Pinoy Festivals: "Parada ng Lechon" in Balayan Batangas

"Parada ng Lechon" is a yearly celebration in the historic town of Balayan in the province of Batangas in celebration of the feast day of St. John de Baptist. History says that during the Spanish and American times, well-off families would parade a lechon in the town plaza going to the church every June 24th as their thanksgiving and veneration to their patron saint for all the blessings they have received in the past year. Through the years, the tradition had become one of the most celebrated festivals in Batangas.

Cavite - The Historic Church of Kawit

The Church of St. Mary Magdalene, also known as "Kawit Church" is the parish church of the municipality of Kawit in the province of Cavite. First built made of wood in 1638, it is considered as one of the oldest churches in the Philippines. The construction of the current church started in 1737 and was restored in 1990. Located a few meters away from the mansion of Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, this is the church where the president of the First Philippine Republic was baptized in 1869.

Top 10 Must See/Must Do in New Zealand

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New Zealand is one of the most exciting places in the world. It is richly endowed with many treasures in terms of the sites that one would like to visit. For this reason, many tourists can't wait to visit the scenes and have an experience of the exciting places. The country is highly ranked in terms of the sceneries. Usually, it is difficult to pick the best out of the many spots that are exceedingly beautiful in New Zealand. There is an array of outdoor activities that one can venture in at any time he or she visits the country. Because of the wonders found in the country, it has been referred to as God's Zone. All the tourists that have visited the place have always recommended it as a unique tourist destination because of the richness in beauty and wonders.

Davao Oriental - Mati's Dahican Beach is one of my Favorite Beaches in Mindanao

It didn't take a minute for me to fall in love with Dahican Beach. It was "love at first sight". Its long white sandy beach is certainly "to die for". As we walk barefooted along its shoreline dotted with tall coconut trees, I felt the fine sand on my feet. It's so soft that my feet leaves a mark with every step I make. The "raw-ness" of its seven-kilometer stretch of pure white sand beach facing the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean is simply amazing!

Tiger Airways offers the Freedom to Fly with the Free Airfare Promo

Free flights? Yes! As part of the launching of Tiger Airways Philippines, get a chance to fly to your favorite local and international destinations such as Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Clark, Laoag, Bacolod, Kalibo, Cebu, Iloilo, Tacloban, and Puerto Princesa for free! Go, grab this opportunity and fly for free, only with Tiger Airways Philippines!

Discovering the Flavors of the Philippines with Electrolux DiscoverE Food Festival

It's a weekend of mouthwatering Neo-Filipino food as Electrolux Philippines celebrated DiscoverE Food Festival at NBC Tent in Fort Bonifacio Global City Taguig City last June 15 and 16, 2013. The event which gathers different delectable Filipino cuisines from all over the Philippines was filled with fun activities that helped everyone appreciate and learn new Filipino discoveries with the help of Electrolux kitchen appliances.

Pinoy Festivals: Peñafrancia Festival 2013 Schedule of Activities, How To Get There, Things To Do and Where To Stay

Marian pilgrims and Bicolanos from all over the world come home to Naga City every September to pay homage to "Ina". The celebration of Penafrancia Festival in Naga City is the unparalleled display of the Bicolanos' undying devotion to the beloved "Ina" and patroness of Bicol - the Our Lady of Peñafrancia. It starts with the traditional "Traslacion", where barefooted voyadores carry the images of Ina and the Divino Rostro from the Penafrancia Basilica Minore to the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral.

CAVITE TOURIST SPOTS: Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit Cavite, the Site of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence in 1898

How to get to Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit Cavite?

I grew up seeing the mansion of General Emilio Aguinaldo in Kawit, Cavite. I studied in a parochial school in Kawit and I always pass by this house almost everyday. So when friends from outside Cavite come over to our house ask what to see in Cavite, I always suggest that we visit the Aguinaldo Shrine. I've been to this house countless times in the past but this is the first time I'll be writing about it.