July 2011 – Page 2 – Creative Meanderings

The Philippines: Boracay Day 7

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Jul 212011

Our days seem to focus mostly on being pool-side and then a venture down to the D’Mall. I need to remember to take a better picture of the D’Mall area, but anyway, yesterday wasn’t really too exciting. I got up reasonably early for breakfast and then did some work until my computer battery died by the pool.

Breakfast at Alta Vista Boracay20-Jul-2011 18:22, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 125

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However, one interesting aspect to note about Boracay so far is the number of Asian tourists. There seem to be Koreans and Chinese everywhere. Our hotel is no exception. I like to call it the “Asian Invasion”…like flies, they are everywhere…

Asian invasion!!!20-Jul-2011 18:42, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.9, 14.0mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 80

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20-Jul-2011 18:42, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 4.4, 6.07mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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In the evening, we made it down to drop off our laundry and have some happy hour drinks and grub!

Mmmmojitos!!!20-Jul-2011 05:17, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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I would say these posts should be more interesting, but the reality is that vacation is suppose to be somewhat uninteresting, right? I am doing my blogging and some work here and there, though, so I can envision a life like this very easily! 😀

More to come…

-T

The Philippines: Boracay Days 5 & 6

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Jul 202011

Day 5

A day of recovery from the crazy White Russians was required. So, it was mostly a pool day. We did manage to go down to D’Mall for some pizza dinner and we explored the beachfront a bit more. However, that was about all the excitement for the day. 😀

Poolside18-Jul-2011 23:57, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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Oh, we did see this bunny near our hotel room…crazy wildlife of Boracay?

Wildlife?19-Jul-2011 03:24, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.5, 12.26mm, 0.067 sec, ISO 1600

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19-Jul-2011 03:24, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.5, 12.26mm, 0.067 sec, ISO 1600

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Day 6

We did get a bit more adventurous and after a leisurely morning and swim, we headed down to the White Beach area. First, we attempted to get some food, which resulted in a rather strange tasting of a version of Pho – Pho is better.

Batchoy…interesting version of Pho19-Jul-2011 23:24, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.04 sec, ISO 800

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Then, we chilled on the beach watching the kitesurfers and sail boats (catamarans?) fly by the beachline. After that it was time for some more R&R with sangrias, tapas and paella. Another good day! 🙂

White Beach – Boracay19-Jul-2011 23:39, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:39, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:40, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:40, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:41, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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19-Jul-2011 23:41, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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19-Jul-2011 23:42, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:43, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 14.0, 7.73mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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Being a goof19-Jul-2011 23:43, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.5, 12.26mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:43, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.5, 12.26mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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😀 White Beach – Boracay19-Jul-2011 23:43, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.3, 10.73mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:44, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.3, 10.73mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:46, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:46, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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19-Jul-2011 23:46, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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19-Jul-2011 23:47, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:47, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 11.0, 5.0mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 80

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19-Jul-2011 23:47, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 5.5, 21.22mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 80

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The Philippines: Manila – Boracay Days 3 & 4

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Jul 182011

Day 3

On Saturday, R and I just relaxed and hung out in the Makati area without venturing too far out. We didn’t really do anything of interest and thus didn’t take many photos, but it was a good day to relax and to save up energy. Little did we know what the next day would bring….

Live Dance Party competition in The Landmark mall

Live Dance Party competition in The Landmark mall

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Dessert at Mary Grace – Cheesecake and Black Velvet Cak – YUM!

Dessert at Mary Grace – Cheesecake and Black Velvet Cak – YUM!16-Jul-2011 04:50, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.25 sec, ISO 400

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Sweet – but I prefer the Bilyeu version…. 😀

Sweet – but I prefer the Bilyeu version…. 😀16-Jul-2011 04:51, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.4 sec, ISO 400

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Contemplating the size of his ice latte

Contemplating the size of his ice latte16-Jul-2011 04:54, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.4 sec, ISO 400

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Day 4

The day started off reasonably easily as we headed to the airport to catch our flights to Boracay. I was scheduled on a different flight than R, but we had a plan. Then, the best laid plans…. first we thought that the correct terminal was 2 since my printed ticket said so – turns out that was wrong. Who knew that the terminals were so far apart from each other? We had to take another taxi to Terminal 3, which was ten minutes away…lesson learned.

