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It was past 5 am when I reached our meet up place in one of Microtel's Branch in Metro Manila, the Microtel in UP-Techno Hub Compound. All the way the way from the south, I booked a ride on Uber in the fear that I might get stuck in chaotic traffic in EDSA. But my time calculation was wrong. I came ahead of time. Our agreed meet up time should be at 7AM and I came in Microtel at 5am. There was no traffic and the drive was swift and quick. It's still dark and with no sleep yet for the night, my body was wanting a space where I could rest or lean on to take a quick nap. But I wasn't able to do so. I was awaken with errands I need to work on. I forgot to send an e-mail to my client for a final scheme of my current project. Yes, I got my laptop with me as I planned to work during the trip - but to no avail.</div>
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Then, Mai of <a href="http://budgetbiyahera.com/">budgetbiyahera.com</a>, our official blogger leader to this Microtel North Luzon Tour, came a couple of minutes after I sent the e-mail. Then Monica of <a href="http://seeyamonica.com/">seeyamonica.com</a>, Celine of <a href="http://celineism.com/">celineism.com</a> and Allandale of <a href="http://utopianwanderer.net/">utopianwanderer.net</a> and lastly Claire of i<a href="http://amtravelinglight.com/">amtravelinglight.com</a> follows. Microtel UP- Techno Hub graciously offered us their sumptous breakfast buffet. I would say, their buffet must is a try for their wide range of menus and to mention their pumpkin soup. That was my favorite. </div>
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At 8am, when everyone was done munching their morning meal, we headed to our van service provided by Microtel North Luzon. My eyelids were beginning to fall and I feel shaky due to lack of sleep. We boarded in. The last thing I remember was when I was covering my full face with <i>bandana </i>while placing my self in a comfortable position. And in an instant, I was caught up in a deep sleep.</div>
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A honking noise of the busy national highway woke me up. I peeked on the heavily tinted windshield - the place was then becoming familiar. As I looked further on establishments we passed thru, I learned that we're in Tarlac already. Minutes later, a sharp turn changed everything affable. The scene has changed steadily. The engaging city rage turned into a shady under the wide canopy of tropical trees and green surroundings. I look outside closely to find where we are heading to. A welcome landmark was written with "Hacienda Luisita". I calmed my self, we've reached our first destination - the core of the Tarlac Province - Tarlac City. </div>
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I have few friends who are natives of Tarlac but still I have a little knowledge about it. Geographically, Tarlac is a land lock province in central Luzon. It is dominantly composed of wide plains and dots of mountainous area as it is bounded with mountainous neighbors, i.e. the nearby Mt.Pinatubo and Nueva Ecija. Also, I've known Tarlac for their prominent clans in the Philippine politics and history -- the Aquino's and Cojuangco's. Nonetheless, with less ideas about the city, on the flip side, I can't wait the surprises this province can give. And with the bubbly group I'm in, I know this North Luzon Tour will be so much fun and memorable. Here's what I learned about the Province of Tarlac.</div>
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A good sleep is the best reward after a whole day tour. After our a lunch in <i style="font-weight: bold;">Victor's</i>, we headed back right away in Microtel by Wyndham- inside tHacienda Luisita. We allowed ourselves a siesta time before we resume to next itineraries. </div>
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The homey vibes of the lobby is one of the key features I love about the Microtel Hotels. Simple and comforting. </div>
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The lobby's interior colors are played with matte painted non-dominating walls. Just enough to give character to the interiors.<br />
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The interiors also utilizes natural day lighting. The walls and earth-tone colors contributed to a more relaxing vibes. Which I prefer the most in interiors, as an architect as well.<br />
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We checked in to one bedroom with 32" Flat Screen LED TV with cable channels, indvidual A/C units IDD/NDD Phone, Toilet and bath with hot and cold water, hair dryer, radio lock, automated fire safety tools, and the window seat which remarkable to me. But since, there were 2 guys in the group, we requested for an extra mattress. The room was quite dim, however it still give us a good sleep and to me, I find it more cozy and more conducive for a rest. </div>
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<span style="background-color: #d9ead3;"><span style="text-align: justify;">I was a first timer in Microtel and everything was a breath of fresh air except for the fact that I perceived it businessman hotel - a sort of traveler's hotel. The moment I see the facade - an American Victorian Style, I knew this hotel could meet my expectations. And it did! </span></span><br />
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We're done in the first half of our day 1 North Luzon Trip by Microtel. After mind feeding tour, this time we need to fill in to regain energy. Sir Roy Martin, the General Manager of Microtel North Luzon, highly recommended <i style="font-weight: bold;">Victor's Lechon Manok and Barbecue. </i>An all Filipino favorites local restaurant.<br />
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We ordered pairs of <i>Ensaland Talong</i> (grilled eggplant with sliced tomatoes and chopped white onion on the sides), <i>Sisig on Plate</i> (chopped grilled pork face and ears), grilled Tilapia and their ever famous roast chicken. </div>
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Gameroom Sports Bar was inside the the facility of <i><b>KCT - Tarlac, </b></i> facility that offers both food and beverages of the sports compound spectators. They offer fusion delicacies but mostly are Filipino Foods as well. We had a set meal of locally made Pizza Rolls, <i>Pork Sinigang</i> (sour pork soup), <i>Sizzling Pork Sisig, Crispy Pata</i> (Deep fried port knuckles), Kare-kare (ox meat with peanut sauce and veggies), and a Bowl of Chicken Salad dressed with vinaigrette. For guys, we had a bottle of beer - that made our dinner complete. </div>
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Monasterio de Tarlac was the first on the list of our itineraries on initial leg of Microtel North Luzon Tour. With all honesty, I have a little interest of visiting a religious sites unless otherwise, if it holds historical roles of certain place - it's architecture per se - as myself is not a religious as well. But to clarify, I still believe in God, that there is someone all power and all mighty who created every living things that ever roamed the surface of the earth. I just can't not to believe in Him. I firmly believe that no such place is like "A House of God". He's with us all the time, whenever and wherever. All we need to do is to first believe in Him.</div>
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I've known Monasterio de Tarlac way back 2014 when my mountaineering group had our outreach in nearby San Jose's isolated barangays which that time was still out of the tourist's radar. The replica of the Risen Christ are the one dominating feature of the compound which can be sighted from the lowlands. The religious site is only an hour drive if one is coming from Tarlac City. Take note, the site is not accessible by public transport. A private vehicle is recommended to visit it. Also, within the compound are the monastery and a chapel which houses a relics of True Cross and now there was an on-going construction of church building to accommodate its growing numbers of pilgrims. </div>
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A rewarding views of Tarlac mountain ranges is one you should not miss when visiting the pilgrimage site. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">TARLAC RECREATIONAL PARK</span></b></div>
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Tarlac Recreational Park was only 15-20 minutes drive from Monasterio de Tarlac. It was constructed to cater the need of the province of a place to hold sporting events. The complex has up-to-date facility. A modern track oval for athletics events and Olympic size pool and a children's pool. On the undulating terrain of the complex lies a scenic lagoon that was good for kayaking and fishing. Around the lagoon are green grounds which I find a great spot for camping. </div>
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<b>San Jose Circuit </b>- a series of mountains famous to mountaineering community.</div>
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<b>Luisita Golf and Country Club - </b>located inside Hacienda Luisita, one of the country's best golf clubs which is recognized internationally. </div>
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<b>Central Azucarera de Tarlac</b> - among the country's oldest and finest sugar refinery and distillery. </div>
