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Bataan Nap

Sunday, 12 Feb 2012 | Views [255]

This was my first time in Bataan and this is what I did. I slept. I was just too tired to do anything. I didn't have the energy.

Tags: beach


Photos: Bataan Sunday

Sunday, 12 Feb 2012 | Flickr Photo Gallery


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Bye Cebu

Monday, 23 Jan 2012 | Views [290]

The good times always come to an end. There’s my ride home. I had a wonderful weekend in Cebu! Napakaganda ng Pilipinas(The Philippines is so beautiful)!

Tags: plane


Calle Colon

Sunday, 22 Jan 2012 | Views [218]

I was warned by the cab driverer that every specie of thief is present in Colon. Nevertheless, I took the risk and walked through it. Calle Colon was built and named after Christopher Columbus(Cristobal Colon) in 1565. It is the oldest street ... Read more >

Tags: street city


The Balloon Vendor

Sunday, 22 Jan 2012 | Views [787]

According to Richard Branson, "The balloons only have one life and the only way of finding out whether they work is to attempt to fly around the world." I agree with him! I think balloons are incrdible. That's why I enjoyed  watching ... Read more >

Tags: people


Old House

Sunday, 22 Jan 2012 | Views [326]

I had a chance to visit one of the three remaining old houses that dates back to the Spanish colonial period in the Pari-an district of Cebu. This lifestyle museum made me experience the rich kind of lifestyle of the 19th century.

Tags: history


Cebu Reunion

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [279]

I got a chance to see one of my first friends when I entered UPLB in Cebu City. We ate the famous Lechon Cebu at Zubu for dinner. I wasn't able to see him when I visited Davao City last summer. I really never expected we'll meet in Cebu. It's ... Read more >

Tags: food


Surprise, Surprise!

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [227]

I decided to take a short nap before visiting the Basilica del Sto. Niño when I arrived here in Cebu yesterday. My plan was to sleep for only thirty minutes, but I overslept I woke up at about 4:30 p.m. I was really disappointed when I ... Read more >

Tags: church candle dusk


The 490 Year-old Cross

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [247]

This 490-year old cross was established by one of the greatest explorer in history, Fernando Magallanes(Ferdinand Magellan). He arrived in the Philippines in April 1521 and was killed by a local guy(Lapu Lapu) less than a week later.  I ... Read more >

Tags: history cross ferdunand magellan


Cebu on Foot

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [238]

This is my first time to tour a city on my own. It's a great experience. I'm learning a lot and I'm having so much fun here in Cebu City!

Tags: city walking


The Illegal Photo

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [340]

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines requires that "all electronic devices must be switched off during takeoff and landing." Haha. I took this photo during takeoff. I was able to snap a few shots before the stewardess saw me.

Tags: sky


Getaway to Cebu

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [256]

It's time for me to forget my problems for a while. I'll travel to a new place to refresh my mind. I'm going to Cebu City, Cebu.


Photos: In Cebu

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Learning Backpacking

Saturday, 21 Jan 2012 | Views [345]

  I travel like a chick before. I bring a small luggage for a two day-trip just for clothes! Now, I'm like a soldier. I have mastered the art of traveling light. I only need a regular-size backpack for a three-day trip. The pack ... Read more >

Tags: backpack


The Firework Project

Sunday, 1 Jan 2012 | Views [350]

I knew photographing fireworks can be challenging but it's not impossible. So, I spent time learning some techniques on how to capture images of fireworks two days ago. The Filipino New Year Celebration is the perfect time to learn because fireworks ... Read more >

Tags: festival


Photos: New Year 2012

Sunday, 1 Jan 2012 | Flickr Photo Gallery


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The Subic Night

Friday, 30 Dec 2011 | Views [746]

After swimming at Subic Bay, I had dinner with some old friends at Subic Bay's Pier One Bar and Grill. I spent quite an amount of money for this dinner, but I enjoyed it. I enjoyed the band, the food, and the time with my friends.   ... Read more >

Tags: night


Photos: Night in Subic

Friday, 30 Dec 2011 | Flickr Photo Gallery


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Like Good Old Times

Friday, 30 Dec 2011 | Views [310]

  I went to Subic with my high school friends yesterday. It was almost a years since we last saw each other, so we all had a great time. Thank you Jireh Pacoli for driving for us!

Tags: beach


Photos: Reunion in Subic

Friday, 30 Dec 2011 | Flickr Photo Gallery


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