Monthly Archives: June 2011

Discovering Bontoc in Batangas

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After covering a biodiversity expedition in the Verde Island for a news story, I got to visit this really cool diving resort called Bontoc in Batangas Bed and Breakfast (BBBB) to interview Romeo Trono of Conservation International. The cozy resort definitely warranted a feature of its own. For more information on the place itself, please read the feature published in Sunday Inquirer Magazine, Bontoc or Batangas? Both! Below are a few more photos of the place.

View of Mt. Gulugod-Baboy from the BBBB’s balcony Continue reading →

Adventure in Adams, Ilocos Norte

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Nestled deep in the mountains, surrounded by forests, streams and rice fields, Adams Village in Ilocos Norte is just one of those places that remind you of the rural town that most RPG heroes start their adventure from.

The community hidden from the world has all the elements of your basic mountain town – rolling hills, narrow dirt trails you can only navigate on foot, rickety bridges hanging over rivers, as well as the occasional wild beast blocking the path. Continue reading →

Date places in the Maginhawa area

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We only eat in fine dining places on special occasions, preferring our staple beerhouses and grill stops during the week (or whatever leftovers there are in the ref).  But since “Maginhawa” seems to be a popular search that redirects people to my blog, I thought of coming up with another compilation of where to eat in the area.

Here are four ideal “date places” in the Maginhawa/Teacher’s Village area, where we live.

Chef Tatung

  • Address: 17 Matipid St., Sikatuna Village, Quezon City
  • Price range: Starts at P500 per person
  • Notes: Reservations recommended; Closed on Tuesdays
  • Facebook Page: Chef Tatung, Website
  • Tel. No: 352.6121

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Revisiting Rizal Monuments in the North and South

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To commemorate the 150th birthday of National Hero Jose Rizal on June 20, 2011, the Philippine Center for Photojournalism (PCP) contributed to a photo project of Interaksyon.com, TV-5′s website.

In order to show the importance given by a town, city or municipality of a tribute to the hero, they asked members to contribute one picture of a Jose Rizal street, avenue or plaza with his statue to show its current status. To add to the variety and get a nationwide scope, they asked photographers in Manila to contribute pictures from the provinces. Continue reading →

A Garden Wedding at Casa San Pablo, Laguna

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About a month ago, environmentalist friends Rina and Don tied the knot at Casa San Pablo in Laguna. I found their wedding venue so great that I ended up interviewing owner Boots Alcantara after the dinner reception for this article published in Sunday Inquirer Magazine.

It was our first time to visit Casa San Pablo, which is one of the destinations in the famous Viaje del Sol route, a popular art, culture and foodie destination tour. Continue reading →

Eco-friendly Kapuluan Vista Resort in Pagudpud

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Lakbay Norte 2, Night 3: Kapuluan Vista Resort

Our stopover in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte was Kapuluan Vista Resort (KVR), a laid-back resort owned by surfer couple Mike and Alma Oida. Everything about KVR was so cool and eco-friendly, that it was a pity we only got to stay one night.

KVR exudes an aura of ultimate relaxation and just all around happy vibes. Though it was far from beach weather during our stay, I could see that this is an ideal vacation spot not just for surfers, but for families and friends looking for a great place to stay. Continue reading →

5 Reasons you should check out Point Blank

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E-Games recently invited some bloggers to try out Point Blank, a massively multiplayer online first person shooting (MMOFPS) game in the Philippines.Though I still prefer RPGs to First Person Shooters, the game was pretty easy to pick up and is similar to Counter-Strike. However, it comes with unique game modes, an impressive weapons arsenal and a wide range of maps. If you’re into shoot-em-ups, here are a few reasons why this game is worth checking out. Continue reading →