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Talisay City, Cebu: The Lechon Capital I Drove Straight Past
Philippines

Talisay City, Cebu: The Lechon Capital I Drove Straight Past

An honest guide to Talisay City on Cebu, the lechon capital I drove straight past: where to eat the roast pork, the coral stone church, the 1945 landing memorial and the independent cafes.

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August 31, 2026
Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu: The Island Named After the Man Who Said No
Philippines

Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu: The Island Named After the Man Who Said No

An honest, first-hand guide to Lapu-Lapu City on Mactan, Cebu: the airport city with a battle in its past, water better than its beaches, and a quieter side in old Opon.

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August 31, 2026
Philippines Solo Travel Over 50: A First-Timer’s Guide
First Time Solo / Philippines

Philippines Solo Travel Over 50: A First-Timer’s Guide

Seven thousand six hundred and forty-one islands, a thirty-day visa that suddenly feels stingy, and one honest first-timer's guide built from several trips rather than a single fortnight of guessing.

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August 8, 2026

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