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Asia » Philippines » Sorsogon » Bicol January 10th 2006

HELLLLOOOO MY LADIES!!! (And my muma whom I've been emailing seperately due to time constraints) I'm so sorry I haven't been able to keep up with a travel blog like I said I would and wanted! The internet is really hard to come by, I really thought I'd have more chances!! Anyways... We arrived safely in Manila on Jan 1st, late in the evening! We're more than half a day ahead of you guys, and I still havent gotten used to the time or what day it is, but nobody cares here anyways, so neither do I! 2 days after we got here, we left for Cebu, and AMAZING island that was so beautful! we stayed in the Shangri-la Hotel, I was pampered like crazy and got my very first manicure! The beaches were AMAZING, I'll ... read more

Bicol Trip

Asia » Philippines » Sorsogon » Bicol May 2nd 2005

Whaleshark interacting

peachroad

I just had a recent trip to Donsol, Sorsogon. Donsol used to be a rustic and sleepy town in the Bicol region. However, during the year of 1997, news regarding the existence of whalesharks (locally known as Butanding) in its waters, entailed the boom of tourists and whaleshark enthusiasts in this area. Another must-do in this town is the firefly watching at night. It's similar to the Kuala Selangor Firefly Tour in Malaysia. Here you get to experience to paddle on a serene lake, while an abundance of mangroves lined up on each side. You can hire a small banca (a makeshift boat, don't worry it is safe) or a small motorboat but i suggest that you take a banca so that you can truly experience a tranquil and romantic boat ride. Best to go on ... read more

Brief history of Philippines

The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta...more history

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