Category: Thematic
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Renewable Energy, Zero-Waste for a World In 2026
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Change in weather conditions, extreme climates, depleting natural resources, and other natural disasters have become a recurring occurrence in various parts of the world. As such realities keep happening, and even worsening, how do we imagine our #WorldIn2026? My travels have allowed me to come face to face with the…
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6 Joys of Driving Your Own Car
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For the early part of my professional years, I refused to avail of some of life’s conveniences: credit card, a car, and a home. Eventually, as my travels brought me to various places, I have come to appreciate the benefits of such things. Let me highlight on owning a car…
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Explore the World of eCommerce through Globe myBusiness
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The Christmas season brings heightened energy and more positive vibe to our surroundings. With the decors, the bazaars, the parties and events, there seems to be a lot of goings on. Beyond the physical sphere into the digital world, so much things are also happening. Online businesses and eCommerce is…
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10 Reasons to Spend the Holidays at L’Fisher Bacolod
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For those who have friends and relatives in Bacolod, known as the City of Smiles, located in the Negros Island at the Visayas region of the 7,107-island Philippines, visiting or spending their holiday vacations in this place is both fun and relaxing, at the same time. If you are one…
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Cyber Christmas Shopping with GCash
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Black Friday, a day after Thanksgiving, is often regarded as the start of the Christmas shopping season in the US. Along with it, Cyber Monday is also another event that shoppers are anticipating. But even those from other parts of the world, including the Philippines, can now also enjoy the Black…
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Running the highlands of Campuestohan
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It was a not-so-short hike as we ascended the area of Campuestohan in Talisay City. I’m not referring to the popular highland resort in this vicinity but the greener portion towards the mountains where I once joined a tree planting activity with the Negros Forest and Ecological Foundation, Inc. or…
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A Jolly Festival Tour Around the Philippines
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Celebrity mom and chef Donita Rose is setting the MassKara Festival on fire and is cooking her way around the Philippines with Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil. She began her festival tour with the Kadayawan Festival in Davao City, then onwards to Naga City for the Peñafrancia Festival. The heartwarming…
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Food Trip in Brunei: A Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures
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When traveling, especially to a foreign country, local food is one of the things I always try. Eating in restaurants and eateries of different types and economic levels is one way of blending with the locals and observing their day-to-day life. Flavors and how food are prepared and presented often…
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Vegetable Harvest at DSB with SM Foundation
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The sun was up as we walked towards the harvest area. I could hear the laughter from the distance. When I got to the site, I discovered what kept everyone upbeat and jolly. The farmers were harvesting the vegetables and the watermelons they planted. This is the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan…
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First-time in Qing Yun Rest House, Brunei
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We climbed a few steps along a narrow stairway to the entrance of Qing Yun Rest House in Block I of the Abdul Razak Complex in Gadong, Brunei Darussalam. The inn occupied the entire floor and there were only six rooms and a reception room. Apparently, Qing Yun Rest House…
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Victorias City opened its Organic Market and Pasalubong Center
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Victorias City, known as The Sweet Green City, located in the northern part of Negros Occidental, Philippines, is strengthening its organic farming industry with the recent opening of its Organic Market and Pasalubong Center. The local government believes that when it goes organic, it supports: O – Okay for you…
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15 Places to Visit in the Brunei-Muara District
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Bandar Seri Begawan or BSB, the capital of Brunei, is the main hub of this small wealthy nation. It is located in the Brunei-Muara District. Among the many capitals that I have visited, BSB is unique, because it has a laid back feel, where you get the luxury of time…
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Chino’s Deli at MassKara Festival
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Since this is the longest celebration of MassKara Festival, the Bacolod City Public Plaza is now teeming with food stalls since it started in October 1 and they are there to stay until October 23. It remind me of years past, during my student days when I had experienced the…
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First-time in Brunei: A Sparkling Jewel in Southeast Asia
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It was a spur of a moment decision and about a month to prepare. It all started with a simple inquiry of a friend about Brunei, and which I thought was an invitation to travel there. And it led to one wonderful adventure to “The Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures“, which…
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MassKara Festival 2018 Schedule of Events
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It’s this time of the year once again when my city is alive with colors, songs, and other attractions. Yes, October is MassKara Festival in Bacolod City, the capital of the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. But what is it all about and how did it all start? Read my…