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Five Things I Love and Hate on Caylabne Bay Resort



1. The location : The trees and winding road will blow your mind away from the hustle and brustle of the Manila. Passing through mountains and rain forest, twas a two hour and a half drive. The fact that it is hidden in a cove makes it perfect for having privacy. With a total land area of 160 hectares, it is surrounded by neighboring island such as Corregidor, El Fraile, Caballo, La Monja and Carabao Island. Caylabne's front gate is at the top of the hill, and from there you will see the beautiful ocean view.

2. The experience of passing by in Magnetic Hill : My brother in-law put our vehicle on neutral and told us to checked it out. In few seconds, the van moved in reversed, just like were being pulled from behind. Also our van seems crawling even though the road seems at level (I guess!) You will experience this when you pass along the Magnetic Highway in Ternate Cavite.

                           
 3. Wide range of activities to choose from: Plenty of beach chairs are around, where one can chill while watching sunset or just bay watching. Swimming, snorkeling, banana boat ride, kayaking and aquatrike are among the water sports one can enjoy. The resort has a mini-golf area, basketball, badminton and tennis court, walking trails, business center and restaurant. The restaurant has free WIFI, just ask them for the password.



4. Picture perfect views : We Filipinos are fond of taking pictures. At dito sa Caylabne, talaga nman pang Facebook! It really looks nice in the pictures.


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David Archuleta: The Other Side of Down Asian Tour

"Filipino fans are the most unique in the world"

The Other Side of Down ~ Asian Tour Edition
Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Date: 8PM. July 18, 2011

Ticket Prices:
VIP(103&101 ROWS A-J) (Reserved Seating) = P4755
PATRON (Reserved Seating) = P4225
LOWER BOX (Reserved Seating) = P3700
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) = P2640
UPPER BOX B = P1585
GENERAL ADMISSION = P530


Filipino Artist Front Act: 
Julie Anne San Jose



Song setlist:  (not in order) 
  1. Everybody wants to rule the world 
  2. The other side of down
  3. Stomping the roses
  4. Heaven
  5. Elevator
  6. There's something about love
  7. A little too not over you
  8. A thousand miles
  9. Crush
  10. My hands 
  11. My kind of perfect
  12. Touch my hands
  13. Zero gravity
  14. Falling stars 
  15. Stand by me
  16. Love don't hate 

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Catching Aphrodite Kylie Minogue in Manila


"I can't believe its my first time here in Manila" 

Kylie Minogue Live in Manila Aphrodite Concert 2011

Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Date: 8PM. July 5, 2011

Ticket Prices:
PATRON VIP 101 & 103 (Reserved Seating) = P15840
PATRON REG (Reserved Seating) = P12675
LOWER BOX CENTER (Reserved Seating) = P8450
LOWER BOX SIDES (Reserved Seating) = P6340
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) = P3700
UPPER BOX B = P2640
GENERAL ADMISSION = P845 



Song set list:
  1. Aphrodite~opening number
  2. I believe in you
  3. Spinning around
  4. Getta out my way
  5. Can't get you out of my head
  6. How does it feel
  7. Locomotion
  8. Especially for you
  9. All the lovers
  10. On a night like this
Concert Videos: 

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Party in Manila with Miley Cyrus

 “Everything starts with a dream… You gotta make your dream your purpose. I hope you guys feel inspired.”


from Miley Cyrus to her fans, Corazon Gitano Tour

Venue: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
Time:   8PM , June 17, 2011
Front Act: Sam Concepcion & Elmo Magalona
Ticket Prices: 
VIP          PhP 7,640.00     Reserved Seating
Gold A     PhP 4,670.00     Reserved Seating
Gold B     PhP 4,670.00     Free Seating (FCFS)
Silver        PhP 3,500.00     Standing
Bronze      PhP 1,844.00     Standing
General Admission   PhP 650.00     Standing
Song Set:
  1. Liberty walk
  2. Cant be tamed
  3. Party in the USA
  4. Fly on the wall
  5. The climb
  6. Driveway
  7. Every rose has its thorns
  8. Forgiveness and Love
  9. Smells like teen spirit
  10. I love Rock n Roll
  11. Cherry Bomb
  12. Bad Reputation
  13. See you again
  14. My heart beats for love
  15. Who owns my heart
  16. 7 things
  17. Scars
  18. Stay
  19. Simple song
  20. Take me along
  21. Can you name the last?
Concert Videos

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Experience Philippine country life at Villa Escudero Plantations & Resort


Have you ever experience riding on a water buffalo? Or would you like to try? Have you asked yourself how coconuts are harvested? Would you like to see one? Then have a slice of  what Philippine country life is at Villa Escudero. 

