Biyaheng hit na hit: When Drew Arellano’s adventures trend on social media

“Biyahe ni Drew” compiled frequently asked questions from social media and listed down the destinations that won the hearts of netizens.

1. “Mayroon ka bang napuntahan na sobrang ikinagulat mo na at ‘di mo ine-expect na may hidden activities pala na magagawa doon?”

According to Drew, his recent tour around Quezon City surprised him the most. He never thought that he could find a nature reserve inside the largest city in Metro Manila.

The La Mesa Nature Reserve is a perfect spot for bikers. If you want to be at peace with Mother Nature while in the city, this is the place to be.
 

Quezon City is also known for being the “City of the Stars” because of major TV stations are located here. To name one that is very special to Drew’s heart is GMA Network. And believe it or not, in his entire career, he hasn’t experienced yet being a news reporter inside a studio! So when he got the chance, he impersonated right away 24 Oras’ Chika Minute Girl and his lovely wife, Iya Villania.
 

From bakeries and coffee shops to fine-dining restaurants with different cuisines, Quezon City is also a place you shouldn’t miss! You can find in La Loma district the most delicious roasted pig in the metro!

For more of Quezon city, check out "Biyahe ni Drew’s" itinerary!

Speaking of places named after former Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon, the sixth largest province in the country, Quezon Province, is among Drew’s picks because it's never a sleepy town when it comes to outdoor activities.
 

 

Planning to go to Quezon Province? Read this itinerary!
 

2. “Gusto ko lang malaman, paano ko masusulit ‘yung bawat biyahe ko kung mayroon lang akong working budget?”

In fact, every biyahe is highlighted with a working budget per episode. The show offers a lot of choices to aspiring travelers who want to maximize a limited budget alongside with a certain number of activities. Also, “Biyahe ni Drew”encourages its viewers to not limit their budgeted travel interests to local trips only. Drew stressed, “Papunta na ang turismo ngayon sa golden era. Napakarami ng tao ang nakakapag-travel abroad with the least amount of money.”
 

Ever wonder where can P5,000 bring you? Perhaps Banaue! Travel fare, lodging, food and sightseeing are already included in the tight budget of P5,000 when you go to this gem in the north.
 

Read more about Banaue in this article!

What about P15,000? Would you believe that this budget you’ll get to experience a one of kind of the winter in Hokkaido, Japan. You can even enjoy your visit in Maruyama Zoo and you’ll be amazed how the animals warp off the cold!
 

For a more detailed travel guide in Hokkaido, Japan, here is Biyahe ni Drew’s itinerary!
 

3. “Ano talagang trip ‘yung tumatak sa isipan mo na sa tingin mo ay kaiinggitan talaga ng mga manonood?”

Drew couldn’t be any prouder to answer that question, “‘Yung ‘Living Large in Palawan’ episode namin!"

He added, “Sa Palawan, hindi lang kami sumakay ng eroplano, nag-sea plane din kami. At siyempre, solo namin ‘yung buong isla at may sarili kaming yate.”

To live large in Coron, Palawan, the budget starts at P14,000 per person. You’ll get to stay in a connecting villa. Full-board meals are included?breakfast, lunch and dinner. Part of that, you can strip P2,500 out of the budget to experience the hydro bub where you won’t need any scuba gear or apparel to go deeper in the water.

Want to fly to Coron? Read our travel guide and tips in this article.

One more exciting adventure that Drew is really proud of having survived is his Western Samar trip.

“Naalala n’yo pa ba ‘yung torpedo boat ride natin? Ang maganda rito, parang nasa kamay rin ng bangkero ang bilis at saya ng paglalakbay sa river!” says Drew.
 

Have you ever dared yourself to do rock climbing without a harness? Drew would definitely want to challenge each of you, Biyaheros! Climbing without a complete gear is more difficult according to him.

For more of Western Samar, check out this itinerary!

4. “Ano ba ‘yung pinaka-romantic na lugar na favorite mo so far?”
 

Drew explained first, “Actually, maraming lugar na puwedeng gawing very romantic. Depende na lang ‘yan kung paano mo gagawing romantic tulad ng pagdadala ng flowers, pag-set up ng candle light dinner or pagpunta sa any romantic place o restaurant kung saan puwede mong dalhin ang iyong loved one.”

He added, “Siyempre hindi ko makakalimutan ‘yung Mt. Pulag trip kung saan kasama ko ang asawa ko [Iya Villania].”
 

Drew described the hiking the third highest mountain in the Philippines is definitely one for the books! He even joked that one of their future children would be named Pulag.

“Ito na siguro ang isa sa pinakamura, pinakakakaiba at pinaka-romantic na biyaheng puwedeng gawin ng mga magsing-irog!” says Drew in overflowing sweetness.
 

If you want to visit Mt. Pulag with your loved one, here’s an itinerary you can start off as a guide!

For each and every Biyahero out there, Drew has a few words  to all of you:

“Don’t be afraid to explore familiar grounds because you might discover new things. Whatever the reason of your travel is, I’m sure it’s worth it. And as they say, investment in travel is an investment in yourself.” —Laurence San Pedro/BMS, GMA Public Affairs

"Biyahe ni Drew" airs every Friday, 8:00 PM, on GMA News TV. For more information, follow the show on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For updates on your favorite documentaries, follow also the official Facebook page of GMA Public Affairs.