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Wynona Purl

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Wynona Purl is a pop-culture junkie, writer, and editor from the Philippines. She runs an indie style & culture magazine called Modamorph that features artists from the underground scene. A certified chatterbox who loves cats, anything ube, and always has guts and curiosity. For her, life’s fortune always favours the bold. She hopes to see more of the world someday and turn those travels into stories.

image for article Are We Finally Getting Japan-Level Trains? Japan’s Biggest Transport Firms Bid to Run PH’s Mega Railway Project
NewsAre We Finally Getting Japan-Level Trains? Japan’s Biggest Transport Firms Bid to Run PH’s Mega Railway Project
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Japan’s biggest transport firms — Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Tokyo Metro, and more — are lining up to run the ₱874B North-South Commuter Railway. Will this finally give Filipinos a humane, reliable, and Japan-level train system?

image for article Top 7 Must-Try Dishes From Iloilo, the Philippines’ City of Gastronomy
IloiloTop 7 Must-Try Dishes From Iloilo, the Philippines’ City of Gastronomy
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Here are 7 must-try dishes that prove why Iloilo is the Philippines’ only UNESCO City of Gastronomy. From batchoy to oysters, this city is a legit foodie paradise.

image for article NAIA Terminal Fees Just Increased From ₱550 to ₱950
NewsNAIA Terminal Fees Just Increased From ₱550 to ₱950
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After 20 years, NAIA is raising its terminal fees starting Sept 14, 2025. International flights will cost ₱950 and domestic ₱390. Here’s what Filipino travellers need to know.

image for article Where to Stay in Vietnam: The Best Cities and Spots For Instagram-Worthy Snaps
Travel GuidesWhere to Stay in Vietnam: The Best Cities and Spots For Instagram-Worthy Snaps
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From luxury hotels to budget Airbnbs, here are the best places to stay in Vietnam with photogenic views.

image for article Hong Kong Raises Airport Departure Tax By 67 Percent
Hong KongHong Kong Raises Airport Departure Tax By 67 Percent
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Hong Kong is hiking its airport departure tax for the first time in 22 years. Starting October 1, passengers will pay ₱1,430 in total—₱570 more than the current rate.

image for article SB19 Is Officially Performing at Asia Artist Awards 2025 in Taiwan
EntertainmentSB19 Is Officially Performing at Asia Artist Awards 2025 in Taiwan
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Catch SB19 live at the Asia Artist Awards 2025 in Taiwan this December! A’TINs, here’s a heads-up with travel and booking tips so you don’t miss the P-pop kings on stage.

image for article Don’t Visit Batanes Until You Read This
BatanesDon’t Visit Batanes Until You Read This
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Batanes is stunning, but flights, weather, and costs can surprise you. Here’s the honest guide so your trip feels worth it.

image for article How to Rebook or Refund Flights in the Philippines When Plans Change
FlightsHow to Rebook or Refund Flights in the Philippines When Plans Change
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Cancelled flight? Typhoon delays? Don’t panic. PAL, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, and more give you options: refund, rebook, or travel credits. Here’s how.

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PhilippinesWhat To Do in Panglao (Budget + Itinerary)
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Where to spend your day (and money) in Panglao: beaches, caves, cliff dives, turtle snorkelling, and budget eats all in one 2025 guide.