Promoting of Philippines to local and international tourists

 

Top-tourist-destinations-Philippines. (2017, August 22). Filipinos Around. https://filipinosaround.com/top-tourist-destinations-philippines/

By having a beautiful island and crystal-clear beaches in our very own country. The Philippines has been named Asia's top beach and diving destination within World Travel Awards 2020, previously having won a title in 2013, 2016, and 2018. Its success is surprising; with 7641 islands to select from, there is indeed a beach to satisfy all vacationers, adventurers, water sports fans, and divers. Those beaches and Islands you might try to visit and see the beauty of each one of them.

Here are the some of attractions that you should visit.

Calle Crisologo. (n.d.). Flickr. https://www.flickr.com/photos/162580595@N08/47957120397

Calle Crisologo, amongst the most famous tourist destinations in Ilocos Sur and it is listed on UNESCO World Heritage site on year 1999. Historic houses and cobblestone roads wonderfully portray the Spanish colonial period. Calle Crisologo is necessary for any visitor visiting Vigan, whether wandering down the old street or enjoying a peaceful ride along a kalesa or chariot.

It can be found in Vigan also this attraction will be near to other popular tourist attractions within the city such as Syquia Mansion and the Dancing Fountain. Many whole-day tours that take you around Vigan will include a visit to Calle Crisologo so I must suggest that you will include it on your itinerary.

What a wonderful world: Tubbataha reef | Puerto princesa, Palawan, most beautiful places. (2011, 22). Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/524739794054870546/

Tubbataha is indeed a popular destination with seasoned sport divers due to the tremendous depths available following the shallow reef barriers. The Park is best visited between March and June, which would be the diving season. Perfect diving conditions, such as flat seas, good weather, and outstanding visibility, are available around this time. You help safeguard the reef, be sure to read and observe the laws and restrictions regarding diving in the park. The marine preserve protects beautiful Tubbataha atoll coral reef as well as other endangered sea creatures. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in early 1993 after being created as a marine park in 1988.

All about Bohol, the Philippines' adventure island. (n.d.). TripSavvy. https://www.tripsavvy.com/travel-guide-to-bohol-philippines-1629135

A Chocolate Hills are indeed a group of uniquely formed hills found in the center of the Philippine Island of Bohol. This spectacular scenery was unique to this little island. It is unclear how many chocolate hills exist. It is known that there are at least 1268 hills, while other estimates put the total at higher as 1776. The hills are hardly massive; the tallest reaches about 120 meters high. Nonetheless, most hills between 30 to 50 meters high. The triangular Chocolate hills cover an area of fifty square kilometers. The origins of the Chocolate Hills remain unknown. One of the most common local tales is that a long time ago, two giants battled for days, throwing dirt and stones at each other, until they collapsed exhausted, friends once more, into the other's arms.

However, keep in mind that hills could not be climbed individually but that there is just a viewing deck from which to admire the beauty. Be mindful that the viewing deck is only accessible by staircase, and temperatures may become high at times, particularly during the rainy season.

Throughout of what I show to all of you, it is very lovely and appealing when you see it personally, therefore I will encourage that you must visit and take a vacation to those three attractions above, which hopefully you will include in your travel list or in your itinerary.

References:

Larena, E. (2019, June 24). Top 20 Palawan Philippines tourist spots and things to do... Guide to the Philippines. https://guidetothephilippines.ph/articles/what-to-experience/palawan-tourist-spots

Calle Crisologo. (n.d.). Guide to the Philippines. https://guidetothephilippines.ph/destinations-and-attractions/calle-crisologo

Chocolate hills of Bohol. (n.d.). Bohol Philippines Travel Guide Tours and Packages. https://www.bohol-philippines.com/chocolate-hills.html

FESTIVAL IN ILOCOS NORTE THE BINAKOL

let’s take a look at the festivals of Sarrat Ilocos Norte presenting the Binakol Festival.

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    The Binakol festival is held from April 30 to May 1 in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte province. The Binakol name derives from a woven cloth known in the town as Binakol. During the Binakol festival, there will be a parade of authentic, antique, and trendy Binakol designs, as well as a pageant for Ms. Binakol festivals and other competitions such as folk dance to recall our very own traditional dances. 

Binakol (ceremonial blanket) from the Philippines, northern Luzon, Abra, Tinguian, 20th century, cotton, Repp … | Textile patterns, fashion illustration poses, Abra. (n.d.). Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/417427459184903140/

    Having a Binakol fabric design is old and designed to be dizzying. Traditionally, blankets of this style were created by the Itneg tribe of Northern Luzon of the Philippines. They thought that demonic spirits flew away from above and preyed on sleeping souls. They thought that the whirling patterns on the blankets would confuse and divert the bad spirits. This was a source of income for natives in Ilocos, as well as one of the fabrics used by other notable Pilipino designers, as a proud product of Ilocanos.

Facebook. (n.d.). Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/AbelFiestaPh/posts/539231024517449

        The image that you see above is made by a local designer in Ilocos. If you want to view the other designs of binakol fabric, just click the link below a picture and you will be directed to the abel fiesta Facebook page. Hopefully that you will visit and experience the Binakol festival in Sarrat Ilocos Norte.

