Travel and Tourism: Cagayán de Oro City Thread 3 [Archive]

Taegon

April 27th, 2011, 02:10 AM

Bautista Gallery opens at the Water Tower Museum
By Alvia Aisa B. Macacua
Tuesday, April 26, 2011

THE Filomeno M. Bautista Gallery located at the second floor of the realms of an 89-year-old water tower near Gaston Park was successfully inaugurated on Monday.

The gallery features the rich cultural and historical background of the "City of Golden Friendship" and the contributions of one great man, Filomeno M. Bautista.

The turning over of the gallery to the city museum was initiated by Thaddeus A. Bautista, vice chairperson of the Cagayan de Oro Heritage Council, to Mayor Vicente Y. Emano, who later expressed his gratitude to the Bautista family and to the people of the city.

Giving a short talk about the humble beginnings and triumphant achievements of his late grandfather, Filomeno M. Bautista, was Judge Vincent B. Rosales.

As shared by Judge Rosales, Bautista was born on April 25, 1890 in Cagayan de Misamis. He was a government scholar and a graduate from the Philippine Normal School in Manila.

His breakthroughs in life include being an educator, founder, historian, author and composer.

Bautista was the first Filipino Academic and Industrial supervisor of the Surigao Division of Public Schools and also became an academic supervisor of Bukidnon.

But before that, he was a principal of the Mambajao Elementary School in Camiguin Island then became a supervising teacher in Cagayan and eventually, division academic supervisor of Misamis.

Bautista was also the founder of the Parent Teachers College, which is now known as the Cagayan de Oro College. He wrote "The Bautista Manuscript on the Philippine Revolution in Misamis Province and "Glimpses of Mindanao - The Land of Promise."

He also composed "Bukidnon My Home," the official song of the Province of Bukidnon.

Accordingly, the gallery "is a gift of the children of Filomeno M. Bautista in memory of their late father who was a foremost educator and historian in Northern Mindanao."

The majestic water tower accommodates three-storey containing a variety of artifacts, vintage pictures and antiques, which is open for public viewing.

Aside from the exquisite displays, the museum is well ventilated by air-conditioners.

Indeed, the ambience at the museum is filled with complexity and sophistication. A chic museum inside a water tower that was built in 1922 is truly a remarkable place to visit.

The Gallery of Filomeno M. Bautista doesn't only serve as a tribute to one of Cagayan de Oro's pride and a reminiscence of the Kagay-anons' significant roots but also shows that the local people are with 'hearts of gold' as manifested through the acts of generosity by the Bautista Clan.

No doubt that this wonderful place is called the "City of Golden Friendship."

During the inaugural ceremony, A. Paulita R. Roa, the curator and also the secretary of the city's Heritage Council, shared ow the city museum started and how the gallery came to be.

Roa, who is not just the curator but also a culture and arts columnist of Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro, said the reason behind the exhibit is to make the local history of Cagayan de Oro available to everyone, especially the youth, since the local historical accounts of the city are not usually being taught in schools.

Mayor Emano spearheaded the cutting of the ribbon and unveiling of the marker assisted by Henrietta B. Rosales, Dulce Deanna B. Dela Fuente and Leticia M. Bautista with Fr. Casi Quiacao, SSJV, leading the blessing of the gallery. (with Aedrian Deniel J. Araojo, AdZU Interns)

Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on April 27, 2011.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cagayan-de-oro/lifestyle/2011/04/26/bautista-gallery-opens-water-tower-museum-152133

mottymot_007

April 27th, 2011, 02:23 AM

Miss Agot and CdeO's White Water Rafting
Photography by Neil Konrad Binayao III on Facebook

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Taegon

April 27th, 2011, 02:34 AM

Kampo Juan – more photos
Posted on April 26, 2011 by damarre

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Here’s some more info on Kampo Juan, the newest eco-adventure destination in the region. It’s named after Juan Acosta, the patriarch of the Acosta Clan in Manolo Fortich, the father of former congressman Neric Acosta. Look at the photo above….have you ever rode a bike with a deep ravine below?

It’s just one of the unique attractions at Kampo Juan…browse over the photos below. You may want to visit the place located at Diclum, Manolo Fortich.

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all photos from facebook

It’s nature at its best….and hey, accordingly, on the pipeline are more amenities, including a pool….tourism is booming.

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/04/26/kampo-juan-more-photos/

bisayadako

April 27th, 2011, 03:01 AM

Taegon

April 28th, 2011, 03:35 AM

PROJECT WATCH: Divine Mercy Church perspective
Posted on April 27, 2011 by damarre

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I finally found the rendering of the proposed Divine Mercy Church which will soon rise at the Divine Mercy Shrine Hills in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental. As shown above, it has a circular shape roofing designed to look like the crown of thorns…. the entire cost of this project will all come from donations. We’ll look forward to this one.

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/04/27/project-watch-divine-mercy-church-perspective/

Bamboo88

April 28th, 2011, 09:12 AM

dark_knight_detectve

April 29th, 2011, 03:35 PM

B as in bloom, blossom, boom (http://www.goldstardailynews.com/commentary/3096-b-as-in-bloom-blossom-boom.html)
Friday, 29 April 2011 00:00

B IS the first letter of the word that has been in the headlines three times as of this writing, and that does not include an editorial and other special mentions in the opinion pages. Our friend is one of the most candid people we've met, it's this trait of hers that makes our day. Thus, when her comment was quoted by a columnist here, the first thought that came to mind was... Hmmm, we don't remember? But who would have thought that a single word could attract this much attention?

Wednesday afternoon, we were at the Cogon area waiting for a car that was trapped in traffic. We didn't have to look hard for the cause of the traffic jam for it was right before our very eyes: a truck and a van were parked beside each other, occupying the two lanes nearest to Cogon market at Osmena Street to facilitate unloading of goods, and leaving only one lane for traffic to squeeze through since the rightmost lane was also filled with parked vehicles.

A barangay official, whom we often see managing the traffic at Osmena Street, was there again right smack in the middle of the crossing to get the traffic moving even though most of the time vehicles were merely standing still. But we did wonder why he didn't ask the truck and the van to unload their goods elsewhere.

Osmena used to be known for drivers who'd just park their cars right on the street as they went around canvassing for prices of items at the auto spare parts stores that peppered the area. Double parking was the norm. Delivery vans also did the same thing: double park if that's the nearest they could get to the store they were delivering goods to.

An Osmena store owner at that time would be immune to the traffic and the double parking-it was just another day in paradise. Besides, dealing with customers, suppliers, suppliers' agents, banks, check payments, cash counts, cash flows, issuing invoices and delivery receipts, filling out customers' purchase orders and requests for procurement already grabbed his focus while within the four walls of the store, with no time to notice the traffic outside. There was enough traffic right inside the store! Of course, his nonchalant attitude towards the traffic could change once he now had to drive through it. Crawling in that traffic was no joke.

That was then. How about the present, is the situation still the same? Judging from the situation we saw last Wednesday, let's just say, we can quote French critic, journalist, and novelist Alphonse Karr for that: "The more things change, the more they remain the same." Yup, things have indeed been changing in our City of Beholden, er, Golden Friendship. SM City Cagayan de Oro is undergoing a renovation; Limketkai Mall's East Wing now has a FitFlop kiosk, Marks & Spencer, Nine West, and Lacoste; Limketkai Center will soon have a hotel; there's Starbucks, Accessorize, 3D cinemas, even Minute Burger. Coming soon to this theater: Ayala Mall. There are other malls and even hotels that are under construction and we gotta feeling once they open, Cagayan de Oro (CDO) will really become the City in Bloom, in Blossom, and in Boom! Yehey!

We even asked a friend to please open a Krispy Kreme branch here already because... Well, because we can? Hehehe.
We look forward to a future when a pasalubong from a relative or friend could only elicit something like, But we already have this in CDO.
Remember when we used to bring pasalubong from Manila in the form of Dunkin' Donuts, Goldilocks, even a McDonald's burger? Those days are gone. It's the visitors from other not-so-urbanized places in Mindanao that do buy these goodies here in CDO as pasalubong for their families and friends back home.

Nowadays, a pasalubong for the Cagayanon should be any of the following: Krispy Kreme, Pan de Manila's Pesto Cheese Sticks and herb cream cheese, Royce Mild Cacao Nama chocolate, and Del Monte Clubhouse's burgers. OK, we might as well reveal the rest of our wish list for CDO. In addition to Krispy Kreme, Pan de Manila, Royce, and Del Monte Clubhouse (they can have a branch at the Bugo plant!), here they are: Kinokuniya, Powerbooks, Gerry's Grill (soon to open here?)... Hmmm. That's it? Yup, our wishes are simple. We get to buy a bag or top at half the price and we're happy. We get to see the Grand Canyon at least once and we're happy. We see the Twin Towers daily the moment we're out of the subway and we're happy. That last one, though, has been made impossible by 9/11, but lucky are those who had that experience way back when.

But the wish list doesn't end there. How about transferring Camiguin, Davao, and New York's Tribeca to CDO? Is that too much wishful thinking? Ms. B was recently in Vigan, Ilocos Norte and she said it's among the cleanest places in Da Pilipins. Which made us wonder why CDO is far from being awarded as the cleanest. Is it the Cagayanon who doesn't mind throwing his garbage wherever he wants to? Is the city's atmosphere "inspiring" the Cagayanon to misbehave within its borders? Is it lack of political will?

With all the developments that seem to be happening at the same time in CDO, including the flyovers that will soon sprout wherever they're supposed to bloom, we wonder if the management of the city can keep up with the blossom and boom. The city's garbage, traffic, street and sidewalk vendors have paved our way to a song that may sum up our feelings (nothing more than feelings?). And that's Don McLean's "If We Try": "When I see you on the street, I lose my concentration. Just the thought that we might meet creates anticipation..."

Bamboo88

April 29th, 2011, 06:42 PM

Doctor daw nagfranchise sa Krispy Kreme...@ Doc Burotski, kaila ka ani?

GearX

April 30th, 2011, 01:35 AM

Doctor daw nagfranchise sa Krispy Kreme...@ Doc Burotski, kaila ka ani?

who?

Taegon

April 30th, 2011, 03:15 AM

B as in bloom, blossom, boom
Posted on April 29, 2011 by damarre

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Here’s a commentary by Ms. Netnet Camomot, a regular columnist of Gold Star Daily. It talks about Cagayan de Oro, the pasalubong days and all associated with its progress and the tagline … bloom, blossom, boom. I’m pretty sure you’ll share the same sentiments.

Read more HERE: http://www.goldstardailynews.com/commentary/3096-b-as-in-bloom-blossom-boom.html

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/04/29/b-as-in-bloom-blossom-boom/

Bamboo88

April 30th, 2011, 01:55 PM

who?

ako pangutan-on ako barkada na maoy nagsulti ana....

bisayadako

April 30th, 2011, 01:59 PM

dark_knight_detectve

April 30th, 2011, 02:29 PM

Jheaux

April 30th, 2011, 03:08 PM

B as in bloom, blossom, boom (http://www.goldstardailynews.com/commentary/3096-b-as-in-bloom-blossom-boom.html)
Friday, 29 April 2011 00:00

B IS the first letter of the word that has been in the headlines three times as of this writing, and that does not include an editorial and other special mentions in the opinion pages. Our friend is one of the most candid people we've met, it's this trait of hers that makes our day. Thus, when her comment was quoted by a columnist here, the first thought that came to mind was... Hmmm, we don't remember? But who would have thought that a single word could attract this much attention?

Wednesday afternoon, we were at the Cogon area waiting for a car that was trapped in traffic. We didn't have to look hard for the cause of the traffic jam for it was right before our very eyes: a truck and a van were parked beside each other, occupying the two lanes nearest to Cogon market at Osmena Street to facilitate unloading of goods, and leaving only one lane for traffic to squeeze through since the rightmost lane was also filled with parked vehicles.

