Cagbalete Island Travel Guide: How to enjoy the island in less than PHP1000

Basking around the sun, playing with the waves, reflecting on the beach and appreciating what God has given to us - A perfect summer starter pack. Besides the fact that this beach is uncrowded, one of the main attraction of this island is the pristine sand bars and extended shoreline whenever it reaches its low tide. You may opt to visit the nearby island wherein you can witness an island which has full of mangrove trees, do the snorkeling, jet-skiing or even do the paragliding. 

TAIWAN on a budget: Historical places to visit with no entrance fee

Chiang Kai Shek Memorial

The fact that Taiwan is considered to be one of the nearest country to visit, it is cheap and you can explore the whole island in just 5-6 days. It is well-known for its original milk teas, they're rich in culture and they have a lot of historical places to visit. From traditional Chinese temples, museums, parks, modern cities and mountainous terrain, you can explore the whole country because of its organized train system.

Taipei,Taiwan: Authentic street food market in the heart of Asia

One thing that I will surely miss in Taiwan is their authentic Taiwanese foods. Talking about foods, every corners and streets of Taiwan has a lot of delicious foods that will surely melt your heart.  Night markets are absolutely packed with array of foods. They are cheap (NTD10 - NTD100) and gives lingering taste to tingle your taste buds! 

BALI AND SIRAO VIBES: Spend time with nature at Sonya's and Siony's Restaurant

These two restaurants along the vicinity of Tagaytay will definitely gives you "Sirao and Bali vibes". Whenever we go on a trip to Tagaytay, we always look for the best spots and best restaurants Tagaytay has to offer. Siony's and Sonya's are one of a perfect place to spend time with your friends and date with your loved ones since Valentine's day is approaching.

DIY Fantasy World Batangas: This could have been PH's DISNEYLAND

Remember the good old times wherein you go play around tumbang preso, jackstone, ten-twenty and even wishes to go to Disneyland? Good old times folks, until adulting strikes and you have to pay bills and take a lot of responsibilities.

Exploring the home of Bagnet - Ilocos Sur!

Quirino Bridge, Ilocos Sur

Let me tell you one fact, whenever I go travel with my friends, never will I planned all my travel destinations. I am a kind person that will always be open to expose myself to culture and diversity of each places in the Philippines. It's my first time here in Ilocos. We explored Ilocos Sur in just 1 day! A 7-hour travel time is indeed paid of with the views that you'll going to see and the food that Ilocos are proud of.

Where will the road take you?

I'm the one who's always craving for adventure. This year, God fulfilled a lot of things I'm wishing for - to experience life to the fullest. Despite of every storms I'd experience, I am grateful that I was able to survive all of them. This blog post is a way of sharing my experience and saying thank you to all the people I encountered this 2017. 

Sunday Thoughts: Life Lately

Pambansang third wheel

Here we are again talking about my life updates. These past few days, I've been so blessed and grateful of the things that I experienced. Thanks for the ASEAN summit! I've got a chance to roam around Laguna, Tagaytay, Rizal and Batangas. I've got a chance to catch up with my friends. I've got a chance to at least forget all my workload and my responsibilities as a teacher. 

TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: Treasure Mountain

A Quick Background

Officially known as Treasure Mountain Educational Campsite, Treasure Mountain is where you can experience and witness a stunning sea of clouds. Unluckily, we were not able to observe the sea of clouds but we were able to witness the surreal beauty of the place.

You can do a lot of activities in Treasure Mountain, there, you can do activities such as chasing waterfalls like the Bosay falls (they are offering tour guides to trek at the falls), star-gazing or you may go for a side-trip to Daranak falls, Pililla Wind mill, Calinawan Cave or Regina Rica.

DIY: You'll surely treasure this TREASURE MOUNTAIN

Looking for effortless destination which overlooks the Sierra Madre Mountain range? Adventure that is near Metro Manila? A good place wherein you are away from the hustle and bustle of Manila? A budget-friendly get-away? No hiking but, you'll gonna witness a sea of clouds? This one is perfect for you!

LIFE LATELY - SUNDAY THOUGHTS

Matawe Tidelands, Aurora

It has been 7 months since my last post about my recent trip to the Philippines. Finally, despite of a hectic schedule that I have right now, I still manage to update my blog. This is just a short update about my life lately. I've been through ups and downs and I'm still

TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: HUNDRED ISLANDS, PANGASINAN

Hundred Islands National park is mainly consist of 123 islets. Each islet has its own feature which makes it worth to stay. You can go rapelling, ziplining, snorkeling and also helmet diving. We went there with a tour package. Check out Don Fhau travel and tour agency 😉

On our way to Governors Island

TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: Dingalan, Aurora

Going up Northeast, what fascinates me the most is the abundance of rock formations, mountains and natural feauture of the Philippines. Aurora is famous of having huge sea waves which makes the surfers to stay there. As we went there, it was really a BATANES-look-alike-feature or more likely the Batanes of the East. Going up here, you need to trek for atleast 20-30 minutes and tadaaah you will then sea the famous rock formation of Dingalan plus the view of Pacific ocean!

MT. ULAP, ITOGON, BENGUET

Gungal Rock - one of the visuals of Mt. Ulap

Extending right here is the Cordillera Mountain

MT. ULAP ECO-TRAIL
Itogon, BenguetEntry point: Brgy. Ampucao, Itogon
Exit point: Brgy. Sta. Fe, Itogon
LLA: 16.2904 N, 120.6312 E, 1846 MASL (Mt. Ulap)
Days required / Hours to summit: 1 day / 2-3 hours
Specs: Difficulty 3/9, Trail class 1-3,
Features: Grassland and pine ridges,

MIRACLE ART MUSEUM, TAGUIG CITY

Hi guys! After 5 months of being on hiatus because of tons of workload, I'm currently back with more exciting adventures/stories to share with you!

DIY: CAMPING IN BUROT BEACH, BATANGAS

PENDULUM

“Pendulum” a play written by Rani Mae Aberin and to be directed by Janus Matthew Martinez. Produced by Christine Ann Camille Baria to be staged this April 26, 27, and 28, 2016. Time slots will be 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm at the Education Auditorium, Albertus Magnus Building, University of Santo Tomas.

If you're interested, inquire @ 0915 396 7730.

TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: A LOOK INSIDE A HIDDEN GEM -- BUROT BEACH (DAY 1)

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city - Burot beach is a must try! It is located at Calatagan, Batangas and a 3 to 4 hours ride going there would really satisfy your cravings for summer adventures! You can go cliff diving, snorkeling and island

SundayThoughts: My therapy

WARNING: Shifting talks, more into Science for this post as well as my appreciation in this field. This is just a Sunday thoughts that I want to share with you all!

CLASSROOM SESSION 101

Right now, my love for pink color has been invading my style. It was really evident to see this because my past OOTD's were having a touch of pink color. Who doesn't love pink? I love the way it paired up with white sneakers, culottes and tied tee shirt. What do you think of this look?