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Nuvali: Evoliving in the South

2011-08-10T00:10:00.000-07:00

NUVALI is a master planned eco-community development that combines green building technology with sustainable architecture and construction. It espouses “Evoliving”, which is the seamless weaving of life, nature and technology for a healthier and less stressful kind of life where people and nature thrive in harmony. Last week regardless of the current weather forecast, my family managed to

BATANES: Start of Nature Exploration

2011-04-21T23:49:00.000-07:00

DAY1: I was standing in massive green cliffs rising from 50-70 meters above sea-level and as I stood still, it’s like I was at the top of the famous cliff of Moher in Ireland. Taming the cold easterly winds and enjoying the panoramic view of the 35 km² Batanes Island. Wow! Yes, I thought I was only dreamin’ but no, it’s not. This is real. I am here, with my newly found friends, enjoying the

BATANES: The Departure

2011-04-11T01:03:00.000-07:00

AN EARLY WAKE UP CALL arose me from a good night sleep last April 1, 2011. I've thought that I might have been a victim of the April fools' thingy but at the back of my mind, even If I am partly conscious, I am sure that this call is of utmost importance to me at that very moment. But I was unperturbed, still. The 109th Independence

Destination: Eagle's Point

2007-06-08T15:48:00.000-07:00

Pinoy Explorer is on the go again. Recently, I was able to visit the fabulous resort of Eagle Point in Batangas. Local residents in this area called the place "Bagalangit" which means "Almost Heaven". It has something that they can be proud of, clean sea air, pristine waters, perfect for scuba divers and fantastic sunset view by the bay.The place is located on the tip of the Calumpang Peninsula

Pinay Heroes on Everest

2007-05-20T23:23:00.000-07:00

Philippine Flag has been raised again at the top of Mt. Everest for the second time. The first is when three Filipino mountainers (Leo Oracion, Pastour Emata and Romi Garduce) successfully reached the summit last year during the 1st Philippine Mt. Everest Expediton and now, three Filipinas made their historic feat as the first ASEAN women to reach the highest mountain on Earth.NoelleWenceslao,

Pahiyas: Feast of San Isidro Labrador

2007-05-15T20:58:00.000-07:00

May is a month of fiesta in the Philippines and mostly devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Countless Flores de Mayo are being held in various barrios throughout the country where flowers are being offered by children and Santacruzan are for young ladies who vie for the Reyna Elena status.But the month of May is also about celebrating the feast of their patron saints. To all of us, May 15 is just

Its my Wife's Day!

2007-05-13T09:34:00.000-07:00

I was at home reading a Sunday paper and I throw a glance at my wife with my 2 year old kid watching the photos during our last year's vacation in baguio. My son was so happy enumerating names of those what he sees on the photo slides on the computer monitor. He giggles and he was very smart calling his mother's attention to turn the photos in portrait mode. He already able to identify what is

Photos Led to Boracay's Discovery

2007-05-05T20:52:00.000-07:00

We are surprised by its awesome beauty. We enjoyed the powder-like white sands and breathtaking sunset. But do you have any idea how this beautiful island called Boracay was discovered?It was my second time in Boracay and I was not here for any ordinary outing experience. I was here in search of Boracay's history, art and culture. But the truth of the matter is, this island does not have much

Rediscover the Beauty of Miag-ao

2007-05-02T19:42:00.000-07:00

I really don't know much about Miag-ao but I often heard it from my colleagues about its historical importance. So, when the opportunity came, I took the time to make the most out of the place. I have been to Iloilo City when I was in college but I had never been to Miag-ao. I just came here now to visit our branch office. I added as part of my itinerary the

Camarines Sur: Home for Xtreme Sports in Asia

2007-04-13T23:07:00.000-07:00

I have been to Bicol region just recently and the talk-of-the town there was about the new sport complex that is still being developed by the provincial government. It is a world-class facility that will house extreme sports such as dirt biking, skateboarding and the now popular cabled-waterskiing.The Cam Sur Watersports Complex (CWC) was the first world-class facility in Asia located inside the

Pieces of Hope in Albay

2007-04-11T14:08:00.000-07:00

Cagsawa Ruins, the famous landmark of Bicol region are still intact and are spared from the ravaging flash floods brought by typhoon Reming last year. It resulted to more than a thousand deaths from various municipalities surrounding the Mt. Mayon in Albay province.It is contrary to the reports made by foreign and local media who covered the fiasco and said that it was washed away and half buried

