Those silly island kids sure are totally dramatic!

When you think of Carmen in northern Cebu, your mind probably jumps straight to the massive terrains of the Cebu Safari. But if you take a quick detour toward the coast, there’s a rising private sanctuary that proves a beach resort doesn't need a huge property footprint to serve up ultimate summer vibes.

Enter Sea & Slopes Beach Resort—a spot that perfectly embodies the phrase "small but terrible." It’s the ultimate cozy, budget-friendly hideaway for team buildings, exclusive barkada outers, or family reunions where you just want the whole place to yourself.

In my latest blog feature, I’m breaking down why this intimate slice of paradise hits the absolute sweet spot for DIY travelers. Think:

Fully equipped kitchens for an epic boodle fight 🦐🔥

Karaoke setup ready for your inner diva 🎤 (until the 10 PM neighborhood curfew!)

Sparkling pool sloping down to 5ft for perfect midnight swims under the stars ✨🏊‍♂️

Outstanding hospitality from Kuya, the on-site caretaker who will even help you set up a beachside bonfire 🔥🪵

It is pure sulit (worth every single Peso) energy. Read the full travel journal, check out the amenities breakdown, and plan your next road trip over on Geek Grove!

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What most people struggle is finding the motivation to do anything, to work, to run, to eat, to slow down. And it is quite hard on some days when you feel like there is nothing to look forward to, or you question what the point for all of this is. And you may feel that the loss is so overwhelming that you start to question life. And you know what, I understand you. I find myself questioning…

Tattoo by Yomico Moreno

Hasta siempre Roberto Gomez Bolaños… Chavo, Chespirito, Chapulin Colorado… y mil personajes más que llenaron nuestras vidas.

Hearing about the passing of the great Mexican comedian, Chespirito brought memories of a childhood glued to the TV watching the exploits of the Red Grasshopper on a UHF frequency. Like a the lightning bolt on the cover of Frank Miller’s Dark Knight Returns, El Chaplin flashed back to my consciousness.