Thankfully, this was the correct terminal. I went to check-in and discovered that I am only allotted 20kg total for luggage regardless of how many pieces I had, so I had to pay an extra 73USD for my extra kilos since there is nothing to be done with the luggage that I have. Once that was sorted, I went to find R who had gone to the ticket counter to pick up his ticket. He was discussing with an agent about the fact that most of the afternoon flights had been cancelled and his flight may be re-routed to another airport, which complicated our plans. So, he check with another airline (Cebu Pacific) and was able to catch a flight with them. So, our plans were revised and I headed off to my gate.

The plane that takes you from Manila to Caticlan is a smaller one and definitely requires some calming of the mind to be comfortable with the reality of it all.

A propeller jet plane into Caticlan airport – made for an interesting ride…

A propeller jet plane into Caticlan airport – made for an interesting ride…16-Jul-2011 23:43, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 6.6, 6.3mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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Once in Caticlan, there is a tricycle, ferry and another tricycle rides in store before arriving at the final destination quite a few pesos lighter. Thankfully the weather was beautiful and we were together to be able to laugh through it all.

Our hotel, Alta Vista de Boracay, is a nice getaway from the busyness of the White Beach area. There is an hourly shuttle bus takes guests to the D’Mall, which is just an outdoor shopping area between the main road and the beach. We headed there for dinner after our pre-dinner White Russians. The rest of our first night is a bit of a blur after that…. ;D

More to come…

-T

Here are some pics:

A one-room airport

A one-room airport16-Jul-2011 23:43, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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First tricycle ride to the ferry port

First tricycle ride to the ferry port17-Jul-2011 00:44, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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The ferry port – a little chaotic in this area

The ferry port – a little chaotic in this area17-Jul-2011 00:52, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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Our precarious walk to the ferries

Our precarious walk to the ferries17-Jul-2011 00:58, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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Porters are necessary!

Porters are necessary!17-Jul-2011 00:58, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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17-Jul-2011 01:02, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.008 sec, ISO 100

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17-Jul-2011 01:02, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.6, 9.4mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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17-Jul-2011 01:03, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 18.9mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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The ferries are uniquely designed…

The ferries are uniquely designed…17-Jul-2011 01:03, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 18.9mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 100

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17-Jul-2011 01:06, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 37.8mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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17-Jul-2011 01:07, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 125

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Trike ride from port to our hotel on Boracay island

Trike ride from port to our hotel on Boracay island

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17-Jul-2011 01:50, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 52.9mm, 0.013 sec, ISO 200

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The infinity pool of Alta Vista Boracay hotel

The infinity pool of Alta Vista Boracay hotel18-Jul-2011 03:11, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 640

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Night 1 – White Russians!

Night 1 – White Russians!18-Jul-2011 03:14, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.04 sec, ISO 800

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Budget Mart – drop off point in D’Mall

Budget Mart – drop off point in D'Mall18-Jul-2011 06:37, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.04 sec, ISO 800

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D’Mall area

D'Mall area18-Jul-2011 06:37, OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. TG-610 , 3.9, 5.0mm, 0.067 sec, ISO 800

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The Philippines: Manila Day 2

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Jul 162011

After a brief rest in the morning, I had originally planned to just do some exploring of the immediate area of Makati. However, when I requested a map from the front desk asking how to get to different parts of town, they suggested that I do a three-hour tour where I could see the highlights of Manila for about 56USD. So, I thought it was probably a better idea to spend the money than to try traipsing around on my own in the very warm and humid temps of a seemingly harmless yet busy large city.

Here are the pics:

Delta Economy Comfort meal…not so tasty

Delta Economy Comfort meal…not so tasty13-Jul-2011 15:43, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.625 sec, ISO 400

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Delta Economy Comfort seats on Delta flight from PDX to NRT – not bad

Delta Economy Comfort seats on Delta flight from PDX to NRT – not bad13-Jul-2011 15:56, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 1 sec, ISO 640

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Sunset reflection in window and rising moon in the sky as I waited to take off from NRT to MNL

Sunset reflection in window and rising moon in the sky as I waited to take off from NRT to MNL14-Jul-2011 03:05, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 18.9mm, 0.025 sec, ISO 200

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Welcome to Manila traffic!

