St. Anthony Church - Macau

This church was first made of bamboo and wood before 1560, this is one of the oldest churches in Macao. The church was reconstructed in stone in 1638 and rebuilt in 1810 and 1875, while the present appearance and scale of the church dates back to 1930.

The Cathedral Church of Macau

Do not confuse the Macau Cathedral with the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral, which is now only a standing facade. The Macau Cathedral has been a church since 1576. The original church was rebuilt in 1850 to a much larger size. A typhoon severely damaged that church in the 1870s. It was finally rebuilt in 1937 in concrete, in the form which remains today. Adjacent to the Cathedral is the Bishop's Palace with a small museum and across from the church is a pleasant square with a fountain, large cross and many benches.

St. Dominic Church

In Macau

The St. Dominic's Church located near Leal Senado is a Catholic church. The church was built in 1587 by three Spanish Dominican priests, and it was where the first Portuguese newspaper, “A Abelha da China” (The China Bee), was published in 1822. The church is now part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Best Western Hotel Sun Sun

In Macau,

When we visited Macau, we stayed at this hotel, a cozy and clean place for the family.

There are Filipinoes working in this Hotel (from Front desk, Manager, Housekeeping, Bell Boy, Cooks and Waiters)

Kun Iam Statue

In Macau,

Is a 20m-high bronze figure, emerging Virgin Mary–like from a 7m-high lotus in the outer harbor of Macau, which is probably the only statue in the world of the goddess of mercy that is not facing the sea. The Kun Iam Ecumenical Centre is an information center on Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism.

The Peak Tower

Have a fabulous view from one of Hong Kong's most striking landmark, The Peak Tower which was enhanced in 2006. The Peak Tower, with its iconic wok-like top, offers a dazzling array of shops and sure to make for many happy hours of great dinning with a view experience, leisurely shopping and souvenir hunting and a 360 degree panoramic view of Hong Kong Business District.

The Peak Tram

In Hong Kong

Getting to The Peak is thru the Peak Tram located in St John Building near the Cotton Tree Drive. This is one of the World's oldest and most famous funicular cable monorail, the tram rises to 396 meters (about 1,300 feet) above sea level. It is so steep that the buildings you pass look like they are leaning a gradient of between 4 to 27 degrees. 

The Peak

In Hong Kong

The Peak is one of Hong Kong's popular attractions. It is 396 meters (about 1,300 feet) above sea level and covers a stunning view of Hong Kong Mainland. It is the mountain behind the Hong Kong Business District. This place also includes the Peak Tower and Peak Galleria which offers great shopping and dining; a must-visit attraction like Madame Tussauds; and the unforgettable Peak Tram ride.

First Time Scuba Diving

Are you interested to try scuba diving for the first time in open water? And don’t want to go that far from Manila? You may try the diving programs at Camayan Divers in Camayan Beach Resort near Ocean Adventure in Subic Bay. Camayan beach resort is just 2.5 hours drive from Manila and 30 minutes drive from Puregold Subic.

  

A certified PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) instructor will teach you for 2 to 3 hours at an affordable price. See their website for details. This introductory course can be accredited as one of the diving lessons and trainings if you plan to take the open water diver license.

The Zoobic Safari

The Zoobic Safari is the only tiger safari in the Philippines.  Located at Subic Bay, the place is open from 8AM to 4PM daily (Monday to Sunday).  At the main entrance, you will be greeted by this big white tiger.

 

  

The Zoobic Safari has the following main attractions:

         1)  Zoobic Park

         2) Tiger Safari

         3)  Savannah

         4) Bone Muzooeum

         5) Aeta’s Trail

         6) Croco Loco

Club Manila East

Planning for a getaway within the Metro? Yes, you can at Club Manila East in Taytay Rizal. It is just 45 minutes away from SM Megamall, Ortigas Center.

The resort is ideal for family fun-time, bonding with friends, and even holding company outings. By the way, Club Manila East (CME) has three resort branches situated in Taytay Rizal, Boracay and Real Quezon. This blog features the Taytay Rizal Resort. This resort was first opened in 1999 with only the

Ocean Adventure

Have you ever been to Subic? Take time to visit the Ocean Adventure marine park. It is Southeast Asia's only open-water marine park. The sea animals here live in a natural habitat setting. Experience the whales, dolphins, sea lions, fishes and other sea creatures. The place is 2.5 hours away from Manila and 30 minutes from Puregold Duty Free Subic.
 

Ocean Adventure has 5 main attractions
1.    Dolphin Friends Show
2.    Sea Lion Marine Patrol
3.    Walk on the Wild Side
4.    The Adventures of Olongapo Jones
5.    Ocean Discovery Aquarium

The Grotto Vista Resort

In San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan Philippines

Do you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis without going any further in Metro Manila? You may visit the Grotto Vista Resort in San Jose Del Monte Bulacan. This resort is 15 minutes away from SM Fairview and only 100 meters away from the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto.

Replica of Our Lady of Lourdes

In San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan Philippines

We went to the Grotto of Lourdes in San Jose del Monte. This shrine is an exact replica of the Lourdes Grotto in France. It also features a mock hill Calvary where life-sized statues depict the passion and death of Jesus Christ. Behind the fascinating architecture inspired by the famous Lourdes Grotto in France is a story of faith and miracle.

Mt. Fuji

Is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft). A dormant volcano that last erupted in 1707–08, Mount Fuji lies about 100 kilometers (60 miles) south-west of Tokyo, and can be seen from there on a clear day. Mount Fuji's exceptionally symmetrical cone is a well-known symbol of Japan.

Visita Iglesia 2011

Which means Church Visit, the tradition of visiting seven churches on Holy Thursday is an ancient practice, probably originating in Rome, where early pilgrims visited the seven pilgrim churches as penance. In Philippines, some people expand it to include fourteen churches and say the Stations of the Cross, with one station in each church.

We opted to visit Seven (7) churches in Manila City. 

The Binondo Church - Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz (Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Parish)

Established: 1587

Did you know?

Saint Lorenzo Ruiz (1600 –1637), served at the convent of Binondo church as an altar boy.

The octagonal bell tower is all that remains of the 16th century construction.

The Aguinaldo Shrine

This is a national shrine of the Philippines that is located in Kawit, Cavite.  

The house was first built in 1845 and is the ancestral home of Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the First Republic of the Philippines. It was here where the Philippine Independence from Spain was proclaimed (right at the center window of the house) on June 12, 1898.

In addition, it was here where the Philippine Flag was first raised formally and the Philippine National Anthem was also played (the lyrics were subsequently written in 1899 by José Palma)

Emilio Aguinaldo was born here on March 22, 1869 and behind the mansion is his tomb. He died of coronary thrombosis on February 6, 1964. You should visit this historical place and warp back in time. Then see the beauty and richness of Filipino’s way of life during that time.