My Amateur MMA Journey, Part 19: What to Expect from a First Boxing Class

Wondering what to expect from a boxing class in Manila? I'm going back to the basics to give a full rundown of my experience.

Celebrate Nature in Baguio: Panagbenga and Other Gems

Cool mountain air, lush greenery, strawberry fields, truckloads of fresh vegetables, and a flower festival that lasts for almost two months, all make Baguio a top destination for those who need a break from Metropolitan Manila.

Things to Do in Manila: Volunteer

Let's talk about three volunteering myths and how to effectively participate in making things better.

Things to Do in Manila: Renew Your Visa and Explore Intramuros

Make your visa renewal day more interesting by combining the trek up to the Bureau of Immigration with a trip into Philippine history and culture.

Things to Do in Manila: Condo Living

Looking back at 2018, my time has been divided between three continents. Now, for the time being, I've settled back into my old neighborhood and it's time to start a new series: Things to do in Manila.

The Stresses (and Joys) of Uprooting

Finding a new place to live is always stressful. Doing so in a different country during the most frenzied month of the year? All the more fun, of course.

6 Things to Love about Metropolitan Manila

From the thick, warm blanket of air that wraps it's welcoming arms around you when you first step out of the airport to the hospitable nature of its people, Manila sure knows how to give a warm welcome.

Things to Know About Couchsurfing

An Interview with my First Host Couchsurfing. Sure, I’ve heard the word before and known such a thing existed, but it wasn’t until about a month ago that I took a serious look at it. Although I no longer have a permanent home in the Philippines, I have been returning to the islands frequently and…

My Amateur MMA Journey, Part 12: Best of the Arts in Manila

It’s been almost a year and a half since I first stepped into a boxing gym for my first lesson. After about six months of that, I tried my hand (and foot, knee, elbow) at Muay Thai for a few months, before taking a break for a trip to Australia. Upon returning to the Philippines,…

A Backpacker’s Guide to the Complete Baler Surf Experience

An affordable trip and an unforgettable experience in the very chill and beautiful Baler, a place to still your mind, reflect on life, lose yourself in the waves, and wash away that city stress with an invigorating salt-water cleanse.