When the eyes can't capture everything: 2018

Sunday, August 26, 2018

A secret getaway revealed! Bukidnon Hobbit House

Temperaturang kaylamig...

Sariwang hangin...

Magandang paligid...

Masarap sa pakiramdam…

Nakakawala ng pansamantalang problema o mga isipin sa buhay...

Hindi ko akalain na may isang lugar sa Malaybalay, Bukidnon na swak sa aking mga nabanggit. Ito ang Mt. Kitanglad Agri-Eco park where "The Hobbit house of Bukidnon" is located.

Warning: Mahirap itong puntahan. Kakailanganin mong sumakay sa habal-habal from city proper. Mga rough and steep road ang iyong madadaanan. But don’t worry, along the way ay maeenjoy mo naman ang mga plantasyon ng saging at pinya. Bonus na rin ang sariwang hangin na hahaplos sa iyong mukha.

Perfect ang Mt.Kitanglad Agri-Eco Park for camping, trekking, bird watching at kahit soul searching. Malamig ang temperatura dito lalo na kapag maulan kung kaya’t kailangan mo ng jacket. Speaking of cold temperature, challenge din ang paliligo dahil extreme ang lamig ng tubig. Fresh kasi from the mountain kaya para kang naliligo na may kasamang yelo. Huwag kang maghahanap ng heater, kasi hindi uso dito iyon.

Sa totoo lang, ang “Hobbit House” talaga ang sinadya namin dito. Simula kasi nang makita ko sa Facebook Newsfeed na may “The Hobbit House” na sa Bukidnon ay natuwa naman ako kahit hindi ako fan ng “The Lord of the Rings”.

Share ko lang mga kapatid ang aming “overnight” experience here and what you will see inside the Agri-Eco Park.

1. The Hobbit House

On-going pa lamang ang construction nito, hindi pa siya pwede for accommodation so ang tanging magagawa mol ang ay magphoto-op. Nakakatuwa lang kasi napaka-creative ng pagkakagawa. Heto ang ilan sa mga photo ko with the “Hobbit House”

2. Tree House

Dahil hindi pa pwedeng matulugan ang “The Hobbit House”, ang tree house na ito ang nagsilbi naming kanlungan sa magdamag. Pakiramdam ko nga ay nasa bahay ako ni Huck. Good for 2-3 persons ito for only PhP 750 at take note, may kasama na iyong free breakfast. May pa-brewed coffee na rin sila at mineral water. Libre yan ha.

Expect mo na walang source of electricity sa tree house, kailangan mo pang ibigay ang mga gadgets mo sa care taker sakaling mag-papacharge ka. Lampara at solar lights lang sa gabi ang pwede mong gamitin. No need for airconditioned kasi nga sobrang lamig dito.

Enjoy the moments lang sa loob at labas ng tree house and wait for the sunrise.

3. Bird’s Nest

Isa rin sa paborito kong spot ay ang giant bird’s nest. Dito naming inabangan ang Haring Araw.

4. Campsite area

May campsite area din sila at mga tent na pwedeng i-rent with complete beddings. May bonfire area rin sila na perfect lalo na sa malamig na gabi.

5. Citronella Oil products

May pagawaan ng citronella oil sa Agri-Eco park na ito.

Biyahenisanty03 recommends Mt.Kitanglad agro-eco farm in Malaybalay, Bukidnon.

Experience nature...
Explore biodiversity...

What to see:
The hobbit house of Bukidnon
"Huckleberry Finn" Tree house
Mini pool
Citronella oil extraction facility
Tribal ritual site
and more...

Daytour: PhP 50 per pax
Overnight:
Tree house (PhP 750 good for 2-3 pax with free breakfast)
Tent (PhP 300 good for 2-3 pax)

Where to book?
09552875279

How to get there?
From Manila:
Ride a plane going to Bukidnon via Cagayan de Oro.

From Cagayan de oro to Malaybalay, Bukidnon
ride a van, fare is PhP 120 per pax.

From Malaybalay city proper.
Ride a motorela going to Landing market, Php 8 per pax.

