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| This blog is dedicated to everyone who wants to travel to the Philippines. i wish to give you all the information and help i can give to make your vacation here an unforgettable one. |
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| Can You Keep Up |
| 2008-04-24 01:48:00 |
Cocomangas Bar in Boracay is one of the place to party hard in the island and it is also famous for its "Still Standing After 15" its a set of 15 hard drinks and if you were able to drink it all up and still alive you got a free shirt,your name engrave on the walls of the bar and 1 point for your country. so before you try it watch the video on how they do it. i always wanted to try it but i dont think i can finish all 15 hehe. so i just stick to their Illusion Drink....
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| First Year Blog Anniversary |
| 2008-04-21 04:51:00 |
Wow its been a year since i started this blog. and after almost 40,000 site visit im still at it hehe. thansk to all the people who have visited my blog especially those on a regular basis thanks. and to those who love to leave comments and sending me emails thanks and forgive me if im late in replying on your mails and questions. to all the blogger that have linked me up thanks and more power to your blogs too. im goin to bora this sat to celebrate lol. more power to me......
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| Travel News: Universal Studios Theme Park Soon To Rise In RP |
| 2008-04-08 02:11:00 |
Universal Studios theme park soon to rise in RPBy Zinnia De La PeñaMonday, April 7, 2008The arrival of a Universal Studios theme park in the Philippines is creating a huge buzz after the Genting Berhad Group secured the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp.(Pagcor)’s nod for its proposed project within the Las Vegas-like Bagong Nayong Pilipino-Manila Bay Integrated Tourism City.Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer Efraim Genuino said the Genting Group has committed to develop 35 hectares of the 90-hectare prime reclaimed land facing Manila Bay into a world-class tourist destination.Genuino said the Genting Berhad Group is planning to invest $3 billion in the Manila Bay Integrated City, the Philippines’ bigges...
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| Holy Week Destinations in the Philippines |
| 2008-03-02 14:02:00 |
Holy week is just around the corner. for some its a season to pray and for forgiveness for all the sin they have committed while for some its a time for a vacation over a hard days of work. well for me i usually celebrate my holy week with family except for last 2006 as i went to Boracay with a friend. but for this year i will just stay at home. and for those of you who are going to visit Philippines for the holy week here are some of the places worth visiting for the Lenten season.La Union is fast becoming a favorite among local and foreign tourist especially for surfing enthusiast it is dub as the "Surfing Capital of the North" as well as " The Pilgrimage Capital of the North". The stretch of white and gray sand ...
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| Vote For Tubbataha Reef |
| 2008-02-16 19:24:00 |
Please Vote for our very own Tubbataha Reef to make it to the New7Wonders of Nature. along side with the other natural wonders of the south east asian region. Tubbataha's currently at rank 28. so what are you waiting for? if we help our Ms. Philippines bring home the miss Photogenic award in the Ms. Universe pageant every year im sure we can put Tubbataha to the 7 wonders of the world.To Vote Click Here...
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| Trip To Puerto Galera |
| 2008-01-28 00:59:00 |
I had an emergency trip to Puerto Galera last week i havent been there in 2 years so i was so excited about it. my friend ela went there first then i follow on sunday morning there are lot of changes starting from the port its more organize now not to mention the x-ray machine they have a very convenient way to check out luggage. and no more unauthorize people inside the port asking you to do this,do that can i bring this etc etc. the only hassle i experience was when i rode this boat to white beach, i arrive at the Batangas port at 11 am and most of the boat are already leaving next trip will be 11:15 to 11:30 i was so excited and i don't feel like staying at the port for a about 15 mins so i decided to take the 11 am trip with this Father n Son Lines and i tell you its a waste of time th...
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| Travel News: 4.17B Panglao Airport Project |
| 2008-01-11 06:13:00 |
The National Economic and Development Authority Board has approved a P4.17-billion project to build an airport in Panglao, Bohol.In a statement released Thursday, NEDA said the airport supports the government's thrust to make Central Philippines a major tourist destination."The Panglao Airport Development Project... envisions opening up Central Visayas to more economic activities as well as enhancing the tourism potential of Bohol," NEDA said."This is expected to reduce travel time and cost of transporting goods and people. The project will also serve as a gateway for major tourist destinations in Bohol from other parts of the country and abroad," it added.The proposed airport will be bu...
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| Feature Resort: Pearl Farm Resort Davao |
| 2008-01-03 23:43:00 |
Happy New Year and im back to blogging and for my first post for the new year would love to feature a fantastic resort down south of the Philippines and thats none other than the Pearl Farm Davao its my first time to post about a resort in Mindanao as i havent been there yet but some friends and relatives have told me so much about the tourist spot there and it is really worth a visit so im planning to go down there this year. ok back to the Pearl Farm it is located in the southern part of the Philippines and belong to the Samal Group Of Islands a group of islands consist of nice islands. The Samal island is beautiful,tranquil and exotic with a white powdery b...
