Aurora's Finest: The Alluring Baler

BALER, AURORA - I guess the province of Aurora is indeed a seductive one. This is the second time I get to visit the province (first one being Dingalan, Aurora) and first time stepping foot in Baler, which is way more famous than Dingalan. 

Diguisit Beach Baler, Aurora 2023

The long zigzag road of Mount Aurora makes you dizzy more than Baguio does. I should know since I've been a frequent visitor of Baguio for several years. Yet, this long winding road paired with great skilled driving of the bus driver of JoyBus Premiere, makes it more interesting though. We came in a time where its rainy season and I say that it's been burdensome. 

Southwoods Mall: The Latest Mall Experience In The South

I thought of blogging this one as I recently dropped by Southwoods Mall's month-long grand opening celebration. It was fun and exciting as they present tons of surprises throughout the whole month of October of 2017!

Photo grabbed from (c) Megaworld

Dingalan Aurora Escapade: Batanes Of The East

We always knew that whenever we hear the province of Aurora, we automatically remember its famous surf spot, Baler. Last April 23, we get the chance to venture one of Aurora's unexplored wonders, Dingalan -- which was now termed as "Batanes of the East".

Breathtaking view of Dingalan's Batanes Scene

Discover Paradise: Caramoan Islands

Heya, readers! I want to apologize for having to publish this adventure soooo late! I've been doing some stuffs personally which deals with my future, so I wasn't able to update this blogsite. 

Jumping right off the bat, I'm going to share our adventure in the beautiful Caramoan islands!

Manlawi Sandbar during low tide

Discover Paradise: Balite Falls Amadeo Cavite

Planning to go on a nature trip near Manila? Here's one of the ideas you were looking for! Just a few hours drive away from Manila, you might want to visit this hidden gem situated in the town of Amadeo in Cavite.

(c) KC Mangubat

Visiting Kamay Ni Hesus

It was a spontaneous trip, nonetheless. But it's something worth while, because visiting the Quezon Province is not something me and my family do most of the time. I've personally been to Lucban once since 2000's. 

Kamay Ni Hesus - Lucban, Quezon

Taking A Stand Against Cyberbullying

(c) Owner

Cyberbullying is one of the most disgusting things I hate about the internet. I strongly condemn this act and being part of the digital world (both professionally and personally), I've never used the internet to smite down one's character to the point of virally shaming him/her.

The Road To I DO

Pre-nuptial shoot for the lovely couple Drew & Lei.

#RoadToIDo is at July 30, 2016.

Congratulations to you both! <3

Location: San Pedro, Laguna
Couple: Andrew Intia & Leah Panganiban
HMUA: Ben10

Photography: Dan Molde / Blightfire's Nook

Conquering Evia City Daang Hari

It took me a few months before posting again. I guess I was too busy trying to reflect on some things. After careful planning and considerations, I finally came to terms with one of my bucketlist rides --  Daang Hari.

Taking a break: Fernbrook Garden

Cycling Diary: Crossing Carmona River

A typical day to do some early morning ride and exercise. We decided to push through one route that'll lead us directly (shortcut) to Nuvali.

BUT

With some extremes using our beloved rides. And we did.

THUG LIFE

Solo Ride to Marcos Mansion

I decided to fulfill one of my solo dream rides -- which would lead me to the well-famed and hidden Marcos Mansion in Canlubang, Laguna. It was a solo trip and would take me at least a half day's ride to and from the Mansion.

My Ride X Marcos Twin Mansions

Cycling X Paragliding

As I returned to cycling, I want to share one ride that made me aware of a place not known to most of us. A place where we can ride a trail and stop by to watch people doing Paragliding.

An amazing view of Carmona, Cavite (Photo c/o Blightfire Instagram account)

En Route To Singapore Part I

"The self-imposed travel ban for me this 2015 to focus on myself." did not happen.

The Merlion is the national personification of Singapore. (wikipedia)

Bato Springs: Summer Heat On Cold Waters

It was never planned, really. We happen to visit the city of San Pablo in Laguna only to personally deliver the wedding invitations prepared by now couple.

Sink and Swim

Photo Combination + Slight Effects

Sharing my output by combining two photos with slight photo manipulations.

Output:

###

Le pré-nuptial Photoshoot

Another wedding announcement has been made, and here I am- going through conceptualizations and further camera angle research.

The Couple