Cebu Philippines, Let’s explore the Province.

Cebu, Cebu City, what are the things comes out in your mind when you were here the City of Cebu? For me, it is the battle between Lapu-lapu and Magellan and the Magellan’s Cross. Those names are what I learned from my Sibika class when I was in grade school.

Cebu is the oldest city in the Philippines and home of old churches. Cebu is full of histories that are interesting to discover. Did you know that before the Spaniards come, the city of Cebu is known as fishing and trading village trades with other countries in Asia? And how Magellan introduces Christianity to the Cebuanos?

Getting interested? Get your laptop and find a ticket and Cebu's hotel because this will be fun. For now, let’s explore the historical places in the province.

1. Basilica del Santo Nino
The Basilica Del Santo Nino or Minor Basilica of the Holy Child is considered as the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines. The church was built on the spot when the image of Santo Nino de Cebu was found by a Spanish explorer Miguel Lopez de Legazpi.
The church was damaged when a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Visayas on October 2013.

2. Magellan’s Cross
The cross is a Christian cross planted by Ferdinand Magellan, who introduces Roman Catholic when he arrived in Cebu while exploring the Atlantic Ocean to Pacific Ocean. The Magellan’s Cross is located next to the Basilica del Santo Nino.

3. Lapu-lapu Shrine
The monument was built to honor Lapu-lapu, for defeating the Spaniards in the battle of Mactan. Lapu-lapu is the could be the first native Filipino hero. The statue was said to be in the exact spot where he fought and killed Magellan.

4. Fort San Pedro
The Fort San Pedro was built by the Spaniards and indigenous Cebuano laborers under the command of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, a Spanish conquistador, to stop the Muslim raiders. It is the smallest and oldest tri-bastion fort in the Philippines. The fort is located at the Plaza Indepedencia in the pier area of Cebu.

5. Colon Street
The colon street is the shortest and oldest street in the country. It witnesses many events during Spaniards time. Miguel Lopez de Legazpi the one who design the town structure.

The Hidden Paradise of Iloilo | Isla de Gigantes

Have you booked a promo ticket at Air Asia or Cebu Pacific for your Iloilo Adventure? You should, there are lots adventures waiting for you. Don’t forget to find affordable hotel in Iloilo.

Iloilo is known as the heart of the Philippines and when you visit the province, you will be inlove to its exotic beauty. The province never fails to amaze visitors in her natural and historical attractions.

The past is waiting for you to discover the present. Iloilo is full of history that you should discover, she is waiting for you.

If you love the island hopping, really, Iloilo is best for you. See and be in love with the enchanting beauty of Isla de Gigantes. According to the Ilonggos, the island is the City of Giants long time ago.



The island is formed in different big stones, with white sands and clear water. There are 10 islands can be found here and the famous islands that many tourists visited are the Gigantes Sur and Norte.

The Gigantes Norte has 3 small islands – Isla Baludadiang, Gigantilio and Gigantua. The Bakwitan Cave is one of the famous tourist attractions in Gigantes Norte, to be said the house of Giants. You can discover here the oversized shape of plate, spoon, etc., believes the Giants stuffs. And there is also a big wooded coffin that can be found. It sounds so interesting, right? A history with fun.

The other Island is the Gigantes Sur. The Island to be called as Virgin Island. It has 5 islands the Antonia, Bantigue, Cabugao, Tanguingui and Turnina. You may experience that you are in Thailand at Bantigue Sand Bar especially when low tide. Feel like you are in Blue Lagoon Samantha when visited the Tangke Salt Water Pool.

Philippines is really beautiful, what you need to do is discover and see it on your own. Natural are more beautiful than the man made. Love the country like how you are in love with the other country. Discover Philippines!

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Let’s explore Iloilo

Planning to visit Iloilo? Packed your things and find affordable hotels in Iloilo for the vacation. Iloilo has lots of tourist spots and attractions that everyone can really enjoy. Iloilo showcased all fun and excitement to give you satisfaction, from its natural attractions, historical buildings, colorful festivals and other celebrations in the province.


Things to do in Iloilo

Food Trips at Iloilo –The Province offers local delicacies which you can really enjoy, especially for the first timer. Mind Blowing! La Paz Batchoy is originally from Iloilo, can you imagine the real taste of it? Don’t miss it!

