Category Archives: ACTIVITIES

ILOCOS… Escape to the North Part 1

THE CONCEPTION After years of waiting, an escape to Ilocos had been pushed through. It was in 2008, five years ago, when I organized our Ilocos trip with my friends. I booked our online air tickets via Laoag, checked for hotels and planned the itinerary. Unfortunately, I didn’t make it since I am scheduled to be mobilized to my new job abroad before our departure date. Though my friends went... continue

BEIJING… Scenic Walk at the Great Wall of China

As Beijing is known for being the Capital of China, the city also boasted a lot of cultural and historical sites. Part of the grand history of China that was believed to be seen from the moon is now named one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, the Great Wall of China. On July 16, 2013, this was the last destination for the day’s itinerary. From Ming Tombs, we left towards the mountains near... continue

ROME… The Historic Colosseum

It can’t be denied that one purpose of coming to Rome will be a visit to the Colosseum. Not as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World but as part of the great history of Rome where Colosseum played an important role. Everybody knows about Colosseum and Rome; it had been featured to many movies, magazines, advertisements and other publications. With this, the Colosseum is one must-visit... continue

ALBAY… A Half-day Date with Mayon

It all started when Cebu Pacific launched its P1 fare. I scheduled my mom a trip to Manila from our province in Mindanao. I booked her a flight from Thursday to Sunday. She had an appointment on Friday and making her Saturday available. Since we already roamed to almost all attractions in Manila, I checked for an airfare going to Legazpi, Albay and there were available slots. I booked the... continue