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Jan 20, 2012, 9:08 pm
Divisoria Malls such as 168, 11/88, and 999 malls are the main reason I usually do not shop too much when I’m abroad. I check the price and realize that I could get the same product at an even lower price at Divisoria malls. 168 Mall is the most well-known mall in Divisoria, Binondo Manila, Comment - Like
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Dec 2, 2011, 5:35 am
I thought I’ve seen them all. Having traveled to so many beach resorts in the Philippines, they seem to look and feel the same. On our Coron Palawan trip, however, Malcapuya was a refreshing surprise. I run out of superlatives when describing Malcapuya Beach, and that’s no exaggeration. Should y... Comment - Like
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Nov 23, 2011, 9:22 am
Mount Tapyas in Coron Palawan offers one of the most spectacular view of Coron Islands, so it’s highly recommended to go up this mountain if ever you are to visit Coron. It’s best to climb it early morning to see the sunrise, or before night falls to see the sun setting on Coron Bay. After Comment - Like
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Nov 14, 2011, 8:58 am
Coron Palawan trips are typically mostly island hopping tours simply because Coron is home to some of the world’s most gorgeous beaches and corals. Half the beauty of Coron is beneath the water’s surface. Coron Palawan is a treat to travelers who are into snorkeling, diving, and nature tripping.... Comment - Like
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Nov 2, 2011, 6:01 am
On our trip to Coron, Palawan, we tried two different ways of exploring the Calamianes group of islands. First, we joined an organized tour via a tour operator. We chose to book with Calamianes Expeditions & EcoTours since it seems to offer relatively cheap island hopping tours. On the next day, we ... Comment - Like
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Sep 9, 2011, 11:55 pm
Magellan’s Cross is probably the most important historical marker in Cebu City. There is nothing grand or extravagant about this tourist attraction, except that it symbolizes a very important event in history. On a day tour around Cebu, tourists are recommended to visit this site, where Christiani... Comment - Like
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Sep 8, 2011, 2:55 am
On my return visit to Cebu, me and my friends went back to Basilica del Santo Niño to light a candle at the church. Candle-lighing at the church is part of the tradition in the city, reflecting the religious past of the people of Cebu. Outside Santo Niño Basilica were women offering candles for sa... Comment - Like
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Jul 8, 2011, 9:08 am
Guimaras Island seems to me, an unspoiled land. It’s very rural and peaceful, with lush vegetation all over. Most important thing to remember about Guimaras is that it is home to the best mangoes in the Philippines. Guimaras beaches are also fun to explore. Guimaras Island, however, is not only ab... Comment - Like
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Jun 29, 2011, 7:57 am
Guimaras Island – Our first activity on the list was to go island hopping aboard a boat that brought us to different islands and islets as well as other resorts in Guimaras. I’m one island hopping enthusiast merely because I enjoy boat rides and love seeing new and unique islands. We stayed at R... Comment - Like
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Jun 17, 2011, 8:07 am
In light of the massive fish kill incidents in Luzon, there is much to learn from the mariculture park demo farm on Guimaras Island. On our recent trip to Guimaras Island, we went on an island hopping tour, which included a quite interesting trip to a mariculture park demo farm. The aquaculture park... Comment - Like
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May 17, 2011, 2:21 am
Pahiyas Festival is one of the most interesting and colorful fiestas in the Philippines. Held every May 15th in Lucban, Quezon Province, Pahiyas Festival is a special time when the locals give thanks to their patron saint, San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of farmers. During Pahiyas Festival Lucban ... Comment - Like
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Apr 8, 2011, 6:12 am
Vigan Heritage Village in Ilocos Sur is stunningly beautiful at night. I made a blog post to feature romantic Vigan at Night, but I thought it’s just right to showcase it during the day, where all the interesting details are best captured. Vigan was part of our Ilocos to Pangasinan tour. We first ... Comment - Like
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Mar 21, 2011, 10:36 am
Caliraya Lake, Laguna is one of the most accessible travel destinations for Metro Manila residents wishing to take a relaxing break from the busy city life. Caliraya Lake, located in the town of Lumban, Laguna, is about 2 hours away from Manila and very near Laguna Lake. Visitors to Caliraya Lake ar... Comment - Like
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Mar 3, 2011, 5:47 am
Corregidor Island stands as a memorial to the Philippines’ war history, its walls and ruins each telling a story of courage, valor, honor, amidst the heartbreak and suffering that war brought with it. Corregidor Island is a boat ride away from Manila Bay. In the past, it served as a strategic fort... Comment - Like
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Jan 27, 2011, 9:53 am
