Destination: Philippines

The 490 Year-old Cross

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [359]

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 [297]

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 [407]

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 [324]

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

Learning Backpacking

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Views [437]

  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

Philippines - Cebu and Manila Part II - Shopping madness

Thu, 5 Jan 2012 | By pauluiza | Views [1051]

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 [421]

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

Photos: New Year 2012

Sun, 1 Jan 2012 | By paolosdala | Flickr Photo Gallery

Photos: Philippines - Bantayan & Bohol Islands

Sun, 1 Jan 2012 | By pauluiza | Photo Gallery

The Subic Night

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 | By paolosdala | Views [827]

After swimming at Subic Bay, I had dinner with some old friends at Subic Bay's Pier One Bar and Grill. I spent quite an amount of money for this dinner, but I enjoyed it. I enjoyed the band, the food, and the time with my friends.   ... Read more >

Tags: night

Photos: Night in Subic

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 | By paolosdala | Flickr Photo Gallery

Like Good Old Times

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 | By paolosdala | Views [389]

  I went to Subic with my high school friends yesterday. It was almost a years since we last saw each other, so we all had a great time. Thank you Jireh Pacoli for driving for us!

Tags: beach

Photos: Reunion in Subic

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 | By paolosdala | Flickr Photo Gallery