Enjoying the sand dunes of ilocos norte

Most people go to the sand dunes to just take photos because they've heard so much about it. But for us locals... it's just another weekend with our 4x4s, ATVs, and sand boards. There were even times when we would decide to go all the way to the shores of the nearby beaches and run out trucks by the sea shores and just enjoy the feeling of the salty waters splash in our faces to cool off.

A couple of my friends and I, we have been playing around the sand dunes for years. We would go up and down the dunes, and even have picnic whenever and wherever we feel like doing so in the dunes. And whenever a couple of our friends would come over, we would always share this experience with them. And now, we invite you to join us if you dare. Tell your friends about us, better yet... try our offer... and let us help make your stay in ilocos norte truly memorable. It's not a business, we're just bored.he he

For more information, call or text us at 09178981983 and look for hanson, victor, or wilford.

Letter to all airlines, especially PAL

We have entered the digital world already. And given that fact, i think your good company should start allowing the use of electronic emails and other digital proofs to allow passengers to enter the terminal 2, without any paper trails.

Im had the worst experience today when a guard debated me about entering the place without a printed ticket. How are we supposed to protect our environment when these guys keep insisting the need to print out electronic tickets?

And seriously, why call it electronic tickets if you need to print it anyway. So bottom line, please take a good look and start firing the dumb guards who can't understand the logic. Otherwise, just eliminate the e-ticket system.

Thanks!!!!

Another thing... paying for bulk head seats... i can understand... but for exit rows? Come on! Be logical and practical... it's a safety requirement people

Location : Don Villanueva, Laoag City,

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Location : Don Villanueva, Laoag City,
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The beautiful coron experience

My friends and i traveled to coron, palawan a few months ago... and when we got there, i was simply in awe of the beauty that is coron itself. The people are simply friendly... and the food... well, to be honest, no other place to eat but coron village lodge.

I've been to a lot of beaches... el nido, pagudpud and boracay to say a few... but i've never truly enjoyed, nor appreciated the wildlife under the beautiful beaches... i never thought I'd end up wanting to dive just because the beauty below is way more tantalizing than what the surface holds for the eyes to see.

The idea of Going to coron was a long shot from my ideal beach party vacation... but it was definitely a life-changing experience. It taught ne to value the underwater life more even more than the life above. It showed me the natural treasures we only saw in magazines and movies.

From then on... i realizes that... coron... is really our of our crowned jewels... and like many more... we should treasure for future generations to come.



Location : Tagaytay-Nasugbu Hwy, Tagaytay City,
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An encouter with a gentle giant

The butanding, or whale shark, is one of the biggest fish of record. And just yesterday, i was blessed with the opportunity to swim with them and witness their beauty and size...

Life is truly short and beautiful... who would've thought that swimming with these gentle giants would really humble an arrogant person such as me. Imagine a giant fish... so tough and powerful as the butanding, would shy away in the pressence of human beings. They would just go on their ways and enjoy their lives without any signs of boasting what they have.

It is also a blessing to be able to witness the gracefulness of a gentle giant as it swims in the sea... and the best part is really how gentle they are with people swimming around them.

Truly one of nature's greatest gifts and beauty one must see...

They can be located in the town of donsol in the months of january to may.

Location : Eulogio Rodriguez Sr Ave, Quezon City,
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Traveling 101

The need to see the world was never really on my list as a kid. Then there was a time when all i wanted was to fill my passport before it expired. But after a couple of trips, i realized that the idea of experiencing different cultures, and witnessing the different lifestyles and weathers the world had to offer... kept me hooked to traveling.

Now, being the seasoned traveler that i am... id like to suggest first what to being when traveling to foreign lands. Besides the proper documents... a very reliable money belt bag and camera will always come next. Then there's the need to bring your own medicines, just in case. Apart from all of these... cellphones and maps will also definitely help.

Now that you're set to go... here's a couple of stuff that i would like to suggest to every new traveller...

1. Bring photocopies of your passports. Keep them close to you at all times.

2. Bring a cellphone with you for emergency purposes.

3. Learn the important number of the country you're going to. Example would be the police stations, or the emergency hot lines.

4. Now the fun part begins... bringing an extra pair of underwear and socks might also come in handy.

5. Maps will always help you... but a goos sense of direction or compass is still necessary

6. Know the language... important words: food, hungry, police, embassy.

7. Finally, always tell someone about your plans. At least make sure someone will look for you when you're gone.

Location : Taft St, San Juan,
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Going abroad as to staying here

Life abroad is always a goal for most people in the Philippines... for them, it always meant better lives, more income, and definitely more money...

But not for me... they can say that it's because i have everything i needed. But, do i really?

Anyway, this blog isn't really about it... it's about a choice most people encounter when given a chance. Now this ia what i think of both the situations:

Going to a foreign country to work:

You get better pay

You can provide more for your families here

You can get more by working more.

But the sad part is always:

You get lonely

You might not really be helping your family

You might not even have a family to return to

You might be drowning yourself with work while going on a super budget mode just to make sure you earn more.

But when i look at it, this is what i think... if we truly compare everything... i will still choose staying here... this is why... if we just know how to value our works here and budget everything as we would so abroad... i don't think there's still a reason why we couldn't get a better life. We will still have a chance to be with our families and friends.

Im not saying all this because i favor staying here... even if i really do

.. but because i've seen a lot of this kind of situation wherein it rarely ends up good. When you're married, one or both of you might end up cheating. If you're not married, then this will be a food option for you... this is because you still have fewer baggages to weigh in.

Now, before you even bother thinking of applying for work abroad... this about the following first...

Am i willing to sacrifice all that i have for a foreign land with no friends, nor family?

Am i not carrying any baggages with me?

Am i willing to leave everything behind, for a better future, or at least a better shot at a better life?

Am i the nomad type who can survive even without friends?

When you're done.... smile... im sure that whatever choice you make... you'll be happy in the end. But first, you have to bw true to yourself when answering the questions.



Location : Taft St, San Juan,
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The radical in me that hates public transportation in the PH

8pm... monday... san juan... stuck in traffic... ive just realized once again... the major cause... the very undisciplined public transport system. Why i blame them? Simple

It's only here that you get to see buses turn a good 90 degree just to turn another 90 degree in less than 10 meters. And in the process, covering 3 lanes for at least 2 mins.

Then there are the jeepneys that just stop everywhere they please. Some blame the passengers... but most often than not, you just see them waiting for passengers in the corner part... just below the traffic light. Im not even done mentioning the way they just stop in the middle of the road to load and unload... and im not talking about the right most lane... but the middle of the whole road...

And then there's the tricycles... they will try to insert their vehicles just about anywhere they can... hoping they don't hit you,in the process because they still think that they're still as narrow as the motorcycles they rode on.

Worst part of all... you will never get a single cent from them if ygry hit you or scratch your car. Sheesh!

Location : Taft St, San Juan,
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