Aljur Abrenica
Andrei Paras
Ash Ortega
Enzo Pineda
Betong Sumaya
Kim Rodriguez
Juancho Trivino
James Wright
Gwen Zamora
Sef Cadayona
Kris Bernal
Kristoffer Martin
Matet de Leon
Ruru Madrid
Celebrities work hard making and promoting TV shows and movies. They spend most of the year shooting, but just like many, they too, need time to rest. But where do they fly to take a break from the glaring lights?
With summer just around the corner, fans are surely more than curious to know what’s on their favorite artist’s travel itinerary. Here’s looking back at some of the Kapuso stars’ most memorable escapes inside and outside of the country.
Kris Bernal (Hiram na Alaala)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Cebu—Because aside from being the home of the tastiest lechon, it is also the home of white beaches. Not to mention the night market, the night life, secret caves, virgin forests, and kayaking sites. There are just so many random things to do in Cebu.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Europe—I spent a month in Europe with my family. We travelled from one country to another. Everything, every moment, was like being in a fairytale. We went to famous tourist spots that I had just seen in the movies.”
Aljur Abrenica (Sunday All Stars)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Davao—I love their lifestyle, the way they eat, and the things they eat. I love durian. I am also a fan of durian coffee. I feel closest to nature when I’m there.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Singapore and Malaysia—‘Yun ang pinuntahan namin ng entire family ko and we got to bond more and we got closer to each other in that trip.” [“Singapore and Malaysia – That’s where I went with my entire family and we got to bond more, and we got closer to each other in that trip.”]
Sef Cadayona (Sabado-badoo)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Vigan—The vintage scenery in Vigan is so relaxing and it makes you have a glimpse on what the country looks like before.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Singapore—It’s all because of the food and a family vacation well spent.”
Enzo Pineda (More Than Words)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Baguio—I love cold the weather. Running is also so refreshing in Baguio because of the fresh air.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“San Francisco—It was memorable for me because I left my favorite pillow at the hotel we stayed in. We were about to fly to Philadelphia when I noticed it. So my Tita from San Francisco had to ship my pillow to Philadelphia. I was 7 years old that time and I couldn’t sleep without it.”
Gwen Zamora (Bubble Gang)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Coron, Palawan—Because of its beauty and all the activities you can do there, from island hopping, hiking, rock-climbing, kayaking, rafting, diving, spelunking, and safari trip. Plus the view, it’s simply breathtaking.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Amsterdam—One of the most beautiful cities I’ve had the honor to visit. The food is simply divine and the shopping experience is insane. I had a blast going thrift-shopping in all their vintage stores. And the art galleries there are super cool and chic. Pure love.”
Kristoffer Martin (Healing Hearts)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Boracay—For the place answers my need for party and chill vibe.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Sadly, I have never travelled outside the country. But I look forward to it in the future.”
Kim Rodriguez (Strawberry Lane)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Bicol—Kasi there are many places to visit in Bicol, pagbaba mo ng plane kita mo agad ‘yung Mayon volcano. Pwede rin mag-visit sa old churches doon and explore the caves. Kung gusto mo mag-beach, meron din saCaramoan.” [“Bicol – Because there are so many places to visit in Bicol; when you get off the plane, you see Mayon volcano immediately. You can also visit old churches there and explore the caves. If you want to go to the beach, you can go to Caramoan.”]
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Never been outside the Philippines.”
Ruru Madrid (Let The Love Begin)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Mt Pulag—I spent months in Pulag to shoot our film Above the Clouds. I love the feeling of being literally above the clouds.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Japan—I love the weather and the people. I was there for the Japan Filmfest and I have experienced their hospitality, their culture and I love their food!”
Andre Paras (The Half Sisters)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“I love going to The Fort because it’s very peaceful there and you can eat a lot there too.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Most memorable will be in the US because I was able to train and play basketball there and also because of the weather.”