From Landing market to Brgy.Imbayao, ride a habal habal, PhP 200 per pax. Contact Kuya Sammy: 09977429373

I recommend kuya Sammy, one of the locals.

What to prepare?
Your jacket cause it is so cold here. And taking a bath is very challenging. There are so many instagrammable spots here too, bring camera!

The road going there is rough road (extreme), so prepare yourself.

Thursday, April 26, 2018

Hurry and Avail TravelBook.ph’s B1G1 (Buy 1 Get 1) Promo

This summer season, TravelBook.ph, one of the country’s leading online travel agencies, lets you experience the best in fitness and leisure.

More than being the cheapest online reservations portal for hotel accommodations, TravelBook.ph has its tours and activities platform ranging from theme parks and museums, outdoor activities, tours and sightseeing to beauty and wellness, sports and recreation, and restaurants and dining.

For a limited time only, TravelBook.ph offers the following buy one, get one promos:

1. Climb Central (Buy 1 Get 1, Central Adult Day Pass for Php 560 only)

Inclusions:
- Adult day pass to Climb Central for two (2) pax
- Equipment set for 2

Location: The Portal, Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City

Booking Period: April 25 to 30, 2018

Redemption Period: Three (3) months after booking date

Book now: https://www.travelbook.ph/tour/80001776//?affid=2191

2. Beyond Yoga (Buy 1 Get 1, 2 Weeks Unlimited Pass for Php 2,000)

Inclusions:
- 2 weeks unlimited access to all classes for 2 pax
- Free use of yoga mats for non-heated yoga classes and anti-gravity classes
- Free use of hammocks for anti-gravity yoga classes
- Free use of lockers
- Free use of shower facilities

Location: Quezon City, Serendra, Rockwell, Alabang, and Greenhills

Booking Period: April 25, to 30, 2018

Redemption Period: 3 months after booking date

Book now: https://www.travelbook.ph/tour/80001813//?affid=2191

3. Inflatable Island (Buy 1 Get 1, Inflatable Island Spray Pass for Php 1,400 only)

Inclusions:
- Four (4) hours non-exclusive access to Inflatable and Unicorn Islands good for 2 pax
- Whole day entry to Samba Beach
- Access to the Floating Zoo
- Exclusive access to Bali-inspired lounge
- Free parking on a first come, first served basis

Location: Samba Bluewater Resort, Subic Bay Waters, National Highway, Lower Kalaklan, Olongapo City, Zambales

Booking Period: April 25 to 30, 2018

Redemption Period: 4 months after booking date

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To avail these promos, just download TravelBook.ph’s mobile app (available in iOS and Android) or visit www.travelbook.ph/tours.

Thursday, April 5, 2018

A perfect place for summer getaway?

Summer is approaching and we all want to have a perfect place to spend this season. Do you want to escape the city, be relaxed, and have nature tripping? There is this resort in Los Banos, Laguna that can satisfy your longing.

Come on, here are the seven (7) reasons why you should choose Laresio Lakeside Resort for your next summer getaway!

Why Choose Laresio As Your Summer Destination?

1. It is very accessible.
You can reach Laresio by land and it is just only a less than an hour drive from Makati (if not traffic of course!). If you don’t like to sail a boat or ride an airplane, Laresio is a perfect option.

2. The mother nature is with them and they can share it with you.
Laresio is a hidden gem located in Tadlac, Los Baños, Laguna. If you’re inside the resort, you can feel that you are in paradise. They offer extreme nature tripping quality. They have direct access to the nature preserved Tadlac Lake which is a crater lake within Laguna Lake. This is the favorite jet ski area of the former President Marcos. Just imagine!

The serenity within. (Photo grabbed from http://www.laresio.com/)

They also have Camp Q, The Quarried Hill which has a bird sanctuary, a camping ground, “beach” volleyball, outdoor lake archery, a venue for a garden wedding and a lot more.

You don’t just do sight-seeing, you actually interact with nature up close and personal.

It also has a majestic view of Mount Makiling, a great canvass for that instagram-able backdrop.

The Majestic Mount Makiling (Photo grabbed from http://www.laresio.com/)

3. They are versatile.

Laresio has well-thought and social media inspired activities and amenities. Laresio is sensitive to the clamour of the netizens, whatever goes viral and adaptable,they bring it to life here.

