Southern Leyte Road trip!

Extraordinary! That is how exciting our trip was. It felt much better going on a vacation spontaneously just letting the road lead us the way and just by bringing along a few maps and list of beautiful spots and resorts in the area, that is enough to take you where you want. Although we really don't have any plans, we all know that somewhere around, that region, it will eventually take us to a place where we can stay and Enjoy! 

Our First stop was Liloan, a small town but has a lot to offer. A few may know that my Aunt is the Mayor of this town so we dropped by at their grocery to buy our foods and drinks. Then visited their house and ate breakfast. 

After that, my Aunt suggested to eat dinner with them since we still have a spare time. We agreed and took this opportunity to try out the Zip-line in Agas-agas in the meantime. Unfortunately, they were on lunch break when we got there. 

Well, since this will still be the road that we'll take going back to Tacloban might as well do it later. We got back to the road and straight to the place where we are to meet up with Aunt and Uncle. Syshore (seizure according to Ryan hehe.. ) Resort/Convention/Restaurant we really don't know. We were not satisfied with their food but since we need the energy for our trip, its completely necessary to stack up food in our belly. Then we headed back to the road to resume our trip.

Took a few wrong turns, drop by at some resorts (which unfortunately not good for our palates), and drove back and forth between resorts. As a tripper, you should pick a place that is very convenient for you and not to mention affordable. So being picky is very wise! That is what we did after all!

From jumping one resort at a time, we finally found a place to crush, Kuting Reef. The price was kinda average though you can still get the best out from their itinerary and their amenities. They recommended the barkada package since we are a group of four, inclusive of their amenities and tours, however, this is our first stop and we still have a long way to go. We took a bed for two instead and paid additional fees for two persons 3.7 K, that was cheaper than we thought. Our stay there was superb and very unlikely to other beach resorts, i'm rating it 7 and 10 as a perfect score. Very accommodating, great foods, clean beds and pool and the best attraction is their Reef! 

The Morning after a few bottles of Tequilla and Beer, we head out at 10 a.m. but this time i'm taking  over the driver's seat. We went deeper south of Southern Leyte and had a few stops to look at spectacular scenery. Then again right after a few wrong turns we eventually reached the place called Maasin City. 

We found the city very quaint, i think its because their old houses or maybe it felt like our place before. But what i really found odd is the one way streets, yeah we have one way streets hear in Tacloban but its very unlikely, they have different routes for the North and South bound Highways. I never realized how hard it is to follow a route not familiar to you, no doubt, its very common for traffic police to hear this as an alibi "I'm not from here, i'm from (insert place)" but of course i'm telling the truth if ever i was pulled over. hehe... 

According to map and reference we brought, they have a holy place situated in this area. So we decide to pay a visit to say our prayers and thanks. It was kinda hard driving to a very narrow street especially when you took a wrong turn and you have to make a U-turn. Minutes passed and we still haven't seen the place. So don't ask if we got lost? Evidently we did. We actually overlooked the sign several times, but don't blame us the sign was covered with something.

I really don't remember what was covering it but anyway once we got off the car, what really surprised us is how far we have to climb up to get to Monte Cueva. How far? Just a 400-600 steps. I actually lost my count after the grueling climb. Just a word of advice, this is certainly not for the faint hearted, you don't wanna be rolling down the hill after fainting, would you? Anyway, while we were at the middle of our climb, just our luck when deluge of rain followed, what worse could happen anyway with this kind of situation? The only thing that was in our mind was if we could make it or not.

We finish the climb probably after 30 mins with our clothes drenched of course. Well, all the grueling climb paid off when we finally went inside Monte Cueva, somehow, we felt relieve and enlightened. No wonder, people would do this every year its because of this feeling where one would literally feel light spiritually. Not to mention the breathtaking view overlooking Maasin City. 

Took a while to regain our energy, however, going down is not as hard as climbing up. What an experience!

Since we are spiritually refreshed, we went back to the road to head home but We still have one last stop to make, Agas-agas bridge Zipline. Me and sol, prepared for this and was too excited that we got our adrenaline pumping. Our minds were set, even though its raining we still insisted on going no matter what happen. However, once we got there our disappointment went off the roof. We have to endure the long line before getting to the end and we only have a few minutes left because its getting dark, we don't wanna be on the road by that time. It was kinda bummer. 

We head home looking a pretty drained. It did not matter anyway because our trip was a blast. An experience we definitely will never forget!

more pic of our trip

Best Photo share website for my Vacation Photos.. ?

