Albay · Philippines · Travel Tales

Travel Tales: The elusive Mayon and the black sands of Bacacay

There was a light rain when we got to Daraga, Albay to see the Cagsawa ruins. I’d expected this, but it was still disappointing to find that the Mt. Mayon I always saw in postcards, encyclopedias, and my elementary textbooks was hiding behind thick clouds. Still hoping the sky will clear up, we had breakfast… Continue reading Travel Tales: The elusive Mayon and the black sands of Bacacay

Albay · Philippines · Sorsogon · Travel Tales

Travel Tales: Three Days in Albay and Sorsogon

As soon as sem break started and typhoon Ofel left the Philippine Area of Responsibility, we went ahead with a getaway that Edison, Czhar, Moore and I had planned over lunch during one of those stressful days in school. Joining us for the trip was Ace, Eds and Moore’s friend from college. We had an… Continue reading Travel Tales: Three Days in Albay and Sorsogon