365 Days of Blessings

I think it was God's way of saying "I love you, child" when I reached my birthday in a happy and healthy disposition. It was one of those memorable birthdays I had in my entire life. Nothing so extravagant and fancy as compared to others. It was just me + loved ones. In real world, that's all that really matters.

Woke up and prepared early as to Walter have a surprise place to visit on my special day. But on the other hand, while I'm busy doing this and that. My sisters went to my room and handed me their gifts to me. I wasn't surprised at all since they are doing it every year. What totally shocked me was all gifts were wrapped in Hello Kitty gift wrapper. I felt like a kid once again but then, I was really happy and thankful. They are the sweetest and nothing beats the love they always unconditionally gives me.

Going back to Walter's surprise place. He told me to go to BGC at Taguig. I arrived at around 8:30 AM. I was already thinking of Mind Museum when he said that but my intuition failed me. It was Biorythm: Music and the Body Exhibit. I was so excited since I was rooting to go to this place ever since it was advertised. This was perfect for us since we were musically inclined persons.

Biorythm really rocks!

Gigantic Headphones for my Giant Man, Walter!

We went inside and there were so many to explore with. Our curiosity went overboard because we spent more than 2 hours inside. That's what who we really are because we never stop exploring. We almost took a shot in each prototype we had there.

We were so delighted by this experience but what amazed us most was these little blocks that creates music as you put them on the blue circle. We felt like a DJ in a club. Walter and I composed beats out of this blocks.

Believe it or not? This is a musical block!

Walter doing his own music

Me doing my own music too

Our tour ended at around lunch time. We were thinking of trying the restaurants around Burgos Circle but then we opted not to because the prices are steep. We went to BonChon near R. O. X. and we ordered our usual meal there. Burp!

After our meal, we decided to see a movie at Market! Market!. Upon arrival, we checked the schedule and the availability of the seats for that particular movie but unfortunately, all seat were already taken. So we went straight ahead on our usual & favorite cinema house, Waltermart Makati. Less crowd and cheaper ticket price.
 

Well, after the movie, we had our special dinner at Mr. Choi's Kitchen. It was a sumptous one but nevertheless, it is very affordable (how ironic). We went home and brought pizzas at home. Celebrating the rest of the night with my family and cute nephews (Aaron, Raven and Kyle).

My birthday ended so well. Well is an understatement. I am lost for words. I think God has been too way generous for surrounding me with the best people. There is nothing more i could ask for. Thank you. Cheers to more travels.

Baguio's Hidden Gem: Hydro Falls

Baguio has always been my first love when it comes to travel. Even myself can't explain how happy I am to spend the remaining days of year 2012 at my favorite place on Earth. So here comes the dilemma, where to go? I had been to all tourist spots. Name it, I'd been there already! Good thing, Walter and I are really certified travel enthusiasts. We came across blissfulguro and batanglakwatsero's blogs and tadaaa! - The majestic Hydro Falls.

So here goes.. There are two ways how to get there. First is to take a jeepney along Harrison Road that says "Camp 6" but this would take much of your time because it will not go unless all seats are taken. So we opted for a taxi. From the city proper, we hailed a taxi and asked the driver to take us to Camp 6 via Kennon Road. He asked for a fixed rate of P200 which was kinda expensive but we agreed on it.

Along Kennon road, we saw jaw dropping view of the Cordillera mountains. It was an ineffable beauty!

Such a nice view! God's amazing creation.

We passed by the Lion's Head and from that spot, you must really pay attention already on the road and look for Simona's Store on the right side. 

There is no "To Hydro Falls" signage meaning this tourist spot is really new!

Total travel time was only 20 mins. Upon entering this store, you will encounter this old rustic bridge and mind you, it was really unstable when we were crossing. So I recommended to cross the bridge one person at a time for safety purposes.

After the bridge, we just followed our instinct on how to get to the falls. Just like any other first timers, we were in doubt & clueless along the way but what we did was to follow the huge boulder of rocks and see where it ends.

What a lovely sunflower!

Huge boulders of rock along the way

I highly discouraged anyone who visit this falls to wear slippers. You will have your instant and not-so-relaxing foot massage. Sarcastic huh? Please wear proper shoes or better a trekking shoes to have comfortable walk along the way.

River trekking was a bit of challenging and exciting as well. We have to skip from one rock to another rock. Be careful not to miss a single step or else you're going home with a wet shoes on.

Ready na kami!

Walter the Wanderer ♥

Just follow the rock trails and you won't get lost

Wait! There's more!

Shutter-priority

After 30 mins of trekking, we were  rewarded and finally saw the majestic and grandeur creation of God: The Hydro Falls.

The Hydro Falls from afar

So beautiful!

Picture perfect and we rocked!

Syempers! Jumpshot is a must in every travel!

We rocked this falls!

We were all glad and felt lucky that we were able to visit this place firsthand. I just hope that they would take care and preserve the cleanliness of the area and the fall itself when the time comes that it will be known to tourist.

'til next time, Hydro Falls!

We went back to city proper by riding a jeepney along the highway. We just paid less P20 each person. When we arrived, we were so hungry and dehydrated that we decided to have our early dinner at a new Korean restaurant called Cuore. It can be found along the famous Session road.

I highly recommended this restaurant.  It was not the way I expected it to be but the food were delicious and servings do come in big sizes. It was relative cheap as well. Superb dining experience!

They also have an eat-all-you-can buffet for P300

Korean-inspired wall paintings

Ready to eat! Yummmy!

After our delightful dinner, we headed home and packed our things. It was a great day but we have to leave and bid goodbye to Baguio for the mean time.

See, in Baguio, everything is beyond perfect. It is my heart's haven. I feel safe. All of my problems seem to go away when I'm there, that's why I like love it there. 

Until next time, Baguio. ♥

On The First Attempt

Hello everyone! Welcome to my world. (such a cliché) What's in here? As my blog's name implies, it will focus mostly on how much I love to travel, to shoot and capture priceless moments, to celebrate life on a mountain's summit and to express oneself through music. I should have done this a long time ago but it is only now that my enthusiasm in writing ignited.

I missed a lot of entries especially my major travels for the last two years like Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Camiguin, Bukidnon, Cebu, Bohol, La Union, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, El Nido and Puerto Prinsesa. Anyway, at least I'm starting it now. It is never too late.

So, end the year off right. Again, welcome to my world! Rock on!