Photo taken at Hyde Park, London, UK.
We communicate to God through prayers (sometimes they become solicitation of favor/s) but one way of giving back what is due Him and appreciating of what He did for us is to appreciate nature. To stop for a moment in a day to see, to feel, to smell the wondrous thousands of colors a day could evoke, from sunrise to sunset. I dare say, God will feel really appreciated for that.
You
would be forgiven for thinking that the phenomena of the last minute
holiday bargain are only to be found in the world of sun-drenched
seaside getaways but you would be mistaken and it is time you knew the
truth. Yes indeed, you can pick up some eye-watering discounts on quite
superb family holidays that will take you and your party from one
amazing destination to another day after day. And you can see it all
from the comfort of your sun-lounger or as you gaze out from the side of
what is always likely to be a quite magnificent vessel.
These days in fact, last minute cruises
are an increasingly common feature of the holidaymaking picture, with
families, individuals and groups of friends all taking a chance to see
the world in style and at seriously discounted prices. As we know by
now, booking last minute can mean making significant savings but if
you're considering the option you would do well to be flexible about the
kind of trip you take and the places you line up to visit. But being
flexible on these points can work out beautifully in a way because you
are relieved of the tough choices most cruise holidaymakers must make
and it all adds to a sense of genuine adventure.
You
might be surprised about the scale of discounts that even the most
reputable holiday companies are ready to offer on quality cruise holidays
as the relevant departure date approaches. Clearly, it is in no one's
interest for rooms aboard the great sea-going entertainment and
relaxation paradises that now cruise the oceans to be going unused at
any point and the savviest among us have been quick to take advantage.
In fact, a little homework and decisive action could soon see you and
yours setting off on a truly amazing journey and perhaps even the
holiday of a lifetime.
The plan was to take photos of San Pablo City's seven lakes from the plane. So, with fingers crossed that I could get some clear view of Laguna Province I held on to my camera waiting for the opportunity.
It seemed though that the clouds could won over so I just took some shots. And lo! a glimpse of the lakes suddenly came into view. I took several shots but the plane was too fast for me to get some good shots without the plane's wings. Here is the only shot that did not include the unwanted plane wings...
Florence is considered as one of the most
important cities of Europe. The city is the birthplace of the opera, the
Italian renaissance and also the neo-classical architecture. Florence was also
a major cultural and political hotbed in its time and this makes it one of the
must-visit places for anyone visiting Italy. Below is a brief visitor’s guide to
Florence.
I took a chance to explore Quezon Memorial Circle on my first weekend of my study-training. We had rainy days previous to that weekend and it was just such a relief when Saturday promised to be a sunny day. While my roommates were busy lounging inside our hotel room, I explored the circle where the former Philippine president Manuel L. Quezon and his wife are buried.
I got off at the Philcoa Building and walked through the underpass to get to the circle's gate. The park was clean, green and spacious. Families were walking around and there were some brave souls who jogged under the scorching sun. Security guards were seen around patrolling the area and to my surprise, the park has a lot of interesting nooks for people from all walks of life to enjoy in.
Sometime ago, I read through a bloggers’ horrific experience with one of the budget airlines in the country. She may have had fun with her Boracay vacation with her friends, even raved about their Boracay hotel but her experience with the budget airlines was the extreme opposite of her pleasant experience at the island-paradise.
They were bumped off the overbooked flights and worried that they might not make it on time to report for work on the next day, they begged to be accommodated. However, they were not the only ones begging to get accommodated. What also exacerbated their situation was that the ground crew were aloof, arrogant and unresponsive to their plight. At the end of her post, she promised that she and her friends might pursue a legal case against the budget airline.
This nightmarish experience is not uncommon among budget airlines. Trying to recover the revenues lost from their promos, overbooking the flight somehow helps but the travelers unwittingly suffer because of this.
Fortunately, the country’s aviation regulator is banning the overbooking of flights effective June 15. I hope this will prosper, for the sake of the travelers.
At
just a few miles south of Marble Arch, Battersea Park has to be one of
London’s best kept secrets. Its inner-city location belies the stunning
beauty of this vast park, and if you’re in London then it can provide
fantastic respite from the busy capital.
Whether you’re in the city for business or pleasure, why not find a cheap hotel near Battersea Park and enjoy a stroll around this great green space after a hectic day of work or sightseeing?
This park is so vast and varied that you won’t want to miss a thing. Here’s what you need to tick off your must do list:
The Old English Garden
This
garden is a wonderfully calm and peaceful place to sit after a
stressful day. Relax on a bench surrounded by trees and flowers, while
the trickling water of the pond fountain takes you away from the strain
of the day.
Get On Your Bike
You can hire a bicycle from the London Recumbents in the park, and take the air and some exercise in a most pleasant way. It certainly beats the gym.
