Beyond Manila

If you have no time to go out of the country, then just drive south to Laguna. There are a lot of resorts there where you could stay and enjoy a relaxing day. I always think that these places in the South are the perfect places to go to to escape the hustle and bustle in the city. While you're there, don't forget to buy some pasalubong for your friends and family (and Manila Reviews!). Read about our review on El Mare Buko Pie!

Want to escape the city? El Dorado in Dauin Negros Oriental is the best resort to go to. A lot of foreigners are attracted to this place because of the relaxing ambiance and the clean surroundings. If you want to learn how to dive, this is the place to go to. Dive Society holds classes for both beginners and experienced divers. Check out our review on this place!

We recently traveled to Dumaguete and looked for accommodations. although we stayed in our ancestral home, we wanted to look for accommodations in Dumaguete to share with our readers who want to go on a vacation there. One of the convenient places to stay in is at Bethel Guest House. This hotel is along Rizal Boulevard. Read more about it!

It's the "ber" months once again and people are brewing both coffee for the cold season (although it hasn't been raining lately) and their Christmas lists. Just remember though to try and finish at least 80% of your Christmas list before November 6-7, 2010. During these days, a bazaar of 100% Pinoy love and pride awaits you. This bazaar is the Global Pinoy Bazaar 2010 by Yabang Pinoy.

My wife and I both have roots in Negros. So when the trade fair came into town, it was imperative that we go. And we were not disappointed! We found some really excellent quality items there -- this trade fair (unlike many bazaars today) was not about cheap prices but about high quality.

The culinary culture of Zamboanga is an interesting one, reflecting the rich history the city has. A wonderfully curious mix of Spanish, Malay and indigenous flavors define the cuisine of the equally eclectic people that reside there. The Zamboanga’s satti is a perfect representation of this heritage.

The Philippines is such a beautiful country that covering just Manila feels wrong. Therefore, the Manila Reviews team has decided to feature restaurants, food and local products made outside Manila! We are...