A barangay official, whom we often see managing the traffic at Osmena Street, was there again right smack in the middle of the crossing to get the traffic moving even though most of the time vehicles were merely standing still. But we did wonder why he didn't ask the truck and the van to unload their goods elsewhere.

Osmena used to be known for drivers who'd just park their cars right on the street as they went around canvassing for prices of items at the auto spare parts stores that peppered the area. Double parking was the norm. Delivery vans also did the same thing: double park if that's the nearest they could get to the store they were delivering goods to.

An Osmena store owner at that time would be immune to the traffic and the double parking-it was just another day in paradise. Besides, dealing with customers, suppliers, suppliers' agents, banks, check payments, cash counts, cash flows, issuing invoices and delivery receipts, filling out customers' purchase orders and requests for procurement already grabbed his focus while within the four walls of the store, with no time to notice the traffic outside. There was enough traffic right inside the store! Of course, his nonchalant attitude towards the traffic could change once he now had to drive through it. Crawling in that traffic was no joke.

That was then. How about the present, is the situation still the same? Judging from the situation we saw last Wednesday, let's just say, we can quote French critic, journalist, and novelist Alphonse Karr for that: "The more things change, the more they remain the same." Yup, things have indeed been changing in our City of Beholden, er, Golden Friendship. SM City Cagayan de Oro is undergoing a renovation; Limketkai Mall's East Wing now has a FitFlop kiosk, Marks & Spencer, Nine West, and Lacoste; Limketkai Center will soon have a hotel; there's Starbucks, Accessorize, 3D cinemas, even Minute Burger:lol:. Coming soon to this theater: Ayala Mall. There are other malls and even hotels that are under construction and we gotta feeling once they open, Cagayan de Oro (CDO) will really become the City in Bloom, in Blossom, and in Boom! Yehey!

We even asked a friend to please open a Krispy Kreme branch here already because... Well, because we can? Hehehe.
We look forward to a future when a pasalubong from a relative or friend could only elicit something like, But we already have this in CDO.
Remember when we used to bring pasalubong from Manila in the form of Dunkin' Donuts, Goldilocks, even a McDonald's burger? Those days are gone. It's the visitors from other not-so-urbanized places in Mindanao that do buy these goodies here in CDO as pasalubong for their families and friends back home.

Nowadays, a pasalubong for the Cagayanon should be any of the following: Krispy Kreme, Pan de Manila's Pesto Cheese Sticks and herb cream cheese, Royce Mild Cacao Nama chocolate, and Del Monte Clubhouse's burgers. OK, we might as well reveal the rest of our wish list for CDO. In addition to Krispy Kreme, Pan de Manila, Royce, and Del Monte Clubhouse (they can have a branch at the Bugo plant!), here they are: Kinokuniya, Powerbooks, Gerry's Grill (soon to open here?)... Hmmm. That's it? Yup, our wishes are simple. We get to buy a bag or top at half the price and we're happy. We get to see the Grand Canyon at least once and we're happy. We see the Twin Towers daily the moment we're out of the subway and we're happy. That last one, though, has been made impossible by 9/11, but lucky are those who had that experience way back when.

But the wish list doesn't end there. How about transferring Camiguin, Davao, and New York's Tribeca to CDO?:lol: Is that too much wishful thinking? Ms. B was recently in Vigan, Ilocos Norte and she said it's among the cleanest places in Da Pilipins. Which made us wonder why CDO is far from being awarded as the cleanest. Is it the Cagayanon who doesn't mind throwing his garbage wherever he wants to? Is the city's atmosphere "inspiring" the Cagayanon to misbehave within its borders? Is it lack of political will?

With all the developments that seem to be happening at the same time in CDO, including the flyovers that will soon sprout wherever they're supposed to bloom, we wonder if the management of the city can keep up with the blossom and boom. The city's garbage, traffic, street and sidewalk vendors have paved our way to a song that may sum up our feelings (nothing more than feelings?). And that's Don McLean's "If We Try": "When I see you on the street, I lose my concentration. Just the thought that we might meet creates anticipation..."

WOW! Nice! congratz CDO! :cheers2:

dark_knight_detectve

April 30th, 2011, 03:17 PM

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dark_knight_detectve

April 30th, 2011, 03:32 PM

when they were done with the rafting, they were starving. good thing a buffet meal was included in their Php1000 ride.

btw, because my friend and her group enjoyed CdeO's water rafting, she said that there will be a "part 2."

burotski

April 30th, 2011, 04:08 PM

I don't think anything from "Manila" is that really impressive...I tried that "Manila Bebingka" sold at SM. It's says in their karatola "Famous"...unfortunately for Manila Bebingka, mas lami pa ang Bebingka sa Cogon.

Sakto, Bai! Minute Burger? Way lami! Upcoming Krispy Kreme? Tinuod ni? Not that excited, I prefer Go Nuts! Mrs. Field's unta... Jerry's Grill? Not my cup of tea... Chef d Angelo, Sbarro (bankrupt na?) or French Baker will excite me more... Pero, I can emphatize with what the writer feels and at the same time trying to express... Time will come when the poor political will shown by our LGU will hamper CdeO from reaching its full potential... I'm glad that little by little, the city government is trying to catch up with the city's rapid development! Through the concerted effort of the LGU, Private entities and us Kagay-anons, Cagayan de Oro will live up to its monicker as a city in Bloom, Blossom and Boom! :-)

dark_knight_detectve

April 30th, 2011, 04:12 PM

Air outstrips Sea Travel to outside Region X for 2nd Straight Year (http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/2011/04/air-outstrips-sea-travel-to-outside-region-x-for-2nd-straight-year.html)

ByMike Baños

CAGAYANDE ORO CITY – Aircraft carrying as few as 180 passengers per flight have outstripped interisland ships capable of hauling 2,000 passengers per trip for the second straight year in Northern Mindanao.

Figures from the Philippine Ports Authority and the CivilAviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) show the total number of passengers intransit through the Lumbia Airport totaled 1,301,502 in 2010 compared to only1,057,381 who transited through the Macabalan seaport. That’s 244,121 morepassengers or 23 percent more air than sea travelers.

Thetrend was already evident in 2009 when sea travelers through Macabalanport only totaled 1,016,453 against 1,091,656 passengers who passed through theLumbia Airport.

Airand cargo traffic through the Lumbia airport over the past two years haveshowed hefty increases compared to the Macabalan port.

CAAPfigures at the Lumbia Airport show passenger traffic increased by 19 percent(209,846) from 1,091,656 in 2009 to 1,301,502 in 2010. Cargo traffic grew evenfaster by 38 percent (6,131.84 metric tons) from 16,112.72MT in 2009 to22,244.56MT in 2010. As a result, the number of flights fielded by the threemajor domestic carriers increased 17 percent (1,830) from 10,760 in 2009 to12,590 in 2010.

Sourcesfrom the three main domestic air carriers said passengers didn’t mind payingmore for air travel especially to Metro Manila since they still saved morethrough the faster transit time (one hour and 20 minutes by air vs. 32 hrs. forsea travel) as well as embarking and disembarking through the Port of Manilaversus the NAIA 2 or NAIA 3 airports.

Alsocited was the budget fares offered by two of the three carriers which actuallymotivated more people who would otherwise not traveled at all to avail of thebudget or zero fares and travel by air to domestic and foreign destinations.

Incontrast, passenger traffic through the Macabalan port only increased by 4.03percent from 1,016,453 in 2009 to 1,057,381 in 2011. Cargo throughput throughthe Macabalan seaport also grew by only 7.74 percent (vs. 38 percent at Lumbia)from 3,398,792MT in 2009 to 3,661,721MT in 2011. Although domestic cargotraffic registered a respectable 15.6 percent increase (2,663,626 vs.3,079,142MT) for 2009 and 2010, respectively, this wasn’t even half the 38percent growth of cargo throughput at Lumbia Airport.

Foreigncargo traffic at Macabalan actually declined by 30 percent (24,393 TEUs in 2009vs. 17,096 TEUs in 2010) due to the wholesale transfer of foreign containerizedcarriers to the Mindanao Container Terminal (MCT) at the Phividec IndustrialEstate in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental. Foreign containerized cargo throughput atthe MCT showed a growth of 42,471 TEUs (88.5 percent) in TEUs (48,009 vs. 90,480)from 2009 to 2010.

Jheaux

April 30th, 2011, 04:55 PM

Sakto, Bai! Minute Burger? Way lami! Upcoming Krispy Kreme? Tinuod ni? Not that excited, I prefer Go Nuts! Mrs. Field's unta... Jerry's Grill? Not my cup of tea... Chef d Angelo, Sbarro (bankrupt na?) or French Baker will excite me more... Pero, I can emphatize with what the writer feels and at the same time trying to express... Time will come when the poor political will shown by our LGU will hamper CdeO from reaching its full potential... I'm glad that little by little, the city government is trying to catch up with the city's rapid development! Through the concerted effort of the LGU, Private entities and us Kagay-anons, Cagayan de Oro will live up to its monicker as a city in Bloom, Blossom and Boom! :-)

Oy Dr. Burot!
syempre Davao gud, mao pra sa imo wlay lami, pero bya no, sa imong kaignorante, grabe ha gifiestahan bya jud ninyo tawn na... :lol:

Anyway, salamat sa among mga parokyanong CDO's nga nitangkilik sa produktong DAVAO. :cheers2: :)

burotski

April 30th, 2011, 05:24 PM

Oy Dr. Burot!
syempre Davao gud, mao pra sa imo wlay lami, pero bya no, sa imong kaignorante, grabe ha gifiestahan bya jud ninyo tawn na... :lol:

Anyway, salamat sa among mga parokyanong CDO's nga nitangkilik sa produktong DAVAO. :cheers2: :)

Ha! Ha! Ha! Davao? Unsay Davao sa gisulti nako? Pag-sure Brod, uy! Apil-apilon gyud mo, no? Sorry, ha... Di man sa ignorante ko, pero phenomenal gyud ka! Produktong Davao? Saging? Kon gikan na sa inyo ang Minute Burger, sorry, ha... Pero, wa gyuy lami! Honestly, lami-an ka? Ha! Ha! Ha! At least, ka-level niya ang KK ug Gerry's Grill para nako! :bash:

ds_rebelde

May 1st, 2011, 03:05 AM

^^:lol: Wa sya kasabot sa imo gisulti.Kulang kaayo ug neurons iyang utok ga lisod man ug comprehend:banana::lol: Wa jud bitaw lami, puno ug harina.:lol:

burotski

May 1st, 2011, 05:13 AM

^^:lol: Wa sya kasabot sa imo gisulti.Kulang kaayo ug neurons iyang utok ga lisod man ug comprehend:banana::lol: Wa jud bitaw lami, puno ug harina.:lol:

Mao gyud, murag harina gi-sandwich ug harina! He! He! He! :-)

Taegon

May 1st, 2011, 05:14 AM

WOW! Nice! congratz CDO! :cheers2:

Ikaw si @Allenation? Parehas man gyud mo magpost labin na ang klase sa inyong pangutok. :colgate:

Taegon

May 1st, 2011, 05:26 AM

Oy Dr. Burot!
syempre Davao gud, mao pra sa imo wlay lami, pero bya no, sa imong kaignorante, grabe ha gifiestahan bya jud ninyo tawn na... :lol:

Anyway, salamat sa among mga parokyanong CDO's nga nitangkilik sa produktong DAVAO. :cheers2: :)

Pwede gyapon ni basehan kung kinsa gyud ka @Dodong! Medyo nagkapareho mo sa inyong mga sig. :colgate:

Mr. Katribu's signature:

THE ECO CITY

Green Living|Good Ambiance|Peaceful|Progressive|Bustling|Clean

And @Jheaux signature:

"Eco.City" Davao City Mindanao's Metro

ALVEO l ABREEZA l KUKUN HOTEL l SM LANANG l CAMELLA NORTHPOINT l ONE OASIS l MAGALLANES RES. l PRIME RES.

