Sunday, September 24, 2017
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Benguet : STOBOSA Murals
Our Baguio visit won't be complete without going to Strawberry Farm in La, Trinidad Benguet. On our way there, we saw these beautiful colorful murals painted on houses on the hillside community of Stonehill, Botiwtiw and Sadjap (STOBOSA) in Barangay Balili, La Trinidad, Benguet. Inspired by the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The Stobosa mural is the newest tourist attraction in Baguio that every Baguio-goer, travelers, and adventure seeker would go gaga over with, on their SNS including moi self.
So make sure to pullover and take your selfies and poses when you see these on your way to strawberry farm or walk away after your visit in Bell Church. The whole thing took almost half a year to finish, with residents pitching in in painting each houses.
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Flower Festival 2017
A day before my 30th birthday, I went to the Summer Capital of the Philippines to unwind and relax. Never did I know it was in time for the famous Panagbenga Celebration. An annual flower festival celebrating Baguio City's "seasons of blooming". Nothing can be more romantic than thousands of flowers in full bloom and meticulously arranged floating at the heart of Melvin Jones Burnham Park in Baguio City.
I am so happy, I was able to witnessed it for the first time.
Here are my favorite photos of that day!
The festival is held every month of February, this was created in honor to the city's flowers and as a way to rise up from the devastation of the 1990 Luzon earthquake, that badly hit Baguio City. The festival includes floats that are covered mostly with flowers, street dancing - presented by local dancers in flower inspired costumes, that is inspired by the beautiful Cordillera's customes and tradition.
Make sure to include this in your #travelgoals for next year travel adventure!
HOW TO GO TO BAGUIO?
Going to Baguio is very easy. Because there are bus companies in Manila that cater passengers travelling to Baguio such as Victory Liner and Genesis Bus. Victory Liner's buses run on a 24-hour service while the Genesis buses operates from 3AM to 7PM. Regular fare/ ticket price is 485 pesos and travel time usually takes 6 to 7 hours. Most of these buses have FREE WIFI. (Prices may change without prior notice.) Check out Victory Liner's website for more information at www.victoryliner.com while Genesis Bus at www.genesistransport.com.ph.
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Thursday, April 7, 2016
Korean Drama : The Blood (Hangul: 블러드)
The Blood made my list of Kdrama's for 2015 with vampire story-line. I was skeptical about this one because of poor ratings and reviews I've read and seen online. I'm glad I didn't listen to the previous negative reviews and comments about this drama and decided to watch it for me to decide.
Model-turned-actor Ahn Jae Hyun played the role of Park Ji Sang, a vampire. Or rather, he was infected with the vampire virus called VBT-01, because of his parents who were born human, and was infected by the said virus. Ji Sang uses his power to help people. When Ji Sang found out whose the mastermind and responsible for his parents death. He goes to Taemin Cancer Hospital, thanks to his young good looking self he was accepted as an incredibly top surgeon in Taemin. Wherein he meet Dr. Yoo Ri Ta played by Ku Hye Sun. The niece and heir of Taemin Hospital. Ri Ta is kindhearted, yet fierce young surgeon. She also happen to be the girl, Ji Sang save in the forest when they were both young.
Ku Hye Sun and Ahn Jae Hyun tandem receive a lot of criticism. Due to the latter lack of experience in acting. Ahn Jae Hyun seemed to grow more confident as the series progressed but by then the show had lost a lot of viewers.
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT THIS DRAMA:
I watch this drama with fairly low expectations. But somehow Ku Hye Sun and Ahn Jae Hyun manage me to watch them till the very end. I had a good time watching this, I was happy, thrilled, giggling and sad seeing Ji Sang died...yet somehow, they left me wondering what really happen. Because it appears on the end part that Ji Sang is alive??? or was is Ri Ta's figment imagination or his doppleganger or twins?So there you go, kind of sloppy writing, but oh well, we move on. Not the strongest series out there, but quite fun while it lasted.
MY RATING : 6/10
Have you been watching The Blood? What do you think about it? Share your thoughts and leave your comments below! Happy Drama Watching Everyone!!!
(PS. All picture grabbed from google credits to its owner)
Friday, March 11, 2016
Regina Rica a Pilgrimage Site in Tanay Rizal, Philippines
Last weekend my cousin invite us to go to Regina Rica, a pilgrimage site located in Tanay Rizal. A 2 hours away from where we lived. I'm not sure how long does it takes here if your commuting. But I'll be sharing below, how you can get here.
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| with my family. ♥ |
We left home as early as 8am, and arrive in Regina Rica at around 10am. There were so many people flocked towards the area, because it was on Sunday. The place also offer masses for the public, Sunday 11:00am first service and 3:30pm second service. And on Saturday 11:00am and 4:00pm service. But before we starts our pilgrimage, we were told to head straight to the conference area, where they would have a short orientation for its visitor/guest. Along the way you will see this sign, to make sure you are guided and would not loss around the vicinity.
