Part 3: Trip to El Nido, Palawan Day 3 - Island Hopping Tour C (Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Helicopter Island)

Here's what we did on our El Nido island hopping Tour C.

Sunset in Corong Corong

Part 2: Trip to El Nido, Palawan Day 2 - Island Hopping Tour A (Small Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, Papaya Beach)

The next day, we were very much excited with our island hopping trip.  Well, being first timers, we opt to choose the famous and default Tour A and Tour C because we only have limited time that we wouldn't be able to avail all of the island hopping tours in El Nido.

Corong Corong in the morning.

Part 1: Trip to El Nido, Palawan Day 1 - How To Get To El Nido | Telesfora Beach Cottages | Corong Corong | Art Cafe

Batangas: Summer Company Outing at Stilts Resort in Calatagan

Last month, our company went to Stilts Resort in Calatagan, Batangas for a summer outing.  I wasn't able to join for the last two summer outing, but thankfully, I was present this year. :)

Calatagan beach front

Quezon City Foodtrip: Bulaluhan sa N. Ramirez

Beef Bulalo, aka Beef Shank Soup, is a dish that is achieved by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until the collagen and fat has melted into the clear broth. Bulalo is native to the Southern Luzon region of the Philippines.  Every time the weather gets cold, some of us would think of getting a hot bowl of Bulalo.  Eating Bulalo is also famous in Tagaytay because it is perfect for the cold weather.  But if you're just around Welcome Rotonda in Quezon City, there's this humble dining place where you can eat and try Bulalo. 

entrance in Bulaluhan sa N. Ramirez

Zambales: Crystal Beach Resort & Surf For Life Music Festival

It was December of 2013 when me and my friends attended a surf and music festival in Zambales, an event called Surf For Life, for the benefit of people from Guiuan, Samar.  The event was held in Crystal Beach Resort in San Narciso, Zambales.  I've never been to other resorts in San Narciso, in fact I haven't explore Zambales that much. But, I feel like when you're in Crystal Beach its like hitting two birds in one stone.  You get to experience camping or sleeping on a nipa hut but the resorts facilities are merely available for your convenience.

 

Quezon City: Photowalk at UP Diliman and Quezon City Circle

Last year, my officemates decided to do a photowalk session around UP Diliman and Quezon City Memorial Circle.  It was a short afternoon trip nevertheless we enjoyed the stroll.  

    

beautiful trees around UP

Zumba Class / Schedule in Quezon City

Zumba with Kristie

Zumba is a dance fitness program created by Colombian dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez during the 1990s. It involves dance and aerobic elements. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo.  Every once in a while, I join Zumba classes.  I love Zumba! That being said, I made a list of gym and dance studio who offers Zumba classes in Quezon City.  What I like about Zumba is you don't need to memorize the steps, you just have to follow the instructor. It doesn't matter if you're great at dancing or not.  What's important is you just enjoy the exercise routine.

To gym and studio owners: Please email or message me on facebook if you'd like me to update the info below.

Disclaimer: Rates and schedule may change without prior notice.  Kindly contact them!

Boracay Activities: Things To Do In Boracay

A small island in the Philippines located in Aklan Province, is one of the famous beaches in the Philippines called Boracay. The long stretch of powdery white sand, the turquoise water, plus the many activities available, makes it widely known to many tourists.  

Travel Guide: Siquijor Itinerary and Expenses

     

Here's our itinerary and expenses during our visit in Siquijor. 

70's Bistro: Coffee Break Island | The Chongkeys | Wilabaliw | Franco

It's been a long time since my last visit in 70's Bistro.  Me and my officemates got the chance to watch a gig there.  I'm a Franco fan and our experience was a blast. Not only we saw Franco play his music but watching other artists such as Coffee Break Island, The Chongkeys and Wilabaliw were totally worth the wait.

SM Mall of Asia's 5th Philippine International PyroMusical Competition 2014 - China vs Germany

Last Mar 8, I was able to witness the glorious Pyromusical display of China and Germany in SM Mall of Asia. It was my second time already, the first one was when UK and Spain showcase their fireworks. 

