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Archive for April, 2006

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Aliwan Fiesta 2006 updates

Sunday, April 30th, 2006

The Aliwan Fiesta ended with a blast last night, or shall I say early this morning at the Aliw Theater in CCP complex. It was almost 12midnight when the last contingent finished their performance, almost 1AM when the winners were announced. And here are the list of the winners…
Popularity: 5% [?]

Popularity: 5% [?]

All Hell Will Break Loose in Boracay This Long Weekend

Friday, April 28th, 2006

If you are like me who booked a 3day/2 nights package in Boracay this coming weekend, this is what awaits you in the so called paradise island of the Philippines.
Popularity: 10% [?]

Popularity: 10% [?]

Aliwan Fiesta 2006

Wednesday, April 26th, 2006

last in a series
Featured Aliwan Fiesta Contingent:
DINAGYANG FESTIVAL, Iloilo City
Every fourth Sunday of January, the entire city of Iloilo is turned into a one big party place. As early as 2 in the morning, young men start to paint their bodies in black, and wear their colorful costumes. At the strike of 8 in the [...]

Popularity: 5% [?]

Moriones Festival, Marinduque

Tuesday, April 25th, 2006

Marinduque is a small island 170 km away from Manila. It is a marvelous island with some pretty beaches, old churches, caves, butterfly farms and very friendly inhabitants.

Popularity: 16% [?]

Popularity: 16% [?]

La Mesa Ecopark

Monday, April 24th, 2006

Who would have thought that beneath the hustle and bustle of a very busy city in Metro Manila lies an ecological park where one can commune with nature, take a dip into the cold water of a pool surrounded by huge trees, get together with family and friends, experience boating ala Burnham park in [...]

Popularity: 49% [?]

The cheapest tourist attraction in Davao…

Sunday, April 23rd, 2006

No money to spend on food or an entrance ticket but in drastic need of entertainment? Don’t fret, all you have to do is take a jeep to Matina Hills then walk upwards till you see this place.

Popularity: 11% [?]

Popularity: 11% [?]

The Original AA Barbeque

Saturday, April 22nd, 2006

The Original AA Barbeque is located along Salinas Drive at Lahug, Cebu City. It is famous for its barbeque dishes mainly because it is not the type where you would sit down first, call a waiter, then order your meal. The first step that you should do is to order at the counter where you [...]

Popularity: 6% [?]

Aliwan Fiesta 2006

Wednesday, April 19th, 2006

Featured Aliwan Fiesta Contingent:
Pintados de Passi
Passi City, Province of Iloilo
I’m sure many of you haven’t heard of a festival called Pintados de Passi yet. This unique festival is held every March 13 in Passi City, in the province of Iloilo.
The Pintados de Passi Festival recalls the life of the early settlers in the island [...]

Popularity: 10% [?]

Paete, Laguna: Wood Carvings at its finest

Wednesday, April 19th, 2006

Paete, Laguna has been widely known for its wood carvings. Recently, the famous moving statues of saints were featured in television. In my recently concluded visit at the Paete Church, it was unfortunate that I did not get the chance to see those that were shown on television. However, I was still privileged in getting [...]

Popularity: 15% [?]

Pana-ad sa Negros 2006

Tuesday, April 18th, 2006

Negors Occidental will once again shine at its brightest as the province is gearing for the upcoming “Panaad sa Negros Festival”.

World-renowned Masskara Festival of Bacolod
Popularity: 6% [?]

Popularity: 6% [?]