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<i style="text-align: left;">Microtel North Luzon Tour 2017 happened last August 8-11. Special tanks to <b>Microtel Philippines </b>for making this event so memorable and perspective changing. To S<b>ir Roy Martin</b> who is the General Manager of <b>Microtel North Luzon</b> (Luisita, Cabanatuan, Baguio City), for being hands on and very accommodating in the entire events and to his team. And lastly, to the group of bloggers I got chance to be with. This event is truly one for the book. </i></div>
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Cordillera in the mountainous region of the Philippines was dated back as early
as 1800 and was discovered by the American during World War 2. Now the
tradition has survived and have gone through generations and flourishing to
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mesmerized by the intertwining of rainbow-arrayed threads. They are amazed as
Igorot hands daintily and expertly play along with these threads to produce the
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The sea is hollering whilst my playground, the mountains, keeps calling. My recent Mt. Pulag climb was still a red letter day and surreal. As if the gods have agreed to give us great weather prior and during our climb. A blanket of starry sky on the night before of trek and a cool dainty surroundings on the day of ascend.</div>
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I wouldn't mind a long trek if the trails are the likes of Mt.Pulag's. All angles were worth capturing by camera. </div>
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At the summit, a breath taking scene of sea of clouds welcomed us while the seeping sunlight was steadily touching all the surrounding mounds including us, then suddenly it turned us golden. I ran out of words. My hands were frozen and my eyes were attached in total awe.</div>
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I just imbibed nature's magnificence right before me.</div>
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That moment, it seems I'm in a different world. Everything was just perfectly beautiful. That moment, I felt their presence -- the spirits, the guardians or whatever supernatural beings that resides the enigmatic land mass. That same moment, I played with the gods. </div>
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The first recall I had about Antipolo was on the folkloric music I used to listen during my childhood. My father has a cassette tape with playlist of <i>Filipino Folk Music</i>, among the list was <i style="font-weight: bold;">"Tayo Na Sa Antipolo" </i>by <i><b>Mabuhay Singers</b> </i>. Later on, I see Antipolo as capital city of Rizal Province, just a plain and sprouting suburbia outside the Metropolis, we usually overlook, but not until our <b><i>Tayo Na Sa Antipolo Tour 2017</i></b>. The event totally changed my perceptions about the city. Certainly, a liveable and striving city. Here are the reasons why I consider Antipolo City a relocation for home.<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Dubbed as the </span><i style="text-align: justify;">"The City in the Sky"</i><span style="text-align: justify;">, the city gives generous views of mountainous terrain and Metro Manila's skyline. Antipolo City is located in the nearby Rizal Province, nestled on a high elevation with temperate climate and natural cool environment. The city lies on the foot of the country's longest mountain range, Sierra Madre -- no wonder the city offers tranquility and back-to-nature experience. </span></div>
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Another reason why I consider Antipolo City for relocation is its artistic feels. The city is currently a location for aspiring artists and haven for art collectors and enthusiasts.The <i><b>Pinto Art Museum</b></i> is located in the city. </div>
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Antipolo City is now becoming a go-to destination for its diverse offerings for all types of spectators. The laid back city is home to growing numbers of hotels and accommodations. The city is now hosting to numbers of tourist coming from the bustling Metro given its proximity.</div>
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One is <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/bosobosohighlands/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Boso Boso Highland Resort and Convention Center.</span> </a> </b>The resort-convention center offers wide array of facilities to all walks of life given that it has the largest number of accommodations in part of the city and being a pioneer resort-hotel in the Province of Rizal. What I like about the resort is its location. It lies on a 10-hectares property on top a hill with overlooking views of lush greenery and low-lying villages of both Tanay and Antipolo with the picturesque backdrop of the mighty mounds of Sierra Madre. The resort has also restaurants, pools (both kid and adult pools) and sports facilities.<br />
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Another hospitality facility in Antipolo City that every tourist must consider is <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lorelandfarmresort/" target="_blank"><b>Loreland Farm Resort</b></a>. </span>A 8 hectare land resort that is ideal for both business and leisure venues located amidst the green rolling terrain property.<span style="font-size: large;"> </span>They say, you never explore Antipolo if you don't know about Loreland. I need to say that because with its more than 10 years of operation, the resort already become part of people of Antipolo's lifestyle. Even for Manilenos, this place do really deserves a visit.</div>
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They have numbers of facilities to offer for all, they have pools for both kids and adult. I see it also very good spot for reunions of<i> tropas, barkadas</i>, weddings and events and even for families, name it and they have it.</div>
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For a whole day and overnight stay, the resort has its food facilities to cater the gastonomic needs of its clients. <b><i>Verde Restaurante</i></b> offers locally cooked typical Filipino favorites. Their <i>pansit</i> and <i>sisig</i> is a must try.</div>
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They have playgrounds for kids and truly a family-friendly amenities. And for millenials, this resort is definitely a good site for photo ops.<br />
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This function hall is a good venue of events for all types.</div>
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Inside the Entertainment Lounge, where one can spend time for just relaxation due to its isolation from the main facilities like pools and events hall. This is where you can enjoy watching movies with lot to choose from. I like how it was designed in reference to vernacular styles.</div>
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Typical two bed accommodation. The earth tone of the interiors will make you feel a countryside ambiance.</div>
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For large group, the resort has also multiple bed villa. This villa suits to a family trips or even barkada getaways.</div>
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Typical interiors of villa. Truly defines a homegrown architecture showcasing the use of local materials like bamboos and coconut.</div>
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Design wise, I love how the designers (ehem ehem Ramon!) created themes for each spot. Some areas adapted local scenes like the the Rice Terraces of the North as design inspiration. For me that's kinda genius, I must say!</div>
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The site may also be a venue for pilgrimage as they provide stations of the cross along the way to another facilities of the resort complex which is <i><b>Camptipolo Adventureland.</b></i></div>
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Address: <i>Sitio Loreland, Brgy. San Roque, Antipolo City</i></div>
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Facebook: <i>Loreland Farm Resort</i></div>
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Website: <i>www.loreland.com.ph</i></div>
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E-mail Address: <i>inquiry@loreland.com.ph</i></div>
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Landline: <i>(02) 696-0101 to 03</i></div>
Mobile Number: <i>09178532000, 09088734220</i><span style="font-size: medium;"></span><br />
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Within the property of Loreland Farm Resort is <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Luljettas/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Luljetta's Hanging Garden Spa</span></a>.</b> I believe, this is the gem of the entire facility. Upon entering the spa area, it's like we're transported to a different place in the middle of developing city like Antipolo. A commune-to-nature feels that will surely be felt by its visitors, therefore precious memories will be made. Each edifice was harmoniously constructed altogether with other amenities. A real definition of a hanging garden as we imagined, lying on a cliff with majestic views of the nearby Metro and landscapes of Antipolo; perfectly blends to lush vegetation that was delicately preserved. </div>
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Bali-inspired infinity pool. </div>
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Infinity pool as seen from a higher spot. This specific spot is my favorite of all the locations around the spa. Just savor the moment of dipping-swimming in cool waters while staring the provincial views. </div>
