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Welcome 2018!

We’re happy to say goodbye to another fruitful year. 2017 was special. The opportunity to serve thousands of travelers and…

written on January 4th, 2018 by Carlo Villarica

What I Learned After a Long Vacation

When was the last time you had a real vacation? I say real because with the internet, it’s very possible to continue working even in a secluded beach in the middle of nowhere. I struggle with this. Whenever we go out to relax, I usually find time to check email, respond to a few inquiries, and even on occasion, extinguish a few work fires.

written on December 22nd, 2017 by Carlo Villarica

Why you Should Travel Solo at Least Once in your Life

I’m a huge fan of traveling solo. I actually prefer it over traveling in groups. I joined a retreat by…

written on December 13th, 2017 by Rusty Jorbina

A Peek at Bohol [PHOTOESSAY]

Bohol is only a two hour fast craft ride away from Cebu. Full of natural beauty, from Panglao’s white sand beaches, Carmen’s perfectly shaped hills, and Danao’s adventure filled caves, there’s so many things to see and do.

written on December 5th, 2017 by Monica Villarica

Nothing Beats a Spontaneous Chill Weekend in Catmon [PHOTO-ESSAY]

Some might call this a typical weekend getaway in Cebu. Out of the blue and in the middle of a busy work week, a friend invited us to spend the weekend in his place in Catmon. It’s municipality roughly 50 kilometers away from Cebu City. 

written on November 23rd, 2017 by Monica Villarica

6 Travel Tips for Your Long Haul Flight

Traveling long haul can be a daunting experience. A flight is normally considered long haul when it is more that five hours. The longest I have ever done was a 14-hour flight from Hong Kong to Chicago. I thought I’d lose my mind sitting for so long in such a small space.
Long haul flights can lead to restlessness and boredom, not to mention jet lag at your destination, so here are some of the few things that I have learned from my occasional long haul travels:

written on November 19th, 2017 by Rusty Jorbina

Six Things About France That Will Surprise You

You have probably been preparing for your trip to France for quite some time. Tickets booked, bags packed with carefully chosen outfits for the perfect OOTD to match the many famous landmarks for the gram. Still, you can’t help but wonder what to expect when you finally arrive in the City of Lights.

written on November 8th, 2017 by Rusty Jorbina

7 Stories From Cruising the Baltic Sea (One from each city)

I just got back from cruising the Baltic Sea with the fambam. It was one of the best vacations I’ve ever had. So many new things to see, new experiences to cherish, and the best part of all, I got to spend it with the people that matter most to me.
It was the best time to go. The sun was up till late in the evening, the temperature hovered around 20°C, there were so many people outdoors. Contrast this to their winter months when the temperatures sometimes reach -10°C and sunlight might total only seven hours.

written on October 26th, 2017 by Carlo Villarica

7 Beautiful Places on Instagram

Since becoming the curator of Destination Specialists’ Instagram feed, I’ve come to realize how little I’ve seen of the world. Daily exposure to beautiful landscapes and exciting adventures have really amped my curiosity and has infected me with major #travelust.

I want to share with you seven beautiful places I’ve seen on Instagram (one of which I’ve actually visited and can attest to it’s breathtaking beauty!)

written on October 20th, 2017 by Monica Villarica

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Processing a Philippine Passport

By Carlo Villarica and Jhud Cervantes At Destination Specialists, we get plenty of inquiries about the passport application process. A…

written on October 11th, 2017 by Carlo Villarica