Our Taal Vista Staycation

What joy it was when I had a staycation in Taal Vista Hotel with someone special. After picking up Sue at the airport, we went straight to Coastal bus terminal where we got a ride going to Tagaytay.

A Walk Within the Streets of Binondo

Located across the Pasig River from Intramuros, Binondo has typified a small Chinese town, and is referred to as the local "China Town". The district is the centre of commerce and trade for all types of businesses run by Filipino-Chinese merchants.

Exploring Mt. Daraitan

xploring new places is what I like the most.. Those places not so much visited, nature well-preserved, great view, calm environment.

Bucket List: Mt. Pulags Sea of Clouds

It took me quite a while to be able to said 'YES' to the several invites given by scouting colleagues in high school. And finally, I did it! I was able to climb and reach the summit of the highest mountain in Luzon - MT. PULAG.

Conquering Mt. Pico de Loro

Considered the highest mountain of the province of Cavite, Mt. Pico De Loro (also known as Mt. Palay-Palay) is so called because of a unique rock formation near its summit. Pico De Loro, in Spanish, means Parrot’s Beak.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Exploring Mt. Daraitan

Exploring new places is what I like the most.. Those places not so much visited, nature well-preserved, great view, calm environment. These, me and my former colleagues encountered when we trekked to MT. DARAITAN..

Bacolod Travelogue - Part 2: The Ruins

Our road trip to an historic landmark in Talisay, Negros Occidental - THE RUINS!

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Bacolod Travelogue - Part 1: Melba's Farm

Check out my trip to Bacolod and San Carlos, Negros Occidental during my birthday last year..

Monday, July 15, 2013

Pintaflores Festival 2012 Experience

In connection with my birthday trip in Bacolod and San Carlos, I got to see up close the initial preparations for the Pintaflores Festival. 

Sunday, July 14, 2013

My Holy Week Backpacking in the Metro

Holy week has just passed. Some spent it at the beach/out of town while some just stayed at home, just like me. But part of usual routine during the Holy week is the Visita Iglesia. I was supposed to travel with some photographer friends in Pampanga for that but due the sudden changes of work schedule, I had to do  the Visita Iglesia around the metro.


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Aliwan Fiesta 2013 Experience

The Philippines is one country know for its colorful and festive celebrations. Tourists in and out of the country would take time witness such festivals. And for those who are don't that luxury of time and finance need not worry. There is one celebration where in you can be able see and watch personally almost every festival in one setting - THE ALIWAN FIESTA!