Category Archive: Beaches in Asia

Koh Samet Island. A perfect getaway from Bangkok

Koh Samet (Also written Koh Samed), Thailand. The perfect weekend getaway from Bangkok. There are quiet, out-of-the-way beaches. Or you can stay where I always go, the best white-sand beach, Sai Kaew Beach.… Continue reading

The Underground River. Puerto Princesa, Philippines

The Underground River of Puerto Princesa. A hassle to get a ticket and annoying boat guides. But as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, it’s worth seeing. Even if you are… Continue reading

Sunz en Coron Hotel, Palawan, Philippines — Best Swimming Pool, EVER!

I’m not sure what made me decide to stay at the Sunz en Coron Hotel. It’s not the closest to the city center. And it just looked expensive. (Turns out it’s not so… Continue reading

El Nido Island Hopping — Tour A: Lagoons and Beaches

People visit El Nido, Palawan for one reason: Island hopping. It’s awe inspiring. This post is about Tour A: Lagoons & Beaches. If you only have time for one tour, this, IMHO, is… Continue reading

Puerto Princesa, El Nido and Coron. Where to visit in Palawan and how to get there

Palawan is an island an hour southwest of Manila. There are three main destinations in Palawan: the capital city of Puerto Princesa, the north-island village of El Nido, and the town of Coron,… Continue reading

Brilliant Birthday at Trattoria Altrove in El Nido, Palawan

El Nido is a great place to meet other travelers and has a few really cool places to eat and drink. In fact, I spent my 48th birthday at the best pizza place… Continue reading

A Kolam கோலம் a day to start the working day in India

I have many fond memories of my 2010 work trip to South India and Kanya Kumari. One of my favorites was showing up to the office entrance every morning to find a freshly… Continue reading

The White Sands of Boracay Island, Philippines

White sands and warm red sunsets, blue sail boats, aqua green waters and “Boat Stations”…welcome to Boracay Island in the Philippines. IMHO, the best beach in SouthEast Asia.  This post is an overview… Continue reading