Pakisali nalang @Jheau sa SKIPkaron and LumotYear sa imong sig. Thanks! :banana:

jaysan81286

May 1st, 2011, 10:38 AM

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My 7th rafting experience... Na dungan namo si Cherie Gil, Agot Isidro and Mylene Dizon aka Susan of Mara Clara... Black Saturday Rafting!

bisayadako

May 1st, 2011, 03:25 PM

hehehe! i would love to see a franchise of krispy kreme here in the city of gold

tam-is ra kaayo na bai. naka tilaw ko once, murag wala na ko gana mopalit.

Aimee Ylarra

May 2nd, 2011, 11:40 AM

Oy Dr. Burot!
syempre Davao gud, mao pra sa imo wlay lami, pero bya no, sa imong kaignorante, grabe ha gifiestahan bya jud ninyo tawn na... :lol:

Anyway, salamat sa among mga parokyanong CDO's nga nitangkilik sa produktong DAVAO. :cheers2: :)

Murag uncivilized ra kaayo ni na reply sa isa ka post that was properly made. Learn some manners sir, whoever you are.

Aimee Ylarra

May 2nd, 2011, 11:41 AM

Can anybody PM me the contact info of different rafting operators here sa CDO? My friends from Manila will be coming here this week for the convention of Medical Schools in the Philippines. Mag rafting sila karon Sunday. Thanks sa mag PM.

boodex

May 2nd, 2011, 02:35 PM

^^ try this one Sis...http://www.cagayandeoro.gov.ph/?page=tourism&cat=8

Bamboo88

May 2nd, 2011, 04:38 PM

bisayadako

May 5th, 2011, 05:49 AM

Agta [AgusanTablon] at Mountain Meadows- 1

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Uploaded by manchulful6 on May 1, 2011

Longboarding Mountain Meadows.

Taas sa Gusa.

Local Longboarding. Cagayan de Oro City.

Ga una :}

bisayadako

May 5th, 2011, 06:01 AM

Paskutoy (Christmas Pasutoy)

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Uploaded by dryfire18 on Jan 5, 2011

This outlaw event was held last December 12,2010 at Meadow hills Cagayan de oro city. thanks to all participants, guest, and sponsors who made this a successful and fun event.

Champion-Jonathan Hongo
2nd-Tiny Catacutan
3rd-Jap Romero
Category:

Sports

unggoi

May 5th, 2011, 06:02 AM

I heard from a friend of mine, ang mountain meadows was purchased by Ayala. the entire mountain meadows daw. i dont know kung tinood ba gyud.

bisayadako

May 5th, 2011, 06:14 AM

I heard from a friend of mine, ang mountain meadows was purchased by Ayala. the entire mountain meadows daw. i dont know kung tinood ba gyud.

daghan pa kaayo kaso diha kay daghan claimants...pati na ako bayaw naay claim.

unggoi

May 5th, 2011, 06:32 AM

daghan pa kaayo kaso diha kay daghan claimants...pati na ako bayaw naay claim.

mao pud na iyang giingon, ni atras daw ang mountain meadows, wala cla ni padayon kay tungod daghan ga claim. ila daw gibaligya sa ayala, ang ayala pud cge daw og negotiate sa mga gaclaim. katawaha lng ko kay ingun sa akong friend gamay kuno ang offer sa ayala sa ila, unsa daw pag tou sa ayala sa ila taga bukid na gyud daw kay gamay daw kaau.:lol::lol::lol:

bisayadako

May 5th, 2011, 06:37 AM

mao pud na iyang giingon, ni atras daw ang mountain meadows, wala cla ni padayon kay tungod daghan ga claim. ila daw gibaligya sa ayala, ang ayala pud cge daw og negotiate sa mga gaclaim. katawaha lng ko kay ingun sa akong friend gamay kuno ang offer sa ayala sa ila, unsa daw pag tou sa ayala sa ila taga bukid na gyud daw kay gamay daw kaau.:lol::lol::lol:

mura lugar na ug Aimee Ylarra, ops... ayaw mi ilara. :)

Aimee Ylarra

May 5th, 2011, 10:03 AM

^^Nganong naapil ko sa discussion? But it's okay sir.

dark_knight_detectve

May 5th, 2011, 05:32 PM

bisayadako

May 6th, 2011, 03:38 AM

it seems celebrities are fond of cdeo's water rafting. undoubtedly, another unforgettable experience

tsada man gud bai...unya dili gyud malupigan nga ang atong rapids is the "Most Convenient and Accessible Class 3+ river rapids in the country". Dili na ka mo travel ug more than 1 hour unlike sa uban.

Bisan gani diha ka sugod sa Taguanao (Class 2+, only minutes from SM), malingaw pa man gani ka sa rapids.

TheAvenger

May 10th, 2011, 08:15 PM

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bisayadako

May 11th, 2011, 01:32 AM

GOOD NEWS!

A British Kayak Slalom Coach/Instructor who is married to an Iliganon will be relocating in CDO. He will be opening a Kayak Slalom School for FREE. He'll be bringing 4 Carbon fibre/Kevlar slalom boats and that should arrived in June.

KayakDomain.com will be helping him on some gears and instructions for FREE as well. This project is still on the planning stage and we'll be scouting for a good location. I've discuss with him some prospective locations/venue already and I told him that we need help from the CDO city Gov't and Tourism. I hope someone or knows someone from CDO gov't and tourism are listening here.

Unfortunately, this is not for us who are already "ganit"/old. Apparently, he doesn't believed that he can teach old dogs with new tricks. His target are 10-12 yr olds who can swim well, good health and fitness, and has the enthusiasm to succeed up to the Olympic level. N.B. kayak slalom is an Olympic sport. He said, "He is hopeful to find the next Manny Pacquiao of the river!". He also said, "Filipino people are small but strong in stature with light body weight so they too are ideally suited to this sport".

He has trained a couple of the best Olympic qualifiers in UK. One of them is a 19 year old and is in the top 20 of the seniors.

He has contacted the Philippine Olympic Committee about a year ago but was just pass on and perhaps ignored. So he is spending his own money for this project. And we at KayakDomain.com and CDO Kayak Club will be helping him.

Kayaking in CDO is looking bright. Stay tuned...

cheers,

dark_knight_detectve

May 11th, 2011, 08:23 AM

tsada man gud bai...unya dili gyud malupigan nga ang atong rapids is the "Most Convenient and Accessible Class 3+ river rapids in the country". Dili na ka mo travel ug more than 1 hour unlike sa uban.

Bisan gani diha ka sugod sa Taguanao (Class 2+, only minutes from SM), malingaw pa man gani ka sa rapids.

mao ng gitawag nga God's gift to us, kagay-anons.

bisayadako

May 13th, 2011, 08:45 AM

OT:

QUOTE FOR THE DAY (13 May 2011);

"After I got knocked down in that third round, I went to my seat, looked up and it was the 6th round. Listen, I don't remember the 4th or 5th round. I remember looking up like, 'What round am I in now?' I look up and it's the 6th round"- Shane Mosley interview on Fight Hype.

mottymot_007

May 13th, 2011, 10:42 AM

donnex

May 13th, 2011, 03:12 PM

nagdamgo ko last nyt nag rafting daw ko he..he..he...
siguro nga pa uwi ko......

Taegon

May 13th, 2011, 05:22 PM

CDO showcase tourist spots in Manila
by: Clifford Jose Roa, CDO City Tourism Board Member

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MALL OF ASIA, PASAY, METRO MANILA, On the 6th day of the Pasundayag Northern Mindanao 2011, a showcase of the region’s best tourism spots, Cagayan de Oro City will have its turn to present the city’s tourist destinations as it hosts “Cagayan de Oro Day”.

Even as the city has just been recently declared by the Department of Tourism as the third most visited city in the Philippines in 2010 (Boracay and Camarines Sur topping the list), :applause: the city is not resting on the big leap it gained in terms of tourist arrivals. With Cagayan de Oro Day, the city will once again take the opportunity to wow the more than 200,000 shoppers in Mall Of Asia and invite everyone to visit the Whitewater Rafting Capital of the Philippines.

Mrs. Rhia Rita Abalos, who is back at the helm of the City Tourism Board, having been re-appointed by the Honorable Mayor Vicente “Dongkoy” Emano, is on hand to support the city’s campaign to be a truly world-class tourist destination.

“Before we could invite more foreigners to visit Cagayan de Oro, we must first convince the people from the Manila area”, she said.

“By showcasing the thrill of the white-water rafting’s wild rapids and the the sight and sounds of Night Cafe we are confident that this will yield a wide impact about Cagayan de Oro”, she added.

Mrs. Abalos of course is referring to the city’s flagship nerve-wracking,sun-burning, and “lets-do-it-again” white water rafting and the Night Cafe that gives one a feel that they are in Bangkok’s Kaosan Road.

Why visit Cagayan de Oro?

Ms. Imma Rae Gatuslao, the City Tourism’s Supervising Officer enumerates futher.

“Cagayan de Oro is only an hour and ten minutes’plane ride from Manila”, She quipped during our chat in the MOA’s wide expanse Music Hall. “That is a very short trip considering now that airline carriers are selling promos. Cagayan de Oro is dubbed as the “Gateway to Northern Mindanao”, so an enthralling visit to Cagayan will give them a chance to visit the nearby spots as well”, she added.

“Upon arrival in CDO, a ten-minute cab ride from Lumbia Airport to the city proper, and if by chance they took the Friday flights of the Cebu Pacific and Air Philippines, they are most welcome to join the fun in the Night Cafe and do the instant shopping in our Night Market”, she said.

“What to be sweet and chessy? take your date out in the River Taxis. A Cruise that starts at Liceo de Cagayan University up to the mouth of the Cagayan de Oro River and a part of Macajalar Bay”, she said.

Ms. Gatuslao’s office and the City Government of Cagayan de Oro in its “Cagayan de Oro City in Bloom, in Blossom and in Boom Situationer 2011″, catalogs a must in Cagayan de Oro:

A diner and a night-cap in one of the accredited hotels and restaurants of the DOT will give the visitors plenty of rest before embarking on another adventure the following day.
The Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association presents, now on its 15th year of
culinary innovation, the Kumbira 2011 which will happen on August 17-19, 2011.
Kumbira offers food and beverage competitions, cooking demonstrations and
trade exhibits.

A sidetrip to Mapawa Nature Park – choose one or all – canyoneering, water slide, and rapelling before taking on the 5-hour stretch of the White Water Rafting. Try also the Monigue Cave (it has a small yet passable opening with a six-inch airspace between ceiling and water thus requiring adventurers to submerge in order to enter), Macahambus Adventure Park – try sky bridge amidst a gigantice century old trees and view the spectacular Macahambus Gorge beneath.

For those who love greens, that is the the faiways, fore! Cagayan de Oro offers not one but two golf courses right inside the city. The Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club in Barangay Lumbia and Camp Evangelista Golf Club right inside the camp in Brgy. Patag.

Some tour for fun, some for adventure, for some, some reasons in one way
or another, CDO offers them too: pilgrimage – in San Augustine Metropolitan
Cathedral, Guiness book of records candidate for the biggest hat monument –
Mac Arthur Marker, the magic and the mystic of pottery – Bulua Pottery.

Like many cities, Cagayan de Oro also offers festival, perhaps a signature events that is synonymous to the city itself: Kagay-an Festival than happens in August each year. This includes: Kahimunan Trade Fair, Searh for Ms. Cagayan de oro, Higaonon Dance Festival, Golden Float Parade and the Lambagohan Fluvial Parade.

