Side A Concert

Rock music blows away

feather worries from our soul.

Punta de Fabian

Quaint and charming Punta de Fabian sits like a queen on the mountaintop in the heart of Baras, Rizal, a 1½ hour drive away from Manila. Decorated in Filipino-zen style, the 3-hectare resort, overlooking Laguna de Bay and Sierra Madre mountains, offers a wide selection of recreational and sports facilities, including function and guest rooms (honeymoon suite, family loft, or dormitory-type), restaurant, ball court, swimming pools, jacuzzi, campsite and garden.

I wasn’t told though, by the reservation officer that we need to hike (that long) and traverse the serpentine uphill road from the entrance to the main resort. From the time we reached the top, we were already dog-panting and hungry.

But it was all worth it. The staff were friendly and courteous, the place may be small yet it has that certain invigorating appeal. But what makes this place truly remarkable is the story behind its establishment. Used to be a family vacation house, its owner Teresita Fabian-Pamintuan, opened the resort to the public in 2003 after successfully winning her long battle over cancer. The place might have played a part in her recuperation that’s why she decided to share the place to other people so too they could enjoy and experience the magic and serenity of the place.

In a busy, polluted Manila, Punta de Fabian is like a breath of the freshest air.

Day tour entrance fee: P250, inclusive of swimming (Reservation is a must)
Plated lunch: P350
Snack: P120

For more info, contact:

Punta de Fabian Manila Sales Office
Ground Floor Lexington Condominium,
65 Xavierville Avenue
Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Tel.: 433-1995
Telefax: 927-2643

Site Address
Punta de Fabian Resort
Manila East Road, Brgy. Evangelista,
Baras, Rizal
Tel.: 653-1966

The Different Faces of Manay

My dearest surrogate mother, Manay.

As a wholesome “tangera”

As Nightcrawler

As a vegetarian

Note: All photos posted with permission from the model :p

Fairways and Bluewater

At Fairways, the sea breeze is a flower scent.

Spread across the center of the island, Fairways and Bluewater spans the entire width of Boracay, creating not just one but two stretches of splendid white beaches, each with its own allure and mood to offer - the relaxing quietude of the East Beach or simply wallowing in the sea and basking in the sun for a tan and the exciting exuberance of the West Beach. The East Beach is also the perfect place to catch the day's first warm rays of the sun as it rises over the horizon. The West Beach is a more romantic setting as it catches the sun's final spectacular burst of color as it sets in the distance.

For the more vigorous, Fairways offers a variety of water sports facilities for endless days of jet skiing, scuba diving, water skiing, snorkeling, para-sailing, mini-cruising, fishing, island cruising, wind surfing, among others.

The Fairways 18-Hole Par 72 World-Class Golf Course inspires another kind of challenge, assuring players of a stimulating golf experience as well as a tough test to one's skills. Australian Master golfer and designer Graham V. Marsh himself designed the course. A golf course impressive enough to gain recognition as the "Golfing Jewel of the Pacific." The village clubhouse sitting on 6,000 square meters of rolling terrain provides full-service amenities for the entire family. Condotel units totalling 108 shelter the Club's guests in style and first-class comfort. Sports like tennis, basketball, tenpin bowling, working out and aerobics will be enjoyed here. And large swimming pools with glistening cascades will offer other refreshing ways to luxuriate in pristine waters.

Contemplation

Winnie the Pooh once asked:

“Did you ever stop to think,

and forget to start again?”

The 88 Moments

Established mainly for Koreans, the 88 Spa and Resort in Calamba, Laguna is truly a Koreanic tourist destination for Filipinos. With its Korean restaurant, pools, hot springs, and native-style accommodation, you’ll definitely love the place and you’ll feel love in the company of Koreans.

2007 World Light Expo Philippines

The “2007 World Light Expo Philippines” showcased the colorful and magnificent display of bright and aesthetically organized lights in Roxas Boulevard and Coastal Road Junction in Parañaque City. It was a 70-day event held for the benefit of the blind and homeless children of Pangarap ng Lupa Foundation. The light show was an eye-candy but expect that when the wind blows, dust will get in your eyes.

Dakak

The most beautiful view is the one I share with you.