Summertime of Our Lives

As we enter the season of Summer 2014, I was reflecting on how to make the most of it. 

As I look at my checklist, it seems that I am missing something! I already had my DSLR camera, my travel bag and it's corresponding essentials, swimming cloths and sunblock lotion, travel maps and itineraries, confirmation and reservation tickets (plane, hotel, etc.)... what else do I need?

What makes traveling more relaxing and memorable is having the right songs on your playlist. I have an ipod shuffle with me which is very convenient since it small and chic. I usually update my playlist with an up-beat music to keep me active during the long road travel, so as not to be bored. I also keep a soft mellow music to relax me during the night or while going sentimental looking at a sunset view over the horizon.

If you traveling with a group, choosing the right music for the van's stereo would make or break your journey. It can also set the mood inside the van while travelling. You may need familiar songs that all of you grew-up with, although some cheesy songs can also do the trick to break-the-ice and have some laugh-trip.

Here are some of the "Tagalized" Pop Hits that you might consider:

• Payong - Miss Ganda (Umbrella by Rihanna)
• Susan Africa - Rex Kantatero and Pakito Jones (Waka Waka by Shaira)
• May Isa Na Namang Kumagat sa Alikabok - Micheal V. (Another One Bites the Dust by Queen)
• Filipino Foods - Don Angelo (California Gurls by Katy Perry)
• Bathroom Dance - Michael V. (Bad Romance by Lady Gaga)

Reference: Complete list and music videos is available at this link http://www.spot.ph/entertainment/48731/top-10-funniest-tagalized-songs

As for my choice, my favorite is Yoyoy Villame and his famous Filipino folk melodies that made him legendary and made him as the "King of Philippine Novelty Songs." His 1977 wonder song was a big hit, an anthemic "Mag-exercise Tayo" is a sure hit for all ages. Another of his popular song is "Butse Kik" a non-sense made-up Chinese sounding words with has a catchy melody is so funny and enjoyable to sing with. "Tarzan at Barok" will be an interesting choice also.

Just like TV stations in our country, I select theme-song for my Summer getaway. By doing so, me and my friends can sing-along with the song and all get fired-up with our travel. This can also be a source of association after my travel...that every time I get to hear this song, all memories can just flow-back to my consciousness. 

As for my Summer 2014, I choose A1-Summertime of Our Lives, this song was released way back the year 1999 but still very catchy to me. I just love to listen to good old 90's music. The video is also very beautiful to watch too, and I also wanted to try swimming with dolphin...It seems to be very fun! 

Enjoy the video below! and have a Summertime of Your Life! #summer2014

Capturing those Perfect Moments

These days, one of the must-have of every traveler is a camera with one ultimate purpose in mind... to capture every memorable moments in our travel. Which ever your camera may be, from a simple point-and-shoot digital camera to a more sophisticated DSLR cameras that are conventional these days.

If you don't have digital camera, no worries... most android mobile phones these days have built-in camera that is convenient to use. What I like about android phones is that you can download apps to automatically filter or digitally enhance your photos to make it somewhat like a "professionally shot photo." Sample apps that you can download for free includes Camera360 or PixlrExpress. Another convenience with mobile phones is that you can easily share photos with friend by uploading them online in real-time through social media (FB) or photo sharing (Instagram, Tumblr) websites, all you need is WIFI connectivity.   

For those who loves photography like me. Who loves taking pictures for fun or hobby... you may want to invest in a DSLR camera which takes high resolution photos. It has a capacity to take a photo in a speed or moving objects with multiple shots in perfection. It also has the capacity to adjust or sense your captured lights and noise of the subject. You can change lenses to suit-up your need as a photographer, like telephoto, fisheye, super zoom or wide photo perspectives. DSLR cameras also give photographers more control of their photos, and also has built-in filters. DSLR also has the capacity to take videos, which most independent films these days are done using such technology.  

Choosing  the camera that is right for you, you need to consider your budget, purpose-interest and convenience of course. What is most important is to capture those perfect moments, so that we may have an opportunity to look back (archive) and cherish those good memories.