Accomodation Options: 
  1. Overnight Stay
  2. Day Tour
A two and a half hours drive from Manila, Villa Escudero is a working coconut plantation founded in the 1880s by Don Placido Escudero and wife Dona Claudia Marasigan. Their children opened the estate to the public in 1981 as a resort offering village tours, & museum tours. Since then it has become the prime tourist destination both for locals and foreign. Villa Escudero showcases Philippines cultural heritage.

DAY TOUR at VILLA ESCUDERO 
  • Rural Village Tour, via Philippines' very own colorful jeepney, bursting with coloured flashy graphics and decorative ornaments.  
    rural village tour via jeepney

  • Rural Village tour, via cart being pulled by the water buffalo (carabao) and learned how coconuts are being harvested.
Carabao cart ride, Malakas is the name of the carabao meaning strong

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Upcoming concerts - June ~ July, 2011

Miley Cyrus, Corazon Gitano Tour

Venue: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
Time:   8PM , June 17, 2011
Front Act: Sam Concepcion & Elmo Magalona
Ticket Prices: 
VIP          PhP 7,640.00     Reserved Seating
Gold A     PhP 4,670.00     Reserved Seating
Gold B     PhP 4,670.00     Free Seating (FCFS)
Silver        PhP 3,500.00     Standing
Bronze      PhP 1,844.00     Standing
General Admission   PhP 650.00     Standing



David Archuleta

Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Date: 8PM. July 18, 2011

Ticket Prices:
VIP(103&101 ROWS A-J) (Reserved Seating) = P4755
PATRON (Reserved Seating) = P4225
LOWER BOX (Reserved Seating) = P3700
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) = P2640
UPPER BOX B = P1585
GENERAL ADMISSION = P530




Kylie Minogue, Aphrodite Tour 2011
Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Date: 8PM. July 5, 2011

Ticket Prices:
PATRON VIP 101 & 103 (Reserved Seating) = P15840
PATRON REG (Reserved Seating) = P12675
LOWER BOX CENTER (Reserved Seating) = P8450
LOWER BOX SIDES (Reserved Seating) = P6340
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) = P3700
UPPER BOX B = P2640
GENERAL ADMISSION = P845




 
Incubus, If not now, when?
Venue: Araneta Coliseum
Date: 8PM. July 28, 2011

Ticket Prices: 
PATRON STANDING (PT101) = P6340
PATRON STANDING (PT103) = P5810
PATRON SEATED (Reserved Seating) = P6865
LOWER BOX (LB200 & LB201) (Reserved Seating) = P6865
LOWER BOX (LB202 – 215) (Reserved Seating) = P4755
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) = P3170
UPPER BOX B = P1585
GENERAL ADMISSION = P795


 
30 Seconds to Mars, 2011 Closer to the Edge Tour
Venue:Mindanao Parking Area, Trinoma Mall 
Date: 8PM. July 29, 2011 

Ticket Prices:
VIP ( seating ) Php 6,000.00 + 8% charges
Gold ( Seating ) Php 4,500.00 + 8% charges
Silver ( Seating ) Php 2,000.00 + 8% charges
Contact Ms. Joy at 09051509054 / 5867275 for reservations.
  










source: www.philippineconcerts.com 
  

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Challenging the rapids of Pagsanjan Falls


"If you've enjoyed the Rio Grande Rapids in Enchanted Kingdom, you will surely like the up and downstream boat ride in Pagsanjan" 

Experiencing Pagsanjan Rapids and seeing the Falls are both a visual treat and a thrilling adventure. Once you're in the town of Pagsanjan, you will be taken by the banca up the river to the falls. The banca's (canoe) capacity is 4, two boatmen and 2 passengers. The bangkeros (boatmen) row the banca against the river's fearsome strong current, and navigate carefully while avoiding boulders on the way. Most of the times, the boatmen jump from rocks to steer the boat, and/or pull the banca carrying the tourist, just to avoid the edgy rocks and boulders on the way. Take note that boatmen are barefooted!  Therefore, imagine how hard it is for them pulling the boat with a  plus-sized passengers, barefooted in the rocky river...

