Republic of Philippines

Viewpoint Homestay| Best place to stay in Banaue Philippines

Not choosing your accommodations in advance can sometimes lead to a lucky break. I found this out when I went off trek without a guide, and happily ended up finding a homestay that…
Ian Yacobucci

Scuba Diving| Muck diving in Dauin Philippines

I go muck diving for the first time and learn that muck diving is a lot more fun than it sounds. “What is muck diving?” I asked my friend Jenn when she told me about Dauin,…
Ian Yacobucci

Best Scuba Diving Philippines

Visit any resort in the Dumaguete area and you'll be able to rent your gear and book yourself dive outings. Ian finds a good one and offers a few suggestions about prepping for your…
Ian Yacobucci

Diving with whale sharks in the Philippines

Donsol is considered the best place to spot whale sharks in the Philippines, but only snorkeling is allowed. So Ian heads to Oslob, Cebu, where scuba diving is permitted, and he sees…
Ian Yacobucci

Philippines| Spectating a Cockfight in Valencia

Cockfights are a celebrated national pastime in the Philippines. I spent the afternoon in Valencia learning about the ins and outs of betting on a cockfight and walks away with a…
Ian Yacobucci