Miguel Tanfelix (Once Upon A Kiss)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Palawan—There are many places to visit in Palawan and many activities to enjoy like snorkeling and cliff diving.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Los Angeles—It was my first time to go out of the country and I had the chance to meet our Kapuso abroad.”
Albert “Betong” Sumaya (Sabado-badoo)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Boracay—Nothing beats Boracay’s pristine white sand. Marami ring pwedeng gawing activities aside sa pagpunta sa beach at iba ang feeling kapag nandoon ka, turistang-turista ka talaga.” [“Boracay – Nothing beats Boracay’s pristine white sand. There are also a lot of activities aside from going to the beach; and it feels really different there, like you’re a tourist.”]
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Los Angeles—Last year, naging part ako ng Kapusong Pinoy sa LA at ‘yun ang first time kong makapunta roon. First time kong bumiyahe ng 14 hours straight, humalik talaga ako sa lupa pagdating namin sa airport. First time ko ring makakain sa “In & Out,” isang sikat na burger chain sa US. First time makarating ni Antonietta roon para makapag-perform. At ang pinaka-memorable ay nakita ko ang relatives ko sa LA na matagal ko nang hindi nakasama.” [“Los Angeles – Last year, I was part of Kapusong Pinoy sa LA and it was my first time to go there. It was my first time to travel 14 hours straight, and I even kissed the ground when I got to the airport. It was also my first time to eat at “In & Out,” a popular burger chain in the US. It’s Antonietta’s first time to perform there, too (Antonietta is the popular character Betong portrays in Bubble Gang). The most memorable thing for me was that I was able to see my relatives in LA whom I haven’t seen in a long time.]
Juancho Trivino (InstaDad)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“I recently visited Coron, Palawan. Napaka-peaceful doon. Nagiging emotional ako sa Coron dahil napakaganda ng beach.” [“I recently visited Coron, Palawan. It was really peaceful there. I became emotional after Coron because the beaches are so beautiful.”]
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Tumira ako sa States before for one year. It was memorable kasi siyempre, nakaapak na ako sa States. Malamig at medyo nahasa ako sa pagi-English doon.” [I lived in the States for a year. Being able to visit the country is memorable. It’s cold and I was also able to improve my English.”]
Ash Ortega (InstaDad)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Bohol—First time kong pumunta doon three years ago noong nag-shoot ako for an indie film. Nalibot ko ‘yung lugar at sobrang ganda talaga. Sobrang na-amaze ako sa Chocolate Hills and the tarsiers. That’s why kahit magpabalik-balik ako doon, hindi ako magsasawa.” [“Bohol – My first time to visit was three years ago when I shot an indie film. I was able to see the Chocolate Hills and the tarsiers. That’s why I won’t tire of going back.”]
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“When I represented the country for an ice skating competition in Malaysia, I won eight medals kaya ‘yun ang pinaka-memorable travel destination ko.” [“When I represented the country for an ice skating competition in Malaysia, I won eight medals which is why that’s my most memorable travel destination.”]
James Wright (GMA Records)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Baguio—First time I performed out of Manila and first time I was shivering while singing on stage.”
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Hong Kong—It’s my home.”
Matet de Leon (InstaDad)
Favorite travel destination in the Philippines:
“Bukidnon—Na-in love ako sa lugar na ‘yun noong nagpunta ako last 2011. Talagang maganda sa Bukidnon,sobra! Nagustuhan ko rin ‘yung white water rafting sa Cagayan de Oro.” [Bukidnon – I fell in love with the place when I went there in 2011. It’s really beautiful there! I also liked the white water rafting in Cagayan de Oro.”]
Most memorable travel destination outside the country:
“Well, hindi pa ako ulit lumalabas ng bansa pero I’m happy nakapunta na ako sa Japan.” [“Well, I haven’t been out of the country lately but I’m happy that I’ve been able to go to Japan.”]
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