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Banaue, Ifugao: The Underrated Ascend To Chappa Falls

September 12, 2012 2 comments

Series of cascades of chappa falls banaue ifugao

I lazily sat by Sanafe Lodge‘s balcony as I indulge on a warm cup of native brew while my eyes feast on a stunning panoramic view. As my eyeballs gently roll from left to right, the sun shone  deep beneath the mountains and revealed a cascading waterfalls squeezed in between gigantic slopes. “Rest” and “relax” weren’t really part of the itinerary written in my doodle-filled travel notebook, thus, there’s no need to waste time and kick start my Banaue, Ifugao adventure beginning with my ascend to Chappa Falls.

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Sanafe Lodge & Restaurant: Your “Home” In Banaue, Ifugao

September 4, 2012 13 comments

A small section at the veranda for a little privacy

In the mystic mountains of Banaue, Ifugao, travelers from all over the world visit the famous Cordillera town to witness an ingenious ancient engineering marvel. Visitors staying in Banaue seek the cozy ambiance and comfort of a temporary abode touched by the genuine Filipino value of hospitality. No other place in Banaue can offer accommodations of being just a hotel, but even more so as a home, than Sanafe Lodge & Restaurant. Read more…

Calamba, Laguna: 6th Philippine Wakeboard Nationals in REPUBL1C Wakepark

Wakeboarding in Republ1c Wakepark

Wakeboarding has become a fast-growing water sport in the Philippines and continuously attracting more thrill-seekers craving for another shot of adrenaline.  Extreme sports gear manufacturers and wakeboarding organizations promote the sport through competitions held in popular wake parks in the country. Held last August 17-19, 2012 was the 6th Philippine Wakeboard Nationals to introduce the latest extreme sports hub in the Philippines, REPUBL1C Wakepark in Calamba, Laguna. Read more…

Bicol’s Best Beaches & Board Sports

August 11, 2012 3 comments

Bicol being bound by numerous bodies of water offers a unique destination for a contrasting range of travelers seeking the best of both worlds. It is a region naturally engineered to be a peaceful escape and an adventure hub at the same time. Get your board shorts and bikinis ready as we get to know Bicol’s best pristine beaches and and thrill-induced board sports. Read more…

Antipolo City, Rizal: Romantic Dinner Package At Seven Suites Hotel Observatory

Seven Suites Dinner Date package

Who wouldn’t desire a picture perfect date tailor-made to create one unforgettable date that love birds would cherish their entire lives? Imagine a lovely candle-lit dinner date, perhaps, maybe a nice bottle of wine or champagne over an intimate conversation, or simply gaze at the night sky illuminated by glistening stars. Well, imagine no more for Seven Suites Hotel Observatory in Antipolo City promises all of the above in one memorable evening. Read more…

Baler, Aurora: A Joyful Joyride With Genesis’ Joy Bus

July 17, 2012 6 comments

Traveling through the mountainous region of Nueva Vizcaya on the way to Aurora Province was made convenient thanks to continuous development of roads and daily trips care off Genesis Bus Lines. And with the company’s latest addition to their fleet, the journey to the heart of Aurora Province was even made better with a  “first class” coach called “Joy Bus” Read more…

Ilocos Norte: Cape Bojeador Lighthouse of Burgos

July 9, 2012 3 comments

Fascinated by Philippine history and old architecture, lighthouses were my favorite age-old structures built by colonist in the country. From the coastal town of Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, the journey took us south towards the town of Burgos to see a historical landmark called Cape Bojeador Lighthouse. Read more…

Manos Greek Taverna in Tagaytay City

June 19, 2012 2 comments

Tagaytay City’s fame as one of the country’s most popular destination came with a number of establishments ranging from hotels to restaurants. Fast food chains, diners, and coffee shops found in Manila also added an urban flavor as an alternative to the local Bulalo dish. An addition to the wide variety of food options in Cavite’s high altitude tourist spot is Manos Greek Taverna.

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