Tag: Sustainable Tourism

Welcome to my Sustainable Tourism Page! Here, you’ll find a collection of posts that showcase the beauty of sustainable tourism:

  1. Sustainable Community-Based Tourism in the Philippines: Dive into inspiring stories of local communities in the Philippines that have embraced sustainable practices to welcome travelers. Discover how their efforts have not only preserved their environment but also empowered their people.
  2. Sustainable Accommodations: Discover a variety of eco-friendly lodging options that prioritize sustainability. From green hotels to eco-lodges and community-run guesthouses, learn how these accommodations implement environmentally responsible practices to reduce their impact and support local communities.
  3. Eco-Friendly Packing Guide: Learn how to pack light and smart for your trips, minimizing your ecological footprint while on the go.
  4. Responsible Wildlife Encounters: Explore the world of ethical animal tourism, where you can engage with wildlife in a manner that promotes their well-being and conservation.
  5. Mindful Travel Tips: Find practical advice on how to be a conscious traveler, from supporting local businesses to reducing plastic waste and choosing eco-friendly accommodations.

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Bucket List Philippines

Pawikan Hatchlings make their way to the Ocean in Bataan

pawikan hatchlings

Many people associate Bataan, a province in Central Luzon, with the infamous Death March of World War II. My first visit to Bataan was during my fourth year of high school. My classmates and I traveled there to film a documentary. Last year, I returned for our company’s team-building event in Morong, Bataan. Despite these […]

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Philippines

Club Agutaya in San Vicente, Palawan

Club Agutaya Pool

San Vicente is an up-and-coming tourism hotspot in Palawan. Some people consider it as the next Boracay because of its 14.7 kilometer Long Beach, declared by local tourism officers as the “longest white beach in the Philippines.” Although there were increased tourism-related developments, San Vicente still has that remote and laid-back vibe. If you want […]

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Food Philippines

T’boli People: Homestay and Cultural Immersion at T’boli Town

Nestled in the mountains of South Cotabato is T’boli Town, a 1st class municipality named after the indigenous people themselves, the T’boli People. Most T’boli live around Lake Sebu, though there are other T’boli communities in other municipalities of South Cotabato as well. The T’boli predate the Spanish colonial time, and their way of life […]

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Philippines

Pottery Class: Unique Experience in Tiwi, Albay

I recently had the pleasure of taking a pottery class while I was travelling in Bicol. From learning about the type of clay to making my own masterpiece, this was a unique experience that I cannot recommend enough. Let me give you a glimpse into the pottery class in PhilCeramics and what you can expect […]

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Philippines

BidiBidi Bags: Sustainable Bags from Camarines Sur

Not a lot of people know this but I am a minimalist. If you’ve been following me on social media, you might have noticed that I’ve been wearing the same set of clothes and carrying the same bag over and over again. Whenever I see a cute bag, it would take months for me to […]

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Philippines

Weavers of Buhi, Camarines Sur

Last week, I got to visit another Filipino weaving community. They are the weavers of Buhi in Camarines, Sur, of which very little is heard from in Manila. They are one of the beneficiaries of the recent “Marketing Enhancement Sustainable Community-Based Tourism Workshop” by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB). Read on to know more about […]