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  • Organico Gourmet: An All-Natural Dining Experience

    July 23, 2018 / 0 Comments

    In this convenience-driven world, people turn into everything that is instant – most especially in food; (1) because it’s cheap, (2) because it’s served literally in an instant. Despite the awareness of the destruction it may bring to one’s temple, people seemed not to bother. Simply being mindless and careless about the food intake has alarming effects such as obesity and in worst cases, illness and diseases leading to death. Do you mind about what you eat? Reflect. Amidst the never ending establishment of convenience stores and fast foods in this fast-paced world, there still exist restaurants offering all-natural, farm-to-table dishes which are cooked to perfection making it worth the…

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    In the past years, a drastic lifestyle shift has happened to a lot of people due to the increasing popularity and awareness on health and wellness. Anytime, anywhere and in any platform, people could be seen talking about and doing something about being fit and healthy. More and more in this career-oriented world and era, people are becoming aware of the importance of these; thus, engage in various diet and fitness activities. It has also been supported not just by these individuals but also by some sectors and agencies both private and public that they actually conduct programs that promote and educate their people about the relevance of wellness. Driven…

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  • Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort Travel Guide

    July 19, 2018 / 2 Comments

     Swimming and poolside slaying all day? Where’s the fun in that?! How about this: Ride the waves, feel every splash of waters, zoom up, down and away and scream at the top of your lungs out of excitement. Ahoy, pirates craving for some adrenaline rush! Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort is here to let you experience world-class water adventure in Northern Mindanao!  About Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort is the first and largest world-class Pirate-themed park in the Philippines. Its founders traveled to water park destinations around the globe and put together its best features for them to come up with a unique water park…

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  • Don Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental’s Vacation Villa KM 55: Your Home Away from Home

    July 5, 2018 / 1 Comment

    Fill your lungs with nothing but fresh air, feel the cold breeze on your face, feel the dampness of the Earth on your soles as you step with your bare feet on the ground, look at the canopy of clouds in the blue skies well contrasted with the greens of the pine treetops, hear these rustle harmoniously with the chirping of birds in daytime and the crickets at night. Salvio Vacation Villa will let your senses come alive and bring you to the grandeur of nature found in life’s simplest form. It offers a seemingly luxurious way to experience these yet surprisingly affordable. Vacation Villas is located at Kilometer 55,…

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  • Mabua Pebble Beach, Surigao Del Norte Travel Guide

    June 23, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Philippines is undeniably blessed with beaches with sand hues ranging from bright white to pitch black that make tourists frequently visit and fall in love with it. But unknown to many, pristine beaches with such hues are not the only ones this country has to boast – there goes the pebble beaches too which secretly lie at the coasts in a few provinces. One of which is located at Northern Luzon in Luna, La Union but swimming is impossible due to its waves that may violently wash you away from or back to the shore along with the other pebbles. The other one is located in Mabua, Surigao del Norte.…

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  • El Cocinero by Chef Arnaldo: A Gastronomic Adventure to Ibiza

    June 23, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Dine with style and authenticity as you go for a gastronomic Ibizan experience brought to you by El Cocincero by Chef Arnaldo. Chef Arnaldo Limeta painstakingly trained for several years in Ibiza to perfect the craft of preparing authentic Spanish food. His passion for cooking has led to the establishment of El Cocinero in Nasugbu, Batangas, La Bella Tagaytay and Molito, Alabang each offering a unique dining experience due to its food and ambiance. Its interior design highlights Spanish accent with a fusion of classic and modern arts fitting for everyone’s instagram feed goals. Adding up to these photo-worthy set up is the food meticulously plated which does not only…

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  • Cebu-Siquijor Backpacking: Places to Visit, Where to Stay, Activities, Itinerary and Sample Budget

    May 22, 2018 / 0 Comments

    Cebu, dubbed as the Queen City of the South, has been eyed by both foreign and local tourists due to the vast enthralling scenes and activities that the history books didn’t mention yet will surely quench one’s thirst for some adrenaline rush and give one an infinite capacity to be amazed and thankful for the adventure and experience. It never runs out of something new for people always breaks into another piece of paradise in the province that is yet known to everyone. The same thing goes with its neighboring island, Siquijor. If Cebu is an open book, this off the beaten path province is gradually making its way to…

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    SIQUIJOR TRAVEL GUIDE 2020 (Budget and Itinerary)

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     The island of Siquijor is surrounded by the giants in the tourist go-to’s in Visayas which puts the province into the off-beaten travel destinations in the Philippines. What others do not know is that, this island is full of wonders and surprises which makes reality better than your expectations. It is blessed various unspoiled beaches, enchanting waterfalls and marvelous architectures that you would not want to miss in your life. With that, let this Siquijor travel guide give you something to look forward in this enchanting province! The Captivating Charm of Siquijor We were only about to visit Cebu when we heard how awesome Siquijor is. So, we decided to make…

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  • Nueva Ecija’s Crystal Waves Hotel and Resort Review and Travel Guide

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    With the scorching heat and glaring rays of the sun, we could not help but admit that it is that time of the year where everyone goes out with friends and family in wide-brimmed hats, in  thin-cloth and light colored clothes or in swim wears, with a glass of ice cold freshly squeezed fruit juice or some smoothie or a cone of ice cream on one hand. Yes, it’s summer, at last! Due to the heat that it brings, we then crave for some splash of and a dip into the cold waters. Blessed are those people who live nearby and a few-hour drive to beaches and rivers for they…

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  • Nagcarlan, Laguna’s Ana Kalang Festival 2018

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    Every town in the Philippine archipelago boasts an amusing and grand celebration of festival that entices people from different regions and even countries; hence, draw them to join the fun and experience the local’s hospitality. Every one is guaranteed with unique experience marked by delectable local cuisine, street dances and parties, traditional games turned into contests, polychromatic streamers and banderoles, giant statues and figures, archs, warm and welcoming people and more. Some of these festivals have been known and established and among which are Sinulog Festival in Cebu, Ati-Atihan Festival in Aklan, Pahiyas Festival in Quezon Province, Panagbenga Festival in Baguio, Moriones Festival in Marinduque, Maskara Festival in Bacolod and…

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THE QUEEN’S ESCAPE

Hi! I’m Queenie Anne Gumiran, the storyteller behind The Queen’s Escape, a Philippine travel and diving blog that celebrates wanderlust, culture, and sustainability. I started this space to share stories that go beyond pristine beaches and scenic peaks — from hidden islands and local eats to my adventures in scuba diving, freediving, and sustainable travel. Through every post, I hope to inspire you to explore the Philippines meaningfully, fall in love with its underwater and island beauty while protecting them, one escape at a time.

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