Join the city’s festivals – Don’t miss the biggest religious and cultural festival in the Philippines, the Dinagyang Festival. Watch the Ati performers and see the city transformed into one of a kind place that full of enjoyment. The festival held every January. You can also enjoy the other events of the city like the Jaro Fiesta, Paraw Regatta Festival and Chinese New Year.

Visit the heritage sites – Discover the beauty of Iloilo on its restored heritage sites scattered in the city. You may start the tour at Jaro Cathedral, Molo Church, Lizares Mansion, Case Mariquit and Bahay Camina nga Bato.

Discover its natural resources – Iloilo is gifted of beautiful beaches and islands where you can enjoy the outdoor activities and see the beauty of a natural gift. Visit one of the best islands of Gigantes, Ajuy, Sicogon, and Concepcion, beaches at Miago, Guimbal, Tigbauan, Oton and well-preserved marine sanctuaries of San Joaquin.

Church Hopping – Iloilo is home of historical and heritage Spanish-colonial Churches. The Miagao Church is the most famous and well-preserved church which is listed in UNESCO’s World Heritage Church. It is also worth visiting the other old and ruin churches in different parts of the City.

Visit also Butuan City and Puerto Princesa.

Explore Butuan City

Too much attached to the beauty of the Philippines? Here’s another place where you can spend your vacation with the family.

Butuan City is located in Mindanao - the second largest island of the Philippines. The word Butuan is said from the sour fruit “batuan” and once ruled by “Datu Buntuan” according to etymology sources. It became the center of trade and commerce by the 11th century and as the early 10th century, there’s a trading relation between Butuan and Southern Vietnam. Their transportation used in trading is the balangays, a big boat made by Butuan ancestors.

What to visit in Butuan? There are many historical and beautiful places in this Place. Get your backpack and booked at a Butuan Hotel. Let’s go travel.

Nipa Wine Distillery
Make a wine in the traditional way. Laksoy is a local wine from the juice of Nipa Palm of Butuan. Magellan’s Landing Site

Magellan’s Landing Site
Ferdinand Magellan dropped in the City to do the first Mass in the country. The Butuanons celebrated it annually to reminisce the historical event.

Butuan Regional Museum
To know more the beauty and how cultural and historical Butuan is, visit them. The museum is the house of archaeological discoveries, artifacts and cultural memorabilia.

Balangay Shrine Museum
The home of the Balangays boats discovered and used by the ancestors.

Banza Church Ruins
The anza church ruins is the oldest church in Mindanao. It was built by Augustinian friars in 1622 but ruins by the Morons in 1752. The bell tower is the only left.

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A City Paradise | Puerto Princesa

A City Paradise | Puerto Princesa

Philippines is undeniably rich in natural resources making tourism one of the fast-growing industries today and, in turn, a thriving of hotel enterprises.

Hotels serve as a fusion of flavors and colors of tourism. Hotels in Puerto Princesa are good example of the unified collaboration of good food, service, and peaceful surrounding giving its visitors a sense like home. It takes caring individuals to maintain balance in a city like Puerto Princesa. Puerto Princesans understand the value of nature and stewardship of life’s blessings and the good thing about the people is that they take responsibility on developing what they have.



Puerto Princesa is a perfect place to search for peace, find new friends, be in touch with nature, and witness steady progress at the same time; a forest where you can find hotels, grills and bars to eat and have some leisure time; and a city where you can be at peace, think and appreciate nature. A real “City in a Forest”, Puerto Princesa, as it offers adventure like no other.

Tourists may experience the sense of peace and appreciate silence during the serene voyage across the Underground River. Tourists are advised to bring their own flashlights so they can see the rock formations on the cave. The soft breeze of wind inside adds serenity to the tour, as well as the guano’s smell completing the time travel from the cave formation.

To those who want a bit of thrill, tourists may try scuba diving and encounter the fun world under water. Honda Bay is one of the good diving centers that offer thrill and excitement to its visitors. Scuba diving gives a number of benefits to its diver. Divers have the chance to experience the healing power of water as they submerged their selves underwater. Also, meditative breathing improves mental capacities and stimulates circulation. Tourists will surely enjoy the meet and greet with the abundant marine life.

