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Archive for the ‘Travel’ Category

Aug 10
20th

A desire to go to Boracay…

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“Hey!! Let’s go to Boracay!!” My always attempt to invite someone.

Surfer Dudes

Everytime I try to invite someone to come with me to Boracay, they would just say, You’ll just get bored especially you have already been to beautiful beaches.. I don’t want to believe it!! I know Boracay isn’t just a place.

I admit I have been to several beaches in the Philippines and never did get to see the Philippines’ legendary tourist spot, Boracay. Given those feedbacks from some people, I still would want to go to Boracay knowing that it has more to offer than other tourist spot in the country one of the best beaches here.

No, this is not in Boracay :) photo by Ada Lajara
Sea Wide I took somewhere in La Union

I am writing this as I would like to be selected as one of the travel bloggers to join the tour in Boracay and have a pleasant and relaxing stay at Microtel. This would be great a opportunity for me visit Boracay for the very first time.

Why I think I should be chosen for this tour?

Manong is trying to pull me down!! photo by Ada LajaraSnorkeling turned into diving :lol:

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Aug 10
9th

Dangkalan Beach Resort: A place to stay at Puerto Princesa, Palawan

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We actually transferred here the second day of our stay since we didn’t really like the first hotel we stayed in. We have lots of hotel brochures of Puerto Princesa and it’s hard to pick since we really don’t know which offers the best service at an affordable price until we ended up choosing Dangkalan Beach Resort.

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Clean rooms, very fresh. Sure they are very accommodating. Two thumbs up!

Together with my friends Mica and Jenny, we immediately headed at their beach proper area. It’s low tide, so the water is not noticeable at far.

Dangkalan Beach Proper
My favorite spot at Dangkalan.

It’s very fascinating that they have a place like this. I am amazed with the views and the fresh strong wind coming from the beach. We’re facing the Sulu Sea! Continue reading »

Jun 10
9th

Davao City: Maxima Aqua Fun Tour an Adrenalin Rush

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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
9th

4 Steps to Win an ALL-EXPENSE-PAID Road Trip to Northern Luzon

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I am one of the lucky girls who just experienced a 5-day all-expense-paid road trip to Northern Luzon. What’s more fascinating is that I shared these experience with my girl friends Hannah and Nikki.


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Visiting Northern Luzon has always been my dream destination since I started traveling. The two UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Churches in the Philippines, Paoay Chuch and Santa Maria Church, is in North. Even the famous Bangui Windmills is in North.

When I received a 5-day road trip invitation from Vaseline, I didn’t hesitate to decline the offer! What makes me more excited is that this an all-expense-paid road trip plus with my girl friends Hannah and Nikki.

I know you girls envy our road trip because it is totally free. The news I am going to tell you is that YOU can also get this opportunity by joining Vaseline’s Road Trip of a Lifetime Contest.

How to join the Vaseline’s Road Trip of a Lifetime Contest: Continue reading »

Jun 10
8th

Paoay, Ilocos Norte: A Sneak Peak at Malacañang of the North

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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.

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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.

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

Jun 10
3rd

Children Photography: 2nd Set in Laiya Beach, Batangas

Posted by Ada on Category: Photography, Travel | 12 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 »