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Hydro-massage where guests can stay to get a relaxing massage from jet-powered water or just stay for cool dip.</div>
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The Fish spa area is an instagram-worthy location in the spa. Have your feet tickled by these friendly little creatures.</div>
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Buddha Lounge is among the spot that every visitors must experience when they get in Luljetta's Hanging Garden Spa.</div>
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One of the spa's cabana where you can glance at the breathtaking views of the rolling terrain of Antipolo. Best time to stay in the area is during sunset, definitely a romantic place for couples.</div>
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For our accommodation, we were checked-in at <span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">Luljetta's Hanging Garden Suites. </span>The suite that was reserved for us was the fully furnished <i><b>Senator's Suites</b></i>. The suite has 2 levels that can cater maximum of 5 person (2 person at the ground and 3 at second level) The above photo is the typical ground floor which Iperfecyly fits for a couple.</div>
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Typical second floor which can accommodate maximum of 3 person, just request for another mattress. Both level has A/C unit which works well; beds were comfortable and smells good. <span style="text-align: center;">There's mini-refrigerator and flat screen TV provided at ground floor; also ample number of bottled water and even a water heater in case you crave fora coffee break. Everything was well prepared-of for a relaxing stay in the spa.</span></div>
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Typical toilet and bath of each unit. Again, the design was manicured by earth-tone colors; were clean and supplied by complimentary toiletries; with all the towels and robes. </div>
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They say, when you visit Luljetta's its like you reached Bali in Indonesia. I can't give judgement about that, but base on my firsthand experience, the place is truly unique and a must-go destination in the country. Forget about the cost because what Luljetta's Hanging Garden Spa will make you experience is one of kind.</div>
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Address: <i>Sitio Loreland, Brgy. San Roque, Antipolo City</i></div>
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Facebook: <i>Luljetta's Hanging Garden Spa</i></div>
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Website: <i>http://www.bienvenidotours.com/luljettas-hanging-gardens-and-spa.html</i></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">On the foot of resort complex was, <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/camptipolo/" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank">Camp Tipolo Adventureland</a>. </b>This part of the resort complex were created to cater team building activities for companies and corporations. </span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Just a short trek from </span><i style="font-weight: bold; text-align: left;">Loreland Farm Resort, </i><span style="text-align: left;">you can reach the place. </span><br />
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Trekking in the middle of forest is part of the preparation of Camp Tipolo to each participants that great activities are ahead of them.</div>
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In <i><b>Camp Tipolo Adventureland</b></i>, camaraderie and leadership will further develop along with the facilities that the camp has provided, i.e. the <i>Tarzan Jump </i>and <i>monkey bridges.</i></div>
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Although the place were made for quite extreme activities, what I like about it is, it still observed the serenity of the place. Accessories like <i>Nipa</i> huts and an <i>Igorot</i> house created a more homey-countryside vibes. </div>
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Part of the activities conducted by the facilitators were cooking our own lunch meals. The meal were prepared by two teams on a "boodle fight" set up.</div>
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Everybody has enthusiastically participated. We cooked a course meal of <i>liempo, chicken barbecue, grilled tilapia, a local style salad, salted egg and sliced tomatoes, </i>arranged on banana leaves. It was truly a good way of bonding to all.</div>
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Instagram:<i> @camptipolo #capmtipolo</i></div>
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Website: <i>www.camptipolo.com</i></div>
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On the sides were the rooms and accommodations. Same with <i><b>Luljetta's Hanging Garden Spa</b></i>, <i><b>Callospa </b></i>has a Balinese theme for their rooms.</div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Earth toned color dominates the interior of the spa. Brown and whites beddings accented with batik prints that made it more a Bali ambiance. </span></div>
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Jacuzzi and sauna bath area has tropical feels along with the plant elements and accents like bamboo and drift woods. On walls were stone slates that made it more natural.</div>
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Address: <i>Marigman Road, Colaique, Antipolo City</i></div>
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Website: <i>www.callosparesort.com</i></div>
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Mobile Number: <i>09178243715, 09178334351</i><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">The City Has a Sense of History</span></b></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: justify;">As early as time of </span><i style="text-align: justify;"><b>Dr. Jose Rizal</b></i><span style="text-align: justify;">, Antipolo was already part of our country's rich historic past. According to history data. Rizal along with his family, frequently visited the quaint town as his father is a passionate devotee of the City's patron saint. More of that, Antipolo's historical gems has played some crucial roles in the lives of its resident through times, just among these site is the </span><b style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: large;">Boso Boso Church.</span></b></span></div>
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The church was located in the Barangay named <i>Boso Boso,</i> hence its name. As per historical information, the site was the original place of were Antipolo was before. I believe that's a fact because during the hispanic times, churches were the center of each towns. The structure was built a hundred year ago by the the Franciscan Missionaries. </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">It used to be a garrison during Japanese occupation and bombed during the war that lead to its major destruction and been ruins for couple of years not until on the 1980's. The edifice have undergone reconstruction and restored fully on year 1995. What we've seen on the current structure is a combined work force of local and national agencies added to that is the great faith of its diocese. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Prior to our media tour, if I'll be asked what I know about Antipolo, what comes in my mind first is the </span><b style="font-size: x-large;">Hinulugang Taktak Falls.</b> Again, it's because of the much popular folk song.<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Legend has it during 16th century, a priest has been forced to drop the towns bell in the river to its harsh and unbearably loud sounds when rung during Angelus. Thus, the name </span><i style="text-align: justify;">"Hinulugang Taktak", </i><span style="text-align: justify;">which literally means "</span><i style="text-align: justify;">where the bell was drop"</i><span style="text-align: justify;">. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Antipolo City is very popular for its <i>suman, mangga, kasoy and balimbing </i>(star fruit) which were also mentioned on the song. But more to that traditional food that the city is known for, it is now becoming an eat destination. There are now plenty of restaurants to choose from.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">To name one i</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">s</span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CasaNievesPH/" target="_blank">Casa Nieves Bistro</a> </b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: large;">which is located in the new shopping mall built in the city. The restaurant is name after the late grandmother of the owner, <i>Nieves Escobar Rodriguez-Lanuza</i> to whom it originates some of the dishes offered by the said restaurant. On the menu are traditional Filipino dishes with hispanic influences with asian fusion style to adapt other popular international cuisines</span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">A must try is the </span><i style="text-align: justify;">paella. </i><span style="text-align: justify;"> This version of seafood paella has a rich taste with all the ingredients they combined along with the citrusy taste enhanced by the lemon. After I tried this cuisine I would say, r</span><span style="text-align: justify;">ice is truly life! No wonder this is the most sought after of all the menus. We had 2 sets of servings, actually. </span></div>