Welcome to Manila traffic!14-Jul-2011 20:22, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 6.6, 6.3mm, 0.006 sec, ISO 100

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Rizal Park – monument in honor of killed president

Rizal Park – monument in honor of killed president14-Jul-2011 20:26, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.001 sec, ISO 100

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Fire station

Fire station14-Jul-2011 20:36, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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This is located in Intramuros

This is located in Intramuros14-Jul-2011 20:38, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.8, 12.6mm, 0.01 sec, ISO 100

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Used to be old prison cells in Fort Santiago

Used to be old prison cells in Fort Santiago14-Jul-2011 20:42, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.04 sec, ISO 200

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Now they serve as stores/galleries

Now they serve as stores/galleries14-Jul-2011 20:42, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.05 sec, ISO 200

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Lovely garden in the middle of the fort

Lovely garden in the middle of the fort14-Jul-2011 20:42, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.7, 11.0mm, 0.013 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:43, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:43, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.025 sec, ISO 100

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Original gate edifice

Original gate edifice14-Jul-2011 20:45, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.013 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:45, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:46, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.005 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:46, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.013 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:46, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 160

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14-Jul-2011 20:48, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.005 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:49, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.02 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:49, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.05 sec, ISO 200

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14-Jul-2011 20:50, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 160

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Pasay River – slums to the left

Pasay River – slums to the left14-Jul-2011 20:53, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.7, 11.0mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:53, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 20:53, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.005 sec, ISO 100

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Cathedral

Cathedral14-Jul-2011 20:59, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 4.2, 18.9mm, 0.008 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:06, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 125

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14-Jul-2011 21:06, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.005 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:07, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.8, 12.6mm, 0.006 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:07, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.01 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:08, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.25 sec, ISO 400

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14-Jul-2011 21:08, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.5 sec, ISO 400

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14-Jul-2011 21:09, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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San Augustin Cathedral – World Heritage Site as the oldest wooden cathedral still standing

San Augustin Cathedral – World Heritage Site as the oldest wooden cathedral still standing14-Jul-2011 21:13, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:13, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:13, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.003 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:16, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.01 sec, ISO 100

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Monastery with underground tunnel to the nunnery across the street to the left of the pic. ;P

Monastery with underground tunnel to the nunnery across the street to the left of the pic. ;P14-Jul-2011 21:16, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.005 sec, ISO 100

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Another cathedral

Another cathedral14-Jul-2011 21:29, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.04 sec, ISO 200

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Entering Chinatown with the trikes

Entering Chinatown with the trikes14-Jul-2011 21:29, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.6, 9.4mm, 0.013 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:37, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.8, 12.6mm, 0.004 sec, ISO 100

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Jeepneys, trikes, bikes, cars = crazy driving in Manila

Jeepneys, trikes, bikes, cars = crazy driving in Manila14-Jul-2011 21:37, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:37, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.025 sec, ISO 100

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Fountain at roundabout – notice nutty pedestrians just walking through traffic (this is how you cross streets…)

Fountain at roundabout – notice nutty pedestrians just walking through traffic (this is how you cross streets…)14-Jul-2011 21:37, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:40, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.008 sec, ISO 100

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Famous people have stayed at the Manila Hotel

Famous people have stayed at the Manila Hotel14-Jul-2011 21:47, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.033 sec, ISO 100

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Bay walk stretch overlooking Manila Bay

Bay walk stretch overlooking Manila Bay14-Jul-2011 21:53, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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14-Jul-2011 21:54, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.4, 7.9mm, 0.002 sec, ISO 100

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Good name for a pet store? hm…

Good name for a pet store? hm…15-Jul-2011 06:33, NIKON COOLPIX S51, 3.3, 6.3mm, 0.2 sec, ISO 400

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The first area we went to was the Rizal Park just outside of Intramuros. I didn’t feel like walking around the park much as it was quite warm, but it looked pretty and serves as a constant reminder of President Rizal who was held captive and killed – don’t ask me the detailed history, because I lost interest quickly…. 🙁 Anyway, Intramuros is the old Manila and is walled in. The sea used to go up to the walls of the city and Manila stood within, but a lot of land reclamation and spreading of the city has made it what it is today.

In Intramuros, we stopped at Fort Santiago which was heavily damaged by the Japanese in World War II and also the place where President Rizal was kept captive. From there, the Manila Cathedral stands close by, which was lovely inside. We drove a bit more within the city walls and then headed out towards Chinatown since I wanted to have a looksy.

It is quite amazing to me that anywhere you go in the world, all Chinatowns can look the same and they all look like Hong Kong, China (as I can’t say anything about mainland). So, we drove through and saw the stores, wares, etc.