Be ready to give them extra pay because for sure they will ask from 
you. Charlie and I gave them Php200 tip. Remember to treat them well so they will take care of you .


        

 MY BOATRIDE EXPERIENCE

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Manila's been rocked by Maroon 5

Concert Details:
Venue: SMX Convention Center
Date/Time: May 23,2011 / 8PM

Ticket Prices:
GOLD-A 

GOLD-B PhP 5,830.00 (Free Seating)
SILVER PhP 3,180.00 (Standing)
BRONZE PhP 1,272.00 (Standing)








How i wanted to watch this concert, but tickets are so pricey..
Anyway, below are some of the video footage uploaded by mj88sv, xxxsarahxxx, bentongFTW,chestnutsy, and others.

 

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Justin Bieber's World Tour - Live in Manila


Concert Details:
Venue: SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds
Time: 8PM
Date: May 10, 2011

Ticket Prices:


GOLD-A – PhP 5,268.00 - Reserved Seating
GOLD-B - PhP 5,268.00 - Free Seating (FCFS)
SILVER – PhP 3,687.60 - Standing Only
BRONZE - PhP 2,107.20 - Standing Only
GENERAL ADMISSION - PhP 790.20 - Standing Only
Some selected videos from the concert, uploaded by gewww24.


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An Exploratory Place Worth Discovering: Eagle Point Resort

Sea-turtles and baby sharks as swim buddies?
Again, sea-turtles and baby sharks as swim  buddies?


With sea-turtles, yes; but go swimming together with baby sharks? Oh no!
T'was fifty times before I had convinced myself, asked for the snorkels, and plunged into the 12ft deep pool. It's my chance to view fishes up close! I just told myself i can do it and be like Agua Bendita :-).  


Yes, you can swim together with the baby sharks and other marine life creatures through their so called "reef pool". Reef pool is a salt water pool filled with fish, baby sharks, sea-turtle, and others. Actually the pool is especially made as a training ground for novice scuba divers, snorkelers and those who are afraid to swim in the deep blue sea. But i heard, that they are using it too as a rehabilitation pool for injured sea creatures before they are released back into the open sea.




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The Script

The Script
Venue: Araneta Coliesum
Date: 8PM. April 16, 2011

Ticket Prices:
Patron & Lower Box : Php 4,770 
Lower Box Sides: Php 4,240
Upper Box A:  Php 2,650 
Upper Box B:  Php 1,590 
General Admission : Php 850

Popular Songs: 
Science and Faith
Nothing 
For the First Time
The man who can't be moved
Breakeven
We cry
Talk you down
Before the worst

Concert Videos:
 

Many Thanks to uploaders:  pontee0915,vinceme29,iamthepurplewalrus for sharing 

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Eagle Point Resort | Quick Escape from Work Chaos






Stressed? 

When hassles of everyday life start to overwhelm, it is comforting to know we can escape to the warm sun and surf or swim on a beach. Luckily, Philippines has a wide great choices of beach destination located in all parts of the country...   

And really lucky me, for i'm residing in Laguna, i can choose to escape quickly either to Tagaytay or  Batangas. I preferred Tagaytay but my family opt for Batangas. T'was then a two hours drive from our place to Eagle Point Resort in Barrio Bagalagit, Mabini Batangas. Consulting google map, EPR is situated on the tip of the Calumpang Peninsula and on the Southern part of Balayan Bay.  

Pinoy Trivia: Locals calls the town Bagalagit, from the word Bagalangit, meaning "Almost heaven"...

EPR is about 6hectares of slopping land, the biggest resort in Bagalangit. Being at the tip of the Calumpang Peninsula, it has one of the best view of the seascape.