 

FOOD DELICACIES OF ILOCOS NORTE

 

    Let see and try our very own delicacies from the northern part of our country, and promote them to our local tourists as well as to the foreign tourist visiting our country.

Top 5 fun & relaxing things to do in Sarrat. (2018, March 9). Traveloka. https://www.traveloka.com/en-ph/explore/destination/top-5-fun-relaxing-things-sarrat/63762

    This delicacy is known as TUPIG in Ilocos Norte, and I'm sure that some local tourists have eaten it, but did you know that it is one of the nutritious foods due to its ingredients? It is composed of powdered rice, sugar, and coconut milk, and it will definitely fill your stomach once you eat it. Cooking this takes time to prepare and serve as a finished product since there is a lot of procedure from preparing the ingredients to wrapping the dish in banana leaves and finally cooking in the oven. This meal is often served during the Christmas season. When you go caroling in Ilocos Norte, instead of money, this food is what they give to you.

Bebs. (2019, July 23). Sapin-sapin. Foxy Folksy. https://www.foxyfolksy.com/sapin-sapin/

   This second delicacy that I present to you known as Sapin sapin is as good as it is attractive to the eyes of tourists or even to those kids. This Filipino steamed glutinous rice cake is soft, chewy, and topped with golden latik. It makes a great lunchtime snack or even dinner dessert, one of the healthy delicacies that you might try because of the taste. Those layers are one of the simplest Filipino sweets to create. It only takes a couple of minutes to combine glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, condensed milk, and sugar together into a creamy batter, which you either divide into three sections, by the different colors and steam one of these on top of each other. This one is heavy to our stomach so you can eat this for lunch or dinner because it’s made in glutinous rice.

     These two delicacies, which I have shown, are often offered during the charismas season; nevertheless, some of the shops in Ilocos Norte continue to sell so even throughout the summer and the rainy season. I hope that you will try these two delicacies when you are visiting at Ilocos Norte.

Cherish every memories that you make

        

     On May 25, 2018, my family and I will take a trip to Macau to see the spectacular "Vatican of the Far East," also known as the Ruins of St. Paul's. This facade has a fantastic staircase leading up to the top of it, and when you're in the bottom section of the facade, it looks extremely lovely, and you could be surprised by how beautiful it is.

     

When we were walking through the Ruins of St. Paul, there were a lot of foreign tourists there as well, and I was amazed at the road that it is a tiled floor but it is not just like simple because of design of it, that it takes a lot of time and effort to make of the floor artwork. 

Before you reach there, there have been a lot of souvenir shops and even food stalls, as well as the greatest experience is that your tummy will be filled, thanks to the free taste of every food stall.

When we get to the attraction, their beliefs are that you should touch the façade and make a wish, which I do; that wish is now granted, and I have shown that it was true.

This was an incredible experience, and it has given me wonderful memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life.

The beautiful architecture that doesn't appreaciate

   A lot of building's architectural details that we see when we travel to other places that we mostly don't feel or appreciate through this I would like to show the architectural details that some of you have already seen and viewed, but now to those who haven't seen a few different architectural details, I will show you the beauty of those through simple photography.

This first photograph was taken from the rooftop of a mall, the SM Aura located in Bonifacio Global City. I was walking about there when I noticed this building while I was on the mall's rooftop; this part of the mall with a beautiful view is not always seen by people. So I realized why I'm not taking this sight, to show them the building that could be seen here, and the plants are perfectly in sync with the building that I'm flexing in that shot. That building was symmetrical, the design was contemporary, and it was more appealing to individuals who love modern architecture buildings.

Like the first photo, this one was taken in SM Aura as well; however, the difference is the vibes created by the floor tiles, which are more luxurious in nature; in addition, there is a different style and design of the restaurant on the left side, which can give a more distinct feeling when walking down that path. It is a wonderful thing that they added art in the post of the mall to make it more enticing for people to wander about in that area, and it is conceivable that the post will become more appealing to those who want to snap photos in this location. Due to the fact that it is an open area, the ambiance is more likely to be that of another country.

This shot was made in the Venice Grand Canal Mall, which is located in the area of McKinley Hill in Taguig City. That architecture was inspired by the design of Venice, Italy, and was built to give the Filipinos the impression, they built the structure to make them feel as if they were in Italy even though they were not there. Those structures are highly attractive to the millennials, but they are also appealing to people of all ages. It is the ideal location for taking photographs because of its unique architecture.

Travel Advice for the Solo Travelers: Traveling Alone and Getting Much better

15 Philippine destinations for solo females | Solo travel destinations, solo travel, places to visit. (2019, 10). Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/339458890643255673/

The world is a lovely place full of fresh experiences and places to visit. Places that beg to be traveled through and viewed by everybody. To create new memories and journey to locations beyond reality's boundaries, as well as to follow the new life paths. The world's beauties may really be portrayed via the lives of a single individual who begins on a journey with a greater goal in mind. Solo travel helps individuals to broaden their horizons and get new ideas and experiences, both locally and globally. A person may learn new things and discover new elements of himself by engaging on a trip across the globe.

