CHRISTMAS GIFTS IDEAS

It is that time of year again where twinkly lights filled the streets, jolly Christmas songs echo wherever you go, a sweater-weather day, and the season of gift giving. Have you thought about what to give for your special someone yet? Well, sit back, read and enjoy some of these few gift ideas.

BALER ADVENTURE: THE SURFING GAME

Aahh! Baler, Aurora, the “SURFING CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”. The sweet escape of every surf lover of the country.

BALER ADVENTURE: TREK DITUMABO MOTHER FALLS

One of the iconic highlights of visiting Baler, Auroa is an uphill trek to Ditumabo Falls, or known as the Mother Falls. Some say that you’re visit in Baler will not be complete without trekking up to this Falls. So, stick around to find out more juicy bits of the course.

BALER ADVENTURE: VISIT DOÑA AURORA'S HOUSE & MUSEO DE BALER

Ancestral houses and museums are just a few of our means of preserving historical artifacts and mementos that serve as strong proofs of how rich our culture is. Baler, Aurora, for one has sustained its priceless possessions for over many long years.

BALER ADVENTURE: DESTINATION WANDERS

Whenever we hear Baler, Aurora, the first thing that comes to mind is surfing, yes this is a fact, but the place has much more to offer other than that. It has wonderful hidden beauties of mother nature waiting to be marveled.

BALER ADVENTURE: TO SLEEP AND TO EAT

We travel not only to explore, but also to relax and escape from the commotions of reality. Thus, one simple solution is to head up to the infamous BALER, AURORA.

BALER ADVENTURE: BUDGET & ITINERARY

Aurora, Baler has emerged to become one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Philippines, not just by our local natives, but also foreign tourists. Known as the “SURFING CAPITAL” of the country, the province is packed by rookies and professional surfers all year round. So, if you are planning your next trip in this awesome place, stick around to find out more insights.

BLUE LAGOON RESORT AT FLORIDABLANCA PAMPANGA

A quick dip in the pool, with some slides along the distant neighborhood of Floridablanca Pampanga could definitely take your stress away from the hectic and busy commotion in Manila.

CLIMB MT. SAMAT IN PILAR BATAAN

The National Shrine of Mt. Samat, or in our native tongue "Dambana ng Kagitingan" is a historical shrine located in Pilar province of Bataan. It was commissioned by the late president Ferdinand Marcos to honor and remember the gallantry of Filipino and American soldiers who fought during the World War II.

HALFMOON BEACH RESORT AT OLONGGAPO SUBIC

UPDATE: Halfmoon Beach Resort is now known as Samba Blue Water Resort which is located near Subic Inflatable Island. Rates indicated on this blog may already be different from the actual rates.

Bask in the sun's heat...

Then bury your feet underneath the sand...

And dive into the fresh, and clear sea water...

Unwind.. Relax.. And let the fresh air take you to a whole new world..

OUR LADY OF MANAOAG AT DAGUPAN PANGASINAN

One of the most famous churches that Filipinos visit is the Our Lady of Manaoag Shrine in Dagupan Pangasinan. Devotees  all over the country that visit the church believe that she makes miracles. Though there's nothing wrong having that belief, so carry on with your sincere prayers.

HUNDRED ISLANDS AT ALAMINAOS PANGASINAN

Hundred Islands is a national park in Alaminos, Pangasinan. This is one of the listed tourist attractions taught to us during elementary and high school days. Now that we're old enough to travel, it's better to actually see and experience the islands rather than remain a black and white image from the textbooks.

EXPLORE BOLINAO PANGASINAN

It's summer time again!!! Are you folks ready to explore and seek some adventures? We don't need to travel across the country, we got it all here at the top of Western Luzon; Bolinao Pangasinan. So buckle up guys, it's going to be a long ride.

ROBBIE'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AT DAPMA

Dampa Fresh Seafood Restaurants. A must Try!!!

GOODBYE WISDOM TOOTH

The most agitating part at some point in our twenties, for me at least, is waiting for our wisdom teeth to appear. Lucky enough for those people whose wisdom teeth don't show up at all, but unfortunate for those people who have them. Apparently, I am one of those "unfortunate souls" - according to Ursula from The Little Mermaid.

2015 BOHOL SUMMER ADVENTURE PART 3

We are almost at the end of the Bohol adventure, but with still a lot of things to explore. So let's get it started.

2015 BOHOL SUMMER ADVENTURE PART 2

The day 2 of our Bohol adventure continued as we took on a whole day journey to the see the historical and top tourist destinations of Bohol. So let's begin...

2015 BOHOL SUMMER ADVENTURE PART 1

Philippines is rich not only with natural resources but also with culture and history. There's a lot of places to see, people to learn from and cities to explore. So I said to myself, one should get to see first the beauty of one's own country before the world, and here we are in the historical island of BOHOL.

DECEMBER AT PORACAY PAMPANGA

Beaches and pools are often associated during the scorching heat of summer, and I often wonder what it feels like taking a plunge during the cold season of December. That mouse's curiosity slowly turned into a reality when a few friends invited her for an overnight wander in Poracay Resort located in Porac, Pampanga.

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT TAGAYTAY

It was December of 2014 that my sister, my mom, and our flubby cat had a post-Christmas celebration in Tagaytay. We wanted to experience Christmas season with a cold breezy weather that was not too far from Manila. The fresh air, the greenery, and the high landscapes were perfect to escape the urban living.