How to Prepare the Washrooms for the Masskara Festival Season

I've been to Bacolod City twice and have witnessed their annual celebration of Masskara Festival. Many local and foreign visitors flock to the "City of Smiles" to have fun at the street parties, join the festivities and to watch the street dancing competitions. As a travel blogger covering the event, I was exposed to long hours of standing and chasing the contingents dancing at the streets to take photos. When the time comes that I need to use the toilet, I just go to a nearby fast food chain or a restaurant to use the washroom.

PASALUBONG SHOPPING IN BALER: Discover Baler Souvenir Store

Aside from the awesome photos and great memories of our trips, we want to bring home something from our travels. Whether as part of our collection, something that will remind us how we enjoyed our trips or just something we could give as gifts to our loved ones - we want to take a part of our trip with us back home. That is why, (almost) in every tourist destination in the Philippines, there will always be a pasalubong center selling different souvenir items.

WHERE TO EAT IN BALER: Baler Surfer Grill, "Baler's Ultimate Grilling Sensation"

How about a good meal after a long day of exploring the sights and attractions in Baler or surfing the mighty waves of Sabang Beach? Indeed, Baler has a lot of dining options to offer, but one that stands out from the rest is Baler Surfer Grill located at the Baywalk Area along Sabang Beach. It is a humble outdoor dining venue that offers an interesting list of dishes that will surely satisfy your cravings for good food.

AFFORDABLE PLACE TO STAY IN BALER: Jamjen's Lodge in Sabang Beach

When I traveled solo to Baler in 2011, I stayed for 3 nights at Jamjen's Lodge in Sabang Beach. They were just starting then with only 3 rooms available for rent. I was just a walk-in guest with no prior reservation. Luckily, they were not fully booked back then and they were able to accommodate me. I took a fan room which is good for 2 persons and costs 600 pesos per night, but I was able to get it for only 500 pesos per night.

A Delightful Farm Tour at JSJ Goat Farm in Gerona, Tarlac

JSJ Goat Farm is located on a sprawling 10-hectare property in Brgy. Caruray, Gerona, Tarlac. It is a family-owned business headed by Mr. Jeffrey Lim who established the goat farm way back in June 2001. The farm grows and breeds purebred goats such as Boer, Anglo Nubian, and British Alpines from Australia and the United States to ensure top quality milk-producing goats. The farm's milk produce is sold to clients and also processed into various milk and specialty cheese products.

WHERE TO STAY IN BALER: Baler Casa de Viajeros Transient House

Baler, Aurora is now one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Philippines. It offers visitors a number of cozy yet affordable hotels and accommodations to stay in. Depending on your needs, there are beach resorts in Baler, resorts with pool, cozy hotels, and affordable inns, lodges, hostels and transient houses for you to stay at during your trip. So, if you're looking for an affordable, safe and comfortable place to stay in Baler, checkout Baler Casa de Viajeros Transient House.

"Healthy is Hot," Ellen Adarna's Banned TV Commercial for Nice Day! Coffee

Ellen Adarna, the lead star of ABS CBN's afternoon soap "Moon of Desire," stars in the Nice Day! TV commercial, flaunting her innate beauty and sex appeal. The TV commercial which runs for about 30 seconds features her sexy body, lips, hands and legs while enjoying a great cup of Nice Day! coffee. It's too hot and it’s banned on national TV!

Cebu SINULOG FESTIVAL 2015 Schedule of Activities, How To Get There, Things To Do and Where To Stay

Are you ready for Cebu's Grandest Festival? Sinulog is one of the country's biggest and most attended festivals in honor of the Senyor Santo Niño. It is an annual event in Cebu City where a grand display of lively and festive street dancing participated by various contingents from all over Cebu and other provinces held every third Sunday of January. For 2015, the highlight of Sinulog Festival 2015 will be on January 18, 2015 with the Grand Parade happening along the major streets of Cebu City. Happy Sinulog Festival 2015!

