Soaking in the Colors of Zamboanga

Soaking in the Colors of Zamboanga

From hand-loomed fabrics to a pink beach, Zamboanga is a beautiful experience.

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Up, Up and Away Over Ancient Thebes

Up, Up and Away Over Ancient Thebes

A balloon tour of the Theban Necropolis is to die for.

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Brussels, It Sprouts on You

Brussels, It Sprouts on You

For the record, Brussels isn’t a mini version of Paris. It has its own cool.

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Look, Stranger, on this Island Now

Look, Stranger, on this Island Now

NVM Gonzalez’s beloved island of Romblon bids for recognition in the 21st century.

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Letter from Balesin

Letter from Balesin

Where “Balesinners” indulge their taste buds and other senses.

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Coron, Once Is Not Enough

Coron, Once Is Not Enough

An unvarnished account of an enjoyable island vacation.

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Japan: A Thoughtful Travelogue

Japan: A Thoughtful Travelogue

A visit to Japan brings delight, but it also triggers reflections on a bitter past.

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Boracay in Rehab

Boracay in Rehab

There has been progress in the rehabilitation of Boracay, but there is still some work to do.

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Destination Peru

Destination Peru

To take a “breather” try Cusco, Peru.

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A Passage to India, 2019

A Passage to India, 2019

A visit to the land of the extravagant maharajahs and rahnis, their fabled palaces, the other land of “call centers” and Bollywood (although Mumbai was not on the itinerary). 

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