I did not know that Doug was so tall. He was twice my height making him stand at more than 10 feet tall!  As our trike stopped right in front of General Douglas MacArthur Park in Palo Leyte, I see his head and that of […]

Coming from an hour flight from Manila via PAL to Tacloban City, I found myself meeting two virtual friends who became reality at around 11 AM on July 1, 2012. With friends Keith of Tacloban City and Ormoc City’s  Ephraim Sizzling Bangus with Rice only at […]

One glance at the photo of Tinago Falls in Caibiran, Biliran Province I knew at the back of my mind that  I had to see her up close and personal. That is why I have not wasted time in constantly reminding a very good friend of […]

 A lost model at Santo Niño Shrine – Romualdez Museum in Tacloban City A grade-two pupil doing her homework in front of Biliran Provincial Capitol Reviewing her shots The Little Mermaid mesmerized by Tinago Falls At Lake Danao in Ormoc Ready to tackle San Juanico […]

We went to the nearby island of Guimaras on the second day of my Lakbay IloRas (Iloilo-Guimaras). Regine and I had quite a hectic first day. We went church-hopping in spite of the rainy weather. Motivated by the northbound movement of the typhoon, I assured […]

Iloilo City boasts not only of the famous batchoy and the tasteful chicken Inasal. The heart of the city is rich in heritage. I have developed a deep connection to her past by visiting and appreciating her numerous old houses and buildings alike. She deserves […]

Butchoy’s wrath did not stop me and Regine from conquering nine towns that day. I almost cancelled out the last minute because of the recent storm that passed but the Manang Bola in me prevailed and I am glad I did not. Our itinerary for […]

You have captured my heart as sweet as love at first sight. Your imposing stance dwarfed my tiny, admiring heart. When I touch your walls, I can feel your strength.   I tried jumping to catch a glimpse of your inner world but you are […]

My tour in Bohol will not be complete without documenting at least one old church. I was happy to visit four of Bohol’s magnificent old churches plus a bonus side trip to an old house. When I go back here I think church-hopping will definitely […]

I was curious if I will still be able to see with my own eyes the yummy Chocolate Hills I remember only seeing in tattered post cards way back in my elementary years. This natural wonder is sometimes perceived as man-made by foreign tourists. Well, […]