Ternate Beach Resort, Ternate Cavite

For my daughter’s 10th birthday celebration, we opted to go back to Katungkulan Beach Resort (formerly known as Cavite de Boracay) in Ternate, Cavite for another water fun adventure. Unfortunately, it was closed due to the week-long training of the marines. Our Plan B was in Ternate Beach Resort, the nearest resort known for its budget rate and accessibility.

another water fun for Shen's 10th birthday

another water fun for Shen’s 10th birthday

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Moonlight Resort in Laiya, San Juan, Batangas

When my sister abroad went home for a one-month vacation with her family, she told me to look for a nice beach for a water escapade. My brother who is based in Singapore came home too for a five-day vacation. This is indeed an exciting reunion with my siblings especially with my sister who got so busy with her work since they migrated to California for almost three years now.

grainy sand makes the water clear... that is in  Laiya in San Juan, Batangas

grainy sand makes the water clear… that is in Laiya in San Juan, Batangas

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Walking and Chilling Around in La Trinidad, Benguet

The view of the grassy hill and the start of cool temperature served as an appetizer for a fresh meal of amazing scenery ahead of us as we were approaching Baguio City. But as we moved on I was surprised to see that it was now highly urbanized with houses made of modern architecture and with fewer pine trees. And there was heavy traffic along the way.

Benuget after the rain

Benguet after the rain

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Singapore Family Trip-Part 6: Lunch treat at Food Republic in Wisma Atria

After our shopping of affordable buys at Bugis Street, Bogs and Allan (my hubby’s former office mates, now based in Singapore) treated us a hefty lunch at Food Republic (our version of Food Court) at level 4 of Wisma Atria shopping mall in Orchard Road.

serving yummy Hokkieen mee

serving yummy Hokkieen mee

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Singapore Family Trip-Part 5: Affordable buys at Bugis Street

It is so easy and convenient to stroll around in Singapore because of their effective transportation. Since my brother, our generous tour guide will report for work today (no family getaway by now), my hubby, Pao, and I decided to spend our fourth day buying pasalubong in Bugis Street. It is Singapore’s popular flea market where it offers affordable buys from souvenir items, t-shirts, foods, shoes, and a lot more.

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this is where we bought our cheapest pasalubong

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Singapore Family Trip-Part 1: Our First Day in the Lion Country

Being known for its exemplary cleanliness and safest place to visit, Singapore is no doubt one of the top Asian destinations for Filipinos during vacation and holidays. The whole family will surely enjoy immersing in numerous tourist spots, exciting attractions, a myriad of activities, shopping malls, and amusements. The transportation system is so accessible and there is no language barrier since English is a common language.

the Merlion Park - one of the famous tourist spots in Singapore

The Merlion Park – one of the famous tourist spots in Singapore

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The Hanging Bridge and Balete Tree: Part 5 Baler Trip

Our wonderful Baler trip is about to end, but the excitement is still soaring high as we sped on the road going to the last two scenic spots: the Hanging Bridge and the Balete Millennium Tree.

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Bebel’le Beach Resort in Sabang Beach and Caunayan Falls: Part 2 Baler Tour

After a seven-hour travel time from Manila to Baler, an exciting city tour, and a heavy lunch at Chef Jerry’s Picnic Buffet Restaurant, we now headed to Bebel’le Beach Resort to check-in and to rest for an hour or two before we engage to water fun.

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Boodle feast at Blackbeard’s Seafood Island North Shore

In celebration of Mother’s Day today, we will spend the night with a boodle feast at Blackbeard’s Seafood Island North Shore or simply Seafood Island at SM Bay the Bay, Mall of Asia. And another reason to hype up the evening is the birthday celebration of my youngest brother Choy who is on a two-week vacation (he is based in Singapore). This is his treat. Thanks, bro!

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the menu

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Nipa Resto Grill, San Fernando, La Union

Our vacation in Ilocos Province was indeed refreshing. As we were on our way to Manila, the group still craves its famous delicacies. It was nearing twelve high noon and while we were along Diversion Road in San Fernando we stumbled upon this cute restaurant Nipa Resto Grill with ”Bahay Kubo” style structure. And everyone was excited to hop out from the van and eat!

Nipa Resto Grill along Diversion Road

Nipa Resto Grill along Diversion Road

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