The city also offers the following museums: Capitol University Museum of Three Cultures (cultures of Marawi, Bukidnon and Northern Mindanao), La Castilla (Museum of Philippine Heirlooms and Antiques in the 20th Century) and Museo de Oro (a folkloric museum, located in Xavier University (XU), Ateneo de Cagayan.

Love to eat: try the brands that quickly associates the city with its taste: Slers Ham, Oro Ham, Pines Ham and Darling Food Products.

Want to shop? CDO has SM, Gaisano, Ororama, Limketkai and soon Ayala Centrio Mall.

With great pleasure, the people of Cagayan de Oro who’s theme is the City of Golden Friendship just like to welcome you all to enjoy the wonderful world of fun and adventures.:cheers:

http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/2011/04/cdo-showcase-tourist-spots-in-manila.html/comment-page-1#comment-208726

Taegon

May 14th, 2011, 01:20 PM

Zest Air to start CdeO-Manila flights June 26, 2011
Posted on May 13, 2011 by damarre

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Zest Airways, Inc. (Zest Air), will start flying to Cagayan de Oro from Manila and back on June 26, 2011.

Based on the schedule, Zest Air will fly to Cagayan de Oro four times a week (TU/WE/FR/SA) from June 26 up to August 27 then flies daily from August 28 onwards. See their new flight schedules HERE: http://www.zestair.com.ph/zestair/downloads/flight_schedule.pdf

Zest Air will be using the Airbus 320 for their CGY-MLA flights.

This just shows the growing number of travelers and tourists to this part of the country.

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/05/13/zest-air-to-start-cdeo-manila-flights-june-26-2011/

michael_ray

May 14th, 2011, 07:59 PM

^^More flights are coming to CGY. I think there 19-21 flights/day in Lumbia already.

tsadahaGyud

May 15th, 2011, 04:06 AM

"forever and a day" starring kc con. & sam mil. FEATURES the beauty of NORTHERN MINDANAO..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pv3way70Jsc&feature=related

bisayadako

May 16th, 2011, 07:01 AM

New Tech vs. Old Tech in running a river rapids with a little bit of the verandah.

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Uploaded by kayakdomain on May 7, 2011

This is the last rapids before the Kabula take-out in Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental, Mindanao, Philippines by Kayak Domain on 19 Feb 2011.

First part of the video is the Makahambus Cave verandah, or viewing deck.

We are just doing a 2-3 hour warm up paddling in preparation for next days' river run.

The video shows a local transporting his bamboo raft to Carmen, Cagayan de Oro for sale. From here, he still needs at least 13km downstream before he can sell this bamboo. Talking about hard work.
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Travel & Events
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* kayak
* traditional
* bamboo
* raft
* kabula
* cagayan
* de
* oro
* misamis
* oriental
* mindanao
* philippines

Taegon

May 17th, 2011, 04:57 AM

Shuttle vans now available for Jatico Adventures
Posted on May 16, 2011 by damarre

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Shuttle vans are now available for those who seek extreme adrenaline in Cagayan de Oro City’s all-in-one adventure resort, Jatico Adventures. The vans are available on Wed-Thurs-Fri-Sat-Sunday, 8:30am to 4:30pm @ Jollibee Divisoria near the city tourism kiosk. Fare Php 50 one way, Php 50 going back. Like what Sharon Cunetasaid, “Sakay Na!”

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/05/16/shuttle-vans-now-available-for-jatico-adventures/

bisayadako

May 20th, 2011, 02:52 AM

CDO Kayaker Action Cam (Kayak Domain) POV

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Uploaded by onealkayak on May 15, 2011

ONeal of Cagayan de Oro Kayakers' headcam 720p mounted on his Dagger RX-6.9 sit-in white water kayak. Special thanks to Kayak Domain. The action was taken May 15, 2011 during the fun run from Cabula to Taguanao, Cagayan de Oro City river.
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Travel & Events
Tags:

* cagayan de oro
* cdo
* misamis oriental
* mindanao
* philippines
* kayak domain
* white water
* kayaking
* rafting
* rapids
* river
* extreme
* adrenaline

burotski

May 20th, 2011, 06:31 AM

begeeeeg! na-wengeg jud diay sya kay nakalimut na man sya sa 4th and 5th round hahahaha

Maayo pa wa gibalik ang pangisip ni Mosley... Wa unta siya nag-sige ug dagan! Ha! Ha! Ha! :-)

Taegon

May 20th, 2011, 08:49 AM

Attractions of Cagayan de Oro
By Fr. EMETERIO BARCELON, SJ
May 20, 2011, 1:10am

MANILA, Philippines — White water rafting and zip line thrills draw visitors to Cagayan de Oro. Amazing how word of mouth advertising goes a long way if you have something good. Jumping off the bridge and using rubber rafts on the Cagayan river has been an attraction for four or five years now but the zip line in Dahilayan, about an hour from the city past thousands of hectares of pineapple fields and up the mountain with its pine trees, has been available only the past year.

Going east for about two hours brings the tourist to Camiguin Island with its beaches, hot springs, and waterfalls. This has been an immemorial paradise, especially when speed boats were available from the city directly to the docks of Camiguin. The island boasts of seven volcanoes, a sunken cemetery with only the cross of an old church sticking out. It is away from the pollution of the cities and historically the stepping stone for migration from the Visayas to Mindanao. Curiously most important families of CdO invariably have roots in Camiguin.

Going west also for another two hours the tourist reaches Iligan City, the place of Maria Cristina Falls. The visitor no longer sees the majestic ribbon of water coming down the falls because its flow has been harnessed by a series of hydro electric turbines to provide cheap electricity for all of Mindanao for a half century now. It tremendous power and majesty can still be experienced when National Power opens its gates on Sunday mornings for a show of thunderous flow. A little farther is Tinago falls and its lake of beauty.

Going south into Bukidnon, again for another two hours, one reaches Malaybalay after crossing three deep ravines. The last bridge crosses Polangui River towering about ten stories above the river. This Valencia plain now has rich rice and sugar fields instead of tall trees of 50 years ago. This plateau is a good substitute for Baguio and Tagaytay since now it is as easy to hop into a plane and reach Cagayan de Oro and Bukidnon for the same amount of time and cost as motoring over Central Luzon. Maramag on this plateau has an artificial lake created with the damming of the Polangui for hydro power. The Polangui River moves southwest to become the Rio Grande de Mindanao that exits into the sea at Cotabato City. From the Valencia plains, one reaches Davao with its fields and fields of coconut and bananas.

Not too near but potentially a tourist destination is Siargao Island with its worldclass surfing waves. Also potential is Aposakahoy in Claveria, Misamis Oriental, with temperatures that drop to 20 degrees centigrade at noon time.

Again it is only two hours from Cagayan de Oro on concrete roads half the way and on all-weather roads the other half. Not so cold but compensated with the beauty of sharp mountains is Malitbog, Bukidnon. Only two hours from Cagayan de Oro, Malitbog town is an ideal vacation spot. Cagayan de Oro as the gateway to Mindanao beckons the visitor from Luzon and the Visayas to come. Of course, foreigners are also welcome.

<Emeterio_Barcelon@Yahoo.com>

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/319053/attractions-cagayan-de-oro

Taegon

May 20th, 2011, 08:52 AM

Cebu Pacific to upgrade aircraft for Cebu-CdeO-Cebu flights; more Manila-CdeO-Manila flights
Posted on May 19, 2011 by damarre

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Effective October 14, 2011, additional seats will be given to the Cebu-Cagayan de Oro-Cebu route as Cebu Pacific upgrades its route aircraft from an ATR 72-500 to an Airbus A319. It will also increase flights for its Manila-Cagayan de Oro-Manila route from 6x to 7x daily.

The move is in line with the airline’s continued commitment to promote tourism and economy in the destinations it flies with Cagayan de Oro City as among the popular tourist destinations in the country.

Below are photos of Airbus A319.

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Read more HERE: http://www.cebupacificair.com/aboutus/press/2011/05182011b.html

Flights from Cagayan de Oro to Manila have also increased in the past months as the last Cebu Pacific flight leaves Lumbia Airport at 9:30 pm.

See latest flight schedules HERE: http://www.cebupacificair.com/flights-and-fares/flight_sked/Domestic%20Schedule%20March%2027,%202011%20-%20UFN%20%28041111%29.pdf

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/

dark_knight_detectve

May 20th, 2011, 06:31 PM

Taegon

May 24th, 2011, 03:40 AM

Posted on May 23, 2011 10:13:39 PM

Zest Air targets 3 million passengers, P6-B sales

BUDGET CARRIER Zest Airways, Inc. (Zest Air) aims to fly three million passengers this year, a 144% increase from the number of passengers it carried last year.

ZEST AIRWAYS, Inc. plans to increase the number of passengers flown in a year by 144% in 2011, a ranking official yesterday said.
To achieve this, the firm said it is planning to buy more aircraft and add additional routes.

“This year, our target is [to carry] three million passengers. Last year we had 1.23 million passengers,” Alfredo M. Yao, president and chief executive officer, told reporters at a briefing yesterday.

“We are on track [on achieving this],” Mr. Yao said.

The airline will be adding four aircraft to its current fleet this year, Mr. Yao said. The four are to be delivered to the airline by the end of May, end of June, mid-August and in December.

Zest Air currently flies five Airbus A320s, which each seat a maximum of 180 passengers. It also operates one 144-seater Airbus A319, and four 60-seater Modern Ark 60s.

During the first quarter, the firm recorded a 30% increase in revenues, attributed to the additional airline that carried more passengers as opposed to year-ago levels, Reynaldo L. Rodriguez, senior vice-president for commercial and external affairs, told reporters at the sidelines of the briefing.

Last year, the airline only had three aircraft to its disposal during the first quarter.

The firm is targeting P6 billion in revenues this year, a 173% surge from the P2.2 billion it recorded in 2010, Mr. Rodriguez said.

“The growth will be driven by additional domestic and international routes amid the rising fuel costs,” Mr. Rodriguez said.

Eliseo M. Tabora, executive vice-president and chief operating officer, said during the same briefing that the firm has increased its domestic routes to 23 this year, from only 20 in the end of last year.

“Domestic routes... [now include] Cagayan De Oro, Zamboanga and General Santos,” Mr. Tabora said.

For international routes, Mr. Tabora said that the firm has planned to fly the Beijing to Kalibo route starting June 26 and the Cebu to Shanghai route starting July 2, bringing the total of the airline’s international routes to six.

Mr. Rodriguez added that the airline is crafting a refleeting program that will end in 2015.

“We are planning to add around two to three aircraft each year starting in 2012. If attained, we will have around 20 to 25 Airbus A320s by the end of 2015,” Mr. Rodriguez told reporters.

Mr. Rodriguez said that while some of the aircraft will be acquired, some will be leased from different sources.

“Regarding the funding, so far, it will be sourced internally for the aircraft that will be delivered this year, but for the whole program, we’re looking at borrowing from banks, local or foreign,” Mr. Rodriguez said.

In addition to its planned acquisitions and lease of aircraft, the firm is also planning to lease two Boeing 767 or 757s for its Bahrain and Middle East routes.

However, Mr. Rodriguez said the firm will wait for civil unrest to quiet down in the Middle East before pursuing the long-haul flights to both countries. -- KAM

http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Corporate&title=Zest-Air-targets-3-million-passengers,-P6-B-sales&id=31827

Taegon

May 24th, 2011, 06:53 AM

Turkey plans direct flights to Laguindingan Airport
Posted on May 24, 2011 by damarre

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Among the topics discussed during the recent visit by Turkish businessmen in Northern Mindanao is to have direct flights from Turkey to Mindanao particularly at the soon-to-be-opened Laguindingan Airport.