I keep on forgetting to post our vacation expedition in Southern Leyte and most recent one in Naval Biliran. I really don't know why i keeps on slipping out of my head where in fact i mostly spend my day online. I guess now would be a great time to share it to everyone. The only problem is i cant find a website or a host which will contain all of the pictures. Most of all, i'm not just going to find a random website to host my pictures particularly for security reasons. Preferably a website that has connections to all blogs, easy to use and doesn't pretty much decent for my pictures of course. Actually, i already have few candidates which i would elaborate further: 

1. Photobucket - i had this all this time but i don't think of using it again. Have to find another a new one

2. Flickr - very common to bloggers, which made me think of switching to this but i still have my options open

3. Imageshack - very easy to use, not really vibrant or not very attracting to me in terms of website as a whole.

4. Picasa - i really doubt i will use this, just visited the website just a while ago and it made me install the windows version (its powered by Linux, no wonder!)

5: Smugsmug - 14 days trial, big no no to me! hehe..

Feeling Lucky Today!

Ever had that feeling when you wake up your going to start your day just fine? and its like something is coming your way that is very special! Well, you don't have to ask me because its written all over my face right now. I'm also thinking this may be a great start for this July. Let's see what the days ahead in store for me.

Here is official statement of Tacloban City's Mayor

I was waiting for the official statement from the two parties and recently found this in Facebook from a friend. I gotta say, Mayor literally put his foot down to the recent issue. I know for sure he made his point and it was a very persuasive defense indeed. However, we have to hear the others side's defense as well.

Tacloban City Festival caught up in between Political Rivalry!

Normally, everyone is excited about the Festivals namely Pintados-Kasadyan and Sangyaw. Unfortunately, because of the Rivalry, what turned out to be fun apparently turned in to chaos. Both Festivals are organized by two different Leaders Pintados by Palo Mayor Petilla and Sangyaw by Tacloban Mayor Romualdez. This Political rivalry has been going on for decades! As a Taclobanon, i'm very dismay of what the Mayor's action by disallowing the Pintados to take place. However, at the same time i'm disappointed as well with the Mayor of Palo. If both of them only agreed on something, Fiesta could have been fun like the past years we experienced but it even gotten worse. What happened on the 27th of June is a showcase of their immaturity, and worse, their incompetence of their power! Just a thought though, if your on the wrong side of the jurisdiction as a citizen you should follow the law and order of whosoever ruling the City. Just like what the Organizers did in the said event, they took a wrong route and did not follow what they were permitted to.  I'm not siding to anyone however its what i think is right looking at a the perspective. I still can't consider blocking using huge trucks and barricading the way "appropriate", it was an exaggeration on the Mayor's part. Both of them should have been more considerate that along with the parade are contingents from different Regions. Is that how we should show our tradition through Politics? Did they ever thought that their acts had brought shame to our place and not to mention the supposed celebration of Sto. Niño. How are supposed to boost our economy with all this mess? This is the only event our town has to attract tourist and to stand out among other town.

Jezz.. Please get your acts together (message to both parties). As of the moment we're watching the Sangyaw parade hoping we can enjoy it! Haha...

Food Cart

You probably have heard and seen this everywhere. Its the new trend nowadays. So what better way to invest than getting in to these kind of business. Well, all you need to do is find a popular stalls (google it) and a good location. You'll be hoarding with customers and receive back your investment in no time! Here in my place, its the top business one would go if they want to start a business. I, for one, would also like to experience this and if you took a little hint i have a lil Chinese blood so no wonder i'm up for this. (hehe..) However, you'll find yourself in a complete dilemma on what sort of foods you would offer in the location you choose.  Its crucial for decision making because one false move you'll be spending your cash like your in a casino. Well, don't get frustrated yet because that is normal on starting a business. That is why its very essential to look before you leap, try to gather information first from the web or ask someone who already underwent this business. You should put location as the top priority. You wont put it in an area which is unproductive, would you? In a business world, attracting attention is the key to success. I guess i already made my point, am i right? 

Here are just a list of suggestion you may want your Food Cart: 

Mall  - definitely the no.1 place but be reminded that rent is a lil pricey so choosing the right food cart is a MUST! 

Train stations  - commuters who wants a food on the go would love it.

Bus Terminals - same as train stations

Schools - kids always love foods on a sticks! a pica pica and sorts.

Offices - not really best but the right food cart would do the trick (cant think of anything)
Airports - only good for pasalubongs carts

Chi vs Mia and Dal vs ?

It came to a point where Lakers had a disappointing lose against Dallas at 4-0. Speculations was made why they never won a single game Home or Visitors. But in my own opinion, it was a fair and decisive match against Dallas. Miami of course, made their way to semis proving their dominance with the Big 3 . Well, i hope they will make it to the finals because i'm rooting for them since Orlando never made it. However, we still have one more game left on a margin of the conference finals. Mem and Okc are at a brink of who will take the final slot. We'll see what happens.