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We munched some of the Japanese favorites like the <i>Ebi Tempura (shrimp)</i>, <i>California Maki, Sushi Platter</i> and the best one for me their <i>Gyoza</i>. <i>Kampai</i>, definitely gave justice of what an authentic Japanese food is, I would say. This gave me a reason to dine in there again when I visit Antipolo one of these days. <i>Totemo Oishi!</i></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">When in Antipolo, one shouldn't miss </span><b style="font-size: x-large; text-align: justify;">SuMaKa </b><span style="text-align: justify;">which stands for </span><i style="text-align: justify;">Suman, mangga</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> and </span><i style="text-align: justify;">kasoy </i><span style="text-align: justify;">dressed with <i>coco jam</i></span><i style="text-align: justify;">. </i><span style="text-align: justify;">The sticky rice cake were fried that made it crunchy on the outside and still moist in the inside. We had this dessert in </span><i style="text-align: justify;">Luljetta;s Hanging Garden Spa</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> as a complimentary snack during and after stay. Everybody was going loco for it -- we had not one but two more orders. Thank you Ramon for generosity!</span></div>
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After the tour in the city, make sure to drop by in <i>pasalubong center </i>to buy something to bring home. As for my self, I bought <i>suman</i> and <i>kasoy</i> as I planned to make my own version of Sumaka when I get home for my family.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If there's one thing that gave so much impact to me during our <i>Tayo Na Sa Antipolo Tour 2017, </i>was our visit in <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SecretGardenofDoris/?ref=br_rs" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Secret Garden of Doris</a>.</span> I was so much inspired in so many ways by Mrs. Doris, an agriculturist who is the owner of the 1.7 hectare farm. Having her as our personal guide within the farm, she passionately shared her technical know-how about farming that promotes environmental preservation like container farming, pocket vegetable gardening, landscaping and organic farming techniques etc. We had a chance too, to see some of her rare collections of fruit bearing trees/plants like the <i>peanut butter</i> <i>plant. </i>Never, I imagined that there's a type of plant like that. All of us was astonished upon seeing it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Having had the opportunity to talked to her and been shared of her wisdom, gave me more reason to value our living environment. Her advocacy is each of us must derive and should follow -- that we only have one home to take care for; and if we fail to do so, everything that we sow, we will reap eventually. Nature has it's own wrath. Further, she related that a giant mall mogul tried to acquire the property. With no hesitation they refused the offer. According to her, the amount offered was really huge in which she could buy more properties more than of what they have in SGD. Being on a real estate company for several years, I find the property a prime one -- for that reason, the developers are eager to get it.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Upon hearing those words she uttered, my faith in humanity grows out even more. She's one of a kind. I do really adore her. </span></div>
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Contact Person: Mrs. Doris Lee<br />
Address: <i>8B Sitio Malanim, Brgy. Dela Paz, Antipolo City</i></div>
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Facebook: <i>Secret Garden of Dori</i>s<br />
Instagram: @dorisynthesis</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Ms. Mich Elle Lucas</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Ms. Mich Elle Lucas is the owner of the two restaurants we dined in during the first day of our <i>Tayo na Sa Antipolo Tour 2017 -- Casa Nieves and Kampai Sushi Bar. </i>We got a chance to talked with her and knew few bakcground about her. In that very short conversation, she related how much she was so dedicated to boost the city's both tourism and economic potential by creating businesses in the city. More than money she's making, is the job she provides to the people of the city, she related. From that words of her, I admire her instantly. She's more than just a pretty face, but a genuinely empathetic woman.</span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: xx-small;"> </span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">I run out of words to say about this incredibly awesome man. Just a great gratitude for showing us Antipolo City on our hind sight; for being warm and truly dedicated person to his craft and all the things he does. You're an inspiration! </span><i style="text-align: justify;">Maraming Salamat!</i></div>
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<i>Tayo Na Sa Antipolo Tour 2017 happened last July 22-24. Special tanks to <b>Bienvienido Tours</b> for making this event so memorable and perspective changing. To Ramon who is the managing director, for being hands on and very accommodating in the entire events and to his team. To Filmico, the 3-man team who documented the whole span of the trip. And lastly, to the group of bloggers I got chance to be with. This event is truly one for the book. Until next time!</i><br />
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A True Wanderer has a persistent heart and don't easily give up even if it takes a long trek through the ardous trails because he knows at the end of this trek is a beautiful scene that only few priviledged could ever witness. </div>
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A sight on a top of the mountain is a picture that remains for long. It is a medicine to excruciating pain on his limbs. It is a drive that reminds him that there's more to life so he go out and spend moments on an open road where he learned genuine life teachings. He knows that we are just but speck of dust in this world thus it humbles him. He learned that life is more beautiful and pure if its simple because he learned that from all of his open road journeys. He look at things in new perspective and become more vigilant, pay attention to details and curious of everything. </div>
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He see beauty amongst ugliness and evil amongst beauty. It's like a blindfold was removed in his eyes; it gave more meaning to this craft; it inspires him; it stirs his blood; it taught him to be selfless; and showed him the meaning of life in its purest and sincerest form. I'm a certified open road hero and that's how I #Live2Wander.</div>
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Shot taken at trails of Mt.Kabunian and Mt.Tenglawan in Bakun, Benguet on February this year. </div>
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<i>“Ate, kuya?!”, </i>loud pleading yells echoed inside the monstrous sea vessel. Those voices in chorus has awaken me from a deep slumber, 'was dead tired and fell fast asleep after the six-hour bus ride from Manila to Lucena City which on regular days should take three hours only. Heck, it was holy week season, that's why. It was an exodus of commuters on their way to provinces to enjoy the only long vacation of the year. So, I too, took advantage of the long break--away from monotonous corporate job for five years already. I chose my hometown, Marinduque for some adventures together with my travel buddies.<br />
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I saw fellow passengers gathered on the rail portion of the ship, seemingly amused of what they were watching below. I hastily checked what's going on, and found out that a group of sea gypsies were right next to the ship. People were tossing coins on them and others bestowed packs of food.</div>
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The scene wasn’t new to me at all. It's a usual view on the port during trips in my hometown. While everyone was caught by the show, I knew to myself, it's begging in all sort; a poverty porn: dire and heart breaking. That's when the visual storyteller in me kicked in. The scene was dramatic. I can’t miss this rare opportunity to capture this money-shot as they say--a good story to tell and worth-sharing to my viewers. I hurriedly get my camera, look for good spot, did my set ups and took many pictures as many and fast I could. I delved into the picture!<br />
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Photography has been my passion for couple of years now. Two serious years, actually. My cameras have been my best companion in all of my adventures. In my lonesome moments, it always made feel that I was never alone. I just look on my photographs then suddenly, everything will go back to my senses. It is a drug that maintain my sanity. It became my outlet, my expressions as a self-declared artist; it is quick, fast and instant. Each scene worth-saving is just one click away. I didn't mind carrying heavier load everyday because of my camera as long as I get good stories.<br />
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I ventured into outdoor world a year after college. The adventurous version of me was born on a mountain, Mt. Palay-palay (Pico de Loro). It was surreal, enchanting; felt privileged, proud because only few can see those jaw-dropping sights; it's memorable because of the nicest people I met along the journey.<br />
