Mount Pinatubo Trek in Pictures (Zambales, Philippines)

Trekking Mount Pinatubo
February 2013

Here's a travel guide in pictures on what to expect when you go on a trek to see Mt. Pinatubo's crater lake.

The gateway to Mt. Pinatubo Trek is in Sta. Juliana Capas, Tarlac, Philippines.  You'll know you've reached the right place if you see the sign above. Register right away and rent a 4x4 all terrain vehicle to take you the the trek start point.

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Team Philippines Closing Exhibition at the 4th PyroMusical Competition

Team Philippines represented by Platinum Fireworks.

Closing fireworks exhibition at the 4th Philippine International PyroMusical Competion at SM Mall of Asia.

An upbeat performance featuring more recent popular music for the first half and overwhelming the crowd by using not only the platform but the whole bay side area of the Mall of Asia.  From our vantage point, it wasn't as in sync with the music during the first half.  The second half though was quite exquisite and explosive.  You know they really spent for that fireworks display - ingenious and impressive with innovative new fireworks.

Here's the video sourced from Platinum Fireworks. Enjoy!

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Team Canada 4th Pyromusical International Fireworks Competition

Here's a video of the fireworks display from Team Canada at The 4th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition held at SM Mall of Asia.

Team Canada was represented by Fireworks Spectacular and is the current defending champion, winning the event last year.

An elegantly choreographed piece well in sync with the music.  Enjoy!

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Feng Shui for 2013 - Year of the Snake

Year of the Water Snake 2013 - Feng Shui

General Outlook for the Year of the Snake 2013 ( Feng Shui)

• A Year with Sustenance Luck - unlike the previous year where we saw a lot of political changes and upheavals in many countries, this coming year we will see a lot of CONSOLIDATION - Focus will be back on achieving GOALS.
• 2013 signifies the beginning of the second half of the Period of 8.  Therefore young people will continue to exert strong influence (good or bad)  in the world.
• In 2013, Intelligence, Mental Capability, and Creativity will also overcome the raw use of Power.  Intellectual pursuits will be auspicious.
• 2013 also signifies the presence of the Powerful Mentor Star - this suggests that those in positions of authority will tend to be kinder and more tolerant towards subordinates.  It will be a good time to seek the help of Mentors.  It also signifies the continuity of RECOVERY and ADVANCEMENT of the worlds' economies. (More after the jump!)

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I'm Spicy and I Know It

Turmeric powder in capsules.

2013, the Year of the Water Snake will start on February 10, 2013.  According to Feng Shui experts Lillian Too and Jennifer Too, Earth born Horses (1978) will have tremendous Wealth Luck helped by two Big Auspicious Stars this year!  The downside is a lack of VITALITY and PERSONAL POWER luck.  Therefore it is recommended that horses show their RESILIENCY and that NEVER-GIVE-UP Attitude for this year.    

Related to vitality is the horse's health.  It is important that horses' take care of their health.  Surrounding yourselves with GREEN will improve your luck as well.  As for your personal power, wearing gold and using wind chimes will do you good.  (More after the jump!)

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Ayala Triangle Christmas Lights and Sound Show Video 2012

Ayala Triangle Lights, Laser, and Sound Show 2012 features colorful and moving Orbs.

The Ayala Triangle Gardens' Laser and Lights Show has become an attraction worth anticipating every Christmas season.  Last year, Ayala Triangle used inflatable stars in different colors as highlights.  This year, they used moving orbs as theme.  

The show is definitely worth visiting.  It's great for the whole family.  Kids would surely love the experience.  Not only are the movements and the lights in sync with the music, the show also uses fog machines and laser lights!  Best of all, it's for FREE!  

The show runs for about 7 minutes with a few minutes after allotted for everyone's favorite activity - picture taking!  It'll run from November 16 - December 30, 2012 every 30 minutes from 6:00 to 9:00 pm.  

For all my friends who can't visit the place this Christmas season, here's the 9:00pm show showcasing Filipino Christmas Songs!  

Ayala Triangle Gardens Lights and Sound Show Video 2012

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Win a 5D/4N Trip to Maldives for 2 - Deal Grocer

By far, the best giveaway there is to win! 

Deal Grocer is offering everyone a chance to win a 5D/4N All expense paid trip to Maldives for 2.  Sign up with Deal Grocer now to get YOUR chance to go to MALDIVES for FREE!

Sign up with Deal Grocer here.

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Philippine Passport Renewat at DFA Davao (Mindanao)

Your passport to the World - DFA Mindanao Campaign

 After my epic trip to JinShanLing Great Wall, I realized that my Philippine Passport was about to expire.  Bear in mind that the immigration offices abroad will not allow you to enter their country if your passport is about to expire in 6 months.  Philippine immigration officers also check this and you won't be allowed to leave the country as well - this is for your own convenience.  That's why it's important to check when your passport expires and it's important to renew it ahead of time so you are ready to travel anytime.  Planning ahead will save you some money as well.

I was extremely happy to know that The Department of Foreign Affairs Mindanao has moved out from it's old office in Jacinto st., and has now moved in SM City Ecoland.  The whole 3rd floor of SM City Davao which used to house the different telecom and electronic shops is now the new office of DFA Mindanao.  It's a big improvement from their old office aesthetic-wise.

How to Renew Your Philippine Passport in DFA Mindanao

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