The Magical Enchanted Kingdom

The Magnificent World of Enchanted Kingdom

Enchanted Kingdom is the only amusement park in the Philippines. This can be compared to that of the Universal Studios and the famous Disneyland. The face of Enchanted Kingdom is a wizard named Eldarl which can be seen at the main entrance of the park, on paper cups, plastic bags, souvenir items, and many more. Enchanted Kingdom is located in the province of Laguna. Going here is very easy if coming from Manila. Buses are available anytime.

Every time I come here, the park never fails to surprise me. I have different companions each time I visit Enchanted Kingdom though the rides were the same, the feeling is always different. There will always be thrill, excitement and childlike happiness.

Bacolod the City of Smiles

BACOLOD CITY - 

the "City of Smiles" as they say. Bacolod city is the capital city of Negros Occidental, located in Western Visayas region in the Philippines. Me and my gang went here in time for the "Maskara Festival", the famous festival known for the capital city. 

It was last October 26, 2013 where we experienced the place. It was tiring in coming here since we didn't took a plane. Since we were adventure seekers, from hometown Cebu City, we took a bus, then a slow boat, then bus again for total of 8 hours until we reached Bacolod City. 

Visita Iglesia 2013

Visita Iglesia 2013 - 

Visita Iglesia is a solemn religious activity by Catholics. This was my first time ever to have done this spiritual activity. The feeling was very rewarding and I'm fulfilled in a very spiritual way. It is best to start in the morning so you'll finish by twilight. During this time, most people assemble in groups and they would walk their way to the church with a megaphone, praying the rosary as they marched. For some, private cars were a means in hopping from one church to the other and because of this parking lots surrounding the church area were packed with variety of private vehicles. But nevertheless, the feeling that you've accomplished such act was very uplifting. So, I'm hoping to do this again next year and hopefully with a new set of itinerary.

Accompanied with my three gorgeous friends; Darlyn, Angelie, and Era, these were our itinerary of the fourteen Churches we've visited:

1. San Lorenzo Ruiz Church - Located in Brgy. Tisa Cebu City. Going here was navigable. you can ride a jeepney from wherever you were and then just walk or take a pedicab going to the church. For those with a car, the parking area was not so spacious. The church area was specifically surrounded with residential homes, so it was like going inside a village and there you can find this church. The interior is modern, the distance from the entrance to the altar was short, it was pretty much a typical barangay church.

2. Archdiocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church - 

Located in Brgy. Punta Princesa Cebu City. This Church and the 1st one were neighborhood churches. Brgy. Tisa and Labangon were right next to each other.

Travel 101

Basic Rules of Traveling

As a traveler, I've developed my own style/ideas in terms of how to be organized on my travels bringing only the essentials and not the entire closet.  It was hard at first since I would end up bringing more than what I actually needed. It was stressful knowing that on your way back you will have to carry extra load like gifts/pasalubongs for friends/family and your luggage was already heavy. 

That's why I have these pointers for myself and I want to share it to the world hoping it will help you guys out there 'cause, in any destination you will be these things are certainly a must that should be checked and take into consideration at all times. 

Here are my top five pointers when travelling:

Boracay Baby

The very famous beach island in the Philippines and is becoming the top tourist destination. The 7 km stretch island amazes local and foreign people because of its powdery, superfine white sand. Mostly every summer people come here to enjoy, indulge and relax. This is indeed a stunning, magical place for everyone!

Me and my partner went here for our anniversary. We got a Cebu Pacific flight 5J 132 bound for Caticlan last 02Sep2012. We also got a 3D2N accommodation at Villa De Oro Resort for only 1000php a night. So affordable for a resort situated beachfront!