This is the second time I've visited Liliw, Laguna - a charming town south of Manila. All of the occasions I've been here, it was just for a stop-over but it doesn't change my opinion about how charming it is. There are some things that hold my attention upon entering - the brick-colored church and the narrow streets which play host to well-maintained- houses. Of course, there are all those shoe stores. This is after all the "Tsinelas Capital" of the country. The riches of the people in this town were made from fashioning all those tsinelas (slippers). This giant ... Continue Reading...
The great Quezon-Laguna day tour: Lucban-Majayjay-Liliw-Nagcarlan
I promised to myself to travel more this summer, and so I did ~ while fulfilling my long-time wish to see the Pahiyas festival. I was also thankful that I joined a tour group instead of driving out. Paying $20 (or P1,000) for a whole day tour that covered four towns, a hearty buffet lunch and with free halo-halo to boot was indeed worth it. I'd have to commend some travel agencies for making tours around the islands affordable for most Pinoys (and not just tourists or balikbayans.) This was one example where joining group tours is more advantageous than flying solo or ... Continue Reading...
Island Cove Hotel & Leisure Park: the review
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...
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...
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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