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From my very first summit, it was followed by more mountains around the country. I was totally hooked by this vice. I became a slave of this addicting habit but, I don't want a rehab.<br />
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With all these wanderings, I made sure that I seized every moment, and my cameras did their job. They're my friends yet a save-button of everything my eyes could see and beyond. The oblivious instances had prolong gone, precious memories then became eternal.</div>
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Landscape was my first love. As the music say, it is sweet and will never die.<br />
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Five years of my restlessness has conquered my full system, I grew up as a wanderer. Climbing mountain wasn't even enough. My former playground got narrower this time, thus, I long for a wider world of nomads. I've always been excited whenever weekend is approaching, squeals like a kid when I booked cheap flights. I traveled as much as I could, and photography is my visual diary.<br />
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(a) view of Mariveles lowlands from Tarak Ridge; (b) Mt. Pulag: The Playground of the Gods</div>
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The way how I travel has changed through times, and so my photographs as well. From diverse trails, countless peaks, crystal-clear streams, crossing magnanimous rivers and chasing hidden waterfalls, you can see me nowadays in frantic urban realms more often; in chaotic alleys of Quiapo; in old city of Manila, digging deep to see its glorious past. As an architect myself, I tend to like taking photos of collection of Art Deco buildings around the city, historic edifice in different corners of the country that gives me a throwback feels. I found joy in street of Hidalgo, for all we know a heaven to all photographers.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">I'd still go in rural areas occasionally but to visit far-flung tribes to experience authentic cultures; to the Bubut Tribe of Kalinga, to the Agta of Isabela and the Dumagat of Tanay to appreciate their way of life. The portraits of natives has poured me divinity</span><span style="text-align: left;">; the smiles of youth are s</span><span style="text-align: left;">unlight that brightens the day</span><span style="text-align: left;">. </span><br />
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Tattooed old women of Butbut Tribe in Buscalan, Kalinga</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">My photographic interest has diverted to document real life: street photography, human interests and photojournalism. I started to look at things in new perspective. I become more vigilant, pay attention to details and curious of everything. I see beauty amongst ugliness and evil amongst beauty. It's like a blindfold was removed in my eyes. </span><span style="text-align: left;">These genres gave more meaning to this craft; it inspires me; it stirs my blood; it taught me to be selfless; and showed me the meaning of photography in its purest and sincerest form.</span></div>
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I can't see my life living without photography. It will be among the witnesses on how my life has done. I will use this tool to record the most memorable moments of my life. From the most exciting travels, exploring new cities up to the photos of strangers I just met on a long bus ride that became life-long friends, and the smiles of my love ones. That makes photography more beautiful.</div>
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All these photos were both captured by my DSLR and mirror-less camera together with my lenses, if combined, is becoming a bit burden to carry during travels. Good thing that advance technologies goes into the picture. Huawei P9, a mobile phone, is a must have with its 12-megapixel dual lens that captures both colored and monochromatic images, slo-mo etc., co-engineered with non-other than Leica Camera and a huge 5.2" screen, would help me capturing photographs anytime and anywhere. Moreover, it has the features of traditional DSLR camera. It can shoot raw files, long exposure images with its 30 seconds shutter speed. Surely, it will be an addition to my weapons that will help me shoot awe-inspiring images. And I can't wait to have one.</div>
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Adventure and photography, I must say, is a perfect mix in making my life into a constant bliss. I hope I would be able to inspire through my photographs, through my life experiences I earned in awesome places I've been and in those I'll be reaching soon.</div>
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I never imagine that photography will be this exciting. Mobile phone is definitely a game changer. Images of daily life can now be captured easily with DSLR-like results from a pocket-fit device, whether on the highest mountain, on the blue sea up to the streets of hustle and bustle city life--the way I see adventures will change, certainly. </div>
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PASAY CITY, Philippines -- The month of February is not only synonymous to love month but also a celebration of arts in the country. Exhibits and events showcasing local arts in various discipline (music, visual, performing, and cultural arts) is being showcased across the country.<b> PASINAYA Festival</b> is just among those festivities to promote local arts in the country. </div>
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<b>Team Juan Makasining</b> (TJM), my newly found art club, photography specifically joined this red letter event held in CCP Complex in Pasay City. We've joined photo contest, my first ever competition. Geeezz!! ;-) The photos below are my favorites and some of those were my entries in the said contest.</div>
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I only see those postcard perfect shots of <b>Gigantes Group Islands</b> on travel blogs, online search engines and tourism posters of DOT when I had my Iloilo Trip last year prior to<b> Dinagyang Festival.</b> So when, a travel blogger Sir Mike of <a href="http://www.mikelaagan.com/" target="_blank">Travelling Panda</a> posted an invitation going to Gigantes, with no doubt at all, I joined the event and searched right away a flight bound to <b>Panay Island</b>. It was month of June when I got a sure slot to the event as I already booked a flight to <b>Kalibo International Airport</b>. Yes, you read it right. My flight is bound to Kalibo. Me too was also wondering why I chose that route. It might have due to excitement that I forgot to check the easiest route. </div>
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Time fly so fast and after the quick 8 months, this dream destination finally materialized. This must be a good start up to welcome my summer. And what I saw with my very eyes was just an amazing piece of nature and seems surreal. Here's the collection of panoramic photos I captured in that entire travel escapes. <i>Mabubusog ang inyong mga mata tiyak! </i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Gigantes Hideaway Tourist Inn</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Sunset at the main island</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Lighthouse </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Docking shore of the main island</span></b><br />
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The faster route going to Gigantes is through a flight bound to Roxas City if one is coming from Manila. Then, from Roxas City, board on bus or van heading to Estancia in Iloilo (P75) where the port of entry is located. Then hop on passenger boat going to the island. The boat leaves at 2PM but atleast you need to be in the port at 12NN to have sure seat. That is the only trip going and leaving the island.</div>
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In my case, I booked a flight bound to Kalibo then from Kalibo I rode on van going to Roxas City, that is for 1.5 hours travel for P120 fare. From Roxas City Integrated Terminal, I boarded on a van with route to Estancia for P75 fare. The trip took an hour long. From the terminal, I rode on tricycle going to Estancia Port about 15 minutes travel for P15 fare. And an arranged boat included in our tour package picked us up. Boat travel took 2 hours to take us in the island. </div>
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<span style="background-color: #d9ead3;"><span style="font-family: Roboto, 'Droid Sans', Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 15px; text-align: left;">Just recently I am loving the night scenes most especially in my home city, Manila. Though as not grand as any other cities, Manila has its unique charm. Seemingly chaotic, its rich past is filling its every corners but one has to dig deep to see it. <b>Manila by Night </b>gave me further perspective of this glorious city by going inside of its streets and alleys. Its former beauty is still evident when we toured and shoot around. From Quiapo-Escolta-Binondo Chinatown to the Walled City upto the premiere park with namesake for a little moon. Indeed, it was fun and brought me to loving her more. How I wish it could replenish its grandiose and recover from devastation of modernity.</span> Happy New Year everyone! Bring it on 2015!</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: normal;">The value to our departed love ones have been rooted long before the Philippines was colonized by Spain. It goes back during the pre-hispanic period where the departed members of the family were given great honor because of our ancestor's belief of afterlife.</span></div>
