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Archive for June, 2010

Jun 10
9th

Davao City: Maxima Aqua Fun Tour an Adrenalin Rush

Posted by Ada on Category: Adventures, Davao, Mindanao, Snorkeling | 20 Comments

Last month, I have shared some exotic blog posts about our mouthwatering experience in Davao Food Appreciation Tour 2010 (DFAT) which was organized by Avatar Media, a new media outfit in Davao City.

Davao Maxima Aquafun Tours

We had a boat ride going to San Jose Wall, Samal where the Maxima Aquafun is located.

Davao Maxima Aquafun Tours

Going to Maxima Aquafun is a 20 to 30-minute boat ride from Pearl Farm dock Sasa, Davao City. Continue reading »

Jun 10
8th

Malacañang of the North

Posted by Ada on Category: Ilocos Norte, Luzon | 3 Comments

During our 2nd day in Vaseline road trip, we visited the Malacañang of the North or the official residence of the Marcoses located in Paoay, Ilocos Norte.

Marcos-2

Let’s take a sneak peak at the real Malacanang of the North.

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It is a two-storey house and it is one of the 29 rest houses of late President Ferdinand Marcos.

Marcos-11

The house has 9 spacious rooms which used to accommodate upper class guests during Marcos’ term. Continue reading »

Jun 10
6th

Captivating Faces in Binondo, Manila

Posted by Ada on Category: Luzon, Manila, Photography | 21 Comments

This is a monthly photowalk of Marikina Digital Photographers Club, held yesterday, June 05, 2010.

Binondo Manila

It was my first time in Binondo, Manila and I didn’t know that this place is populated by Chinese. Since this is a photowalk, we walked from Recto LRT station to Binondo Church.

Beside Quiapo Church
Vendors beside Quiapo church

Route: Recto, Quiapo Church, Sta. Cruz, Ongpin Street, Chinatown, Binondo Church. Continue reading »

Jun 10
3rd

Laiya Beach, Batangas

Posted by Ada on Category: Batangas, Luzon | 13 Comments

This is my second attempt on children photography, you can view my first attempt on children photography here.

Laiya Beach, San Juan Batangas
Location: Laiya Beach, San Juan, Batangas

We went here after camwhoring in the Pahiyas Festival 2010. Thank you Don for letting us stay in your resort ;).

Boy or Girl

This kid caught my attention. I walked towards her, she looks foreigner at far because of her brown hair and prominent eyes. But when I get closer, her nose explains it all.

Child Portrait

I can’t believe I captured her like that. She’s really curious of what I am doing. I have 55-200mm lens, trying not to get near her because every time I try, she’s splashing me sand with water. Continue reading »

Jun 10
3rd

Fort Ilocandia Hotel and Resort, Laoag

Posted by Ada on Category: Laoag, Luzon | 7 Comments

Exploring more about Fort Ilocandia!

Fort Ilocandia

I posted a sneak peak about our stay in Fort Ilocandia, but that was during our first day only. There are so many activities offered in Fort Ilocandia which make us want to try at least 1.

Fort Ilocandia 13

The next day, we didn’t expect that we will ride the All-Terrain vehicle! Vaseline surprised us! Probably they heard our thought of hunger.

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In this photo: Nikki, me, and Hannah. Ready to race!*

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