The orientation area.
After a minute the speaker show up and share a little information about Regina Rica. This was founded by the Dominican Sisters of Regina Rosary way back in 1998. The Regina Rosary Contemplative Association grew over the years and in 2009 they established the Regina Rosarii Institute for Contemplation in Asia (Regina RICA) in Tanay, Rizal which quickly became a popular pilgrimage site in the Philippines.
The speaker would also remind the visitors that Regina Rica, is not a park, picnic ground or your playground. It's a sacred place, that requires you to be on your best behavior when you are inside the place. People visiting this people should observe silence and respect for the sanctity and cleanliness of the area. Regina Rica is a place for Prayer, Pilgrimage, Peace and Patient. Because coming here you need to be patient. Learn to wait for your turn especially going to Sulod and Candle House.
There is also a dress code, strapless or spaghetti straps, shorts, sando and too revealing outfits are not allowed. But don’t worry, if by accident you are unaware about this rule, because they would let you borrow a cover-up, just make sure you wore them the whole time inside. Or you can buy some long skirts and shawls, in the store inside. They have this rule to make sure the place is being respected and wearing inappropriate clothing, says otherwise. Regina Rica is not your "Playground", its a sacred ground that needs to be respected.
Regina RICA is an up and down the hill kind of place. The centerpiece is an iconic 71-foot statue of the Our Lady on Top of the Hill. So make sure you are ready to sweat.
But if you have someone with you, who are having hard time to walk, worry no more, because Regina Rica also offer a shuttle of PWD (person with disability) for a Php 5.00 donation. They also have wheelchair you can borrow for free.
Along the trail you will see different kinds of beautiful flowers. Here's my favorite of them all.
and this little patotie, who survived the trail, without asking her mom to carry her.
When we reach the top a long line greeted us, everyone is waiting in line to enter the SULOD. It wasn't on my plan, but my sister insisted me to go in and see whats inside, from outside we can hear someone talking and giving another orientation to the ones inside. Regina RICA’s is also known for sanctuary of love and devotion.
After the orientation, we head upstairs, unfortunately we didn't see anything amazing because it was currently under construction. But you get to see the beautiful view. My cousin stayed a longer time, while me and siblings decided to head down. Because my nieces and nephew were starving already. On our way down we see these beautiful views and some animals roaming around the area.
1.) Regina RICA Chapel
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Outside the chapel you will see this wishing well.
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2.) The parking area from afar.
3.) San Jose Rotonda
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| from a far. |
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| up close. |
4.) Mary's Sacred Trail
5.) The Sheep!
6.) 14 Station of Crosses
7.) The Horse!
8.) Hanging Bridge
9.) Kakahuyan!
10.) Koi Pond
Keep in mind, that you can take pictures anywhere inside the whole vicinity, make sure you keep SILENT and RESPECT other people who are meditating and other pilgrim's.
HOW TO GET HERE:
Cubao-Tanay Route
- From Aurora boulevard, Gateway. There are many Jeepney or UV Express Van that bound for Cogeo Market, that you can get in.
- Go down to Cogeo Town Plaza then go to City Mall of Antipolo Market to get a ride bound for Sampaloc, Tanay Rizal.
- When you reach Sampaloc, Tanay Market. Get a tricycle ride going to Regina Rica, in Sitio Aguho Street.
If your coming from Edsa. You can also get this route from Star Mall at Edsa corner Shaw Boulevard. Get a van or jeep going to Tanay. This will bring you to Tanay town proper. Just tell the driver to direct you to Tanay Sampaloc jeepney terminal. From Sampaloc terminal you can get a tricycle that would take you to Regina Rica.
Unfortunately, I cannot give any fare amount if how much it would cost commuting going to Regina Rica, because I don't know. But rest assured that if would not cost that much. Probably around Php300.00 pesos or less. As for the food, you have an option of bringing your own food, with designated areas or cottages. But, if you are lazy to bring, worry no more. Because the place has restaurant for your to eat.
OUR ROUTE:
Mambugan-Masinag-Cogeo-Paenaan-Sampaloc Tanay-Regina Rica.
BEST TIME TO GO TO REGINA RICA:
Regina Rica open from 8 am to 5:30 pm. CLOSED every TUESDAYS.
ONE IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER BEFORE LEAVING REGINA RICA IS....
Bring home your trash! Bsura mo iiuwi mo.
ONE IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER BEFORE LEAVING REGINA RICA IS....
Bring home your trash! Bsura mo iiuwi mo.
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