I’ve read this on a local tabloid “Newsline Mindanao”, a new periodical which has been circulating lately in the city. Below is the scanned article regarding the proposal. Click the images to read the article.

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Bamboo88

May 24th, 2011, 12:16 PM

fredrich85

May 25th, 2011, 08:03 PM

Good to hear that Cebu Pac is enhancing their air fleet for CDO-CEB segment, AIRBUS 319-320 are the safiest. Furthermore, lets welcome Zest Air by supporting their scheduled flights... CDO is really a good market to consider for airlines Co...

jaysan81286

May 27th, 2011, 06:22 AM

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY
RAFTING CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES

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bisayadako

May 27th, 2011, 07:13 AM

^^CDO gov't ACCREDITED list is here;
http://www.cagayandeoro.gov.ph/?page=tourism&cat=8

and the ONLY (AFAIK) outfitter that provide "Sit-In" whitewater kayak in the Philippines is;
http://www.kayakdomain.com/images/wallpaper.jpg

The rest of the whitewater kayak outfitters in the Philippines are using SOT (Sit-On-Top).

dark_knight_detectve

May 27th, 2011, 02:27 PM

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY
RAFTING CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES

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CdeO is blessed to have a very unique kind of river

michael_ray

May 28th, 2011, 07:07 PM

I had a blast in our rafting activity. Awesome experience!

michael_ray

May 28th, 2011, 07:51 PM

Duka Bay

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bisayadako

May 31st, 2011, 05:43 AM

...local race...almost Amazing...:)

POGS "PHAREX Cefuroxime" Survival of the fittest

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POGS Mid Year Convention at Cagayan De Oro last April 26,2011
Sponsored by Pharex Cefuroxime
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bisayadako

May 31st, 2011, 06:01 AM

...I don't even know who these Mocha Girls are...:) ...all I know is that many have "pula ug angas, pula ug sawag" already because of to many beers?

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Gala Night - The 64th PAL Interclub Golf Tournament 2011 with the Mocha Girls

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The 64th PAL Interclub Golf Tournament 2011 in Cagayan de Oro City with guest performer... The Mocha Girls.
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Bamboo88

May 31st, 2011, 07:54 PM

bisayadako

June 1st, 2011, 03:12 AM

pagkachada ba jud sa Limketkai Atrium:) nice jud nga naay vegetation ug manmade falls ilang gibutang sa sides....

bai, it's funny ang imong nakita vegatation ug man-made falls....ang akong nakita "fishnet" :)

boodex

June 1st, 2011, 05:38 AM

^^:lol::lol::lol:

Bamboo88

June 1st, 2011, 03:46 PM

bai, it's funny ang imong nakita vegatation ug man-made falls....ang akong nakita "fishnet" :)

aguy lisod na...fishnet man to nga gipantyhan...hahhaha...kita na kaayo ang liki...

greentiu

June 2nd, 2011, 01:48 AM

Cagayan de oro is the only and first city i have been in Mindanao island. My first few days in the city already gave me a sad impression towards mindanao. is it really like that? chaotic, full of trash, beggars everywhere, and it seems like there is a far crying division between the poor and the rich. akala ko land of promise ang mindanao. i thought i can only see such poverty in depressed areas in manila but cagayan de oro is worst. sana maayos na ang city ninyo to think that it is actually aiming to be a tourist destination, which i think is not impossible for your city since you are close to beautiful spots like bukidnon and camiguin, but the city center does not have anything to offer except for cheap bars and restos. hope to see more of mindanao.

bariQ

June 2nd, 2011, 01:57 AM

i have reported someone :D

burotski

June 2nd, 2011, 02:11 AM

Pagka- na lang gyud sa uban! Naay mentalidad sa Alimango gyud... Maghimo man gyud ug lain account para makapanghilabot lang... Tsk! Tsk! Tsk! There's a lot of things to do outside... It's important to explore para di mahimong Masinahon! :okay:

boodex

June 2nd, 2011, 05:39 AM

molestedtwineggs

June 2nd, 2011, 09:28 AM

oro plata mata

June 2nd, 2011, 11:56 AM

Unsa man diay imong impression sa Mindanao or CdeO for that matter? e ano ba ang tingin mo sa The Land of Promise? asa man ka nagpuyo dong?sa the fort?sa manila?hilas man kaayo ka manulti murag wa ka kakita ug slump areas sa Manila...:ohno:

he must be a stranger from the other planet..if he really comes from manila then let him know that mindanao was long neglected by the manila government. hilas manulti ning mga puti ug...log.

dark_knight_detectve

June 2nd, 2011, 12:18 PM

Region 10 tourist arrivals up 41%, MICE Events 24% (http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/view/237448)
Mike Banos
June 01, 2011
Growth indicators for 2010 continued to register positive gains for Northern Mindanao´s (Region X) tourism industry with total tourist arrivals rising 41 percent and the number of events in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) sector registering a 24 percent increase compared to 2009.

The 44 percent increase in 2010 of domestic tourist arrivals to 1,439,431 more than offset the 10 percent drop in foreign arrivals, figures from the Department of Tourism Region X office show.

Surprisingly, a 46.81 percent in arrivals from Hong Kong was recorded during the 4th quarter despite fears of a backlash as a result of the Manila hostage crisis in August.

The Ozamiz-Oroquieta-Tangub-Misamis Occidental cluster remained the region´s favorite destination with 45.15 percent (669,873) of the region´s total arrivals, followed by the Cagayan de Oro-Misamis Oriental cluster with 27.36 percent (405,904), Camiguin (19.61 percent; 290,972), Iligan-Lanao del Norte 7.05 percent (104,597), and Malaybalay-Valencia-Bukidnon cluster with less than one percent (12,179).

Tangub City´s December-long Christmas Symbols Festival again proved to the anchor event for the Ozamiz-Oroquieta-Tangub-Misamis Occidental cluster accounting for 45.1 percent or 208,999 arrivals for the fourth quarter.

MICE events hosted by the region rose 24 percent to 5,741 in 2010 with regional events tripling in number from 444 in 2009 to 1,865 in 2010. National events also increased 187 percent to 238 in 2010. However, the number of delegates attending these MICE events dropped 13.27 percent for 2010 (452,144 to 392,144).

The Cagayan de Oro-Gingoog-Misamis Oriental cluster remains the favorite MICE destination, hosting 76 percent (4,336) of the 5,741 events recorded in the region for the year. The regional hotel occupancy rate increased slightly from 64.33 to 66 percent with Cagayan de Oro again registering the highest (80) compared to other destinations in the region.

michael_ray

June 5th, 2011, 10:38 AM

Impasug-ong, Bukidnon

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jaysan81286

June 9th, 2011, 02:39 AM

Aside from experiencing the great rapids, why not try this during your rafting experience...

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nivramster

June 9th, 2011, 06:29 AM

^^ nag-anha pud mi dra adtong nagrafting mi.. but wala kau gyud mi suksok gitukok lang namo among bugsay :D

Taegon

June 10th, 2011, 10:18 AM

City gearing up for triple celebration
Posted on June 10, 2011 by damarre

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Cagayan de Oro City is gearing up for a triple celebration next week, Independence Day on June 12th, City Charter Day on June 15th and Jose Rizal’s Birthday on June 19th.

The City Archives Center Museum has been refurbished lately and as shown above, they’ve installed a tarpaulin and some sheds right in front. The museum houses some old photos of the city.

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Meanwhile, workers are rushing to finish the stage constructed right at the fountain of Gaston Park to be used for the activities on June 15. The stage is just temporary and this will be removed after the celebrations.

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Food stalls ala Night Cafe will displayed during the celebration.

For a while people in the park thought they’re installing the “dancing lights” but unfortunately, you’ll have to dance for yourself. :)

http://cagayandeorodev.wordpress.com/2011/06/10/city-gearing-up-for-triple-celebration/

Davao

June 11th, 2011, 05:14 PM

Davao

June 11th, 2011, 05:27 PM

MALLBERRY SUITES

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Davao

June 11th, 2011, 05:59 PM

boodex

June 12th, 2011, 08:12 AM

@ DAvao, nice pics bai, thanks for sharing...:cheers:

Taegon

June 12th, 2011, 02:16 PM

Midway White Beach Resort: The perfect getaway
By Nicole J. Managbanag
Saturday, June 11, 2011

DOTTED along the coast of Initao, Misamis Oriental is a paradise hailed as one of the most treasured gems in the Philippines and may be one of the top most visited tourist destinations in the country.

Who would have thought that an hour away from the city comes a perfect place to laze on pristine white sands while watching the panoramic view of blue coastal waters, plus too many amenities to choose from rolled into one package.

Are you short of coins? Check out Sun.Star's multimedia special report on coin circulation.

The Sun.Star family was one witness how this perfect hideaway can wash away our troubled minds and spirits as we had our recent summer getaway and team building activities in this paradise, aptly called as Midway White Beach Resort.

The activity’s aim of fostering awareness and reinforcing commitment to Sun.Star’s goals and objectives has indeed, been achieved, what with the conducive atmosphere Midway White Beach Resort offers.

The 31-year-old resort is owned by the Echavez family. It is indeed a perfect place to nourish the body and mind and to develop strong interpersonal relationships with team members.

When we arrived just before lunch time, everybody was amazed with the different amenities that every sports enthusiast would surely love to try. We were greeted by different people enjoying the newly-renovated resort.

As we settled our things in the cottage near the shore, some of us cannot help but indulge ourselves in the blue-green waters, not minding the scorching heat of the sun.

Others also trekked around looking for beautiful areas to strike a pose, in the hope of having something to show off on Facebook.

Borge Echavez, owner of the resort, greeted us with warm hospitality and gave us big discounts while using his facilities.

Echavez offered his glass-bottom boat for us to explore the sea, plus jetski, kayaks and even his 250-meter zip line to make us feel satisfied with our stay.

To further serve Midway White Beach Resort’s growing clients, Mr. Echavez is personally managing the resort’s renovation activities as he plan to add more rooms where guests can stay while relaxing at the white sand.

After lunch time, everybody, including the whole production team, had a grand time playing on the white sands while following every command of our ever-understanding general manager, Ms. Emily G. Goyeneche.
After taking part in the competitive activities, winners were declared and everybody had fun memories to remember.

With Midway’s tranquil atmosphere, tight security and friendly staff, the Sun.Star family went home with a feeling of interdependence among team members and everyone felt like being in the same boat together.

So the next time you plan to have your outing and team building activities like we just did, Midway White Beach Resort is the perfect place for you as it would not only provide you with a relaxed atmosphere but it can also help you have that fit body with its different sports amenities, all offered at very affordable prices.

Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on June 12, 2011.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cagayan-de-oro/lifestyle/2011/06/11/midway-white-beach-resort-perfect-getaway-160694

bisayadako

June 13th, 2011, 03:10 AM

beginners brave enough to kayak Class 2,3 (non-technical) rapids from Kabula to Taguanao, Cagayan de Oro City.

Beginners 201 Kayak Domain

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Kayak Domain beginners course from cabula to taguanao 8km river run. The beginner kayakers are those who are using sit-on-top kayaks. For booking, call/text 09177064184

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flipzychick

June 13th, 2011, 11:46 AM

thanks for the malberry pics, Davao! :) super like! :okay:

michael_ray

June 15th, 2011, 09:08 AM

DEL MONTE GOLF CLUB
2011 PAL Interclub Champion - Championship Division

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Cawayanon reminds me of college years. Every break (sembreak, Christmas, and summer) my good friend Rose would invite us for a horse ride, bowling, and swimming at their pool. Those were the days... youthful days. Thanks Cawayanon for the mem'ries.

fredrich85

June 15th, 2011, 02:57 PM

Congrats NorMin,.,. Hope that more tourists will flock Region 10 this year.,.,

Mindavao

June 16th, 2011, 03:23 AM

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Extreme adventures to the max

"IF YOU will build, they will come." That was what Burt Lancaster told Kevin Costner in the award-winning movie, A Field of Dreams.