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| Ayayayy... Boracay! |
| 2007-12-22 00:29:00 |
Boracay the party island of the Philippines probably one of the best place on earth. been there twice too bad wasnt able to go this year. but definitely next summer i always been planning of going during the christmas season but i just cant as christmas must be spend with my family but hopefully someday the whole clan can go spend our christmas there hehe. anyway i havent post a formal Boracay post but i did feature some resorts and videos about this magnificent island. a few months ago i saw a music video entitled Ayayayy Boracay in Living Asia Channel i want to post that time but cant find it in you tube and thankfully they have it youtube now so would love to share it you its a nice song about falling in love with Boracay. enjoy and book your flight now. nothing beats Christmas in Borac...
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| Manila View From The Top |
| 2007-12-20 19:38:00 |
I have spend a few days at my friends condo in Malate,Manila and was able to snag a few shots of manila up above. the last time i post a picture of Manila was last november and was able to capture the area of Sta Cruz going to Las Pinas you can check that post here. well this time its all about the Malate Area,Baywalk and Makati City from a far. enjoy....The Pan Pacific HotelMakatiBaywalkM.H Del Pilar St.Manila Yacht ClubA Clear View of Makati SkylineManila By Night...
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| Travel News: PHILIPPINE HILOT WINS IN ASIA SPA AWARDS |
| 2007-12-07 13:56:00 |
Hilot, the Philippine’s own brand of touch therapy, is earning international fame as the prestigious 2007 AsiaSpa Awards recently recognized Mandala Spa & Villas Boracay’s Hilot Trilogy as Holistic Treatment of the Year. According to Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano, “We congratulate Mandala for bagging this award. Citations of this magnitude indicate that our health and wellness destinations and services are definitely at par with world standards. They also open to us more opportunities in developing this type of industry.” Established in 2005, the AsiaSpa Awards continues to be one of the industr...
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| Feature Resort: Badian Island Resort and Spa |
| 2007-11-26 09:03:00 |
Looking for a perfect place for your wedding or honeymoon getaway? well worry no more as im going to feature the fabulous Badian Island Resort in the queen city of the south Cebu. Badian Island Resort is a private resort in the Island of Cebu equipped with luxirous suites, Resort own Spa,Restaurants,Bars and very own private island with white sandy beaches. making it one of the countries top honeymoon destination. The natural beauty of the island is breathtaking. Lush palms speckle the private sandy beach that slowly slips into the azure lagoon. A white tongue of sand whisks you out into an inspiring world between heaven and ocean. staying at Badian is like heaven especially if your with someone so special.Getting There:...
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| Manila Manila Manila |
| 2007-11-22 14:58:00 |
Hello everyone its been a while since i last update my blog i have been busy this past few weeks been to Pampanga twice this month. so sorry especially for those who have emailed me reallly sorrry anyway im back and hope i can answer all you questions and post all the destinations that is bein requested. anyway i would love to share with you my Pictionary of Manila while im riding the bus on my way home. hope you like it.The Post Office BuildingThe National Museum i think its undergoing a lil restoration.Rizal Park or better known as LunetaManila Street SweeperThe NBI Headquarters. our version of FBIThe Supreme Court BuildingPhilippine General HospitalSidewalk VendorsTaft AvenueDe La Salle University one of the best university in the PhilippinesGreen Roof Mc Donald For the Green Archers (L...
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| Commercial Break: Wow Davao |
| 2007-11-02 02:43:00 |
I would love to share with you ths music video of Davao. one of the most sought after destination in the south....
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| 10 Things To Do In The Philippines |
| 2007-10-24 01:26:00 |
I saw an American Express Select Booklet last night at the living room so i check it out. its a selection of establishments that offer savings for American Express Card holder such as accommodation,dining,beauty and spa,car rentals and travel and tours. the booklet is for the cardholders traveling in the Philippines so they have some maps of the top Philippine destination and they also have the 10 thing you Must do in the Philippines. so i would love to share it with you in case your not an American Express Card holder and doest have the Select Booklet.1. Wander around Manila Bay and experience the most dramatic sunset in the world.2. Visit the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino in Cebu where the miraculous Santo Nino image, the oldest religous relic in t...
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| Events: Beyonce Experience Live |
| 2007-10-22 12:18:00 |
Y'all ready for B? oh yeah she is coming to rock the Philippines. on November 7 at The Fort Taguig. for info about Tickets Cilck Here....
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| Travel News: Philippines Hosts International Medical Tourism Conference |
| 2007-10-21 03:41:00 |
The country’s top medical and wellness facilities and resort destinations take center stage as the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that it is organizing the 2nd International Medical Conference (IMTC 2007). The event will be held on November 19-23 at the Hotel Intercontinental Manila in Makati City. According to Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano, “I am calling on local stakeholders in the medical tourism industry, such as hospitals, wellness resorts, and healthcare financing services, tour operators and transportation companies to participate in this event and take advant...