Again, here's the schedule for the 5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition.  You still have one more chance to see it!! The upcoming week, March 22, is the last one.  It is where USA and our very own Philippines will get their time to shine. 

February 15, 2014 - Philippines (Opening Exhibition) & Australia
February 22, 2014 - Spain & UK
March 1, 2014 - France & Japan
March 8, 2014 - China & Germany
March 15, 2014 - Finland & Canada
March 22, 2014 - USA & Philippines (Closing Exhibition)

Ticket prices are Php 100 (Silver), Php 300 (Gold), Php 500 (VIP), and Php 1,500 (Patron with dinner) respectively.  Time shows are usually around 7 or 7:30pm and 8 or 8:30pm wherein each display lasts for more or less 15-20 minutes.  Tickets are available in SM ticket booth, Ticketnet, and Ticketworld outlets.

SM Mall of Asia's 5th Philippine International PyroMusical Competition 2014 - Spain vs UK

If you're thinking of doing something over the weekend, why don't you try watching the 5th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition in SM Mall of Asia (MOA) every Saturday until March 22.  The Pyromusical competition already started last Feb 15, 2014 with an opening exhibition by the Philippines courtesy of Platinum Fireworks. I missed the opening but lucky I got the opportunity to see last week's fireworks by Spain and UK.

Chinese New Year 2014: The Colors of Binondo

Chinese New Year also known as the Spring Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated at the turn of Chinese calendar.  Binondo is one of the busiest destination in the Philippines during Chinese New Year with all of the tourists, media people, photography clubs, and vendors flocking along the streets, perhaps strolling around, buying some good old lucky charms or making their way to taste some delicacies Binondo is known for.

Year 2014 is the Year of the Horse according to Chinese Horoscope

Part2: Trip to Siquijor Day 2 - Things to do in Siquijor | Places to See

Siquijor island is an island in the province of central Visayas region.  It is called Isla del Fuego by the Spaniards (aka Island of Fire) because back then, thousands of glowing fireflies would cluster on molave trees at night.  It is also called the Mystic Island because of the famous healing traditions and myths on supernatural and sorcery that makes it mysterious.

lovely sunset in Siquijor <3

Part1: Trip to Siquijor Day 1 - Sta. Monica Beach Club Resort and Dumaguete Port

Last year, I felt like I wanted to visit Siquijor so bad I asked my friends to join me in a trip. It's been a long while since I had a trip to Visayas, and Neil, Matt, Angel, joined me without thinking twice. :)

Isla Lipana Revealed The Top 10 Emerging Philippine Gems

No more waiting!  Isla Lipana and Co., a member firm of Pricewaterhouse Coopers in the Philippines, with the help of Fleishman-Hillard Manila, recently announced and revealed the Top 10 Emerging Philippine Gems.  If you will recall, Isla Lipana celebrated their 91st anniversary and part of the celebration is the company's social responsibility project which is to help finding tourist destinations in the Philippines.  The firm started with a list 175 destinations gathered from their employees and online travel bloggers and trimmed this down to 50. They evaluated the top 25 Philippine Gems, top 10 emerging tourist destination in the Philippines which they opened for public online voting from June 26 to September 25.

Iloilo - Guimaras DIY Travel Guide | 3 Days / 2 Nights Itinerary and Expenses

Part3: Iloilo - Guimaras Day 2 & 3 - Exploring Iloilo | Things to Do in Iloilo

After our Guimaras trip, we went back to Iloilo to explore more.  We reached the city around late afternoon.  From Ortiz Wharf, we took a cab to reach Ong Bun Pension House.

beautiful fountain at Plazuela De Iloilo

Part2: Iloilo - Guimaras Day 2 - Island Hopping in Guimaras and Guisi Lighthouse

Alubihod Beach in the morning

 Good morning Guimaras! It was a pleasant first day and we're excited to explore more. On our 2nd day in Guimaras, we went for some island hopping before going back to Iloilo.   As I've said in the previous part of this trip series, we chose Raymen Beach Resort because we need other travelers to join us in renting the boat to split cost.  Another couple from Cebu join us as well. We're now 6!!