Lahoy, in English, means to slip through and being in Bohol Lahoy Dive Resort in Cabantian, Guindulman  means saying goodbye temporary to the stressful demands of our individual lives and slipping through a space of beautiful tranquility amidst chirping birds, lush trees, and the scenic sea. The resort, owned by German national Michael Herder and managed by the Swiss couple Hanspeter and Daniela...Read More

A few meters away from Anda’s Quinale Public Beach is this small newly-opened restaurant called Coco Loco.  From the get go, you’ll know what is the star is in the restaurant. Coconut, of course. If the name and the hanged paintings do not make it more obvious, I don’t know what will. The quirky paintings have one thing in common Coco Loco is...Read More

Café Majstea, the newly-opened chill out lounge by the corner of Galleria Luisa, is as sassy and playful as its name.  While Majstea is obviously a portmanteau, the meaning behind it is not one which we least likely thought. ...Read More

Boholanos has always been lauded for being friendly, caring, and hospitable aside from our rich history, effervescent culture, and our breathtaking natural wonders.  In fact, Bohol is famous for the Sandugo or the Treaty of Friendship between Spanish conquistador Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Boholano chieftain Sikatuna which involved drinking wine mixed with their bloods.  This alone is evidence of our welcoming and...Read More

We are oftentimes told to take a chill pill after stressing out because of a strenuous eight-hour shift, a grueling exam, an important task at work or in school, or even when we’re simply having a bad day.  Now, taking a chill pill is more than just an expression; it has become an indulgence. Or at least, in Tagbilaran City. ...Read More

Before my busy birthday month ends, I do want to share my heartwarming experience at the Trinity Angels Care Home during my birthday last August 8. Since then, I already wanted to do an outreach of sort for my birthday. This year, I felt that now was the right time, considering how great the past year has been.  I've been very blessed to...Read More

Nothing was able to stop Electro Circuit from electrifying the entire Sandugo merriment last July 24. Not even the light rain and definitely not the other parties that coincided with the most sought-after EDM festival. The venue. Crabhouse by the Bay was filled with  high party spirits.  Locals and foreign residents, balikbayans, tourists, and even key individuals in the local social circles flocked...Read More

"After six years, the crown is back to Tagbilaran City," exclaims pageant interview host Raul Philip Gatal as he announces the winner of Miss Bohol 2015 during the coronation night held last Saturday, July 18. Eda reacts after being called as Miss Bohol 2015 Mary Eda Cimafranca, the unstoppable beauty from the City of Friendship, who I predicted to be the eventual winner...Read More

Remember Electro Circuit, Bohol's very own EDM music festival that braved the coming typhoon Ruby last year? We'll it is back in time for Sandugo and it is definitely rearing to raise the bar one notch higher as it electrifies the entire province. ...Read More

Perhaps everyone will agree if I say that Queenie Melody Fullante, Miss Bohol 2014 from Dauis (her hometown's first crown ever) is one of the most dynamic and active Miss Bohol titleholders to date.  And it probably was just God's grace that she got hold of the much-coveted crown after it reinvented itself into an advocacy-oriented provincial beaucon. ...Read More

Last July 12, the Miss Bohol 2015 candidates showcased their talents during their Talent Night.  And oh boy! It was one explosive night. ...Read More

With the official glamshots of the Miss Bohol 2015 candidates uploaded, it can be safely said that the search is definitely on for the next face of the beautiful island paradise. This year's competition will have 23 stunning Boholanas --- 21 towns, including the City of Tagbilaran, one private institution, and one HEI --- vying for the glistening crown on the head of...Read More

It's July and it only means one thing: Bohol's most festive month has arrived. July is the Sandugo month in Bohol and despite the gloomy weather, the entire province will be filled with high spirits of joy and merriment, parading its vibrant colors for the world to see.  What makes this year's edition of the Sandugo even more special is Tigum Bol-anon Tibuok...Read More

Bohol is definitely more than just sights but also a haven for cultural appreciation and musical celebration as it hosts the second edition of the annual Bohol International Chorale Festival and Competitions last week starting July 16 and was wrapped up last June 19. ...Read More

School days are just around the corner and though we definitely wish snow could fall to compensate for the scorching heat of the summer sun tormenting our skins for the past couple of days, I know most school boys and school girls would really want to extend the summer vacation for just a couple more days.  But the beginning of classes is inevitable...Read More