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Thus, the tradition of burying dead varies on different regions. One best example is the <i style="font-weight: bold;">hanging</i> <i style="font-weight: bold;">coffins of Sagada, </i>for the reason of bringing the bodies higher up closer to their ancestral spirits of gods. This practice continues up to this day but now in smaller scales. Then spanish changed our old tradition steadily that paved ways in creating grave sites.<br />
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In early times, the dead Catholic were buried within the church vicinity but not until the dramatic increase of population that requires larger space of internment. That system were the one we were following currently.</div>
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As we call it<b style="font-style: italic;"> Campo Santo </b>in my hometown,<b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>the old term for cemetery which means holy ground can be found in every town and cities all over the country. Some have gone important roles in our long history and houses the remains of important persons, and have survived over the years. Nowadays, these land of the dead were deserted site but not until the days before All Saints Day and All Souls Day. We visit our love ones for at least that day in the whole year. </div>
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Here are some of the colonial cemeteries I've visited to date.</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1yKNo8IhFOw/UlfvxxMYrfI/AAAAAAAACGs/lvWRHGDyrpY/s1600/PicsArt_1381493261775.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1yKNo8IhFOw/UlfvxxMYrfI/AAAAAAAACGs/lvWRHGDyrpY/s640/PicsArt_1381493261775.jpg" width="300" /></a>Historical significance of the shrine started when the City of Manila suffered cholera outbreak during Spanish colonial era. Completed in 1820, it served as the municipal cemetery for those who died from the illness. Originally, the cemetery was intended for the well-off families of the city to bury their deads.<br />
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There is a mortuary chapel (St. Pancratius) inside the park, which now serve as focal point of the site and where weddings were held. Inside the mortuary is the mausoleum of <i><b>Governor-General Ramon Solano y Lladeral</b></i> . The Mortuary chapel was in circular layout with domical red roof. The rustic wall was retained with some grown up plants and mosses on it and which I found better. Presence of Greek columns can also be seen in the exteriors of the edifice. It is supporting the broken pediment at the top of the door and big mouldings at the uppermost portion of the wall.<br />
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The cemetery has a footprint area of <b><i>4,114.80 </i>sq.m. </b>and was designed by <b><i>Nicolas Ruiz. </i></b>The park was surrounded by two separate wall fortress. Right on the thick walls were the three layers of niches. Vincentian brothers was the current administrator of both park and the mortuary chapel.</div>
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<i><b>Dr. Jose P. Rizal</b></i> was once secretly interred in the place before it was laid beneath on his current burial shrine in Luneta. It was from December 30, 1896, his execution day up until December 29, 1912. That was for 16 years. Aside from the country's national hero, the remains of three martyr priests <b><i>Mariano Gomez,</i></b> <b><i>Jose Burgos and Jacinto Zamora</i></b> was buried there after punished to death by the Spaniards with the use of <i><b>garote </b></i>in February 1872. </div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">From Taft avenue, you can drop off at </span><i style="text-align: left;">Padre Faura Street</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">in corner of</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">Manila Science High School.</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">Go straight at the end of the street and you'll reach</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><i style="text-align: left;">General Luna Street.</i><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><span style="text-align: left;">Walk through the street in right direction coming from Padre Faura Street. </span><span style="text-align: left;">You'll see the outer wall of the old cemetery. And there you go!</span></div>
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The Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery in Laguna is the only one of its kind in the Philippines - it is a burial site located inside, or more accurately, beneath a church. This church is rich in history - it was built and designed for funeral mass in 1845 by the <b><i>Franciscan priest Fr. Vicente Velloc</i></b>. He also directed the construction of an underground graveyard 15 feet below the church.<br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">The cemetery was declared as National Historical Treasure by National Historical Commission of the Philippines because its underground crypt was used as a secret meeting place in 1896 by Filipino revolutionaries or Katipuneros, members of the KKK. During the Filipino-American War, Filipino patriots also used the underground cemetery to formulate their battle plans and to seek shelter. It also became a safehouse for Filipino guerillas during World War II. There is no famous hero buried here but perhaps, it is enough that we pay our respects to this place where our nameless heroes and patriots sought sanctuary.</span></div>
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There are buses going to San Pablo City, Laguna from bus terminals in Metro Manila-along Buendia and Taft Avenue in Manila and Makati. From San Pablo City, ride on jeepney going to Liliw-Nagcarlan Route. The cemetery is found along the National Road just tell the driver to drop you off on the site.<br />
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The <em><strong>Sanctuario de las Almas</strong></em> is one of two cemetery chapels in Tayabas. The other one is located in the current public cemetery. Like other cemetery chapel in the country, the church was intended for town's both Filipino and Spanish dignitaries as place for interment. Nowadays, it is use as full functional church. Though still have few niches in the surrounding, the cemetery complex is not a accepting dead to be interred. Regular mass is also held during sundays. </div>
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There are buses going to Lucena City or Sta. Cruz, Laguna from bus terminals in Metro Manila-along Buendia and Taft Avenue in Manila and Makati while there are also in Araneta Center in Cubao and in EDSA-Kamuning-Kamias. From Sta. Cruz, ride on jeepney going to Lucban in terminal located in Pagsawitan. </div>
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In my case, I opted to travel going Lucena through DLTB Bus. Then boarded off in Lucena Grand Central Teminal. Fare would be P210. Then take jeepneys going to Tayabas fare would be P25 . </div>
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Built in 1892, the Campo Santo of Town of San Joaquin, one of the Iloilo's farthest town, have catered deads of the province for more than a century.Lies along the National Road, the cemetery is very visible when you are passing Iloilo-Antique Road. Only meters higher, from the sea level, one can have a beautiful vistas of the sea.</div>
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The locals would call it "Campo Santo" probably have adapted the colonial tounge, meaning a holy field as it refers to cemetery. The word is not new to my ears because I was used to call it the same in our hometown. As usual character of our heritage structure, the cemetery possessed the<strong><em> Baroque Architecture</em></strong>. It can be seen on the huge balustrades-fences adorned with pot-like on its top.</div>
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Romanesque characters was also noticed on its gate arch. It has pilasters on both sides seemingly supporting a pediment on the top. There were figures on 3 corners of the pediment. On top of the gate was quite large size statue of Jesus Christ with arms stretched wide. What was most striking on this cemetery was the mortuary chapel that would welcome its visitors. Made up of coral blocks that was stacked genuinely and cladded with baked red bricks. The high dome looks like a priest caps has also gave a classic elegance. It stands tall as it sits on the higher part of the campo santo.</div>
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In our case, we rode jeepney going to Miag-ao Church first and then boarded another jeepney bound to San Joaquin. But if you'll be coming from the city, one has to go in <strong>Super, a market </strong>where it serves as terminal for jeepneys going to South-Eastern Iloilo towns. Just tell the driver to drop you by in San Joaquins Old Campo Santo. The trip would take about an hour more or less.</div>
