Hubby and I went to Island Cove Hotel & Leisure Park because we were suddenly too tired to drive as far as Tagaytay. Coming from our place in the south, this resort near Bacoor, Cavite was only an hour away. First impressions: the place was really huge! It was also a good deal that we got a two-bedroom cottage for P4,500, although it seemed strange that it didn't go with free buffet breakfast. Anyway, more on that later. :D Here are some pictures of the place I unearthed from my archives. ... Continue Reading...
Archives for May 2009
Pacquiao-mania goes on
So the world's best pound-for-pound fighter went home to a triumphant welcome as he toured key cities in Metro Manila yesterday. As officials scrambled for their own chance to share in the Pacquaio limelight, at least one piece of news caught my eye: youth party list Representative Raymond Palatino proclaimed Manny Pacquaio as the "Pambansang Hinlalaki." A bit awkward sounding and the direct translation is "National Thumb." Anyway, this was all meant to underscore Pacquiao's role in encouraging people to vote in the 2010 elections (i.e. use their thumbs to register), a ... Continue Reading...
4 x 4 jeepneys, Filipino-style
A trip to Mt. Pinatubo wouldn't be complete without sampling a ride in locally-assembled 4 X 4 jeeps, also known as four wheelers. In fact, they're your vehicular gateway to Pinatubo. Riding these sturdy vehicles of metal and steel makes the whole trip half-fun and half adventurous. Seven of us were able to squeeze in one jeep (including the driver) and our guide was seated by the hood, for lack of space. Anyway, I couldn't help but be amused when I asked the driver about the make and assembly of the jeep. The body was like a surplus Willys jeep, while the engine ... Continue Reading...
LP 56: Simula pa lamang…. (in the beginning)
Kinunan ko ang larawang ito habang lumalakbay ang aming binibyaheng jeep galing Mt. Pinatubo. Kahit kuha sa moving vehicle without any setting, natuwa naman ako at maganda ang kinalabasan nya. Ewan ko ba kung bakit tinuturing kong dramatic ang litratong ito at masasabi mong isang larawan to na paborito ko mula sa aming byahe. Sa tingin ko lang, akma ito sa tema ng Litratong Pinoy ngayong linggong ito. ... Continue Reading...
Day trip to Mt. Pinatubo: the once-raging volcano is such a beauty
A daytime trek to Mount Pinatubo -with a starting point in Capas, Tarlac - is highly recommended if you're looking for an activity you can do in one day. An overnight stay is also good if you're one who likes camping out. Overall, this was one trip I totally enjoyed this summer. It had the right combination of sightseeing, physical exercise and adventure, such as our rough ride in the those make-shift four wheeler jeeps - only in the Philippines! Viewing Pinatubo's magnificent crater lake for the first time was a breathtaking experience. It was like being ... Continue Reading...
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