Aussie universities visit Manila

•May 11, 2012 • Leave a Comment

IDP Philippines is the organizer of the event and also giving away an Apple ipad 2, ipod nano and ipod shuffle. Just simply, visit its Facebook fanpage - www.facebook.com/idpphilippines for the mechanics of the raffle promo. You can also click the image above for details.

Never ending and unconditional love of Christ

•April 5, 2012 • Leave a Comment

For God loved the world in this way: He gave His One and Only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send His Son into the world that He might condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.

Blog My Town 301: It’s more fun visiting museums in the Philippines

•April 2, 2012 • Leave a Comment

THIS IS MY SECOND TIME to explore BenCab Museum in Baguio City.  There is no reason not to visit this place while staying in the summer capital of the Philippines. With low-bat digital camera, I used my Samsung mobile to capture the things inside the museum on my first visit. However, unlucky I was, I lost my mobile on my birthday last December, and almost  the images of the museum were gone (for good!). Whoever got my mobile, hope he/she will be inspired to visit the museum.

THIS SECOND TIME around, with all the back-ups – having 2 cameras, including my Blackberry playbook, I did enjoy very much exploring the priceless collection of Ben Cabrera – from wooden carvings to landscaping! And of course, I was able to met the artist himself in person…

The museum houses the permanent collection of Philippine National Artist Benedicto Cabrera (aka BenCab) within the three-level beautifully laid-out building. It also features some of the Filipino masters and rising contemporary artists. There are eight galleries showcasing the artist’s own works from 60s to 80s, the artist’s collection of tribal artifacts and indigenous crafts of the Igorots, the artist’s personal collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture, and many more!

One of the highlights of the museum is the “farm and garden” area located below the museum which showcase organic farm produce and the typical indigenous architecture of the Ifugao, Kalinga and Bontoc.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Opens every Tuesdays to Sundays – 9AM to 6PM, except Mondays, 25 Dec and 1 Jan; Admission is PhP100.00 (US$2.5 or BritishSterling - 1.75); with special rates for students and senior citizens, included guided tours. The museum is a 15-minute car drive from city centre of Baguio located at Km.6 Asin Road, Tadiangan, Tuba. Tel Nos: +63 74) 442 7165, email:bencabartfoundation@gmail.com; www.bencabmuseum.org or click the image above to be directed to its website.

A rare opportunity to meet the artist himself. He told me that his two paintings missing last year were not found until now.

Blog My Town 201: It’s more fun in the islands of the Philippines

•March 9, 2012 • Leave a Comment

LAST WEEKEND TOGETHER WITH MY OFFICEMATES, we had a wonderful time in one of the islets in the north part of Luzon. A former American naval base, Subic Bay has something to offer for those who love nature and this is because of Grande Island. From banana boating to trekking, and from birdwatching to historical walk tour, the island will always bring excitement and surprises for everyone.

The Grande Island

GRANDE ISLAND IS not only for group tours, but it is also ideal for honeymooners and family get-together. The accommodation has the amenities to enjoy – a free wifi connection, hot/cold shower and free-flowing coffee and especially for those units fronting the beach area facing the bay.

This is a series post showcasing beautiful places in the Philippines… CLICK HERE.

Welcome to my eWorld…

•March 1, 2012 • 21 Comments

Hello to my eWorld!

Well, this is not my first created blog but whatever journals written here will complement with my existing blogs powered by other free websites. Basically, this site will serve as the mother portal of all my personal accounts for easy management – updating, uploading and sharing.

My existing sites feature my interest in photography, travel, reading and writing or something worth solo.jpgexploring. In relation to photograhy, I included some of the images taken during my travels or just simply interesting places that capture my eyes through my digital camera.

In terms of moving around the globe, I joined several travel sites to share my experiences and provide assistance to other travellers making their future trips memorable and enjoyable, and be able to explore stunning places around the world. I also included my interest in writing reviews with my membership to ciao and dooyoo. Finally, my other accounts from free websites.

