A recent visit to Samar made us wonder why, despite its rugged splendor and various attractions, it hasn’t drawn as many tourists as Boracay or Palawan.
“Hindi pa nga kami nakakabawi, bagyo na naman. Prayers talaga ang kailangan,” the lady merchant spoke gently as she showed me her beautifully woven items. Though there was some fear in her eyes over what might happen, her voice remained steady and hopeful.