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Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Lipa City
2008-06-07 17:27:00 A popular pilgrimage destination south of Metro Manila, Mt. Carmel Church in Lipa, near the Lipa Cathedral attracts pilgrims and curious tourists passing by the city to marvel at rose petals on display that supposedly has images of Mary and Jesus imprinted that date back to 1948Just before going back back to chaotic Manila from Mt. Malarayat, Tutubi and his officemates decided to drop by Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church.Chaos of vehicles trying to get out of the church compound after the 12nn Sunday mass schedule.devotees offer prayers to Mary Mediatrix of All GraceCatholic devotees attribute the images on the rose petals to Mary, who took on the name Our Lady Mediatrix of All Grace, though the Catholic has yet to fully investigate the event of the miraculous rose petals and release an official statement.How to get to Lipa, Batangas:Commute from Manila: Board any bus bound for Batangas City via Tanauan (Not via Calabarzon) in Pasay City (Taft Avenue near corner Gil Puyat Ave (LRT Bue...
Mount Malarayat Golf Course in Lipa City, Batangas
2008-05-31 17:31:00 Always stressed out at work, Tutubi has a part of his job that takes him to seminars outside of the big city four times a year. The latest was a trip to the peaceful surroundings of Mt. Malarayat Golf and Country Club.Left Makati at around noon and took a late lunch at Rose and Grace Restaurant in Tanauan before going back to enter the Startoll on the way to Lipa City, Tutubi was again excited by his upcoming change in environment beginning with the gates of the playground of the rich and famous in Batangas.the picturesque entrance of Mt. Malarayat Golf and Country Clubthe lagoon view outside Tutubi's room with Mt. Malarayat trek in his mind. Wonder where the jump-off point isThe golf course, designed by world-renowned J. Michael Poellet, is a 27 hole, championship golf course. golfers enjoy early morning flight on the green golf courseputting with bunkers, water, and trees offering a unique challengechildren and adults enjoy at the club swimming poolcute ducks queue up going to th...
Taal Volcano via Talisay Batangas
2008-04-24 17:17:00 Taal Volcano, one of the Philippines' 22 active volcanoes inside the so called Pacific Ring of Fire, usually marveled at from Tagaytay City by people trying to escape the heat of Metro Manila, is in itself a tourist destination for adventurers looking for a different high by hiking/trekking to the crater lake within Taal lake which is actually a crater of a big caldera.A few weeks after their company outing, Tutubi and his officemates went to Tagaytay for another outing at an officemates bahay kubo (native hut) near Southridge.A mini-feast ensued followed by brief rest before hieing off to nearby Talisay down the ridge, checked out properties for sale at Taal View Heights Country Homes gated community, went for a visit at the Buena Vista Nature Park and Country Club (near Tagaytay Highlands) and swam at the club's swimming pool.view of volcanic island from Taal View HeightsOn the return to Tagaytay, stopped for a brief photo opportunity at the view deck of Laeuna de Taal before go...
I stayed in Taal Batangas for a Week
2008-04-20 14:48:00 This post might bee too late. I have been in Taal Batangas for 1 week. Actually Taal Batangas is my home town and it is really great to be back where I studied until grade 6. The place had changed a lot since my childhood days. My parents and my relatives business in that ...
Around Taal Lake
2008-03-18 09:08:00 I visited several towns around Taal Lake yesterday. Our first stop was Club Balai Isabel in Talisay, Batangas. It's probably the best residential resort by the lake.Club Balai Isabel has one of the best views of Taal Volcano. At the moment, many parts are still under construction. But the reception area, club house, and several hotel rooms are already complete and ready to accept visitors. We had lunch there as well and ordered some bulalo, fried tawilis, ginataang kalabasa and fried chicken.We then headed off to Tagaytay en route to Taal. But we stopped by Bag of Beans to check out their bread shop. I had a chicken and mushroom pie.As soon as we arrived in the heritage town of Taal, we went straight to the Taal Basilica to check it out. Since we didn't have much time, we made a quick drive around town to check out the wonderful heritage houses.Although relatively intact, there seems to be a lack of continuity in the town since the new structures stick out like sore thumbs in betw...
By: Ivan About Town
Kidnapping in Batangas?
2008-03-12 01:47:00 Could it be true? There are rumors, unconfirmed reports that kidnap for organ syndicate is going around to abduct young children. These children and even adults are being kidnapped for their internal organs, like their eyes, heart, and kidney which are being sold in hospitals. The culprits would just drop off the victims? body back ...
By: Amor's Blog
Directions to Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
2008-03-05 10:09:00 Now that summer’s near and a lot of people are looking for some fun at the beach, my blog has been getting a lot of search hits on how to get to San Juan, Batangas, particularly on how to get to Barangay Laiya, one of the country’s top beach resort destinations. If you plan to take ...