-   A M D G   -

Every Travel has a Story...

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This is a personal photo documentation blog of the different weekend destination every Pinoy can do. A weekend escapade from a bustling city center or from a conventional provincial life-style. This blog highlights the context of the place, it's people, culture and food. It will also include the must-see tourist-spots and the interesting areas that you need to explore. Simple travel tip's, guidelines, and the "what-to-do's" that you can include in your travel rule-book will also be listed down in this blog.

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It will lead you to your next destination...

a foggy day spent @ bukidnoon

We left the city of golder friendship (Cagayan de Oro) early morning thursday, 3rd week of March with the purpose of having a day-break from all the paper works we have been doing for last couple of weeks!

An LPA (w/c later developed into Tropical Depression "Caloy") was already spotted by PAG-ASA southwest of Surigao City approaching our destination for the day, but that did not stop us from going anyway!

Damilag is one of the 22 barangays of Manolo Fortich in the province of Bukidnoon. Manolo Fortich is a 1st class municipality and has a population of 91,026 people in 18,026 households (PH Census 2010). The area is composed of 3 major ethnic groups, Higaonon, Talaandig and Cebuano (Bohol). Major dialect spoken here is Cebuano-Visayan, they also speak and understand Filipino and English languages.

It is about 30-40 minutes away from the center of Cagayan de Oro, a bustling city and center of commerce within the region. The national highways are properly keep and in good condition, although some municipal and barangay roads are not in good condition...and this gave a little challenge and sense of adventure to us going into the dirt-roads! The land composition of the area on the other hand is considered mountainous plateau, and the climate is very ideal where moderate dry and rainy seasons can be expected here. The temperature is cool where high valued crops have big potentials for good harvest.

As we arrived to our venue, a family ranch own by a good friend of mine. We were greeted with a foggy morning and brought rain showers in the afternoon which made our visit more perfect for an afternoon nap in a swing conveniently located at their foyer.

Whatever the weather may be...it did not stopped us from going around the ranch anyway... here's a sneak peak of their beautiful ranch. There were tropical flowers, fruit bearing trees and regularly trimmed grasses that makes the place welcoming to all its guess.

Another good place to visit here is Camp Phillips. It is a place where the administration, production, and plantation of Del Monte Pineapple Philippines is located. This was established in 1926, a 5,000 hectares pineapple plantation which have a picturest view of Mt. Kitanglad. And it's few minute drive away from Damilag and going into the heart of plantation.

A good place to dine here is at "The Bungalow," a restaurant managed and owned by Del Monte Pineapple Plantation Inc. A must-try here is their "Roast Beef," which is served with a hot cup of rice and few veggies on the side. Their short-orders are good enough to full your big hungry stomach, they have big servings here!

We're surely going back here! We enjoyed the place, and we had good food indeed!

Till the next travel blog... keep posted! Summer 2014 had just started for me! How was yours? Comment below if you enjoyed this blog of mine.... Thanks!

UPDATES: Summer 2014 List

For 2014, watch out for my summer getaway...

My list includes:
1. Province of Bukidnon
2. Dapitan City
3. Empire of Cotabato
4. Davao City
5. Cloud 9 of Surigao
6. Cagayan de Oro City

Can't wait to visit and re-visit these beautiful places!

Just another Camiguin Island Trip!

I have been to this Island a countless time already!

And every time I am here, it mesmerized me! This island has many good things offer! Friendly people, good food...and tourist spots!

So what's new this time around? From the typical Ardent Hot Spring, Katibawasan Falls, Sunken Cemetery, the Walk Way (to the old volcano) and Old Church Ruin in Catarman... this time around, I have come to the Soda Sprint waters, and much beautiful Mantigue Island Sanctuary!

What makes your travel more beautiful is to have the right travel ingredient! Good planning and right people to be with in the trip! Where you can do model pose, endless jump shots, bonfire and floating lanterns, as well eat sumptuous food together! Have fun and laughter! Just enjoying everyone's company! That's a good travel adventure for me!

Take note of that, until my next travel blog! Enjoy our photos below...