Supposedly, I’ll be posting my 2015 travel highlights as
my year-starter post. However, due to some circumstances and matter of urgency
on what to post first, I end up just “now” to write about what made my 2015 so
much blessed and full of adventures. I travelled with friends, love ones and
people who became my new friends. Life is really full of surprises and
opportunities and one should have the guts and instinct as well on what to
take. But for me, every opportunity that comes on my way is already a blessing and
I won’t let it pass without taking any chances. Why? Whatever the result of
that decision, whether happy or sad, I know, I’m going to learn something that
would make me a better person. Everything has installed a lesson yet to be
learned and discovered and here I am, willing to do take another step to learn
and discover more and looking forward that you, my reader, will be part of it,
soon.
Meanwhile, here’s the highlights of what made my life more
interesting and what made me more strong, enthusiastic, and excited on what
lies ahead of 2016. One thing for sure, it’ll be an all-out fun and a year full
of adventures. Still, I am managing my time properly to have those unposted
getaways will be up soon on the blog.
January
Cavinti Spillway
Cavinti,
Laguna – I
started the year 2015 with a 2-day/1-night eco-adventure tour in Cavinti, Laguna with fellow bloggers. It was a getaway full of adventures,
literally, as we trekked going up and down to the Cavinti Falls which is also known as Pagsanjan Falls. Part of the tour was to visit the Cavinti
Church, Camarin
Guesthouse and Eco-Park Resort, Bumbungan
Eco-Park and beautiful places and resorts in Cavinti.
looking forward to see you in Vatican, sponsor please. :)
Pope Francis – nothing beats the experience of seeing Pope Francis in person. The feeling is so unexplainable and awesome.
Pico de Loro swimming pool
Pico de
Loro Cove –ticking off on the bucket list as I got an invite from Pico de Loro to experience a luxurious
getaway and lucky enough that I had stayed in one of the lavish rooms of Pico
Sands Hotel.
Urduja Mansion
Pangasinan
–One of the spontaneous travels that I
had on the year of 2015. An officemate slash
friend invited us over on his hometown. Finally, visited the Bolinao and saw Enchanted Cave. Will be blogging it soon, so stay tuned!
February
San Juan, La Union
La Union – It’s surfing time. Doing it for the first time
was such a bliss. And looking forward, to more surfing session with friends and
people I love.
Calle Crisologo with friends
Vigan – Well, adventurous people no need to plan, random
travels will do. After La Union, we headed to Vigan just to have dinner and went
back to Manila to catch the early morning shift. This kind of travels makes
every moment worth to cherish for a lifetime.
March
Pinto Art Museum
Pinto Art
Museum – appreciating arts. I guess, getting old also means appreciating
arts and heritage places. Though, the Santorini-inspired architecture of the
museum is one of the reasons to visit this place.
San Bartolome Church in Malabon
Malabon
Food Tour – food tripping at the North!
April
Kids' pool at Aquaria Beach Resort
Aquaria Beach Resort – Getaway with the family! And we’re
doing it on a yearly basis! Hooray!
May
Boracay –
Celebrating Labor Day in Boracay. It was a love and hate experience. Love
because Boracay means a lot to me, it’s my paradise. Hate for the undisciplined
party-goers who ruined its beauty. I also able to stay and review the following
hotels in Boracay. Each one has its unique features that’s why I can’t really
tell which one is my favorite.
deluxe room at Alta Vista de Boracay
Alta
Vista de Boracay located in Brgy. Yapak, Boracay Island (station 1).
deluxe room at Boracay Uptown Resort
Boracay
Uptown Resort beachfront located in Station 2.
morning view at Baling-Hai Beach Resort
Baling-Hai
Beach Resort a beautiful and quiet beach resort in Station 1.
breakfast with an awesome view at Lugar Bonito Hotel
Lugar
Bonito Hotel – a Santorini-inspired hotel in Boracay located in Station 2.
Azalea Residences Baguio
Baguio
Tour c/o Azalea Residences Baguio – After 2 years, finally back at Azalea
Residences Baguio. This hotel is always a home away home in the city of pines.
view from our veranda at Club Balai Isabel
Club Balai Isabel – Company outing. Bonding with
officemates and colleagues from other department. Though, I found Club Balai
Isabel as an overrated resort.
June
Kayangan Lake
Coron,
Palawan – Traveling to Coron, Palawan for the first time was a
wonderful experience. And I’ll be forever thankful with the people who invited
me over to experience Palawan’s offerings. Asia
Grand View Hotel was our gracious and generous host that made the trip
worthwhile and enjoyable.
at Museo Pambata
Museo Pambata –And there’s a Museo Pambata. It’s always
fun to be a kid again.
hi there!
Tagaytay – Celebrating the gift of friendship.
July
our room at aurumOne Hotel
aurumOne
Hotel Makati – Staycation within Makati. Yay! A 2-nights and 3-days
staycation in a busy city like Makati is always a good idea. Why? You’re going
to appreciate its beauty and its value!
August
The Bellevue Resort
Bohol
– A yearly vacation with my loves. We stayed at The
Bellevue Resort in Panglao Island.
September
Saint Padre Pio National Shrine
Sto.Tomas,
Batangas – Did you know that the travel time from Makati to Sto. Tomas,
Batangas is in less than an hour and that makes me think of getting a property
that soon will be home. Of course, It is a great investment, too!
October
Biking at Burnham Park
Baguio – Visiting the summer capital of the Philippines
for the 2nd time in the year of 2015. Thank you Residences at Brent for giving us accommodation at The Forrest Lodge, Camp John Hay.
November
Mt. Carmel Chapel
Batanes
– No words can barely describe how wonderful Batanes is. And this trip was one
of the random trips I had with my ever supportive friends and special someone.
Will blog about it soon, stay tuned. Meanwhile, here’s a postcard
from Batanes.
Cirque Du Noel at 22 Prime, Discovery Suites Ortigas
December
deluxe room at Best Western Hotel, Subic
Best
Western Plus Hotel in Subic – newly-opened hotel in Subic that always
connoted world-class services.
Pesto pasta at Orion Cafe
Orion
Hotel & Café – a shopping and staycation experience in Divisoria.
There you have it! Please stay tuned for more. Can’t wait
to blog the other places that I’ve been to. Meanwhile, let’s see and create memories
for the year of the Monkey, 2016!
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