A birthday trip, a  celebration of love, a escape from the polluted city, a therapy from a traumatic experience, a relaxation for a pre-occupied mind – this is what our four-day trip to Puerto Princesa, Palawan means to me.

Day 1: City Tour

After a bountiful lunch at Balinsasayaw restaurant, we were picked at the hotel to see the Crocodile Farm, Iwahig Penal Colony and the Baker’s Hill.

At the Crocodile Farm we met, “Karakas” – the second largest crocodile seen in the Ph...

We had a chance to visit Playa Laiya and enjoy its wonderful environment and amenities during its Octoberfest.

Playa Laiya is in San Juan, Batangas – a mere 2.5-hour drive from Manila or an easy 1-hour drive from Lipa City, Batangas or San Pablo, Laguna.

The Relaxing Beach

Photo taken by Bryan Villamor

The Cabanas

Photo taken by Bryan Villamor

The C...