Laresio at night (Photo grabbed from Laresio Facebook Page)

Santy's first attempt to try the Vine Swing.

4. They are unique.

Laresio has The Pool Park which is like a Swiss army knife of pools. It has a lot of activities in it, an outdoor movies, comedy and acoustic band shows on a Saturday night and a party feel set up on an ordinary day.

The New Pool Park (Photo grabbed from http://www.laresio.com/)

5. They have the best dish and drinks that will will satisfy your hunger and thirst.

Hungry? Thirsty? Chill? They offer Good Food, Music and Drinks at Tavern.

Yummy Foods! Indulge! (Photo grabbed from http://www.laresio.com/)

6. Laresio is a place for relaxation.

Relax and be comforted (Photo grabbed from http://www.laresio.com/)

The resort has hotel facilities to nurture you after a busy day.
It has fully equipped halls and venues for your gathering. They have clean and big pools which are all natural hot-spring.

7. Laresio is all in one!

Be it a corporate affair, a family milestone celebration, a barkada gimmick or simply a date, they got you covered! Based on my personal experience! I am 100% certain that they can amaze and entertain you.

What are you waiting for? Just dial 09175517934 or 02-5525148. Visit their website for more details www.laresio.com

This article is originally posted in Laresio Facebook page with modifications by Santy03. All photos were taken from www.laresio.com

Saturday, March 31, 2018

Pitong hugot mula sa karagatan

Nitong nakaraang Biyernes Santo ay napagpasyahan ng aming pamilya na magtungo sa dagat ng Real, Quezon. Salamat sa Ocean Row Beach Resort for the accommodation and beach experience.

Sa aking pananatili sa resort ay may ilang aral akong natutunan. Nais kong ibahagi ang Pitong aral ni Santy, mga hugot mula sa karagatan.

1. Huwag kang magpasindak sa alon, kailangan mo itong harapin.

Natakot ako sa malalaking alon na animo’y nagkakarera sa kalawakan ng karagatan. Sabi ng mga kapatid ko, kapag may alon, tumalon ka lang at huwag kang magpapadala. Sa buhay natin, maraming alon ang dumarating; may malalaki, may maliliit. Mga pagsubok na hindi dapat takbuhan at katakutan. Talunan mo lang.! Manatili kang may pagnanais na abutin ang tagumpay kahit gaano pa kahirap ang buhay. Tanda mo pa ba si Super Mario? Sa kanyang pagtalon-talon sa mga pagsubok ay naabot din niya si Koopa at nailigtas ang prinsesa!

Huwag kang magpasindak sa alon, kailangan mo itong harapin.

2. Maging tulad ng “estuary”

Ano ba ang estuary? Ang sabi sa dictionary, “An estuary is where a river meets the sea. There, saltwater mixes with freshwater. The river becomes wider and wider and flows slowly to the ocean. “Estuaries are especially important since they act as nurseries for many different types of young fish and other animals before they head out toward the open ocean.”

First time kong makakita ng estuary sa may Real. Nakakamangha talaga ang estuary, dito nagtatagpo ang tubig tabang at alat. May puntong nagkakahalo pero hindi nagsasapawan.

May pagkakataon sa buhay na feeling natin matabang ang lahat dahil sa mga problema. May times naman na maalat, puno ng lasa! Normal ang ganitong pakiramdam pero huwag mong hayaan panay ka-bitteran ang manaig sa iyo dahil hindi ka nilikhang isang ampalaya! May halaga ka at may purpose katulad ng estuary. Chill lang, YOLO ika nga.

Maging tulad ng “estuary”

3. Hayan na ang alon! Huwag mong hayaang dalhin ka niya kung saan-saan dahil baka masaktan ka lang.

Hugot ito ng aking pamangkin nang matapos siyang dalhin ng alon sa batuhan. May mga taong katulad ng alon. Makikilala mo sila, hihilahin ka kung saan-saan at kung hindi ka wise sa bandang huli ikaw ay sasaktan. Ito ang mga taong mabilis maka-impluwensiya kaya kung hindi ka matalino sa pagdesisyon kung ano ang tama at mali baka sa bandang huli ay ikaw din ang kawawa. Mag-ingat lang!

