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Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Recent Cruise

Our recent travel was not visiting the Philippines; but met many wonderful people who live in the Philippines and work on the cruise ship we were on. It was great! Now I am getting ready to leave Canada for India. I travelled there in 2012 and 2013 for a surgery which I could not get in Canada. I met many wonderful friends there and GOD has blessed me again to be able to return. I am going to be there more than 2 months.

It is interesting to know that there are millions of Catholics in the south where I stayed and the city is called Chennai (formerly Madras). In 2012, I found out on the internet that St. Thomas, Jesus' doubting apostle, is buried there in a tomb under the St. Thomas Cathedral. After Mass one morning, I visited the tomb and it was so touching and emotional, I could hardly breathe. Last year for Mass, I went to St. Anthony's Shrine.

The Mass had already began when I got there and there is about 100 steps or more to go up into the Church where the Mass was being celebrated, so I visited the chapel on the lower level where they have Mass during the week. I met many wonderful people while there. I am sooo blessed.

Here are a couple of pictures of my friends from the Philippines who worked on the cruise ship.

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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Mag-aso Falls in Antequera, Bohol

Bohol, Philippines is a beautiful place to go for vacation. With its white sand by the ocean, Bohol has become the slow version of Boracay. Actually, Boracay started like Bohol until its growth sprout. When Boracay became a place to hang out for tourists and locals, it became so crowded and so so place for some doesn’t like the crowd.

Bohol is accessible by fast craft from Cebu. There are a lot of fun things to do in Bohol. You can see and touch the smallest monkey in the world named Tarsier for a small fee. In fact, you can buy one but chances are it will not likely to survive. Chocolate Hills is a famous place to visit too and I have been there a few times looking from a distance, little brown hersheys piled, aligned. A cave like place to swim is something to check out; but be ready to feel the cold water, will take your breath out. Native products are everywhere for foreigner’s to take home and they are affordable too. I have visited Bohol a few times and always enjoyed the island life especially at night where vendors show off their catch for the day. Live crabs and fish displayed on bowls for hungry tourists to enjoy. In some restaurant, they have singers to "Harana" while you eat. All you need to give is your ears to listen and a small tip for them to keep singing.

The last time I went there was different. A friend took us around and came across this picturesque scenery while vacationing in Bohol last July of 2013. It was just gorgeous! There were not much people at that time and perhaps it’s still a secret to most tourist and locals. They don’t advertise except for word of mouth that quickly spreads for its beauty. It is situated at the bottom of a deep gorge that is only accessible if you’re strong enough to brave the 200 concrete steps leading to it. At the end of your descent, a magnificent view comprising of 25 foot twin falls and a large pool will overwhelm your senses. It is truly a sight to behold in Antequera, Bohol, Philippines. It’s so peaceful and relaxing…

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Palawan

In Palawan, there are just so many things to see and do with so much fun. We had the chance to see the worlds' famous Underground River in Sabang which is now becoming an attraction to locals and foreign visitors. Palawan used to be unheard of, simple and ordinary to most locals. However, so much has been done to this quiet place and it’s becoming a favorite to enjoy a fun vacation. The ocean is always inviting with its sparkling water shadowed by the bright sun and blue skies to enjoy. At night, there’s a chance to watch the fireflies, like mini lights flying around in a wisp, residing among the mangroves at Iwahig River. It is truly enchanting to watch them while floating around in total darkness, so actively glowing at night.

Around the island, you can see some natural dwellers just enjoying the isle. But beware of some dangers for it might be too much for someone who is from the city and away from nature to be this close. For some, it can exciting but might be overwhelming for others. In fact, there are giant lizards that roam around the island, just comfortable with nature.

If you want to visit the underground river, make sure you book ahead of time. The tourism in Palawan controls the number of visitors in a day and that is something a tourist would consider to avoid disappointments. The underground river is measured to be 8.2 km long. It is easily navigable up to 4.3 km. and is reputed to be the longest navigable underground rive in the world. Palawan is trying to preserve everything to it’s nature state and so they made some rules for tourist to follow.

Rules for Cave Tour are as follows:

Present a valid entry permits

Wear safety equipment and wait for your turn

Keep voice at a minimum while on tour

Do not touch walls or other rock formations

Do not scare cave dwellers

Do not smoke, eat or throw waste inside cave

Relax and enjoy the trip by paying attention to cave guides

The Underground River is Palawan's pride. There are also some interesting restaurants that can definitely surprise one's discriminating taste for dining. Enjoy Palawan's beautiful sceneries and capture some peace in your heart while there.