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Room Sightseeing | Eagle Point Resort


main  core


Courtesy of Ms. Daisy from EPR, we were able to look closer and take pictures on their hotel .
There are wide range of  accommodations one can choose from:


  • Terrace hotel
  • Native cabanas
  • Suites (cottage suite/casablanca suit/villa suites)
  • Cottages 





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Eagle Point Resort: How to get here


Estimated travel time from Manila to Eagle Point Resort is about 3 hours.

source : www.eaglepointresort.com.ph








  1. From Manila, go South on the South Expressway to the very end towards Calamba  (42KM) 
  2. Right turn on Exit 50 onto Manila-Batangas Highway towards Batangas City and travel 7.5KM. 
  3. After the First Philippine Industrial Park is the entrance to the Star Tollway . Right turn to enter Star Tollway, and go to the very end towards Batangas City, approx 40KM. 
  4. At end of Star Tollway, cross Manila-Batangas Highway and go straight onto Diversion Road towards Batangas International Port and travel 3.5KM. 
  5. Right turn under overpass onto Batangas-Balayan Highway towards Bauan, and travel 3.8KM.
  6. Left turn after Manghinao Bridge, Bauan towards Mabini, and travel 9.5KM.
  7. Right turn on Mabini Rotonda towards Anilao and travel 1.7KM
  8. Left turn on Coastal Road in Anilao towards Barrio Bagalangit, and travel 8.8KM.
  9. Right turn on Eagle Point Resort Road sign and go the very end of the EPR Parking lot.
Just park your vehicle and the resort shuttle will take you down the cliff road to the resort.


Easy Step By Step Driving Guide
From Manila, via Alitagtag Toll Plaza
Exit at the end of South Expressway Toll Plaza

RESET the Odometer counter to zero when you pay the toll.



From the SLEX TOLL PLAZA:
0   km Toll Booth
3.2 km right turn to Exit 50, Calamba to Batangas
10.9 km right turn to New Star Highway to Batangas
33.3 km left turn exit Tambo at the end of expressway
33.7 km right turn to Batangas 
36.4 km right turn to Cuenca/Alitagtag Road
50.0 km right turn:Landmark is Caltex Gas Station
53.1 km left turn to Bauan
54.2 km left turn to Bauan/Batangas City
61.0 km right turn to Mabini
69.9 km right turn to Anilao
71.5 km left to Barrio Bagalangit (where Eagle Point Resort is located)
80.3 km right turn to Eagle Point Resort Private Road
81.4 km You are here "Eagle Point Resort. 


EAGLE POINT RESORT
Bo. Bagalangit, Mabini, Batangas, Philippines
Tel. no. (043) 986-0177, (043) 986-0187
www.eaglepointresort.com.ph

Reservations & inquiries @Philsightstours@yahoo.com




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Bird watching | Eagle Point Resort

Are there eagles in Eagle Point Resort?

Known as the Philippine's premier dive resort in Batangas, are there eagles, too, in Eagle Point Resort? This is the question that first popped out of my mind upon hearing the invitation from my sister to come with them. It was year 2005, when my itchy feet first landed on EPR's acquired Sepoc Beach. Sepoc Beach Center is EPR' s private island and its about 20 minute boat ride from the main resort. For snorkeling novice like me, i considered it already a great one for its extensive coral reef garden lies not far away from the beach. 

Meanwhile, to answer the question, YES. In fact, EPR is named after the white-hooded kites that play and hunt the area. 

Luckily, i was able to saw some birds flocking freely in one of the island's secluded area. But, i'm not a birdie expert, so I'm not sure what kind of bird specie it is.


I guess it was between 2PM to 3PM, (I'm not wearing a watch) when I begun hearing some noises from birds. Out of curiousity, i followed these winged creatures flew from one tree to another, until finally discovered to where they flocked! It was a mixed reaction of amazement and fear! Amazement, for that's one of a kind experience! Fear, because I've realized I am alone, and well, a few meters away from the main cottage. So i hurriedly went back. My only regret was that, i didn't bring my handy video camera when i followed them.       




That was five years ago. 

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Sand flea bites from Bohol

Did you know that there are unseen insects that live in the sand beach?
 
Until a week ago, I haven't. I just learned it from the dermatologist that the culprits for these itchy bumps on my arms and legs were sand fleas. Three of us ( with Millete & Bien ) experienced bites of sand fleas along the shore of Panglao beach in Dumaluan, Bohol. You won't notice their bites, for they are too small. It was only a day after that the bites were extremely itchy. I had the worst, because the doctor said it reacts most on those with sensitive skin. I have it in almost all parts of my body. Dr. Mendoza, of Mega Clinic's prescription costs me almost P500 for the cream (Clobetasol Propionate) and anti histamine (Cetrizine HCL).