Have an Adventure in the Playground
Those
who are in London with the kids should give them respite from the
overwhelming sights and sounds of the city, and let them run off some
steam in the playgrounds at Battersea Park.
An
amazing adventure playground awaits older adventurers, as well as a
well-equipped junior and toddler playgrounds. There’s fun to be had here
for all ages.
Enjoy Sports
Many budget London hotels don’t have fitness facilities, so why not head to the Millennium Arena at Battersea Park
instead? This fantastic sports facility, located in the park, boasts a
running track, tennis courts, multi-purpose playing surfaces and a
fitness centre.
Don’t
let the beauty of Battersea Park pass you by if you’re in the capital.
It’s an amazing inner-city green space that’s just the ticket if you
need a breather from city life.
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Italy
boasts some of the world’s most beautiful natural landscapes. Vast,
twinkling lakes flanked by majestic mountains await, surrounded by
charming villages and traditional towns.
Italian lakes holidays
have so much to offer every holidaymaker, but they make a particularly
romantic break for couples. Image strolling down a lakeside promenade
hand in hand, stopping to share a gelato or a bottle of chianti, and
drink in the stunning scenery. The lakes and mountains destinations in
Italy really do offer holidays that are like a breath of fresh air.
Lake
Maggiore is a truly beautiful choice of destination in the Italian Lake
District. The second largest lake in the country, it straddles the
Italy/Switzerland border and is flanked by lush, pine clad hills.
Stresa is one of the most popular resorts on the lake, noted for some stunning examples of architecture such as the 19th
century Villa Pallivicino stately home. This beautiful lakeside resort
is located at the foot of Mount Mottarone, which offers endless
opportunity for exploration.
You
can take a cable car to the mountain’s summit, or alight half way and
make the rest of the journey on foot. While the trek may be hard work,
it’ll be more than worth it when you see the spectacular view, which
takes in seven lakes and a ring of mountains. It really is truly
breathtaking.
The
Alpinia botanical gardens are also located half way up Mount Mottarone,
so be sure to make the most of your trek up the mountain and take in
this wonderful natural attraction as you go.
For those travelling to lake and mountain destinations in Europe walking holidays
are a great idea. You can enjoy exploring the stunning surroundings
with a guided group, or set off on a pre-planned route for a romantic
walk that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
One of several cottages inside the Villa Escudero, Tiaong, Quezon. The plantation resort is about 30 minutes ride away from San Pablo City.
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Whether
you’re looking for the perfect place to spend your annual summer
holiday or you’re trying to squeeze in your fifth break of the year,
there are more than a few good reasons to spend your next escape in
Spain.
On
the mainland you’ve got prime city break territory with the likes of
fast-paced Madrid, the architectural delights of Barcelona or the chic
waterside cafes of Valencia. Then there’s the ever-popular golden Costas
which are scattered along the South and South-East coastlines - from
the lively Costa Del Sol and boisterous Costa Blanca, to the more
authentic and traditional ambience of Costa de la Luz.
Moored
just off the coastline are the glorious Balearic Islands of Ibiza,
Majorca and Menorca. If a quiet pace with some serious rest and
relaxation are on the agenda, you can’t go wrong with Menorca package holidays.
Here you’ll find pine-clad hills flanking golden sandy beaches, calm
azure shores and cloudless blue skies, perfect for leisurely strolls,
hiking and enjoying a refreshing break at any one of the low-key cafes
or restaurants dotted along the coastline.
Spain package holidays
are generally geared around the beach, but there are always plenty of
other things to see and do. Thanks to their popularity with British and
European tourists - which brings many visitors flocking back to these
sunny shores year after year - there are plenty of activities on offer
to suit every age and ability. Kids will love the numerous water parks
with their death-defying flumes, families will appreciate the boat trips
and glass-bottomed tours which gives great views of sea life, while
energetic types can get their fix by jet skiing, wind surfing or
mountain biking.
Spain
is a diverse destination with more than enough holiday experiences to
suit even the most particular of tastes, and it’s no surprise that so
many visitors choose to come back here year after year.
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Initial preparations are already underway for our planned long vacation later this year. I have been saving for it and meetings with my travel friends have been ongoing. We decided to delegate our travel tasks to make things easier. Two of us are tasked to do the research on our travel packages and accommodations. I already found some very good prospects through the information below.
I thank God for the blessings He has given me and I just feel lucky and blessed that inspite of the hardships, I could work hard and save enough to travel. I usually learn a lot from traveling especially in my travels across my country.
I have been eyeing the Visita Iglesia travel package being offered by Illuminati tours for more than two years now but could not get synchronized with my schedule. A blessing in disguise perhaps because this year's Holy Week, I not only did the Visita Iglesia in Laguna but I also took my mother and my niece along. Aside from that, we did a sidetrip to Pagsanjan Falls but that's another story.
To start off our Laguna Visita Iglesia, we visited San Geronimo Parish Church at Morong, Rizal.
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