Chinatown in Binondo, Manila, may not be the cleanest, most pleasant place in the Philippines, but visitors usually leave happy, having found the best that the Filipino-Chinese community can offer. As a digger of cheap but worthwhile buys, I tend to frequent Chinatown in Binondo, Manila. Of course, ... Comment - Like
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Sep 27, 2010, 2:46 am
Puerto Princesa, Palawan is popular for its gorgeous beaches, so one fun way to spend a day in Puerto Princesa is to board a boat from Honda Bay pier and hop from one island to another. Island hopping tours are available from tour operators, but tourists can also opt to hire tricycles to bring them Comment - Like
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Sep 15, 2010, 6:53 am
Although I’m still biased towards Eng-Bee-Tin when it comes to hopia, Baker’s Hill in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, was still a good visit for me. I was much impressed by the homey and relaxing feel of the gardens of this bakeshop. Baked products are good too. Baker’s Hill specializes in hopia, bu... Comment - Like
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Aug 12, 2010, 10:19 am
Underground River tour was at the top of our itinerary in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is said to be the longest navigable subterranean river in the world. The cave is such a unique beauty, and as I look back... Comment - Like
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Aug 6, 2010, 5:14 am
Crocodile Farm is the highlight of typical city tours in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, though it is not my favorite trip because I still find them quite scary. But the Crocodile Farm tour is quite educational and was surprising fun for children. The tour, worth 20 pesos per person, takes visitors throug... Comment - Like
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Aug 1, 2010, 11:18 pm
We rave about the Underground River tours and the island hopping trip, but for me, the best part of our Puerto Princesa trip was Sabang Beach. Palawan boasts of many lovely beaches, including El Nido, which is some eight hours away by bus from Palawan’s capital city, Puerto Princesa. But if you wa... Comment - Like
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May 30, 2010, 2:38 am
50’s Diner is one place to remember when looking for a good place to eat in Baguio. I have fond memories of 50’s Diner in Baguio City years ago when it was located across Burnham Park. There’s a big difference. 50’s Diner was more spacious then, and the waitresses moved around on skates, giv... Comment - Like
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May 27, 2010, 1:11 am
Strawberry Farm in La Trinidad, Benguet lets visitors pick the strawberries themselves. Tourists can choose a farm for their strawberry-picking and pay for their harvest afterward. Price per kilo is slightly higher than if they were to buy the strawberries pre-packed by the vendors. Still, it’s a ... Comment - Like
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May 20, 2010, 3:27 am
Baguio City is the first place that comes to mind as one thinks of an escape from the sweltering El Nino heat in Manila. Baguio is also currently experiencing summery heat during the day, but it’s not at all like the shocking and unbearable temperatures in Metro Manila. Most people go to SM Baguio... Comment - Like
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Dec 17, 2009, 5:45 am
It’s December, and while everybody else is partying their hearts out, we thought it would be a fine time to visit Mount Pinatubo Crater Lake. Our trek to this magnificent volcano was a great trip to end the year. I’ve seen the crater lake in pictures so many times before, but it’s nothing like... Comment - Like
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Nov 25, 2009, 8:27 am
BenCab Museum turned out to be a fine art refuge one rainy afternoon we were vacationing in Baguio City. Many tourists were visiting the museum that day, famous undeniably for the name it carries. Named after celebrated national artist Ben Cabrera, this art gallery provides a friendly maze for explo... Comment - Like
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Nov 14, 2009, 5:51 am
A splendid Baguio morning for me would be waking up very early, breathing the cool air outside, knowing that I’m far from Manila for a while, having a walk at Burnham Park or at some quiet place, and then getting breakfast at Café by the Ruins. It would be forgivable to forgo the waking up Comment - Like
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Nov 9, 2009, 5:55 am
Bacolod is best known for its Masskara Festival, a truly festive event that culminates with an extravagant street parade filled with colorful masks. Without Masskara Festival, however, Bacolod isn’t really seen as a tourist destination. Bacolod doesn’t have scenic beaches, typical of places like... Comment - Like
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Nov 6, 2009, 3:57 am
The Ruins in Talisay City, Negros Occidental is what remained of the grand mansion that Don Mariano Lacson built, following the death of his first wife, Maria Braga. Built in memory of Maria Braga, the mansion became the residence of Don Mariano and his unmarried children. Today, it is a tourist att... Comment - Like
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Nov 3, 2009, 7:27 am
When we took a weekend trip to Bacolod, we commuted to Silay to explore two ancestral houses: Bernardino-Ysabel Jalandoni Ancestral House and Victor Fernandez Gaston Ancestral House, a.k.a., Balay Negrense.
One of the ancestral houses claims to have a Stradivarius violin in its possession, the oth... Comment - Like
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