Others may enjoy traveling from one island to another in delight of the lovely and lush greenery. Travelers have the chance to free their mind and find peace after long weeks of work. Iwahig firefly watching is one the most relaxing things to do during the tour. This activity allows every individual much closer to nature. It would be a perfect time to reminisce memorable moments in life while staring in the fireflies shining brightly in the dark surrounding.

Tummies will surely be happy during the tour as “City in a Forest” offers fresh and mouth-watering seafood delicacies. Equally, tourists cannot resist the tempting Croc Sisig made from crocodile meat, which is low in fat and a good source of protein. They may also try the famous mangrove-infesting wood worm that is actually not a worm! Tamilok, the name of the so-called wood worm, is actually a mollusk that belongs to the same group as the octopus and squid. Tamilok can be eaten raw and fits perfectly with a spoonful of vinegar.

After the tiring and enjoyable day around the city, tourists can cherish the peaceful sound of nature while savoring the good taste of food served in the hotels. Chirping of the birds is like music to the ears while relaxing on the hotel lobby. Tourists replenish their strength with the harmonious atmosphere and give in to the classic taste of seafood or the exotic deep-fried Tamilok. Hotels in Puerto Princesa serve a as a perfect resting place to regain soul of adventure with the similar breeze of wind in the Underground River. Hotels do have the same ambiance of peace, calm, and serenity just like the city itself as it captures the taste and color of nature.

The Floating Houses of Agusan Marsh

In the Philippines, there are two types of weather we typically encounter, the sunny and the rainy seasons. It seems that sunny season is nearing its end and the rainy season is now knocking in the whole archipelago. In the past few years we encountered different kind of calamities. One of the recent calamities was the attack of typhoon Haiyan in Tacloban that caused heavy rains and floods, wrecked houses and still undetermined number of casualties.

The havoc of Haiyan was one of the devastating stories that the whole world witnessed. It gives Filipino citizens a sense of dread that every time light rain pours in a drizzle we get nervous immediately and worried what will happen next, if another heart-wrenching calamity is on its way.

Because of this, is there a possibility we could change the kind of house that we build in the Philippines? In year 2005, one of the strongest hurricane attacks New Orleans, Pelicans. By the help of Hollywood actor, Brad Pitt, the floating house came into the scene. It can float when the flood starts to rise.

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According to the Bible, God ordered Noah to build an ark that can withstand the force of nature. In the present, there are people who built their houses that boat looks like Noah’s ark. In Agusan Marsh, Agusan Del Sur, Mindanao, the people there are staying in houses that are floating and become as their permanent home. The houses are placed above a plank of wood or bamboo stem. And their learning center is floating in the water as well.

So, that’s one way on how we can adapt to the kind of weather that we encountered here in the Philippines.

Top Theme Songs in the Philippines

Wedding is the very special day to everyone. It takes a year in preparing the requirements and organizing the wedding. We start in choosing the place for the ceremony and reception, then picking the beautiful invitations, souvenir, cakes, gowns, shoes, flowers and other more. After finalizing those stuffs, is there anything else needed? The wedding song, preparing the wedding songs sometimes not in the priorities, which is not bad, but it adds color and sense.

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Every song has its own meaning and it’s a reflection of life. Some of the well-known songs make us cry when we heard it and because of the memories behind it. Also, it makes us to remember the precious person and the moment that we had. For wedding, music helps to enhance the atmosphere, tell the story of the couple and adds the sweetness, especially if it is the couple’s theme song. Your favorite songs or music may play as the bride entrance or at the reception. Since this is your day, you are free to list down all your favorite songs. Here are the top wedding songs in the Philippines;

1. Your Love (Alamid)
2. Sa’yo Lamang (Joey Albert)
3. With a Smile (Eraserhead)
4. Kahit maputi na ang Buhok (APO Hiking Society)
5. The Promise (Martin Nievera)
6. Ikaw (Regine Velasquez)
7. Now that I have you (The Company)
8. How did you know (Chiqui Pineda)
9. Forevermore (Side A)
10. Forever (Regine Velasquez and Martin Nievera)
11. I’ll be there (Martin Nievera)
12. The gift (Jim Brickman)
13. Two word (Lea Salonga)
14. Ikaw ang aking pangarap (Martin Nievera)
15. Ikaw lamang (Gary Valencio)
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