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Author: Grace Hisona

Grace is a copywriter/editor dedicated to capturing the diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures of the Philippines and other notable places in Asia.

With a professional background in digital content strategy, she specializes in blending practical travel advice with authentic storytelling.

When she isn’t refining articles for AsianInquirer.com, Grace is usually on the road with her family, documenting their latest adventures through photography and sharing the hidden gems they discover along the way.

Balanan Lake Siaton Negros Oriental Philippines

Discovering the Serene Beauty of Balanan Lake, The Hidden Emerald of the South

Posted on March 31, 2026March 31, 2026 by Grace Hisona

If you’re planning to visit the southern part of Negros Oriental, there is one spot that deserves a quick stopover – the serene Balanan Lake, in the town of Siaton. Deep in the heart of the southern mountains of Negros Oriental lies a masterpiece born of nature’s own upheaval. Unlike many of the Philippines’ famous…

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Chasing Low Tide At The Manjuyod Sandbar | A 24-Hour Guide

Posted on March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 by Grace Hisona

The Manjuyod Sandbar is a 7-kilometer stretch of pristine white carbonate sand located in the North Bais Bay of Negros Oriental. Unlike traditional islands, it is a shifting shoal that only fully emerges during low tide.  When the tide is high, the sandbar “disappears,” leaving only a cluster of iconic wooden stilt cottages appearing to…

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Explore Bacong – The Ancient Heart of Negros Oriental

Posted on March 26, 2026March 26, 2026 by Grace Hisona

Just a few kilometers south of the bustling capital of Dumaguete lies a small town where time seems to slow down.  Officially established in 1801, Bacong holds the title of the oldest town in Negros Oriental. It is a place where the air smells of the Mindanao Sea and the streets are shaded by giants….

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Rizal Boulevard Dumaguete City Negros Oriental

Exploring the Iconic Rizal Boulevard of Dumaguete City

Posted on March 24, 2026March 24, 2026 by Grace Hisona

Stretching along the coastline of the City of Gentle People is a scenic Rizal Boulevard, a historical and social heart of the Oriental Negros province. Named after the Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, this 780-meter stretch of paved walkway is framed by iconic acacia trees and the calm waters of the Tañon Strait. The…

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Sumaliring Beach Siaton Negros Oriental

Finding Peace at Sumaliring Beach | The Ultimate Local Travel Guide

Posted on March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 by Grace Hisona

Most travelers head to Negros Oriental for the city lights of Dumaguete or the peaks of Valencia, but few venture far enough south to reach the edge of the world. At the southern tip of Negros Oriental province in the Philippines lies a municipality called Siaton. The name of the town is believed to come…

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Proverbs 12:16

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