The really amazing part of the whole trip was the traffic and crazy driving methods. Being mostly used to driving in Abu Dhabi, I wasn’t nearly as phased as I might have been otherwise, but it was still a crazy experience. The driver offered a tour for the next day to see the volcano and falls which are famous around here, but the thought of about 5 hours in the car facing any kind of traffic just doesn’t seem appealing….

The best news of the day was that R was meeting up sooner than we had planned. So, he got in evening-ish and then we went out for dinner and caught up. 😀

More to come…

-T

The Philippines: Manila Day 1

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Jul 152011

I arrived last night in Manila and am staying in the Makati area of town. Since I arrived late, I do not yet have an pics to share, but my first impressions are as follows:

*People are quite friendly, though not necessarily helpful

*Crossing the street seems to be an act of taking your life into your hands or pure craziness – I haven’t yet attempted outside, but will soon and can report on the reality of this later

*Women somehow manage to wear tight jeans and not seem to sweat…

*Flip-flops are the national footwear!

*It is definitely a large city

So, I am about to go out and explore a bit to see just what this place is all about…photos to come!

Until next time,

-T

Third Culture Asian

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Jul 132011

I am trying to continue to catch up on posts in my ‘draft’ box that I set aside to write on later while mixing in posts about my current life adventures. So, forgive me if I seem a little more random than usual.

A while ago, I was catching up on the blogs/websites that I try to follow and came across this 8Asians article on Third Culture Asian-Americans. It was a perfect read for me as I often struggle with identity issues of not being really Asian in culture or life philosophy, but not being completely white as I have very little control over my outward appearance.

Also, it is often difficult to try to explain why I don’t like to be considered Asian-American or even refer any part of my Asian-ness aside from how I look because I have no other connection to being “Asian”. I grew up white. I have white values, white way of thinking and doing, white preferences for food and styles. Of course, this is stereotyping and boxing in the other direction, but I would be much more comfortable if people did that to me than what occurs.

In truth, the curiosity of others should not be offensive, but rather I should look at it as an opportunity to share a different point of view, to open eyes, to give a momentary experience that is unique – because my life experiences are unique. However, not being a true-people person and all that makes it hard to stay on the positive side of the scale….

Anyway, I liked this article.

I also began to think about the option of someday retiring or at least looking for property in Hawai’i somewhere. It is where I was most relaxed about my identity – most people thought I was Hawai’ian and didn’t think to ask me “Where are you from?”, but instead treated me like a ‘normal’ person. So, I am looking at options/opportunities and considering what can be done!

So, read the article, comment if you like and I will keep on a’posting!

Until next time,

-T

Major BFF time!

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Jul 122011

It has been too long since I last saw my BFF and so when I found out that my flight allowed for a layover in Japan and then we could head to Oregon together, there was no question about what I would do.

The past few weeks have been filled with fun!

Time in Japan:

Seattle Road Trip:

Happy hour was a must and major pampering at Gene Juarez!

On the way home, we revisited a Korean restaurant (Shilla) that we had gone to when we were just in college.

Shopping:

So much fun! Let’s hope it isn’t as long until next time. ♥

😀

Snoop Dogg

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Jul 112011

As Abu Dhabi continues to try to build its rapport as a cultural and art center in the UAE and the world, they are bringing in more and more big name artists of varied genres.

On May 6, 2011, I dragged my AD buddy to see Snoop Dogg at the Yas Arena. It was an experience to say the least. I think the pictures and videos can say it better than I can.

I am not sure that I will pay for another concert anytime soon unless it is indoors or a really good show to be seen. Still, one can never balk at having a new experience, right?

More to come…

-T

_10th Anniversary_

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Jul 102011

10th Anniversary by James Patterson

_10th Anniversary_ by James Patterson

Vacation traveling means that I read easy-no-brainer books so that I can fall asleep or at least make the time pass quickly while waiting at an airport or on the plane (if I am not asleep by the time the plane takes off!).

So, as I embarked on my summer adventures, I also started the most recent of the Women’s Murder Club series books by Patterson. I had nearly forgotten what was going on with the characters in the 9th Judgement since it has been nearly a year between readings. However, I quickly got caught up again and found that I was more engaged in all of their lives than I had been before. There seems to be a sense of finality in this novel with everyone settling down with someone and having that happily-ever-after family is love fairy tale mushy ending. It is possible that there could be more coming, but I sense that perhaps this storyline is or will-be put to rest shortly.

As always, I do not want to ruin the ending for people by telling what happens in the story. So, I will simply say that if this is indeed the last one of the series, it ends appropriately and entertains as it should for a quick and easy read.

More to come…,

-T

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