My Philippines adventure with 'my boys' Rick and Louis came to an end at Hong Kong airport where we parted ways. They returned to Amsterdam where a new chapter of their lives would await them (moving to the suburbs). I continued the travelling lifestyle and made my way to Bangkok, Thailand. I spent the night... Continue Reading →
In Siargao: Island Issues & Herd Mentality
On the day of our departure from cute-yet-over-hyped Siargao, it was Louis birthday, so the Birthday Boy, his husband Rick and I went for fancy lunch. After that we returned to the resort to pack our bags. Only the three of us would be leaving the island, the rest of the troupe would stay a... Continue Reading →
Siargao: Or How Not to Island Hop
In an attempt to submit myself to some travel conformity, I joined the troupe on a day trip that would take us past some 'must-see' attractions. I can't say I had a terrible time, yet I had preferred to have spent my time and money in different ways. The Tale of the Ripoff Island Hopping... Continue Reading →
Siargao: Mostly Surf & Hype
After having spent a lovely time in Bukidnon, Rick, Louis and I made our way to Siargao. Siargao is an island in the Eastern part of the province of Mindanao that has appeared sharply into focus on the tourist radar in recent years. Going from tourist desert to hip-and-happening travel destination, I think the... Continue Reading →
All in the Family Filipino Style
After spending winter in Europe, not quite according to plan, but not unpleasant nevertheless, I headed East for a fourth time in two years. With more money coming into the bank, I seem to have tempered the desire to set up base and reawakened the travel spirit once more. A Great Family Trip Exactly two... Continue Reading →