Hayan na ang alon! Huwag mong hayaang dalhin ka niya kung saan-saan dahil baka masaktan ka lang.

4. Sa dinami-dami ng buhangin, may isang sisingit sa iyong kuko na hindi mo napansin.

Matapos magbanlaw, akala ko’y wala na ang mga dumikit na buhangin pero mali ako dahil may natira pa sa aking kuko na hindi ko napansin.

Simple lang ang itinuro nito sa akin na may kinalaman sa usapang pag-ibig. Sa dinadami ng tao sa mundo, may isang tao na nakatalaga sa iyo. May times kasi na hindi mo napapansin dahil kung kani-kanino ka nakatingin.

Sa dinami-dami ng buhangin, may isang sisingit sa iyong kuko na hindi mo napansin.

5. May mga ala-ala na mabilis mabura, parang iyong isinulat mo sa buhangin na maabot lang ng alon ay nawawala na.

Tanggapin man natin o hindi, may mga ala-ala na sadyang ala-ala na lamang. Kahit itatak mo ito sa puso mo, kahit gaano pa kahalaga ito, ala-ala na lang na mabilis nakalimutan ng ibang tao.

May mga ala-ala na mabilis mabura, parang iyong isinulat mo sa buhangin na maabot lang ng alon ay nawawala na.

6. Ang karagatan ay magpapaalala na dapat kang maglaan ng oras sa pamilya.

Mas pinili kong sumama sa lakad ng pamilya kaysa sa lakad ng barkada. Madalas kasi ngayon sa mga kabataan ay bet ang tropa kaysa makasama ang pamilya sa lakaran. Tandaan mo sa pamilya mo pa rin ikaw unang lalapit lalo na pag nagigipit.

Ang karagatan ay magpapaalala na dapat kang maglaan ng oras sa pamilya.

7. Sa lahat ng alon sa buhay, ituon natin ang paningin sa ating Diyos at huwag tayong matakot.

Ito ay pinapaalala sa atin ng Matthew 14:22-33 nang ang Panginoong Jesus ay lumakad sa tubig at ng Matthew 8:26-27.

Matthew 8:26-27 New Living Translation (NLT)

26 Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm.

27 The disciples were amazed. “Who is this man?” they asked. “Even the winds and waves obey him!”

Pananampalataya at pagtitiwala sa Diyos ang kailangan natin at maniwala na walang imposible sa Kanya. LET US FIX OUR EYES ON HIM.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m_sWJQm2fs

All photos are taken at Ocean Row Beach Resort on March 31, 2018
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/oceanrow/
Contact number: 0915-362-6364

Sunday, March 11, 2018

Anilag Festival 2018? Tara na sa Laguna!

Ang Anilag” ay pinaiksing salita na ang ibig sabihin ay “Ani ng Laguna". Bilang pasasalamat ng mga Lagunense sa Dakilang Lumikha sa patuloy na pagbibigay ng masaganang ani at biyaya, ginaganap ang Anilag tuwing ikalawang linggo ng Marso taon-taon. Ngayong taon, ang tema ng Anilag ay “Sama-sama ang Pamilya sa Masayang Laguna”

Iba't ibang activities ang inaasahang maganap sa isang linggong selebrasyon, narito ang schedule of activities para sa mga nagnanais na dumayo dito sa Laguna. Halika na! Tara na sa Laguna!

Day 1 to 3 (Photo grabbed from Anilag Official Facebook Page on March 11, 2018)

Day 4 to 6 (Photo grabbed from Anilag Official Facebook Page on March 11, 2018)

Day 5 to 7 (Photo grabbed from Anilag Official Facebook Page on March 11, 2018)

Heto ang ilang personal na larawan ni biyahenisanty03 na nagpapakita ng ilang booths ng bayan ng Laguna. Matatagpuan sa loob ng mga booths na ito ang ilang produkto ng iba't ibang munisipyo.

1. Lumban-kilala sa kanilang mga burda