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Overview Nature and Culture Park at Quezon, Bukidnon

QUEZON, BUKIDNON: Overview Nature and Culture Park – A quick stop from a long drive with an amazing view to relax. After visiting Dahilayan and Seven Seas, we are on our way back to Davao city. It’s a long drive but we had fun in our short vacation so it’s totally worth it. But on our way back, we decided

2 Years of Blogging: Updates, Mistakes, and Future Plans

Hey there! I still can’t believe that this month I’m celebrating my 2 years of blogging. Where did the time go? I’m so happy and grateful. Today, I aim to share with you a few updates about my blog, the lessons, and mistakes from blogging, and what I plan for My Wander Story. Blog Updates I started My Wander Story

Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort in Cagayan de Oro

Ahoy there! It’s summertime! No classes for kids and a perfect time to spend some quality time with the family. Did you get your much-awaited vacation? Or are you planning on taking a vacation with your loved ones, friends, or just by yourself? If so, I have one place you might put on your list! The Philippines, as we all

2018 Year in Review: My Wander Stories

It’s been awhile since my last post but before anything else, I just gotta say this first: 2018 was freakin’ unbelievable! It was a very tough year for me but I realized and never expected that it brought me to a better version of myself. Looking back, it has been an exciting year. Though I didn’t do much traveling this

1-Day Davao Oriental Tour for Only Php 1,100

Davao Oriental is just one of the five provinces that comprise Davao Region. Other provinces are Davao del Norte, Davao Occidental, Davao del Sur, and Compostela Valley. Davao region was formerly called Southern Mindanao because it is situated in the southeastern portion of Mindanao. I’ve been to Davao Oriental once with friends and we visited Mati and Lupon. And we also

The Famous Aliwagwag Falls of Davao Oriental

Aliwawag Falls Eco Park – our last destination before we head back to the city. It was a long day exploring Baganga, Davao Oriental but definitely worth it. We got to relax and dip on a hot spring. Felt a bit adventurous with stunning falls. Amazed by how mangroves defended Baganga and remained beautiful even after being hit by a typhoon

San Victor Island: A Must Visit in Baganga

My trip to Baganga will never be complete without visiting one of its famous islands, the San Victor island. This island facing the Pacific Ocean is owned by the Diocese of Mati and managed by the Catholic Parish of Baganga. A 3-hectare island that’s very accessible from the highway, about 20 minutes drive from Baganga’s town proper and 5 minutes

The Sunrise Boulevard of Baganga, Davao Oriental

Our trip to Baganga, which is known as the first class municipality of Davao Oriental Province and is located in the easternmost province in the country, has been amazing. After the Balite hot spring and the Campawan falls, our next destination is Baganga’s beautiful Sunrise Boulevard. Probably around 30-45 mins from Campawan falls, we passed by the coastal road of

The Amazing Curtain Falls in Campawan, Davao Oriental

Imagine getting into the pristine remoteness of an area away from your busy urban life. Think of trekking into a place with lush green trees getting in touch again with nature’s pristine beauty. Here’s another adventure to discover a naturally simple yet amazing water wonder – the Campawan Curtain Falls. How To Get There The Curtain Falls is located in

The Relaxing Balite Hot Spring in Davao Oriental

Every time the word “Balite” is mentioned, I always have this eerie feeling since stories I have heard about balite are linked with horror and horrible narratives. In the Philippine myth, balite (fig tree or banyan tree) is said to be associated with creatures and elementals. Old folks forbid the said plant to be made as an ornament because it