The same was what Engr. Elpidio M. Paras followed when he developed the Dahilayan Adventure Park in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon. Started doing business only in 2009, the park is now one of the most often visited places not only in Bukidnon but throughout the country.

Engr. Paras, who is a businessman from Cagayan de Oro City, thought of building a vacation house and do a little farming when he bought the property. It was his brother Victor who cajoled him to buy a land. Other siblings followed.

Dahican is at the foothills of Mount Kitanglad Range, which is declared as a national park. The property Engr. Paras bought was located at more than 4,000 feet above sea level. The place is so beautiful that it reminds of you of Baguio City in its pristine days before.

But it was not that so more than a decade ago. "When we got the property, the place was really bare and nothing to it except cogon grass," Engr. Paras was quoted as saying. "Since it has been logged down in the late 60's by local loggers, and the kaingin aerosol came after that and burned whatever was left."

The first thing the family did was to plant 20,000 pine trees, which they believed was the idea tree in the area since it has a cold and foggy climate. Surprisingly, the trees grew better and bigger than what they had expected. "Today, the place has become a tourist attraction," says Engr. Ravi Michael P. Victorio, the husband of Rina Paras. The couple has a lovely daughter, Xantia.

As it is a hilly land, he thought of using the property for business - perhaps for extreme sports adventures. "If we were going to build something, it had to be better than whatever is around," Engr. Paras said. "We simply want to be ahead of the competition."

Indeed, it is! Thanks to the breathtaking and heart pumping zip line adventures. The park's dual zip-line is touted to be the longest in Asia. "There might be some other longest but ours is dual not individual," explains Engr. Victorio, who is the flights operations manager of the Zip Zone and other extreme adventures in the park.

The dual zip line consists of two cables each 840 meters long from point to point, with safety cable also 840 meters long. Total length of cables is 2,460 meters. Elevation drop is 100 meters with estimated speed ranging from 60 to 100 kilometers per hour.

For safety reasons, only those who are physically and mentally fit are allowed to ride the zip line and only those with height between 4'4" to 6'3" are permitted.

From the Dahican Adventure Park, there is a vehicle that brings you to the starting point. Then, the final event - doing the 840 meter zip line. For few moments, you are above the trees as if you are like the Man of Steel. The trip may take a minute or two but it seems like forever.

When you hit the end point, a stand-by photographer waits to capture one of the great moments of your life. For a fee of P100, you can get a ziprider's certificate stating that you have "successfully conquered the zipzone 840M." An additional P50 is needed if you want the photo of you flying like a superman attached to your certificate.

The dual zip line is the ultimate. For a starter, you can ride the 320-meter zip line first and then followed by the 150-meter below. "The two zip lines are meant to warm up visitors to what lies ahead," Engr. Victorio said.

To return back to where you have started, you have to walk going up following a scenic trail inside an area full of pine trees. Then, you pass by the eye-captivating Pine Grove Mountain Lodge.

The lodge is the biggest building of the Zip Zone. Here, visitors and guests can eat the savoring foods it offers. Or, you may opt to stay in one of its finest rooms, including those where KC Concepcion and Sam Milby stayed. Yes, parts of the movie Forever and A Day were filmed in this place. And the whole crew of Star Cinema stayed in the lodge.

The zip line may be the longest and scariest, but the park itself is the most beautiful, greenest, and cleanest on this part of the world. For one, it is smoke-free park. For another, its lush greenery of pine trees, Bermuda grass, flowering plants and other ornamentals are well-maintained. One of its main come-ons is a small plane at the center of the main entrance. Overall, the surrounding is perfect for both kids and adults.

The success of Zip Zone has inspired other siblings to put their own businesses in the area - as part of the park. The Forest Park is an ideal destination for family. There is a playground fall of life size animals. Don't miss your picture taken with sort of a picture frame with an Indian man and a wild pig.

The forest park has also some extreme adventures to offer. It has an All-Terrain Vehicle that can be rented and zorb balls which are used to ride down the hill. Horseback riding and mini-boat ski ride are also offered. Children would enjoy doing the 21 platforms tree top adventure, a 175-meter obstacle course adventure.

When eating, the family can go to the picnic area where various life size animals are also displayed all over the place: tigers, tortoise, crocodiles, gorillas, giraffes, and hippopotamus, to name a few.

Victor, the first of the Paras siblings who bought a property in Dahilayan, developed his place into a wedding venue and called it Dahilayan Garden and Resorts. Aside from weddings, the place is also good for fishing since there is a pond inside the resort. Children may enjoy riding the aqua balls.

Another Paras sibling put up a restaurant and called it The Cow Boy Grill. A sister, on the other hand, created a beautiful garden in her lot which she called Botanica Café and Garden. Aside from coffee, visitors can also enjoy the pasta and salads her café offers.

If you want to experience extreme adventures and still have the ambiance as if you were in another country, then try the Dahican Adventure Park experience. In some instances, the area is covered with fogs so as precaution when coming to the place the management reminds: "Due to sudden weather and temperature change, everyone is requested to bring their winter coats and jackets."

How to get there: Dahilayan Adventure Park is about one hour and thirty-minutes from Cagayan de Oro City. From the city, take the Davao-Bukidnon Highway, right on the Alae Junction, proceed 25 kilometers to passing the Del Monte Camp Philipps and pineapple plantation. Look around for markers that indicate where the adventure park is so that you're going to the right direction.

Sun.Star Davao (http://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/lifestyle/2011/06/15/extreme-adventures-max-161357)

Constellation2k

June 16th, 2011, 05:14 AM

chuck11

June 16th, 2011, 10:08 AM

1st Rafting Adventure's 16th Anniversary :cheers:

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jaysan81286

June 17th, 2011, 06:39 PM

Jatico Adventures
Bayanga, Cagayan de Oro City

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boju2

June 17th, 2011, 06:42 PM

^^Nice sir @Jaysan :okay: way gani wa nabugto noh :lol:

jaysan81286

June 17th, 2011, 06:56 PM

^^Nice sir @Jaysan :okay: way gani wa nabugto noh :lol:

Mao jud! Hahahahah! Pero gipa-maul akong chest ug arms.... ;)

Taegon

June 18th, 2011, 02:51 AM

Toyota Roadtrek: Driving to history
By PINKY CONCHA COLMENARES
June 17, 2011, 3:57pm

MANILA, Philippines -- In the Philippine setting, the adventure race challenge has a name, it is the Toyota Road Trek. Open only to motoring journalists, the Road Trek has established a reputation as a must-join event, close to a reality show.

Toyota Motor Philippines, Corp., though, did not organize the Road Trek to challenge any reality show; it was solely a fun and leisure activity to gather the motoring media every summer in the spirit of camaraderie – and a test drive of Toyota vehicles.

The 7th edition of the Road Trek held April 26-28, brought the adventure to Tacloban, Leyte. But the adventure started in Manila where heavy rains and typhoon warnings that were for the area we were heading threatened to cancel the event. Nothing can stop the Road Trek, so the group of 36 motoring journalists and several TMP executives and staff took the morning flight to Tacloban where an overcast sky only released a drizzle every now and then.

Nine Toyota vehicles – Prius, Vios, Altis and Innova – waited for the Road Trekkers at the airport, and the games began! Continuing the event’s reputation for fun, skills and a lot of driving, Road Trek 7 led the participants around Leyte, literally to some interesting pages of history. An adventure race like that evens the playing field for age, gender and personal inclinations.

The “race” started with riddles as clues, testing how minds work out a rhyme that led to hiding places in a lovely farm where we had lunch.

No one leaves Tacloban without driving across the San Juanico Bridge, the longest bridge in the Philippines at 2.16 kms. That the Road Trekkers did, for fun and of course for a prize for the best photos “colored” by an artistic eye or technology.

At the Sto. Nino Shrine & Heritage Museum, we were given volumes of information on opulent lifestyles by the collections enshrined there. The house was built to showcase the collections of Tacloban’s rose – the former First Lady Imelda Marcos. (A diorama showed Imelda winning the “Rose of Tacloban” beauty contest.) It was a very interesting 30-minute tour given by a guide who recited a spiel almost without interruption. The information was the source of the next challenge – this time to test what we could remember from the guide's tour!

The next challenge tested the editor’s eyes to spot 20 things that did not belong to the photo of the Landing Memorial at the Red Beach in Palo. Many of us had visited that memorial before, but we all stood still for a few seconds to admire the sculpture almost walking out of the beach. (If you haven’t viewed that yet, you should make time to visit.)

The mental challenges completed, we set out to drive to Ormoc, about 130 kms away, where we boarded a ferry to Cebu City. The drive was smooth, taking us through rolling fields and at least 20 kilometers of winding roads that were so tight, it was an ideal terrain to test the performance of the Toyota vehicles, or to learn the racing line. (Anjo and Aris taught me how to take the racing line in that same road while we were on a Cruising Road Trip years ago.)

The smooth drive prepared us for a rough sea cruise, the roughest I had even with the many RORO ferries we had taken for Cruising. It was a rough ride that must have unsettled many minds and stomachs – but since all the Toyota people looked calm and comfortable in their seats, watching a romantic comedy on television at the passengers lounge, I slept through most of the three-hour journey. But for many of the Road Trekkers who always display fearless skills in driving, mountain biking, rapelling, rafting, and whatever outdoor sports – the Toyota Road Trek 7 was another adventure that can add to their claims of doing the truly daring.

The reward for all that road-trekking was the experience of pure leisure for a day in a five-star resort famous for its luxurious amenities and a magnificent beach! There, on Friday night, TMP officials led by Mr. Michinobu Sugata, president, awarded the winners of the Road Trek 7. The first place went to Team No. 1 driving a Prius: Tito Hermoso (BusinessWorld) , Inigo Roces (Manila Bulletin), Vince Pornelos (autoindustriya.com) and me. Second place was the team of Brian Afuang (Manila Times); Vernon Sarne (Top Gear); Dong Magsajo and Jeff Reyes (Philippine Star). Third place went to Dino Directo (Manila Standard), Andy Sevilla (Express Life), Neil Pagulayan (99.5RT), Eric Tipan (Jam 88.3), Alan Sevilla (Win 107.5).

The first Road Trek brought a group of 40 journalists driving through a long road from Iloilo City to Caticlan, with challenges that tested skills in physical reflexes, charm, and ingenuity. In the end, each group was tasked to create a costume for an Ati-Atihan warrior, to be completed with street dancing! The reward? A full day of leisure in a luxury Boracay hotel.

Road Trek 2 was an outdoor adventure race highlighted by a whitewater rafting ride along the Cagayan de Oro River and a zip line ride across a forest. The third edition was a Sampaguita Rally in Laguna and an R&R in the luxurious El Nido island; the fourth was the most adventurous involving kayaking in a lake in Negros Oriental and rapelling along a waterfalls, and the reward was a day in a luxury resort in Cebu. The other Road Treks were in Panay and Boracay.

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/323099/toyota-roadtrek-driving-history

Taegon

June 18th, 2011, 02:54 AM

Breaking the romantic template
BLITZ REVIEWS By Juaniyo Arcellana (The Philippine Star) Updated June 18, 2011 12:00 AM

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Sam Milby and KC Concepcion, stars of Star Cinema’s Forever and a Day

Is it Cathy Garcia-Molina or Cathy Molina-Garcia?

Such things may seem trivial considering the director in her latest movie Forever and a Day (ABS-CBN/Star Cinema) tries to break the romantic template of mainstream Philippine contemporary cinema, for a change one of the beautiful leads shedding her mortal coil, not that this plot development wasn’t telegraphed in the movie’s first part, though still not enough of a preparation to endure the numbing second part exposition endlessly unto death. Do they part, or don’t they?

