It’s always difficult to decide where to head on your annual summer holiday, especially as it’s so looked forward to and you really want to have the perfect break from the daily grind. You’ll find cheap Gran Canaria holidays online , but is it the destination for you? Here’s what’s great…
Have you had your first fun run yet?If not,what's keeping you?A little more motivation perhaps?Other than the health benefits,what about seeing The Philippine Volcanoes and the Azkals in an exhibition run?Now,that's something you don't see often. And if that is not good enou…
Who cares if they have bitchy staff and that CHARLIE'S GRIND AND GRILL has an unflattering location next to a car wash? They have really good Waygu Burgers, Black Angus Burgers and more! Thanks to Tripadvisor phone app I found Charlie's Grind and Grill after checking out at Ace …
Knowing that my wife loves spicy noodles,I thought it's high time to introduce Korean food to her.We were actually searching for a Kebab Restaurant in Burgos Street Poblacion Makati during our stay at MNL Boutique Hostel last week when being lost for direction,we ended up in a Korea…
Consider it a dry run for my upcoming Southeast Asia backpacking trip.Three Countries,Six days.It's gonna be an Amazing Race kind of tour.I though about travelling light and on a budget.That means staying in the cheapest accommodations possible without sacrificing comfort and vibe.I h…
The rise of other tourist destinations and the availability of cheap flights has meant decline in tourist arrivals in Baguio.The City of Pines is therefore constantly transforming itself to continuously lure tourists,most of which are loyal to the place.In short,Baguio is putting up with …
If you feel like Baguio is too much of a combination of modernity and old culture, go to TAM-AWAN Village where you can re-connect to the old Baguio and the Cordilleras. Tam-Awan Village might look boring on the surface but what you get here is a deep cultural appreciation.If you are, …
Be careful how you name your brand.It could be a good asset but it could also backfire.It seems like a brilliant idea to call your food stall --- GOOD TASTE RESTAURANT but make sure it really tastes good or else suffer the backlash from customers. We were here during Panagbenga2013 an…
Much of the public's attention these days is on the Puzzle Mansion's Puzzle Museum with the Largest Collection of Jigsaw puzzle in the world and the title holder Gina Gil-Lacuna becoming an instant celebrity.Little people know that there is another component to the place ---- The …
Chances are, if you will tell me 'jigsaw puzzle' prior to March this year, I would automatically dismiss it as child's play.That change when I came face to face with the 1,028 pieces puzzle collection of Gina Gil-Lacuna at the Puzzle Mansion in Tagaytay. This vast collection…
It goes without saying that you want to book your Malia 2013 holiday this year. However, if cashflow is a little on the slow side you might be thinking that you have to give your stint in the sun a miss this year. Think again. With a bit of crafty forward planning, Cinders, you will go to…
I never thought strawberry picking could be this fun.Seriously.I have been to the Strawberry Farm in Benguet several times but I haven't enjoyed the experience this much. That until I was with a group of bloggers from MNL and Cebu for the B3X Tour. Situated in a Valley,the Strawbe…
It used to be a hotel turned headquarters of the Japanese army during world war 2 turned ghost building turned events place.When we were there last month,renovation was ongoing.I am pertaining to the former DIPLOMAT HOTEL of Baguio City. bloggers at the former Diplomat Hotel Baguio�…
How many times have you been here in Baguio? Asked Vince of http://lakbaybaguio.com/ . I quipped -- "more than a thousand times" . Of course I was just exaggerating back there but I said that to indicate that I have stopped counting long time ago. It is a shame therefore that …
It's EASTER once again!Treat the children and the whole family with a passport to a magical adventure. Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila will not only keep the magic alive – it is a family celebration complete with glorious elements, including food, games and activities meant to fire up …
The feet is the most neglected part of the body-----not just in terms of sanitation but also in care.With care I mean.That includes straining it during long trips and also with not wearing the proper shoes fit for our feet type and activities.This is because most shoe brands focus mainly …
Ok. Since I officially declared late last year that Masskara has sparked my love for festivals and reinforced by Ati-Atihan in January, panindigan na at isama ang PANAGBENGA FESTIVAL 2013 sa list. Parang napilitan lang? hahaha Well, it was kinda difficult to choose.That Feb.26 we…
Tagaytay has become semi-dead (unless you own a prime property here) until recently when SM and Robinson's realty entered the scene.And now,there's another reason to be in Tagaytay ----- SKY FUN AMUSEMENT PARK. The amusement park has rides like Ferris wheel,Viking, Nessi Co…
Dressed in ordinary skirt and long sleeves,she would blend in the crowd as one of those women in her early 60's enjoying her retirement. But she's no ordinary lady.You will easily notice her presence coz other than her high-pitched voice, she exudes of pride and an energy le…
Other than Panagbenga 2013,Nine bloggers from MNL and Cebu converged in Baguio City on Feb.24-26,2013 for another reason -----the Baguio-Benguet Bloggers Appreciation Tour 2013 (B3X TOUR). And just to give you an idea how fun the tour was,here is one of our (many) group shots.Taken at …
Since I mostly go on out-of-town weekend trips,I usually stay in hotels on an overnight basis.I do enjoy it,but to think of it, I don't really get to deeply connect with the place. During Panagbenga 2013 ,I decided to extend my usual weekend trip in Baguio so I got to stay for 3D…
I have a lot for Ace Water Spa to thank for.It has introduced the wonderful world of Spa lifestyle for me.Discovered the brand a few years ago via another blog.Although a little far from Pasig (where we used to live), we used to frequent Ace Water Spa Banaue.It was during one of our vi…
Whoever is the Master Chef of Ace Cafe Lounge,he is doing a good job.Other than the contemporary design and fresh feel of the restaurant,their food selection for the breakfast buffet is sufficient and sumptous. Breakfast buffets as complimentary for hotel guests often disappoint in-…
Since Feb.14 fell on a Thursday,I wasn't really able to date my wife.Consider this as our post-valentine date therefore and the start of my 2013 staycation series which premiered with an Ace,literally --------thanks to ACE HOTEL and SUITES Pasig! We have already moved to Binang…
I have been using the word 'classy' a lot,especially in our Legazpi trip.Yes,I loooove classy accommodations---especially if they are affordable. ELLIS ECOTEL located at the 3rd floor of Embarcadero de Legazpi is one example. In our first night in Legazpi,we stayed at The…
One good thing about Legazpi City is that the airport is in the city itself.Lignon Hill is even farther.A tricycle ride to there would only take 20minutes.Knowing that Pacific Mall is along the way,I instructed the tricycle driver to make a quick stop at the mall.I went in to take out…
In an attempt to cover more attractions in the area.We rented a tricycle for 100pesos to directly take us to Daraga Church immediately after our ATV Adventure.The tricycle dropped us along the main road leading to the church as it is too steep for tricycles to reach. From the main r…
For a motorbike rider like me,I thought this one is going to be child's play.Sure it makes things a lot easier but I wasn't expecting it to be this fun.With a landscape dotted with big lava rocks ejected by the explosion of Mayon Volcano more than 100 years ago,the Mayon ATV RI…
Seriously,I haven't been to Cagsawa Ruins (since it's my first time in Bicol Region ),but because this church ruins is sooooo popular, ( maybe even more popular than Mayon itself ) I felt like I have been to the place many times.Since we were already in Legazpi, why miss the op…
