0 THAILAND: A GLIMPSE TO THE KINGDOM OF "SIAM"

It was 2012 the last time I traveled out of the country. I had a great experience seeing the world outside the place I have grown up. While on the plane going to Hong Kong it seems like I’m not yet convinced that there are other places outside the Philippines. I know I'm just kidding but honestly those questions ran on my mind. Anyway after nearly two years I’ll have to experience again traveling out of the country. Thanks to Cebu Pacific with their piso-fare promos – now everyone has the chance to fly. This time we will be traveling to Thailand, a place that is somehow closer to the heart of Filipinos. Since we are scheduled to depart...

0 THAILAND: BUMPED WITH STUDENTS SURVEY ABOUT MARTIAL LAW SELFIE

One day is not enough; Wat Pho is one of the largest and oldest temples in Thailand so I don’t think a single day is enough to cover the whole place. We decided to end the tour after an hour or two and commenced whatever on the itinerary. Grand Palace is the next stop that is seated right across the temple. But before we check out the Grand Palace we decided to eat some street foods. There were numbers of vendors outside the temple and has plenty of choices. There were meatballs, hotdogs, dried squid, and even grilled corn, and a lot more. While tasting those foods, there were group of students approached and asked me if I’m willing to...

0 BITUON BEACH RESORT OF MASBATE

This is one of the nicest beach resorts not just in the province but in the Bicol region. Though more beaches arising in the province, this is one of the pioneer resorts serving our foreign and local tourists alike. Masbate has some of the best kept secrets white sand beaches and clear blue water.  When I set foot again in Masbate after so many years, I have decided to pay visit to this resort. Since going to my town will take 2 – 3 hours ride, I’ve decided to stay in the City for few hours and asked my cousin to take me here which is about few kilometers away. Truly is a Star of Masbate, “Bituon” is a Visayan term which...

0 BRIEF HISTORY ABOUT THAILAND

“Land of the Free”, words I remember about Thailand. Some may think of the United States because of the Star-Spangled Banner, the American national anthem which we normally heard in the Philippines because of their influence – Americanization per se. But then since I always love the world history, I am always profound on remembering descriptive names of Asian countries. Nearly 95% of Thailand's population is Buddhist. Buddha is the enlighten one, is a very nature of Buddhism. Being the only country in South East Asian region who have escaped with the colonial rule, Thailand has the right to claim as the only land that have the freedom....

0 MANILA STREET HERITAGE FESTIVAL, SELFIE AT #SELFIESCOLTA

It is indeed the Manila’s Queen of Streets. Calle de la Escolta back then was the posh district for business biz before the affluent Makati’s towering skyline. The eminence had past but the memories shall live forever. The Manila Street Heritage Festival or #selfiEscolta initially scheduled on June 28 but due to unpredictable weather, it has been moved to July 5, 2014. The intention of this movement is to promote the conservation and appreciation of old buildings in Manila. Also to remember that this is once Manila’s premiere business and shopping district, a historical footnote, and has a huge part in the development of Philippine...

0 SOCIALICIOUS TEA, THE ART OF MILK TEA LOVERS

Is it really important to have an inspiration when writing a blog post? I would say inspiration is good but not as necessary. However when writing I think I need a quiet place or somewhere that I can make up a description which linked to my story. That’s why on the weekend I want to go outside where there are movements. That way I can produce a story behind those whatever activities. Now I found a new place, a place to share, to spend time working on my posts. I think I’m going to love here since they have consistent connection. Now call me a ‘net sucker’. Lol. Socialicious Tea is just blocks away from where I lived. So it would be a...

0 Philippine Festivals for the Month of July

In line with my latest about our simple yet joyful barrio fiesta, I’ll be listing down the date to celebrate for the month of July. The world might be celebrating as the most powerful country commemorating their freedom, but this post is not about the 4th of July. Below are the lists of festivals in the Philippines.. This would be the special month so I’d like to start with a cheerful celebration around the country. Sandugo Festival It is an annual historical celebration took place in Tagbilaran, the Capital City of Bohol. This festival commemorates the Treaty of Friendship, a blood-sealed treaty between the Philippines...

2 How We Celebrate Barrio Fiesta!

The Philippines is one of the countries in the South East Asian region that celebrates the most number of festivals. Festival is normally refers to a religious holiday, and the word festival in the Philippines being one of the Spanish colonies is fiesta. It is the most common term to denote a religious feast to honor a patron saint. Fiesta is already part of the lives of Filipino and the endowment of Philippine culture. The Banderitas, a colorful trimming used for Fiesta Banners  As a Christian nation, we have different patron saints. Each will surely have an honoring date to celebrate. And that fiesta should push through...