There must have been truth to past observations (not least the emotional weather report in a sister page) that modern Pinoy love stories on the big screen are a variation of that Hollywood staple Notting Hill. Yes there’s boy meets girl, get along fine eventually despite minor kinks like divergent class backgrounds or opposing personalities, have a major conflict to sweeten the plot only to be resolved, two or three or even just months later, with the parties reconciling and short of screwing, laughing or kissing merrily into the fast rolling closing credits. It begs the question that if everybody lives happily ever after, what can a poor boy do but play in a rock and roll band? Or in this case, make a movie that departs from the accepted norm.

Streetfighting man lead Sam Milby isn’t, rather an athletic business minded designer of rubber shoes. His counterpart is the almost effervescent KC Concepcion, who as the cancer afflicted lead, has her moments. From doing bucket list things at an extreme sports zone in Cagayan de Oro or is it Bukidnon, to battling the deadly disease that reaps a sea change of emotions from the audience feeling like Pavlov’s dogs.

Perhaps better are the support, since the good-looking leads tend to distract and in the long run cancel each other out in terms of ennui, such as Vivian Velez who has aged gracefully, or Matet de Leon still cute and funny as ever. Not to mention the veterans Dante Rivero and Bembol Roco, who lend much needed gravitas and therefore, ballast to enable this ship of fools to stay the course.

For don’t they look quite like a foolish ensemble for believing in the afterlife, that the lovers or are they will one day be reunited in heaven most presumably, for even if it was hell it would still feel like heaven if they’re together if we be so influenced by the theme song by America or is it Bread, all my life and that sort of thing.

So does the director Cathy succeed in breaking the template? Partly, and only because as mentioned earlier, one of the leads dies. The movie, however, leaves us hoping that there is imminent resolution, and ambient reunion on the other side of tomorrow. Molina-Garcia or Garcia-Molina has her moments, too, as she is not afraid of seemingly dead existential space that in an indie setting would be described as contemplative, but in mainstream is just boring.

Forever and a Day was graded B by the Cinema Evaluation Board.

http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=697357&publicationSubCategoryId=70

Davao

June 18th, 2011, 09:28 AM

[QUOTE=jaysan81286;79813582]Jatico Adventures
Bayanga, Cagayan de Oro City

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A word of caution guys.

It is safer to ride a double cable zipline compared to a single one. An incident happened before where the single cable broke killing the zipliner.
However, if the adrenaline rush experienced due to increased risk is a person's cup of tea, then its his/her choice.

One of the best examples of a great and safe zipline is the one in Maria Cristina Nature Park in Iligan. Try it. It is, in my humble opinion, the best zipline in the Philppines..

Aimee Ylarra

June 19th, 2011, 01:03 PM

bisayadako

June 20th, 2011, 04:14 AM

GAMA helps strengthens Region 10 tourism industry

By JOE PALABAO

THE Giya Amihanang Mindanao Association (Gama), also known as the Northern Mindanao Tour Guides Association, assured the city government of Cagayan de Oro of its strong support in regard to the promotion of tourism industry in Region 10 during its just-held First General Assembly here.

The Gama’s recent general assembly was a gathering of licensed and accredited tourist guides of the Department of Tourism, Region 10 (DOT-10) and key tourism players in Northern Mindanao.

The group said it will help boost tourism industry in the region through the promotion of tourism biodiversity using guided informative tours.

Gama’s first batch of officers were also sworn in during the gathering. Likewise, the officers were elected purposely to guide the association in its work for the benefit of the tourism industry.

Cagayan de Oro tourism officer Imma Rae Gatuslao briefed the members of Gama on the tourism status of the city.

Aside from the city government, the group has also expressed its strong support to Cagayan de Oro vice mayor Ian Acenas, also the chair of the City Council Committee on Tourism; Cagayan de Oro Travel and Tours Association (COTTA) through its President Rex Tapungot, also of The Red Rafts; and the Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association (Cohara).

During the Assembly held at Thai Me Up Restaurant, Reina Bontuyan, Gama active President and top Eco-Tour Guide, elucidated the importance of the presence and support of tour guides in bringing in tourists to Cagayan de Oro, as well as to Northern Mindanao; and the promotion of partnerships among the different tourism components which will bring in “synergy” to the tourism industry......

read more here; http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/content/?p=25

Post Published: 19 June 2011
Author: bwm
Found in section: Tourism

Taegon

June 23rd, 2011, 03:17 AM

Kiss the wind at Initao’s Lasang
Wednesday, 22 June 2011 00:00

IF your idea of paradise is a retreat to the blissful spectacle of an unspoiled nature park with magnificent ancient trees and spectacular views, the Lasang Secret Adventure Park can it make it real. The Lasang is located in the western part of Misamis Oriental, a vibrant and progressive province in the northern coast of Mindanao. It is a 40-minute ride away from the capital city Cagayan de Oro and just a few kilometers from the forthcoming Laguindingan airport which is currently being constructed.

The Lasang Secret Adventure allows nature lovers to explore the inner sanctum of the Initao-Libertad Nature Park, the home to centuries-old trees and endangered species which include tarsiers and monkeys, monitor lizards, flying lemurs and megapodes.

Rare birds are also found in the Lasang like the imperial pigeons (bawod), native doves (alimokon), emerald doves (manatad) and serpent eagles. One who would like to shun the dust and noise in the city may find solitude as one walks on a long stretch of boardwalk surrounded by talisay gubat trees and experience serenity amid God's wonderful creations. The Lasang offers a rare opportunity to commune with nature and enjoy the gentle kiss of forest breeze as one ascends the long and winding hundred-meter high staircase.

For the thrill seekers who would like to conquer their fears, they may tread along the canopy walk and touch ground through the 120-meter zip line. If you find a city hotel unfit for corporate workshops, trainings and team building programs, the Lasang Eco-lodge is the place to be. The provincial government of Misamis Oriental under the watch of Gov. Oscar Moreno is presently constructing a restaurant with function rooms designed to cater to domestic and foreign travelers and corporate events. Its close proximity to the Laguindingan Airport which is envisioned to be the northern gateway to the beautiful isLand of Mindanao will no doubt make Lasang a prime tourist destination.

The proposed P17.2 million Lasang Eco-lodge with a day spa undertaken by the provincial government includes the following facilities : five units of suite rooms with balcony, five units of double rooms, five units of single rooms, two units of dormitory with six double-decker beds, lobby and reception area, a business center, administrative office, kitchen, linen and laundry areas, storage and utility rooms.

The main feature of the Lasang Eco-lodge would be the spa where visiting tourists and guests can relax and reward themselves with a delightful moment with the traditional hilot and trained masseurs. The spa also offers a Jacuzzi.

If you're keen on investing in the tourism industry in Northern Mindanao, come and explore the investment potentials of the Lasang project. The strategic location of Misamis Oriental makes the province a major transport and transshipment hub in the upper half of Mindanao. Misamis Oriental and Cagayan de Oro has been a major contributor in the development of the region. Its capital city Cagayan de Oro serves as a convergence point for commerce, Education and services with most of the regional line agencies, banks and financing institutions and the best colleges and universities in Mindanao are located.

The potential in the tourism industry in Misamis Oriental is at its peak as industrial development continue to gain momentum in anticipation of the soon-to-be-completed Laguindingan airport. Misamis Oriental also prides itself with superior infrastructure compared to other areas in Mindanao with good weather all year round. Come and explore the Lasang Secret Adventure and discover the beauty of Misamis Oriental!

By MARICEL RIVERA
Provincial Press Office
Gold Star Daily -

http://www.goldstardailynews.com/life-style/4325-kiss-the-wind-at-initaos-lasang.html

Taegon

June 23rd, 2011, 08:02 AM

Extreme Adventure to the max
By JIMS VINCENT T. CAPUNO
June 23, 2011, 10:45am

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840-m Dual Zipline

MANILA, Philippines -- Dahilayan Adventure Park in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon is one of the most visited places in the country. It lies at the foothills of Mount Kitanglad Range which is declared as a national park and is more than 4,000 feet above sea level.

The park’s dual zip-line is touted to be the longest in Asia. It consists of two cables each 840 meters long from point to point, with safety cable also 840 meters long. Total length of cables is 2,460 meters. Elevation drop is 100 meters with estimated speed ranging from 60 to 100 kilometers per hour.

The Pine Grove Mountain Lodge is the biggest building at the Zip Zone. Here, visitors and guests can eat, relax, or opt to stay in one of its fine rooms, which, incidentally, was where KC Concepcion and Sam Milby filmed parts of the movie Forever and a Day.

The zip line may be the longest and scariest, but the park itself is the most beautiful, greenest, and cleanest this part of the world.

Aside from it being a smoke-free park, its lush greenery of pine trees, Bermuda grass, flowering plants and other ornamentals are well-maintained. One of its main come-ons is a small plane at the center of the main entrance. Overall, the surrounding is perfect for both children and adults.

The Forest Park is an ideal destination for a family. There is a playground full of replicas of life-size animals. It also offers extreme adventures. It has an All-Terrain Vehicle that can be rented and zorb balls which are used to roll down the hill. Horseback riding and mini-boat ski ride are also available. Children will enjoy doing the 21 platforms tree top adventure, a 175-meter obstacle course adventure.

Have a picnic amongst life-size replicas of tigers, tortoise, crocodiles, gorillas, giraffes, and hippopotamus, to name a few.

Victor, the first of the Paras siblings who bought a property in Dahilayan, developed his place into a wedding venue and called it Dahilayan Garden and Resorts. Aside from weddings, the place is also good for fishing since there is a pond inside the resort. Children will enjoy riding the aqua balls.

Another Paras sibling put up a restaurant and called it The Cow Boy Grill. A sister, on the other hand, created a beautiful garden in her lot which she called Botanica Café and Garden that serves coffee, pasta and salads to visitors.

If you want to experience extreme adventure, then try the Dahican Adventure Park experience. In some instances, the area gets covered with fog, so as a precaution, the management reminds: “Due to sudden weather and temperature change, everyone is requested to bring their winter coats and jackets.”

How to get there:

Dahilayan Adventure Park is about one hour and thirty-minutes from Cagayan de Oro City. From the city, take the Davao-Bukidnon Highway, right on the Alae Junction, proceed 25 kilometers, passing by the Del Monte Camp Philipps and pineapple plantation. Look around for markers that indicate where the adventure park is.

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/323886/extreme-adventure-max

bisayadako

June 28th, 2011, 06:19 AM

Mantangale: One of Asia’s best house reefs

By Joe Palabao, Correspondent

THE Mantangale of Misamis Oriental, which boasts of a view south of the Bohol sea and Camiguin island right across, has one of Asia’s best house reefs.
These house reefs are within the 1.6 million square kilometers stretch land area of the BIMP-EAGA equator asia which is claimed to be “mother’s earth true center of biodiversity.”
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Mantangale is now considered as a “swing destination” of Northern Mindanao for scuba diving, wreck diving, cavern diving and underwater breathtaking world experience where tourists can take pictures and view the marine trove of coral gardens.

Catering to the needs of the domestic and foreign tourist dive enthusiasts is the Mantangale Alibuag Dive Resort.

READ more here: http://www.businessweekmindanao.com/content/?p=1530

Post Published: 28 June 2011
Author: bwm
Found in section: Tourism

flipzychick

June 29th, 2011, 02:23 AM

^^ wala pako kaadto ug mantangale... :(

unggoi

June 29th, 2011, 02:50 AM

^^ wala pako kaadto ug mantangale... :(

nangadto me dadto last 2 weeks, 150 ang entrance. kamulo paman sila og renovate, tsada kau sulit imung gibayad.

flipzychick

June 29th, 2011, 12:48 PM

nangadto me dadto last 2 weeks, 150 ang entrance. kamulo paman sila og renovate, tsada kau sulit imung gibayad.