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| Destination: Siargao Island |
| 2007-10-13 01:58:00 |
Siargao Island is one of the two major island in Surigao del Norte. once an isolated and rugged territory back in the 80's is now one of the worlds best surfing destination it is dubbed as the The Surfing Capital of The Philippines its famous break the "Cloud 9" rank among the top 10 best waves in the world according to "Surf Magazine" and hailed as one of the 5 toughest breaks in the world along with the breaks of Hawaii and Australia. but Siargao is not all about surfing its also a place for island hopping,diving and just sun bathing on its powdery white sand beaches. so you dnnt have to worry if you cant surf as there are islets nearby that offers crystal blue water and powdery white sand for a pure relaxation.Get...
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| Travel News: Palawan Voted As The Best Beach In Asia By Conde Nast Traveler |
| 2007-10-08 00:52:00 |
Conde Nast Traveler one of the most respected and widely read travel magazine voted Palawan as the Best Beach in Asia on their Great Asian Beach Finder article. Palawan stands out among other beaches here in asia also on the list are Phuket,Bali,Maldives and Langkawi. Palawan was consider as the countries last frontier it houses 2 of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the coral rich Tubbataha Reefs and Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park. also Palawan was on the list of Conde Nast !2th Annual "Green List".Read The Full Story Here...
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| Hotel: The Tides Boracay |
| 2007-10-07 01:19:00 |
The Philippine's finest island truly deserved the finest hotel and joining in the roaster of Boracay's finest hotels and resort is the The Tides Boracay a designer hotel and the only one in the island located in the heart of Boracay. owned by a group of Manila's Elite Crowd this places definitely going to be the hottest place to be seen in Boracay. i definitely checking this place soon the hotel's design was great and the resort was equipped with a first class amenities and features 60 stylish room to beat,luxirious bathrooms,flat screen tv's in each room,mini bar on their exeptional room,a cafe and take this a sundeck lounge with infinity pool.Room RatesThe Hotel Have 2 Kinds of Room TheEssential Room $120 and theExceptional Romm $160So what are you waiti...
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| Free Burma |
| 2007-10-06 15:08:00 |
Its supposed to be posted on Oct 04 but better late than never please click on the picture and see what you can do to Free Burma...
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| Commercial Break |
| 2007-10-01 12:30:00 |
As i was browsing for the song "Tender Love" in Youtube i came acroos this video by likha with the song "Tender Love" but with the beautiful picture of El Nido, Palawan i have enjoyed both the song and the view its so beautiful and relaxing so i decided to share it here....
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| Menu: Lechon Baboy (Roast Pig) |
| 2007-09-26 22:26:00 |
Lechon baboy is one of the highlight of Filipinofestivities, birthdays, wedding, family reunion and christmas parties. the dish was introduced by the Spaniards centuries ago while some evidence link it to Chinese immigrants. the most favorite part of Lechon is its crispy skin then dip into a liver base sauce yum. Lechon is a very delicious dish but some wasn't cook right thats why the skin was not that yummy and crispy. and what i like the best about lechon is its left over and transformed into another dish called Lechon Paksiw. pig is not the only animal that can be roast other popular form of lechon are chicken and cow. chicken is very much affordable and can be bought almost in every corner of the country. La Loma the area between the boundary of Manila and Quezon City is the "Lechon C...
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| Travel News: Tourism Sector Believes 2007 Will Be a Milestone Year |
| 2007-09-24 13:33:00 |
“This will be a milestone year for the tourism industry,” Tourism Secretary Ace Durano declared. “First semester statistics registered more than 1.5 million foreign tourist arrivals, and with the upbeat and sustained momentum of visitor influx into the country, we are looking at breaching, for the first time, the three million mark by year end,” he added. Latest figures released by the Department of Tourism (DOT) show that arrivals for the first half of the year registered a 7.6 percent growth compared to the same period last year –a figure that supports the optimistic forecast. With this welcome development and the upcoming pea...
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| Destination: Batanes |
| 2007-09-18 02:46:00 |
Batanes is the northernmost and the smallest province in the Philippines. it also has the smallest population in the country. the province is made up of 10 islands often called as the Batanes Group of Island. the province i can say is the most Beautiful province in the Philippines so beautiful that some Filipinos asked whenever they saw pictures of Batanes if its still a part of the country. the islands is made up of rolling hills, mountains,rocky and some white sand beach thats very rich with marine resources and rarest corals in the world. another good thing about Batanes is it has the lowest crime rate in the country so not just beautiful its also very safe to go there. visiting the island will be a great adventure and will be very relaxing you will be able to discover the province ri...
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| Top Dive Sites in the Philippines |
| 2007-09-12 01:31:00 |
Here are some of the most sought after dive sites in the Philippines. so gear up and lets get wet.Apo Island, DumagueteApo Island is a small volcanic island, 7km off the southeastern tip of Negros Island. it is one of the worlds best known community-organized marine sanctuary.Getting There:Negros Oriental is accesible by land, sea and air transportation: It is one hour and 15 minutes by plane from Manila, and 40 minutes from Cebu to Dumaguete City, capital of Negros Oriental. There are daily direct flights from Manila and Cebu. There are also daily sea voyages to and from different points in the Visayas and Mindanao and twice a week to and from Manila.Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park, Sulu SeaIts the Mother of all...
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