When comparing to traveling with a family or even in a group, traveling alone has been demonstrated to deliver greater advantages and save expenses by more than half. Traveling alone is feared and risky by the majority of individuals, that's why they avoid it. In fact, it isn't quite as horrible as it is presented. Traveling alone is no different from traveling with a group, people and safety services are always accessible to aid a person in distress. When it comes to highly populated places, this idea is self-identity. There are several services accessible across the globe that may support or protect a person in times of need. It was a great idea to conduct some research about the areas you'll be seeing before you travel. It also encourages individuals to think twice about where they go and to take additional safeguard.

Traveling alone has the potential to transform a person's life. Don't get me wrong, any kind of wandering on the gorgeous globe may bring about changes and transformations in the lives of individuals with hopeless toes, but solo travels are something unique. Tripping alone shows a lack of trust in others to make the best decisions, out of the journeys It implies you're left to guide them back to this world, to embrace or reject the fear. The always calling of the outdoors this could move you no matter where you go or what you do.

Traveling alone is a gift. It's both thrilling and freeing. The joy of striking out with your own will allow you to learn and develop. It enables you to become strong and confident in the face of somebody. While it is true that certain activities are best expressed, traveling may also be as enjoyable when done alone. Those short moments are when clouds moving slowly as the sky clears in the morning, or a beautiful sunset when the sun meet the ocean. It's essential to have such times alone to feel and cherish pure happiness on your own. It is in such times that you realize that even being single either alone does not have to limit how wonderful your life can be. it's you and the wide road when you're on a solo vacation. Leaving your comfort zone and venturing into the unknown might be scary, particularly if it's your first time. But all you have to do is say yes to the experience, but end of the day will become run smoothly.

Exercise 2: Summer Capital of the Philippines Baguio City Worthy of Writing

         Why did I choose Baguio for this activity? But before, here are some interesting facts about Baguio. The City of Baguio is the first and highly urbanized municipality in the province of Benguet. From 1901 until 1945, Baguio served as the provincial capital of Benguet.

Until 1916, when it was incorporated as a city of Baguio is now administratively distinct from the rest of the country. Benguet, although being the province's and the country's economic hub, The Cordillera area People from many regions and countries visit Baguio because of its cold environment. History, culture, and indigenous people It is a distinctive city not just because of its name "Summer is here!" It's also called "City of Pines." Pine trees dominate the landscape. It’s a unique gift since pine trees are mainly found in western nations. That is not the case popular, but because Baguio provides adventure in a variety of shapes and titles. Baguio also caters to the greatest foods inspired from all over the globe, and it is simply one of its distinguishing features. Its traditional industries have been agriculture and mining. Its residents are involved in vegetable growing and flowers, as well as livestock and poultry breeding to create food for human use, Benguet is regarded as the "Salad Bowl" of the Philippines, whereas La Trinidad is known as the "Strawberry Bowl”. Because Baguio is the center of trade and business for the whole Cordillera, it attracts a diverse range of eateries and cafés that cater to a diverse range of nationalities.

Why did I choose Baguio City as my blog topic? There are several evidence that demonstrate that Baguio is the ideal location to live. First and foremost, there are many lovely spots in Baguio City. It is obvious that Baguio shows a vibrant radiance that no other city can match. The City's rich culture contributes significantly to its radiance, which is why many artists have contemplated making Baguio their home. Assume you're standing in front of a window. As you closed your eyes, the wind began to trace your face with its smoothing touch and to replenish your spirit with its cold air. The humming birds replace the loud noise in your thoughts, relaxing all of your senses and making you feel peaceful in a stressful and pressured environment. Then gently open your eyes at the glorious flowers in the field before shifting your sight to the surrounding with the green trees. If you don't see what I stated and want to experience what I discussed, then Baguio City, Philippines is the perfect spot for you to rest and relax. If you like music, arts, literature, as well as other things that are worked by creativity, then Baguio City is the place for you. The peacefulness of the location may inspire the mind to think deeper and stimulates the mind to view broader with a larger and better perspective on the world. The breathtaking wonder of nature will captivate your attention, leaving you shocked by the meeting with the Almighty's greatness. Another reason to visit Baguio City is for its market. Shopping is among the most exciting things to do in this city. There are many high-quality goods to pick, and they come in a variety of styles. You may also discover fascinating distinct local items and delicious foods in the market that will undoubtedly fulfill your eyes and your appetite while without spending a lot of money. With all I said thus far, I can safely state that it's a fantastic location. And it's not only because of the warmth; there's more to it. Baguio is wonderful because it welcomes everyone, whether you are a local, a visitor, or the most varied person on the planet. The inhabitants will constantly welcome you with all those warm welcoming smiles, which I feel is the most compelling argument for you to choose Baguio as a location to call home. Furthermore, since most people in Baguio understand English, they are constantly conversing with foreign tourists that visit the city.