Surfing in the most beautiful island in the world, aka Palawan

Tourists don’t think of El Nido as a surfing destination. They couldn’t be more wrong.

Lirio with the Gigantes Islands (Courtesy Elena Lirio)

Volunteering in one of the most beautiful places in the Philippines

Sitio Nabaye is an island community in northwestern Iloilo where locals enjoyed an abundance of white sand and sunshine, until Yolanda struck.

A group paints boats while on vacation. (Courtesy Lee de Veyra)

‘Volun-tourism’ — help rebuild Bantayan Island on your next vacation

Next time you travel, don’t just be a tourist.

No painting skills required. (Camille Banzon/ Pacifiqa)

Sip & Gogh lets you paint and drink like a pro

Sip & Gogh is the first and only studio in the country where guests are taught to paint over glasses of wine, beer, and cocktails.

Put your records on. (Courtesy Tres Kuleros/ Facebook)

Shop small Saturdays: Tres Kuleros Records & Dry Goods

When was the last time you visited a neighborhood record store?

James Pearson hanging on the edge of a rock (Screen capture via YouTube)

Find out what these French rock climbers did in El Nido

A handful of thrill seekers went to El Nido to make their Deep Water Soloing dreams come true. No harnesses or aids, just the thought of free falling into sea.

(Courtesy Taclob/ Facebook)

Taclob: Giving jobs to Yolanda survivors one bag at a time

Taclob is a project by Khumbmela/Yadu bags that aims to give jobs and livelihood to Yolanda survivors.

(Camille Banzon/ Pacifiqa)

Shop small Saturdays: Tea Fairy Cafe

Each Saturday, we’ll feature a small business trying to make it big. This week it’s an independent milk tea cafe that’s holding its own against the big boys.

Talipanan Beach, only a couple of hours away from Manila. (Camille Banzon/ Pacifiqa)

A tropical secret near Manila: Talipanan Beach

A beach near Manila, Talipanan has an almost poetic charm that’s made possible by waterfalls, romantic dining choices, rock formations and a peaceful vibe.

(Screen capture via http://youtu.be/qYTif9F188E)

This “Drinkable Book” can revolutionize access to clean water

Watch how a piece of paper can instantly make your water 99 percent safer to drink. And it costs less way less than a bottle of mineral water.

All aboard! (Camille Banzon/ Pacifiqa)

What it’s like to ride the Pasig River Ferry

We rode the Pasig River Ferry to test out its efficiency and practicality. Here’s what the experience was like.

The majestic Kalawaig River

Land of feeling: Summer Peace Festival 2014

Cagayan De Oros’ Summer Peace Festival was an experience the in jungle surrounded by music, peace, and good vibes.