Mika Santos is a Manila-based travel and lifestyle writer who believes the best adventures begin with curiosity and a packed backpack. From hidden waterfalls in Mindoro to art cafés in Kyoto, she writes about meaningful journeys that connect culture, food, and community.
On Bakasyon.ph, Mika focuses on practical trip planning: realistic itineraries, transport choices, weather-aware backup plans, food and culture, and calmer ways to explore the Philippines and nearby destinations.
Editorial approach: Bakasyon.ph guides may combine firsthand observations contributed from family travel with independent research from official tourism, transport, weather, and local sources. The byline identifies the site author and editorial voice; it does not imply that every observation on every page came from one person. Time-sensitive details such as fares, schedules, fees, and operating rules should always be checked close to travel.
Planning El Nido with kids can be beautiful, but it needs a slower rhythm. Here’s how to choose family-friendly stays, easy activities, boat tours, meals, packing essentials, and a realistic 3-day itinerary.
Rain does not have to ruin your Puerto Princesa plans. Use this practical guide for indoor stops, easy food routes, transport choices, and gentle backup plans when tours are delayed or canceled.
Oslob whale shark watching is one of Cebu’s most talked-about activities. Here is what to expect, how to get there, what to bring, and when to rethink the plan.
Choose the best day trips from Puerto Princesa with this low-stress guide to the Underground River, Honda Bay, Nagtabon Beach, Iwahig firefly watching, city stops, and realistic 3-day to 5-day planning.
A practical mistake-prevention guide for Puerto Princesa first-timers, covering where to stay, what not to overpack, how to plan around heat and rain, and what to prepare on day one.
Planning a Boracay trip is easier when you know where the money usually goes. This guide breaks down realistic daily costs, 3-day and 5-day estimates, hidden fees, cash notes, and simple ways to save without making the trip feel stressful.
Landing in Siargao is exciting, but the first transfer can feel confusing when vans, tricycles, and drivers are waiting outside. This guide helps you choose the simplest, safest, and most comfortable way from Sayak Airport to General Luna.
Planning how to get around Cagayan de Oro? Here’s a comfort-aware guide to motorelas, jeepneys, taxis, Grab, vans, airport rides, luggage, and late-night safety.
The best time to visit Zambales depends on what you care about most: cooler weather, calmer boat rides, lower prices, or fewer crowds. Here is a month-by-month guide to help you choose your dates with more confidence.
This realistic 5D4N Iloilo City itinerary gives first-timers enough room for heritage districts, La Paz Batchoy, Guimaras, Southern Iloilo, pasalubong, and rest.