Scaling the summit of Mt. Batulao
2008-01-19 15:03:00 Another surge of adrenaline! I climbed Mt. Batulao in Nasugbu, Batangas together with the UP Med Outdoor Society. There was a 200-meter rock climb, about 60 to 70 degrees, to get to the peak. I felt I was hanging on for my dear life!Since I wanted to get as much sleep as I could (my lack of sleep during the past climbs proved fatal), I decided to meet up with the group at the jump-off point in Nasugbu giving me an extra two hours in bed and enough to fuel my adrenaline rush. The group took a bus to Nasugbu and got off at the entrance of the Evercrest Gold and Country Club. If you're familiar with Calaruega, that's the same entrance. We caught up with the group just as they got off the bus. And from there, the long hike up Batulao began.Instead of making a right to Calaruega, take the road on the left. A few meters away, you will see an old basketball court and a dirt road to the right which is the road that leads to Batulao. It's straight-forward trek from there.Along the way, yo...
By: Ivan About Town
Classic Cars at the Batangas Racing Circuit
2008-01-14 00:00:00 This week-end the Asian Formula 3 series are taking place at the Batangas Racing Circuit in Philippines. According to inquirer.net: Bubi Camus will lead the cast of 11 drivers aboard his 1971 Opel GT. Also joining are Daniel Kawpeng (1978 Ford Escort), Romy Mercado (1970 Mini Cooper), Willy Ortiz (1965 Alpha Romeo), Spencer Yu (1970 Opel Manta), John Porto (1967 Kharman Ghia), Rene Nuņez and Marc Ablaza (1967 Porsche 912), Romy Yao (1965 Porsche 911), and Maxi and Joey Siapuatco (1970 Mini Cooper). Via: sports.inquirer.net
Victor Basa and Riza Santos Learn Wakeboarding in Batangas
2007-11-30 17:42:00 Big Brother gave a challenge and privilege to Riza Santos and Victor Basa, both eviction nominees, to learn wakeboarding in Lago de Oro in Calatagan, Batangas. Watch the video after the jump…
By: Starmometer
Coming soon in Nasugbu Batangas: Hamilo Coast
2007-09-13 21:25:00 The SM Investment Corporation is presently developing its biggest project to date: the 1,800-hectare Hamilo Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas. Those of us who are accustomed to the giant edifices that are the SM Malls will find in Hamilo Coast a refreshing development. It will showcase to residents and tourists 13 natural coves, a sweeping 32-kilometer ...
Paradise Philippines Dive Sites
2007-08-08 18:00:00 ANILAO BATANGAS, Paradise Philippines - Only 140 km south of Manila, Anilao’s proximity makes it a popular destination for weekend diving trips. Even excursions are ideal in this southern town where resorts are situated within short boat rides to excellent dive sites. Diving is mainly in coral slopes and shallow gardens among sandy patches. Choose ...
A Paradise named the Philippines
2007-08-03 02:02:00 Paradise Philippines is a country in Southeast Asia which is also known as the “Pearl of the Orient” with many tourist attractions and landmarks. Tourists come and go because of the well known hospitality of the Paradise Philippines people. In Manila, Paradise Philippines, one can boast of the walled City of Intramuros ruins and grandeur. There’s ...
Paradise Philippines AVP
2007-08-01 17:32:00 Check out the Paradise Philippines tourism AVP by clicking here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aNdAg90r2cE Enjoy Paradise Philippines
Lobo : A Protected Fish Sanctuary
2007-07-10 18:12:00 Lobo is about 150 kilometers from Manila. It is located near the southern tip of Batangas province. Lobo offers many attractions. It has good white sand beaches whose ocean floor slopes gradually for nearly 200 meters before a drop-off. It has very good coral and marine life on some of its beaches that attract many snorklers, ...
Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
2007-06-03 14:23:00 Woke up early yesterday as my family were to spend a day at a resort in San Juan, Batangas. It?s a usual trip we take whenever we have a free day, and one of the best reasons to live in Lipa City. The trip to the beach is a comfortable 2-hour drive (give or take 3 ... [ This is a content summary only. Visit PinoyBlogoSphere.com for full links, other content, and more! ]
san juan, batangas outing
2007-05-24 05:38:00 These pictures were taken last May 12 and 13 at the Kabayan Beach Resort in Laiya, San Juan, Batangas.
The Count of Monte Cristo resides in Batangas
2007-02-08 07:09:00 How must one feel being arrested at the age of 67 during lunch, and being accused of murder? Yet be best to ask Antonio "Tony" Leviste. You could find it at the headline of the Philippine Daily Inquirer but in case you can't get hold of one here's what's ironic. Tony's gallant but sorry face is at the middle front page of the newspaper, for being accused of murder. While his former wife, Loren Legarda, is at the upper left running for the senate, and being tagged as "sure winners" come election.View full storyWhat madness could have taken over him to murder a longtime friend and associate Rafael de las Alas, to stain his name, and to spend retirement in a bitter way?Sensational as it is. Here is another benchmark in finding out if there is no one above the law in the Philippines. Has lady luck left Tony's side? Frailty has its costs and strikes back with a vengeance.
By: Hazy Reality
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