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Why should you travel to the Philippines?

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The Philippines is an archipelago of nearly 7,107 islands in the Western Pacific Ocean that has made this country notable for its fine white sand beaches and clear turquoise blue water. When people think of this country, the first thing that comes to mind is islands or beaches which arguably true since many popular island or beaches are found in this country that even other nationalities visit the country just to witness this hidden treasure of the Philippines.  Boracay, Coron and Eli nido in and Siargao Island are the most popular islands in the Philippines, both locally and internationally. All of the islands I've mentioned are surely on the bucket lists of every Filipino and foreign traveler.   Image source:   https://theculturetrip.com/asia/philippines/articles/how-to-spend-48-hours-in-boracay/ This photo was taken by a blogger who was able to capture the stunning sunset view of Boracay Island. You'll notice how the sky color reflects in the calm water of the island. So don

Sarung Banggi Festival in Sto.Domingo, Albay

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Image source: https://lakwatserongirigenyo.travel.blog/2019/07/23/sitio-banago-a-hidden-paradise-in-sto-domingo-albay/ This municipality of Sto.Domingo Albay is the town where I grew up, and the locals here are known as  "Dominggenous."  The people in this town are nice and very hospitable because they always warmly welcome all visitors who come to town and make them feel comfortable. Despite its small size, Santo Domingo will not fail to impress you with its scenery because there are many attractions to visit here, and it is also well-known for its colorful and festive Sarung Banggi festival that is held during every  2nd week of May  . Image source: https://suroysuanoy.wordpress.com/category/luzon/ The town of Sto.Dominggo is the birthplace of "Sarung Banggi," a traditional Bicol love song written in 1910 by an illustrious son of Libog Potenciano Gregor io which is why the  Sarung Banggi festival is celebrated to commemorate the birth of the composer and when the

Bicol's Top 3 Mouthwatering Local Foods to Try

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  Visiting Bicol province will be a worthwhile trip or a good addition to your bucket list this year. Aside from the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes that the region offers to tourists, Bicol is also known for its fiery local cuisine, as we all know the region's residents enjoy spicy foods. Coconut tree, and spices like the “siling labuyo” are abundant in this region so it is unsurprising that this two are some of the key ingredients in many Bicolano delicacies. The siling labuyo is a small chili pepper that is hotter than the Thai chili.   Spices are used in every sort of cuisine in Bicol, especially desserts such as the famous Bicol Chili Ice cream. There is various local food that you can try in this region but here are the top 3 local dishes I have tried that I highly recommend you. Here are the top 3 Best Local Cuisines you should never missed out:   1.       Bicol Express:   ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Image source:  https://nutriasia.com/recipes/bicol-express/ Bicol express is one of