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Other option is to board on bus. It is Ceres Buses specifically bounding to Antique with terminal located in Molo District. Aside from air-conditioned ride and comfortable seats, you will probably enjoy country scenes along the way. Besides, the travel time is shorter.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Inaugurated in 1884, Janiuay cemetery, pronounce as "ha-nee-wai" was tagged as the most artistic cemetery in the country. The construction of the cemetery was led by Augustinian friar Fernando Llorente, he who also was the head of town of Dingle, where there is also a stone colonial cemetery constructed. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Janiuay Cemetery lies on a one-hectare tract of land. It was built on the top of the hill that made it more grand with provision of 3 flight of staircases that leads dramatically to 3 arched entrances. . Entrances are made up of three grand Tudor arches. The area is fenced by steel supported by circular stone columns.</span></div>
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Among the cemetery chapels that I visited in Iloilo, this is the most maintained. Like Janiuay Cemetery, it lies along the main road and very much visible to the public. It has three entrances which were enormous and in good state yet the simplest among its neighbors. The design is more of Romanesque with some Gothic characters, there is a huge octagonal baroque mortuary chapel or capilla at the center which was beautifully restored.<br />
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It might look unusual to get fascinated with old cemeteries but I enjoyed visiting some of those. Honestly, those are the places that peace, literally, could possibly be achieved. In terms of architecture and historical significance, visiting them is an exceptional encounter. </div>
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MAKATI, Philippines -- It is just overwhelming that again our country is included in must visit destination for the coming year 2015 according to <b>Lonely Planet</b>. They come up with the list of top cities, regions and countries. </div>
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Topped on the list are <b>Singapore</b> for countries, <b>Washington DC</b> for cities, <b>Gallipoli Peninsula</b> in Turkey for regions. These were on the Lonely Planets latest feature, <i>"Best Travel for 2015"</i> --- these were chosen for its "topicality, unique experience and wow factor". And being ranked 8th for country category is a big achievement for us. As the travel site start up attribute to the country mentioned,<br />
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islands have dive-tastic coral reefs, sunbathe-ready white sands, swaying palm
trees and nipa-palm thatched huts. Plus in 2015 the government is laying on all
sorts of special events to raise the profile of the archipelago. And if there’s
one thing Filipinos know how to do, it’s party – expect street parades, food
festivals, sports tournaments and live music. Now that Philippine Airlines has
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So what could we expect for the next year? Flocks of tourists will definitely come. The authority, DOT, shall prepare for the arrival of tourist and let us show them the the genuine Filipino hospitality and the true sense of our tourism slogan, <b>"IT'S MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES</b>' </div>
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MANILA, Philippines -- I was scheduled to join the sketching session of my newly discovered artist group, <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/urbansketchersphilippines/816462098376682/?notif_t=group_activity" target="_blank">Urban Sketchers-Philippines.</a></b> The event was held in Manila-Pasay area so I knew there would be something good to capture and to click my cam with. It's the country's scenic and historic <b>Manila Bay</b>. Mind not the foul smell of the seawater just focus on the picture of the location. Hehehe! So, here is what my buddy Pent's shutter got snapped. The bay from daylight-to-dusk-to-night. I'm liking the night shots! </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">MANILA, Philippines -- Again, I was back in by beloved Manila City for my involvement to</span><span style="text-align: justify;"> </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/urbansketchersphilippines/" style="text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Urban Sketchers Philippines</a><span style="text-align: justify;"> </span><span style="text-align: justify;">for the first time. Hahaha! Another network and something to engage with whenever boredom hit me. </span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Just to give you brief background about the group, I learned about it through online site SPOT.PH. An article featured them as one of the best way to enjoy Manila on the other way around. It is a network of artist globally. A non-profit organization dedicated to raise the artistic, storytelling, and educational value of location drawing, promoting its practice and connecting people around the world who draw on location. It also aim to showcase the world, one drawing at a time. Anyone can participate and it is not necessarily that one has to be very good in sketching. Passion in the art is enough! The members were in different walk of life, young and adult, students and professors, artist, architects and many more. </span><br />
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Now, I'm caught again by my first love -- drawing, sketching. So long time that I loose my appetite doing arts. I did some of my paintings but none of those just not done yet. Perhaps, I don't have inspiration to do it so. It always begin with ideas and no decent output produce.</div>
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When I saw that the group has scheduled activity, I saved the day whenever our <b>Kalinga Trip</b> may not materialize. And it did! Better that I have plan B for a relief. Hahaha! So today at 3PM, I met these new artsy buddies. </div>
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I made two sketches for that 3 hours. After that, all the sketches made by the attendees were gathered for it to have pictures and also the sketchers, us did a group shots.<br />
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The sketching session is held monthly in areas that majority has agreed. Preferably in urban areas. In other cosmopolitan like Cebu and Baguio, there were already a starting group or a chapter. For this month the sketching activity was held in the vicinity of CCP and meeting point at Harbor Square. </div>
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These islanders really know how to party! Here how it went that fiesta night. Party animals! 😁🎵🎶</div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="text-align: justify;">I was in the right place at the right time! The island which was composed of 3 barangays were celebrating their week-long fiesta. As a usual set up during fiesta in barangay most likely in the province, the local were busy preparing for the upcoming yearly celebration. It was </span><i style="text-align: justify;">bisperas ng fiesta </i><span style="text-align: justify;">on my second night in the island. Ate Nelly, my host, told me that a </span><i style="text-align: justify;"><b>Barangay Night</b></i><span style="text-align: justify;"> will be held that night. Well, it was not new to me at all. Growing up in the province where fiestas were given so much effort and time, I used to attend yearly event like this. It's a gathering of all residents of the locality in one night of party, rendezvous and banquet. Each </span><i style="text-align: justify;">sitios</i><span style="text-align: justify;"> (smaller unit of barangay) were expected to share food and even perform an intermission number to showcase local talents. It is also the time of homecoming of some locals who have transfered to other place or even the </span><i style="text-align: justify;">balikbayan. </i><br />
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So what would you expect with that? A real good party indeed! On the other side, what excites me is I could witness how these islanders do their party compare to my hometown. And it's been quite a long time since the last time I attended a <i>barangay fiesta</i>.<br />
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I found their fiesta night the same with ours. Until such moment that the emcee asked the people to dance a <i><b>"Pantomina"</b></i> dance. Oohh! That's the first time I heard about it. I became curious what it is? There were locals who volunteered to perform while others were requested to get it in. Those who will dance will have to give a monetary amount. Hahaha! That's one thing that I didn't volunteer. The performers were aligned on both side of the hall. Male and female were separated. Then the sound of melodic classical ballads was played and the dancers also began to move. I see it like a <i><b>"Rigodon Royale"</b></i> dance which I used to dance way back high school days during prom night. Apparently, it was a folk dance with hispanic influence which I see it as a good sign though is a borrowed tradition. That time, I saw a reflection of our ancestor's colonial era celebration in some sort. I admire how these people preserved that practice over the years and I'm pretty sure will last up to the next generations. </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">After few more sets of <i>Pantomino </i>dance, the crowd went wild along with pop and rock music sometimes a <i>cha cha </i>song. This is my moment. I joined the crowd and hit the dance floor. It was like a party till you drop scene. Hahaha! The islanders in all walk of life went crazy all night long. </span></div>
