Spanish and Korean Lights at Manila Sky

South Korea and Spain conquered Manila’s sky with their vivid bursts of lights in the opening night of Second International Pyromusical Competition at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City, February 12. The event  that was attended by thousands of spectators also featured performances from a Korean violinist, Spanish salsa dancers, and local bands and performers. Although the... Read More

Second Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at Mall of Asia

The first and last time I attended the fireworks competition was during the second year of the La Mancha’s World Pyro Olympics in 2007. It was a showcase of captivating fireworks display, and indeed the greatest show on Earth. This year, I am expecting to witness another displays of brilliant lights, but this time with the Second Philippine International Pyromusical Competition. This... Read More

A Taste of Cebu Hospitality

My friend Racquel bought a young hog months ago. They raised it in their backyard in their small town and made sure that the hog stays healthy.  She was not the only one who did that. Her neighbors also did the same; almost every home in their town did. All in preparation for their yearly much awaited event – the town fiesta! It is an occasion that most Pinoy’s, specially... Read More

Twenty Ten Rewind

The year 2010 was an awesome adventure filled travel year. A very busy year that despite having a full time job, I managed to dive in numerous diving spots; try new adventures; revisit some of my favorite places in and out of the country; meet new friends and travel companions; and cross out ten new provinces across the Philippine archipelago (Romblon, Mindoro Oriental, Negros Oriental,... Read More

Panag-apoy: Sagada’s Festival of Light

At sundown, the cemetery appears to be a town drowning in fire. Every first of November, Sagadians gather at the cemetery to remember their departed loved ones. But instead of lighting traditional candles, they use woods of old pine trees locally called “saeng“, a flammable wood from old pine trees, to create bonfires on the graves of their departed. They call it “panag-apoy”,... Read More

Beach and Underwater Cleanup at Opol, Misamis Oriental

September 25, 2010 was the International Coastal Cleanup Day, so I flew up all the way to Cagayan de Oro City for the second time this month to participate in cleanup activities on the shore of Opol Beach and its underwater marine sanctuary. It was organized by Dive Special Diving Central and the Local Government Unit of Opol, Misamis Oriental. Opol Beach and Underwater Cleanup Students,... Read More

Cinemalaya 6 Films and Schedule

Fourteen full-length films, ten short films, ten days, one big event! Get ready for Cinemalaya 6, where the world will be watching! But before Cinemalaya films hit the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ screens this July 9 to 18, let us take a look at all competing films for this year. Full Length HALAW by Sheron Dayoc An illiterate Badjao, Jahid and his 9-year-old daughter... Read More

The World Will Be Watching Cinemalaya 6!

Once again, all roads lead to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) this July for the much awaited independent film festival in the country – the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival. The Cinemalaya Foundation, CCP, Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) and Econolink Investments present the sixth edition of the Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival... Read More