I have the pictures below for you to look at how my sand flea bites developed in just 2days:
I have these bites as keepsakes, wonderin' how many weeks it will be completely healed. ..

Given a chance to visit the famous white sand of Bohol one more time?
Why not ? But this time, ill bring anti bacterial ointment with me. I'll be ready with my 500 peso worth anti bacterial cream!

:-)

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Just a short glimpse on Cebu City

Our Day 3 in Cebu City.
T'was 5PM when we arrived in Cebu via Supercat Ferry. Time is limited so we visited right away the famous Magellan's Cross. It is just afew steps away from the Basilica Minore del Sto Nino church, and just in front of the city hall.

Magellan's Cross in downtown Cebu
The cross is situated at a small chapel along Magallanes Street. The street is named after the Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan, who discovered Cebu. Rumor has it that the cross is a replica that was placed by the Spaniards when they successfully colonized the Philippines.

How to get here?
You can take public utility jeepneys with signboard "City Hall" or "Basilica", or may ride on a taxi. 

Basilica Minore del Sto. Nino
Just right beside the Magellan's Cross, is a century built church, Basilica Minore del Sto. Nino. To date, people are flocking to the church, as the Sto. Nino is miraculous as they say. 
  

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Panglao Island Summer Get-away




DUMALUAN BEACH RESORT 2, Panglao Island 


This is one among the cheapest places to stay in Panglao Island. It does not have the amenities of the higher end Bohol Beach Club or Alona Beach Resort but it has a great beach front just like Alona or BBC. It is located next to Bohol Beach Club and their beach fronts are adjacent to one another.

Dumaluan Resort has its own stretch of white beach. It is better to stay here if you prefers serenity, but if you like the Bora-like crowd, then Alona Beach/Kew is right for you.



You can choose either to stay in hotel/cottage/suite. The place has  re-creation area and fresh water  swimming pool. Pool is open until 10PM.

There is a live band at night and free WIFI within the  restaurant.

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The sun-kissed Chocolate Hills in Bohol



 
I still couldn't get over tarsiers, especially when i saw how they turn their heads 180 degrees around and though they have big eyes, their eyes are  sensitive to light. Therefore, taking pictures with them with flash on is highly prohibited, otherwise tarsiers would commit suicide (by banging his head).
             

After that face to face encounter with the tarsiers, we already headed up to the town of Carmen to see the famous Chocolate Hills. There are other 2 municipalities wherein you can precisely see the chocolate hills. Aside from Carmen, its in Batuan and Sagbayan.  



T'was already mid day when we got there. The sun's heat was searing and was already hungry... Oh, and if only i had my way, i would come here early morning or late afternoon..




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A glimpse on Sabang Beach, Puerto Galera

White Beach and Sabang Beach are just among the popular beaches in Puerto Galera. White Beach is popular among Filipinos while Sabang is the foreigner's choice. 


Sabang is a barangay (village) of the tourist town of Puerto Galera located on the northeastern coast of Mindoro Island, Philippines.  Sabang also consists of the following beaches:
  1. Sabang Beach
  2. Small La Laguna Beach
  3. Big La Laguna Beach
  4. Coco Beach formerly Behiya
  5. Dalaruan Beach
Among the five, Sabang Beach is the liveliest while Big La Laguna Beach is the best for swimming with its clean sand and coral reefs.






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Cruising Loboc River



You should not  pass up a vacation in Bohol by not experiencing their famous river cruises...

Past 12:PM already when we headed down from the Chocolate Hills. Our tour package includes river cruise and dining via Rio Verde Floating Restaurant...Meals are pegged @Php  300 per person, eat all you can, authentic Filipino and Boholano dishes.


The floating restaurant is run by motor boats and can accommodate 20 people on-board at a time. The cruise ran for an hour along the Loboc-Loay river.





There are grilled seafoods, grilled meats, native delicacies and fresh fruits. I enjoyed their ginataang kuhol, shrimp, and the pork barbecue because the meat is so tender and the glaze is just exactly sweet. I heard that the seaweed is also good but i didn't try it. 
By the way, drinks are not inlcuded in the 300 peso  meal. You have to pay for the drinks separately.


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