September 4, 2009

Palawan: The Last Frontier

Who is Puerto Princesa?





























Legends attribute it to the appearance at certain time of the year of a princess with a rare beauty who would roam around the bay at night.

Others insist the name was derived from the geographic value of the place as a port, being naturally protected by inclement of weather all year round and sufficient in depth to allow ships of all sizes to anchor. It is truly a “Princess of Ports”, or in Spanish “Puerto Princesa”.

History however, signifies that the name was given in honor of Princess Eulalia of Spain who was born to the reigning monarch, Queen Isabella II and her consort, Dr. Francisco de Asis.

But the one I like best was the story about a princess who died waiting in the port for the Spanish soldier she ever loved.

Puerto Princesa is considered as the largest city in the country in terms of political territory.

August 3, 2009

Camiguin

Sunken Cemetery

Old Volcano Walkway (Via Cruzes)

Hibok-Hibok Ardent Hot Spring

Sto. NiƱo Cold Spring

White Island

White Island

Coin Divers

Katibawasan Falls

An island born of fire is wonderfully hot.

June 10, 2009

Ilocos Norte and Sur Adventure

"Since I grew tired of the chase and search, I learned to find;
And since the wind blows in my face, I sail with every wind."
- Nietzsche

Bangui windmills

Kangkang Windmill Cafe


Patapat viaduct

Bagong Lipunan Lodge ruins

Paoay

Vigan


Baluarte



Blue Lagoon

Kapurpurawan



Be awed with the allure of history, culture and nature of Ilocos.

April 28, 2009

April 7, 2009

Anawangin Cove and Capones

"The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide
that you are not going to stay where you are."
- Unknown


















A secluded beach for the campers lined with pine trees against beautiful mountain backdrop.

Anawangin Cove and Faro de Punta Capones
Pundaquit, San Antonio, 
Zambales