For quick links of these pages, just click the subheadings listed or the thumbnails images below:

My World : This section simply focuses on my fascination of Mother Earth – how we could protect and conserve its natural beauty for future generations. This also covers my academic world as an engineer, planner, manager and or an ordinary human being (social and spiritual being).

Travel Blog: Provides a list of my travel journals with images

Trivago: A travel site which I am getting extra income for posting of images, reviews and other travel info

Consumer site: Highlights my membership with dooyoo and ciao where I post reviews of products and services, anything that I want to share with the rest of the consumers worldwide

Atbp: Provides a space for my personal interests and hobbies, something worth exploring

Hope you enjoy reading my blog and please come again and I am happy to receive your comments. Again, click the photo thumbnails below for direct links to the rest of my blog pages. Best REYgards!

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I am also featuring some of my favourite films, musicals and other events…  Im a film and musical fanatic, and Im sure you will be excited to find out more of these fascinating productions. Well, I have dedicated blog links on these categories to explore and be my guest.

 

Heroes is an awesome TV series and I do watch it regularly. I have the complete season’s DVD copies (1-3 series), including magazines relating to this phenominal production. I love the characters, including the actors/actresses that portrayed their roles! Watch out for the 5th season to be premiered on 21 September 2010!
Im enjoying watching the first season of the newest US tv series, GLEE. The arrangements of the songs are brilliant. For the second offering, Im quite curious on what this TV series will offer to the viewers worldwide especially that our very own Filipino sensational young singer, CHARICE PEMPENGCO will be one of the new casts in the sitcom as an (international) Filipino exchange student. September 21, 2010 is the premiere date of Season 2…

Newsbits and Updates

•February 29, 2012 • 21 Comments

 

 
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Another year passed and every one is busy thinking of what will be their fate this 2012, the year of water dragon. I have so much to think about but for sure the new year will bring more challenges especially at work.  But at the end, Im very optimistic that these challenges will not hinder me to excel in my profession and achieve my ultimate goal - fulfilled and happy! 
 
As an Archer, I’m destined to explore more places both locally and abroad and thru the lens of my camera(s), I will be able to share these places here in my blogsite. Lastly, may this year will bring HOPE to everyone, especially for  those who are affected by natural calamities around the world. God Bless Us All…

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Scholarships to study in Australia

•February 21, 2012 • Leave a Comment

TEN YEARS AGO, I HAD THE OPPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE A 2-YEAR study grant from AusAID.  I took a two-year postgrad research program (Master of Philosophy) at the University of Queensland (UQ), Brisbane. It was a rewarding experience to study fulltime on a research related to industrial waste management.  My thesis is entitled: Infrastructure siting development for land surface disposal of toxic and hazardous wastes in the Philippines.

AusAID is a regular donor agency to the Philippines that offers scholarships through ADS (Australian Development Scholarships) to Filipinos who are potential to bring development in the country through their research projects.

Currently, AusAID invites Filipino applicants for the 2013 intake for Masters and PhD levels in Australia. Part of the requirements is that all grantees have to return to the country after they have completed their degrees and work for at least two years. To be eligible, aspiring candidates must have at least two years of working experience.  If the applicant is a government employee, he/she must secure a full support from his/her organization by having a signed agreement for continuing employment for at least two years upon completion of the study. Another condition for successful applicants prior to departure to Australia is to have a re-entry action plans (REAPS) and implement these proposed plans upon return to the workplace.

Priorities for the study areas include the following: climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction and management, peace and development, social protection/welfare, trade, public financial management, basic education,  foreign relations, and pandemics.

 To apply, visit the link: www.pahrodf.org.ph

Deadline for the application is set on 30 April 2012. Application forms can be retrieved from the website or from the following offices:

PAHRODF – 3/F JMT Building, ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, 1605

PAHRODF – 6/F Landco Building, JP Laurel Avenue, Bajda, Davao City

Additional information for the said grants is available at: www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/eligiblecountries.cfm