A Time to Reflect

2007-04-04T22:10:00.000-07:00

In the Philippines, the Holy Week culminates the solemn observance of Christians faith. Countless "Cenaculos" and "Pabasas" reciting and re-enacting the passion and death of Jesus Christ will again be traditionally observed. This rituals became one of the tourist attractions during the Lenten Season.Last Sunday, April 1 marks the Palm Sunday. It signifies and highlights the triumphal entry of

Long Live Philippine Blog Awards-07

2007-04-01T13:11:00.000-07:00

Finally, the bests of Filipino Blogs was acknowledge at the 1st Philippine Blog Awards last night at the Podium of RCBC Plaza in Makati City. I was able to attend the awards night with my wife and I was thankful to the organizer for sending me an invite.I accompanied my wife at the Glorietta to do her regular shopping before we proceeded to the venue earlier at 5:00 pm. She was actually hesitant

FABIAN: An Artist worth remembering

2007-01-10T21:00:00.000-08:00

In the art circle, the name "Fabian de la Rosa" never rings a bell. It is because nobody pays attention to his works or probably, he has been forgotten for the past centuries and has never been taught or introduced to the younger generation. I also have to accept that I was not knowledgeable about him and his works and never seen one until I was involved in an artbook project of Filipiniana.net

A Vacation in Baguio

2007-01-03T21:17:00.000-08:00

At last, a vacation was fulfilled after the hurdles in the office. But still has to work in baguio for a day meeting with our librarian/editor and to give the indexing of the book that is already scheduled for the press. The Xmas break is the only time that I should pursue since the coming year is expected to be tight with deadlines and activities.Anyway, three days and two nights in a cozy old

Epix-06 Honors Best Images of the Year

2006-11-03T23:23:00.000-08:00

Last Sunday, October 29 was a very commemorative date in my photography world. This is the day when budding photographer like me will be honored with pride as we contribute our talent preserving moments of our time.I rushed to MRT station going to Chino Roces in Makati City for the awarding ceremony of Epix-06 conducted by Epson Philippines held and organized in cooperation with One Workshop

A Father to my Son

2006-09-25T23:41:00.000-07:00

My time was already eaten by my work that sometimes I have already forgotten that my family needs my presence and quality time. Last week, I ponder things and I realized my shortcomings when I was at the hospital holding my son while he was being injected with syringe to control his high fever. I felt his heartbeat pounds so hard as he struggled to escape from the medical procedure. I told myself

An International Bookfair for Filipinos

2006-09-03T20:23:00.000-07:00

With the theme "Make it a habit", The 27th Manila International Book Fair culminated last August 30-Sept. 3, 2006 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. This is an annual event for book lovers and a big show for all book publishers. Everyone has its own strategies and way to attract book lovers to visit their booths, attend special events and a showcase of their respective products and services

A Day with Ana's Band

2006-08-27T21:40:00.000-07:00

For a photographic point of view, perfect lighting is very important to achieve the drama that we wish for the final output of an image. And for a natural lighting, we depend on the time where sunlight is on its perfect form. That's what I am trying to explain to my clients everytime we do an outdoor photo shoot.This time, I have an emergency pictorial for an upcoming band named Ana Loves Sundays

The Pacific Plaza w/ Ms. Shh-BOOM

2006-07-03T20:25:00.000-07:00

May be i was just lucky enough to be attached on this distinct high-rise building at the center of Fort Bonifacio in Makati City not just because my boss lives here but having to work with a former actress for a pictorial on this same location is something. Actually, we'll be having a party at my boss unit later this afternoon and the pictorial was just a co-incidence. She is

From Everest to Bataan

2006-06-21T19:29:00.000-07:00

Everest is just a dream for everyone of us but for Romi, its something that he can already cherished for a life time. He made a mark on our history and soon to amaze us in the future. His return to his hometown in Bataan, is like another journey for him. He had never seen his family for quite sometime during his full time preparation and training for his big dream on Everest. So this time,

Sidetrip to Everest

2006-06-08T20:53:00.000-07:00

June 7, 2006__________ The hype over the climb to Mt. Everest continues and everyone were so excited to get the latest update that leads to some sort of network war on their coverage of the 1st Philippine Expedition to Mt. Everest. Well, at first, I'm not interested to the news when it was first announced. But when the news broke up that Filipino made it to the summit. I have this deep

Back to my Roots

2006-05-20T09:48:00.000-07:00

My visit to my hometown in Bicol Region this summer gives a glimpse to the old friends and playmates during my childhood years.Some of them have a family of their own,others made achievements here and abroad.We reminisced the past,talked of the present and dreamed of the future along with a bunch of alcohol to be able to stay awake until the wee hours of the morning. I may sound like I have not