the swagger of a ruffian hitting back alleys and country clubs. Think nouveau retro.

The Royal Belum Forest Reserve is a 300,000 hectares of pristine nature. The entire forest envelops part of Malaysia's northern boarder to Thailand. Its size estimated at four times that of Singapore. Today out of its immense area, close to 117,500 hectares of the Belum Rainforest has been converted into a state park known as the Royal Belum. Stretching from upper to lower Belum, including the Temengor Lake and Forest Reserve, the expanse of the territory is second only to the Taman Negara National Park, the biggest untouched rain forest in Peninsular Malaysia. Home to a wide array of flora and fauna, Royal Belum is a treasure trove of hidden wonders that attract scientists, adventure seekers and tourists alike.

e are going miles to prove that the average Filipino young professional has little excuse to say “No, I can’t travel.” There are a lot of extended weekends and extended holidays in a Philippine Year, a target of one postcard destination in 365 days is very, very realistic, if not an underachievement.