Bohol is best known for its Chocolate Hills, famed for how it’s brown in the summer, green in the rainy season, and now showing up a white chocolate filling after the earthquake.  Recently though, it seems Bohol is gunning to be known even with the word hills dropped, all thanks to one dreamer who made what seems to be an impossible dream possible....Read More

(This interview has been made last April 7, 2015. With excerpts from her LifestyleBohol cover story, A Woman of the Earth, published April 12, 2015) Statuesque, alluring with her prominent oriental features, smart, confident, and self-assured — Gayle Suzette Yu is, without doubt, a picture of a beautiful Boholana.  Aside from those attributes, she also happens to be a writer, a blogger, a...Read More

Ninety two kilometers away from Tagbilaran City is the Municipality of Candijay, a rousing town abounded by nature’s enchanting treasures. A potential favorite to nature lovers and adventurers alike, Candijay is certainly worthy of high commendations for the richness of its lands and waters. I’ve been to Candijay twice, both with the Divine Word Outdoors Club’s aceptance climb.  The first one was my...Read More

One fact about me that surprise a lot of people is that I am an adventure seeker.  I love the outdoors and every now and then, I go trekking to unwind. Those who are not familiar with my hobby would turn out to be pleasantly surprised especially when I share details about my trips. I owe my mountaineering training from Divine Word Outdoors...Read More

It was a regal evening at the Bohol Wisdom Gymnasium last Friday, April 24 as fifteen of the most captiviating women from the different barangays of Tagbilaran City showcased their allure, elegance, and wit as they all vie for the most prestigious beauty title in Bohol’s capital city. At the conclusion of the event, Mary Eda Cimafranca representing Barangay Poblacion Uno was hailed...Read More

A rare gathering of the brightest minds of Tagbilaran City high schools class of 2015 [Published at LifestyleBohol of The Bohol Chronicle, March 29, 2015 issue. Written together with Mr. Raul Phillip Gatal] This year's high school graduates will forever be in the books, being the last set of harvest before the full implementation of the K-12 program set this 2016.  But among...Read More

The inaugural winners of Miss Philippines Earth Bohol Although Aileen Dango and Renee Sorraya Hassani represented the Municipalities of Loboc and Loay, respectively, back in 2011, this year will the first time that a woman will be wearing the Boholano sash in Miss Philippines Earth 2015.  And Gayle Suzette Yu, the 23-year-old licensed nurse from Calape will be fielded to the nationals after...Read More

A date with Bob Ong is love. :)) #PhilippineLiterature #Philippines #literature #PopularLiterature #PopLitPh #PopLit #iblogforph A photo posted by Dandreb James Arro (@deejaywrites) on Feb 5, 2015 at 6:43pm PST I've taken interest in Bob Ong back in college.  He has always been famous but there was no means for me to read any of his works.  I was so fixated with collecting...Read More

The Blogger's activity (see story here) in Anda was not all about sight seeing and pure fun and enjoyment.  The heart of the entire trip was to lend a helping hand to the children of Anda and this is what we done in the afternoon of December 20 when we went to the ANDAKidz Community Center in Brgy. Talisay. While heading to the site, a...Read More

Aside from Anda's heavenly beaches, their cave pools are also among their must-see travel spots.  However, we need to remember that cave pools are delicate tourist attractions that should never be abused by human activity in order for it to retain its beauty.  If we don't want another Hinagdanan Cave sad story, then we should be mindful of these cave pools fragility. During...Read More

I'm trying to be witty and candid with that title. Seriously though, while Anda is slowly emerging as Bohol's next tourist destination, thanks to its pristine white sandy beaches, you should now that there could only be one beach that might suit your preference at that time.  Whether you are touring in a tight budget or is very willing to splurge for the...Read More

During the Blogger Activity held last December 20 and 21 in Anda was a stop over at the mystic island of Lamanoc Island.  While its name may sound really traditional and without any spooky connotation, the island, according to locals, is as mysterious and enchanting as it is breathtaking. ...Read More

It is quite an amazement as to how such a small town in the east side of Bohol holds so much beauty.  From white sandy beaches, pristine waters, lush greenery, to its culture and history, it is no wonder that the little town of Anda is now becoming Bohol's newest tourism haven. Last December 20 to 21, I had the chance to see,...Read More