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Old House

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [481]

I had a chance to visit one of the three remaining old houses that dates back to the Spanish colonial period in the Pari-an district of Cebu. This lifestyle museum made me experience the rich kind of lifestyle of the 19th century.

Tags: history

Cebu Reunion

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [416]

I got a chance to see one of my first friends when I entered UPLB in Cebu City. We ate the famous Lechon Cebu at Zubu for dinner. I wasn't able to see him when I visited Davao City last summer. I really never expected we'll meet in Cebu. It's ... Read more >

Tags: food

Surprise, Surprise!

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [328]

I decided to take a short nap before visiting the Basilica del Sto. Niño when I arrived here in Cebu yesterday. My plan was to sleep for only thirty minutes, but I overslept I woke up at about 4:30 p.m. I was really disappointed when I ... Read more >

Tags: church candle dusk

The 490 Year-old Cross

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [525]

This 490-year old cross was established by one of the greatest explorer in history, Fernando Magallanes(Ferdinand Magellan). He arrived in the Philippines in April 1521 and was killed by a local guy(Lapu Lapu) less than a week later. I ... Read more >

Tags: history cross ferdunand magellan

Cebu on Foot

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [334]

This is my first time to tour a city on my own. It's a great experience. I'm learning a lot and I'm having so much fun here in Cebu City!

Tags: city walking

The Illegal Photo

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [441]

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines requires that "all electronic devices must be switched off during takeoff and landing." Haha. I took this photo during takeoff. I was able to snap a few shots before the stewardess saw me.

Tags: sky

Getaway to Cebu

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [355]

It's time for me to forget my problems for a while. I'll travel to a new place to refresh my mind. I'm going to Cebu City, Cebu.

Photos: In Cebu

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Flickr Photo Gallery

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Learning Backpacking

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [487]

I travel like a chick before. I bring a small luggage for a two day-trip just for clothes! Now, I'm like a soldier. I have mastered the art of traveling light. I only need a regular-size backpack for a three-day trip. The pack ... Read more >

Tags: backpack

Photos: side trip PH - manila, batangas, boracay

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 | By coffeeatyosi | Photo Gallery

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Philippines - Cebu and Manila Part II - Shopping madness

Thu, 5 Jan 2012 | By pauluiza | Views [1147]

Destination – Philippines – Manila – Part II – Shopping madness! We decide to leave Bohol a day early as our ferry to Manila leaves early next morning. We take a tricycle, a ferry and a taxi and overnight on Cebu , at the Cebu Century Hotel, ... Read more >

The Firework Project

Sun, 1 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [460]

I knew photographing fireworks can be challenging but it's not impossible. So, I spent time learning some techniques on how to capture images of fireworks two days ago. The Filipino New Year Celebration is the perfect time to learn because fireworks ... Read more >

Tags: festival