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Year: 2014

The Kingdom of Batanes

The Kingdom of Batanes

Basco (Naidi) Lighthouse from a distance Batanes, ah! In my three decades of existence, I have never dreamed about a place so much as I did about B. Ever since I was a child I would often yearn to go to Scotland to experience that European magic. But of course […]

Davao: Life Is Indeed Here

Davao: Life Is Indeed Here

After visiting General Santos City and Lake Sebu of South Cotabato, my friend and I spent the next two days in Davao City. It was my first time here. But due to lack of time, we only get to visit the town proper and a […]

Lake Sebu:  The Paradise of the Dreamweavers

Lake Sebu: The Paradise of the Dreamweavers

Upon watching the indie film K’Na, The Dreamweaver, I knew immediately that I had to step foot in Lake Sebu and mingle with the colorful T’boli people. The opportunity presented itself when my friend Mai asked me to come with her trip. Without second thoughts, […]

Wander Photo:  Brave in Bangalore

Wander Photo: Brave in Bangalore

It has been more than a year since I stepped foot in India. Until now I still can not believe that I was able to land my itchy feet in that colorful country. Here’s to lifetime of beautiful memories, starting off with being brave in […]

Microtel Gensan by Wyndham: The Better Choice

Microtel Gensan by Wyndham: The Better Choice

Everyone deserves a good place to stay if traveling to an unfamiliar territory. If you are visiting General Santos City either for business or as a jump-off point to nearby towns, Microtel GenSan is a great place to stay. Ideal Location Tucked inside the posh Valley […]

Help Save Boljoon’s Ili Rock

Help Save Boljoon’s Ili Rock

I have fallen in love with this rustic town the moment i stepped foot on its shores. Boljoon’s center has successfully preserved its old-world charm and integrity, making it a possible UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate. It is beautiful.  Isn’t it?  Now this view is […]

Baroque Churches of the Philippines

Baroque Churches of the Philippines

As a lover of old churches, it was my secret mission to lay eyes on the four world renowned churches in the country. The Philippines boasts of four churches listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Baroque Church Category 1. San Agustin Church Intramuros, Manila Photo by […]

Boljoon’s Nuestra Señora de Patrocinio Parish Church

Boljoon’s Nuestra Señora de Patrocinio Parish Church

Boljoon is a heritage town. Boljoon Church or the Patrocinio de Maria Parish serves as the town’s main tourist attraction. The parish was established in 1599 while the present church was finished in 1873. A National Historical Marker stands before the church and is declared as a […]

Boljoon’s Past Inside This Balay

Boljoon’s Past Inside This Balay

Let us take a closer what’s inside this Balay (house). This is the ancestral home of a former Church Monsignor. This is a must-do when visiting Boljoon as one can take a peek from Boljoon’s cultural past.    Weaving used to thrive here. Sadly, this culture […]

The Varied Old Homes of Boljoon

The Varied Old Homes of Boljoon

But of course, a visit to a lovely heritage town like Boljoon would not be complete without discovering its pot of gold: its ancestral homes. The old homes of Boljoon seems more on the mix of American-influence and of traditional architecture. I truly enjoyed walking along […]