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I call it a night at about 11 pm although I wanted to stay longer and party with them all through the night. I need to get in bed early for my trip going back home in the next day. Again, I'll be back to the frantic city life! *Big Sigh*</div>
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In that afternoon of my first day in the island, I excitedly asked for assistance of somebody to tour me in interesting areas around the island. Two kiddos volunteered to accompany me in what they call <b>"Farm"</b>. They are Micheal who is a nephew of Ate Nelly and his friend John Mark. We left right after our lunch. From that first meal that I have in the island, I initially felt my host's generosity. </div>
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The simplicity of life in the island can be seen on how they spent their daily routine. There were no direct connection of electric power supply in the island. People would depend on the solar panels which was a project donated on them years ago. While well-off families have their own generators. </div>
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This was my room for couple of night. This is a guest room of my host, I guess. =)</div>
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We passed through a <i>Barangay </i>Hall and an elementary school which is fronting the sea. On my thought, "<i>How about if happens that I studied in that kind of school location. Definitely you will frequently see me soaking on the sea after classes.</i> <i>Hahaha!"</i></div>
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After passing the school, we then walked to the cream-colored-sand-shore of the island. It was low tide that time.</div>
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The cream color sand of Alibijaban wasn't as fine as the other famous beach in the country but the sea is as clean and as blue of those. </div>
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In the end of the front beach is forested with mangroves of the island. We walked further inland passing through the thick <i>bakawan. </i>The area is said to be part of DENR facility. </div>
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There were two concrete bridges that we have walked through. It was a good spot to sight-see and watch over the river teeming with marine life. Also, could give a perfect view of the mangrove areas.<br />
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Meet Micheal and John Mark, my tour guide in the island.</div>
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The landscape in the island as we walked further keeps me admiring the place. I have live in coastal barangay in my hometown and mangrove forests used to be also my playground during my childhood but this is unusual for me to see the sea floor of the sea forest sandy white instead of black plus the clear water. And the vegetation is different.</div>
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In just few more steps, we finally reached the "Farm" which I later found out that it was the DENR facility. The late husband of Nanay Maring, my host, used to be the caretaker of the facility that's why she was so proud to show me the place. A cottage nestled in the middle of the compound can accommodate 50 - 100 visitors and one can swim to the adjacent clear water.</div>
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There was a castaway wooden ship wrecked near the sand bar that adds drama in the area.</div>
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The area was a beach and mangrove forest combined.<br />
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This make shift platform was one of the interesting spot in the facility. It stands on a crowd of mangroves right on the sea water. It looks like a bamboo raft on stilt with an opening as if a pool for dipping. During high tide, the platform is submerged in the water.<br />
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We came across these two young man came from a catch of not a fish but a huge bat, a flying fox actually. In their local dialect, they call it <i>Kabog. </i> When I saw it, it broke my heart instantly. On the back of my mind I was madly questioning,<i> "Is the food source in the island was really that insufficient that local would end up hunting protected wildlife rather than sea creatures for meal?" </i>No matter how I wanted to reprimand these guys, I know I'm not in the position to do it so. All I can do is understand them and blame it solely to poverty prevailing in the island. </div>
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The whole stretch of the other side of island was coastline of cream-sand in front of bluegreen-ish water. That was tempting for a swim but it was dusk already. I reserved that excitement for the next day.</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Although they have quite decent abodes which they can call their own, the main problem of the residents were food and monetary resources. The sea could provide them but scarcity is steadily felt due to large fishing competition. The heads of the family still do the traditional way of fishing while compare to those anglers that have up-to-date fishing equipment. So how they can contend against them? </span></div>
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After parting time with Kuya Goody, it took one more hour of travel from <b>San Narciso </b>then I finally arrived at San Andres. I was in the town proper at 12 midnight. The town was in the deep slumber. There were no locals around except the bus station crew and the driver of the bus. I don't know where to stay over the night. Beside, I ain't prepared for this. I have not researched accommodation place within the town so as I asked the crew, they don't even have the idea. I have no option but to spent the darkness somewhere. </div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="text-align: justify;">That worrisome look of mine was discerned by this goodhearted driver. He offered me to remain inside the bus to sleep with them. Yes, these buses were use as their bed after every trips, a temporary abode to take rest their weaken body.</span><br />
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<span class="userContent">Even if it's a little uneasy to sleep inside the bus because it was hot and </span>the silence was broke by murmuring mosquitoes in chorus ready for a feast, it wasn't bad at all! I appreciate what I have that time. On my thought, it is better than none!<br />
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We were in Pagbilao area already<i> (I assumed</i>) when I noticed a seemingly amiable man talking to everyone as if he knows everybody inside the bus. To be honest, it annoys me a bit every time I see a "feeling-close-person". But by observing this man, I knew he is different. I find him just truly friendly and nothing else, just that. I don't know. Maybe I felt his sincerity in every talks he had to all the passengers. So when a chance came, when one of the passengers boarded off, I sat beside him. </div>
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From that petty chat, it leads to sharing quite personal background about us. I learned that he is working in a seminary in <b>Lucena City, </b>the province's capital,<b> </b>as a helper and he'll be attending a funeral of one of his relative in his hometown in <b>San Narciso</b>, a town before San Andres. We conversed further and learned a lot from him. He mentioned more destinations to explore in Bondoc Peninsula and most of all, he advised me some precautions of traveling around most likely in San Andres part. He is concerned about me and this is what I appreciated most. The fact that we just met and we were just building this friendship for the past hours is overwhelming. </div>
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At the back of my mind, I was reminded the plus side of traveling. In our travels, it made possible to create genuine comradeship in a short period. Sometimes, strangers are worth trusting than people that surrounds us everyday. Maybe, we have to believe in them. Trust them at all cost. And sometimes, this candid-type of companionship is more worthy to be treasured, a life-long friend ought to have in our lifetime. </div>
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That six-hour travel ended up seemingly like a glimpse. We already got to San Narciso which means that Kuya Goody will drop off. But before that we exchanged contact numbers for the sake of continuous friendship. We sent messages to each other until I reached the island. Up to this day as I wrote this, we still do <i>"kumustahan". </i>I hope I could meet him again when I have time to visit Lucena City. I hope...</div>
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MANILA, Philippines -- As picturesque as it looks, the truth behind the historic <i><b>Manila Bay</b></i> simply define our nation at the present time. It is far from its heyday and now suffering from gradual deterioration. But for <i>Manilenyos,</i> Manila Bay is more than just the astonishing sunset but a home that sheltered dozens of ill-fated souls wrecked on the brim of poverty. It is a source of life and a spring of hope. Congruently similar to an everyday city life -- tiresome, chaotic, muddled in frantic urban realm, right after the sunset, all is promised with another day. </div>
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