Airport Toilet Encounters in the Philippines

Boracay Airport, Aklan

Among the many challenges I encounter during my travels is using the toilet inside the plane. I don't like the feeling of entering a super small space and maintaining your balance on a moving plane while doing your thing. That is why, I make sure that I use the toilet in the airport before my flight so I won't need to use the plane's toilet whenever I travel.

A+E Networks Asia Rebrands Bio Channel to FYI in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan (Press Release)

Last August 27, 2014, Alan Hodges, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, A+E Networks announced that starting October 6, 2014, BIO™ Channel will be re-branded to FYI™. Stands for "For Your Innovation, For Your Inspiration, and For Your Imagination," it is a contemporary lifestyle network reflecting how people live their lives today, across Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Mongolia, Myanmar, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, the Pacific Islands, Singapore, Thailand and Taiwan. It also coincides with the rebranding of BIO to FYI in the US last July 8th.

Organic Dining Experience at Good Earth Garden Café in Tarlac City

I felt like I was transported in a forest with the cool breeze of the air and the chirping sounds of the birds when we arrived at Good Earth Farms and Food. Oh noh! I'm not! We're actually still in the heart of Tarlac City under the hot mid-day sun. Hahaha! I might just be dreaming as I just woke up from a quick nap inside the tricycle on our way here. The very cozy yet rustic ambiance of the farm that is so relaxing made me thought that I am somewhere away from the city. Yeah, that must be it?!

5 Reasons Why You Should Try the Capas ATV Adventure Ride

Are you craving for speed and hungry for excitement? Are you up for a nerve-wrecking yet breath-taking adventure? Go for a "one of a kind adventure" that will test your limits for speed as you tackle the breathtaking Mt. Pinatubo trail on an all terrain vehicle! The Capas ATV Adventure is the only ATV touring facility to operate in the vast Mt. Pinatubo lahar trail. What used to be a reminder of a powerful and destructive volcanic eruption was turned into an adventure seeker's playground!

Things To Do in Tenerife, an "Island of Potatoes and Volcanoes"

The island of Tenerife is one of the seven Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago located in the Atlantic ocean. This island is known for its volcanic origins and its reddish dunes.

Cottage Kitchen Cafe, "The Best Place for Cajun and Creole Cuisines in Angeles City"

Cottage Kitchen Cafe (CKC) Cajun Creole Restaurant and Jazz Pub opened in Angeles City, Pampanga in 1995. Through the years, the restaurant has grown into a household name and a favorite dining place among locals and tourists visiting the city. It takes pride on their menu a wide selection of authentic Southern food as well as serving mouthwatering BBQ dishes.

SARANGANI: Seeing the Old Houses and the Golden Municipal Hall of Glan

On our 3rd day in South Cotabato, we visited the town of Glan in Saranggani province. From General Santos City, we took a passenger van that brought us to Glan. Upon arriving at the town center, we hurriedly searched for a place to eat. We were really very hungry at that time. The locals told us that we go to the market where we could find some eateries serving decent food. So, we did.

Celebrating 30 Years of Mouthwatering Filipino Dishes at Bistro Remedios in Malate, Manila

Bistro Remedios takes pride in offering "the best in Filipino cuisine" for 30 years now. Set on a two-story mid-20th-century illustrado home, it has been a landmark of great Filipino cuisines and a favorite among balikbayan and tourists visiting Manila. The restaurant is owned and operated by the LJC Restaurant Group of the late Larry J. Cruz, which is known in the restaurant business as one of the best in Filipino cuisines.

Savor on International Cuisines at Mall of Asia's International Food Festival on September 5-30, 2014

It will be a month of mouthwatering international dishes as SM Mall of Asia holds its International Food Festival starting from September 5 to 30, 2014. Take your taste buds on a gastronomic adventure around the world from over 50 participating restaurants that will showcase dishes exclusively prepared for the food fest. It also includes an exciting line-up of activities that will surely stimulate your appetite for awesome food discoveries, wonderful prizes and special treats!