WOW! I hope i can go there after the renovation.

boronggot

June 29th, 2011, 01:59 PM

nangadto me dadto last 2 weeks, 150 ang entrance. kamulo paman sila og renovate, tsada kau sulit imung gibayad.

Tsada na lugar karun bay?? sauna man gud pangitan ko sa ila dagat.... mas ganahan ko sa duka kay mag snorkling ka doul ra..... :)

unggoi

June 29th, 2011, 02:28 PM

Tsada na lugar karun bay?? sauna man gud pangitan ko sa ila dagat.... mas ganahan ko sa duka kay mag snorkling ka doul ra..... :)

tsada na kau ang matangale bai, dli ko ganahn sa duka kay ilang balas murag shell nga gidugmok unsahay sakit sa tiil...hehehe

boronggot

June 29th, 2011, 04:25 PM

tsada na kau ang matangale bai, dli ko ganahn sa duka kay ilang balas murag shell nga gidugmok unsahay sakit sa tiil...hehehe

Wala na lugar tong dagko nga bato sa mantangale karun??? balas na lugar karun?? maayo... strikto kaayo na sila sa ilang pool... :lol::lol:... nakabayad amo kompanya kay nangaligo mi naa man zipper amo shorts... :lol::lol:

bisayadako

June 30th, 2011, 03:28 AM

Wala na lugar tong dagko nga bato sa mantangale karun??? balas na lugar karun?? maayo... strikto kaayo na sila sa ilang pool... :lol::lol:... nakabayad amo kompanya kay nangaligo mi naa man zipper amo shorts... :lol::lol:

maka-unsa man diay na ang zipper sa pool? :)
kung ilisan ug velcro ang zipper multa ba gihapon? :)

unggoi

June 30th, 2011, 05:27 AM

Wala na lugar tong dagko nga bato sa mantangale karun??? balas na lugar karun?? maayo... strikto kaayo na sila sa ilang pool... :lol::lol:... nakabayad amo kompanya kay nangaligo mi naa man zipper amo shorts... :lol::lol:

gamay na man ang nangabilin sa ilang mga dagko nga bato hehehe mahal raba ilang pool walay labot sa entrance.

Constellation2k

July 3rd, 2011, 05:37 AM

Commune with nature at Lasang
By Maricel Casiño-Rivera
Saturday, July 2, 2011

IF YOUR idea of paradise is a retreat to the blissful spectacle of an unspoiled nature park with magnificent ancient trees and spectacular views, the Lasang Secret Adventure Park can make it real.

The Lasang Secret Adventure Park is located in the western part of Misamis Oriental, a vibrant and progressive province in the northern coast of Mindanao.

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It is a 40-minute ride away from the capital city Cagayan de Oro and just a few kilometers from the forthcoming Laguindingan airport, which is currently being constructed.

The Lasang Secret Adventure allows nature lovers to explore the inner sanctum of the Initao-Libertad Nature Park, home to century-old trees and endangered species which include tarsiers and monkeys, monitor lizards, flying lemurs and megapodes.

Rare birds are also found at Lasang like the imperial pigeons (bawod), native doves (alimokon), emerald doves (manatad) and serpent eagles.

One who would like to shun the dust and noise in the city may find solitude as one walks on a long stretch of boardwalk surrounded by talisay gubat trees and experience serenity amid God’s wonderful creations.

The Lasang Park offers a rare opportunity to commune with nature and enjoy the gentle kiss of forest breeze as one ascends the long and winding hundred-meter high staircase.

For the thrill seekers who would like to conquer their fears, they may tread along the canopy walk and touch ground through the 120-meter zip line.

If you find a city hotel unfit for corporate workshops, trainings and team building programs, the Lasang Eco-lodge is the place to be.

The Provincial Government of Misamis Oriental under the watch of Gov. Oscar S. Moreno is presently constructing a restaurant with function rooms designed to cater to domestic and foreign travelers and corporate events.

Its close proximity to the Laguindingan Airport, which is envisioned to be the northern gateway to the beautiful island of Mindanao, will no doubt make Lasang a prime tourist destination.

The proposed P17.2 million Lasang Eco-lodge with a Day Spa undertaken by the provincial government includes the following facilities -- five units of Suite rooms with balcony, five units of double rooms, five units of single rooms, two units of dormitory with six double-decker beds, lobby and reception area, a business center, administrative office, kitchen, linen and laundry areas, storage and utility rooms.

The main feature of the Lasang Eco-lodge would be the Spa where visiting tourists and guests can relax and reward themselves with a delightful moment with the traditional hilot and trained masseurs. The Spa also offers a Jacuzzi.

If you’re keen on investing in the tourism industry in Northern Mindanao, come and explore the investment potentials of the Lasang project.

The strategic location of Misamis Oriental makes the province a major transport and transshipment hub in the upper half of Mindanao.

Misamis Oriental and Cagayan de Oro has been a major contributor in the development of the region. Its capital city, Cagayan de Oro, serves as a convergence point for commerce, education and services with most of the regional line agencies, banks and financing institutions and the best colleges and universities in Mindanao are located.

The potentials of the tourism industry in Misamis Oriental are at its peak as industrial development continues to gain momentum in anticipation of the soon-to-be-completed Laguindingan International Airport.

Misamis Oriental also prides itself with superior infrastructure compared to other areas in Mindanao with good weather all year round.

So come and explore Lasang Secret Adventure and discover the beauty of Misamis Oriental. For inquiries, call the Provincial Tourism Office at (08822) 727275.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cagayan-de-oro/lifestyle/2011/07/02/commune-nature-lasang-164615
Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on July 03, 2011.

cofnar

July 3rd, 2011, 09:53 AM

^^bog-naw kaayo ni dri, dri ko ga pangihi kung mo adto ko iligan:lol:

bisayadako

July 4th, 2011, 04:56 AM

^^bog-naw kaayo ni dri, dri ko ga pangihi kung mo adto ko iligan:lol:

ayaw lang gyud ug "pilok" while mangihi ka kay biharon unya sa sigben. :)

cofnar

July 4th, 2011, 12:35 PM

Lasang Treetops and Boardwalk in Initao to be opened to public
Posted on August 7, 2009 by damarre
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MISAMIS Oriental’s Lasang Treetops and Boardwalk eco-tourism project is set to be opened to the public after its soft-opening on August 12, 2009.
The provincial government-initiated project inside the 1,300.78-hectare Initao National Park shall be known simply as Lasang. It would be because travelers could easily remember the place, passing through the national highway in Initao and Libertad towns, since the area is thickly-forested. Lasang is the Cebuano term for forest.
Specifically, the 50.58-hectare Lasang project covers portions of Initao’s barangay Tubigan and Libertad’s barangay Gimanlayan, on the left side if one is headed to the west and opposite to the so-called Initao-Libertad Protected Landscape and Seascape on the right.
Lasang’s entrance is just beside the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
Tourism consultant Dorothy Jean Pabayo, who heads the Lasang Task Force, said that the construction of the P3-million Lasang project of the provincial government of Misamis Oriental started last year, with the assistance of the DENR.
“Today, the zip-line is already in place. There are now five hanging bridges, aside from the 100-meter board and 80-foot spiral staircase,” said Pabayo.
She said the structures that have been constructed make it possible for visitors to explore and experience the “inner sanctum” of Lasang which is predominantly characterized by century-old and naturally-grown trees.
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Wildlife enforcement officer Eddie Macasusi said that aside from the forests, there have been sightings of tarsiers since 1987 and there could be about 20 of them in the area. Tarsier is considered as the world’s smallest monkey. Ordinarily, one could not see tarsiers during the day since they are nocturnal.
“What we usually see are the long-tail macaque monkeys and there are hundreds of them here,” Macasusi said.
Aside from tarsiers and monkeys, Lasang has been the home of many endangered animals and these include monitor lizards (palao), seal-fin lizards (ibid), flying lemurs (kagwang), and chicken-like dark-brown fowls known as megapodes (kahael).
Right at the entrance of Lasang, playful Rosalinda (female monkey) could greet visitors with her friendly body languages.
Among the rare birds that thrive in Lasang include imperial pigeons (bawod), native doves (alimokon), emerald doves (manatad), and serpent eagles. There are three serpent eagles, all males, two of them were released in 2007 and another one last year.
“Certainly, the lush vegetation, the animals, birds and insects are attractions by themselves. But it takes more than that now since we have already put in place the structures and amenities for visitors in the area,” the province’s tourism guru stressed
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Bamboo88

July 5th, 2011, 09:29 PM

DropZone soon at Dahilayan
Posted by Damarre on Jul.05, 2011 in Proposal, Tourism
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Cable TV pioneer Engr. Elpie Paras again reiterated in his facebook account the putting up of DropZone, another adrenaline rush thrill ride amid the rising popularity of his Dahilayan Aventure Park.

In my post last February (LINK (http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=9691)), I mentioned that DropZone is a base jumping simulator as announced by Engr. Paras. However, in his recent wall post in his FB account, pictures below show Engr. Paras trying out the Sky Coaster at Six Flags, a known chain of theme parks in the US.
http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/drop.jpg
In my opinion, this version is much safer than the base jumping simulator. In Sky Coaster, riders in groups of 1 to 3 are winched to the top of a launch tower and then dropped towards the ground, swinging from a cable tether back and forth until brought to a rest. Sky Coasters can range from 100–300 feet (30.5–91.4 m) in height.

Well, whatever the final DropZone will be, it’s still going to be quite an adventure…to the max!

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=12810

michael_ray

July 6th, 2011, 04:05 PM

Yehey! Excited mode!:)

fredrich85

July 6th, 2011, 05:46 PM

cofnar

July 7th, 2011, 12:32 AM

Been wanting to visit this place. How far is it from Malaybalay?

its about 1 1/2 hours drive from malaybalay

miko_06

July 7th, 2011, 03:05 AM

Taegon

July 7th, 2011, 12:47 PM

Posted on July 06, 2011 09:09:11 PM

55K Trail Ultra Marathon kicks off July 9

MANOLO FORTICH, BUKIDNON -- The starting gun on Mindanao’s first ultra marathon hasn’t been fired yet but the event already promises to put the island in the global sports map of ultra distance running.

The Cagayan de Oro-Dahilayan 55K Trail Ultra Marathon covers Cagayan de Oro City and the municipalities of Libona and Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon, said Francis C. Velasquez, race director.

By dawn of Saturday, July 9, runners jump off at 3 a.m. from the Cagayan de Oro City Hall then pass through Barangays Nazareth, Balubal and Indahag; Barangays Capihan, Crossing, Gango, Kiliog and Kinawe in Libona town, Barangays Agusan Canyon and Ala-e before winding up at the Dahilayan Adventure Park in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon.

Some 166 runners have registered so far for the trail run that classifies 10 kilometers of the 55-km race as “steep uphill.” “We’re so happy to hit 166,” said Mr. Velasquez. “Our original target was 100 though we prepared for 150 slots.”

Mr. Velasquez said this is a pretty good number considering how similar events such as the Mayon Ultra had 80-plus participants; Bataan Death March Ultra with 142; and Cebu Ultra with 200. “So we are in pretty good company,” he grinned. Among the participants are two Americans, two Filipino-Americans, one Malaysian, one Kenyan, around 40 from Manila and Luzon, 20 from Cebu, and another 20 from Mindanao.

Celebrity runner Senator Pia S. Cayetano was interested but is injured while Leo Oracion of the Philippine Mt. Everest Team has reserved a slot. Jaymie Pizarro, better known as the celebrity running blogger “The Bull Runner” and Lit Onrubia, the Philippines’ first certified Chi Running instructor, evaluated the course earlier last April.

“I’ve been searching for the ideal race for my first ultra and this one has all of the elements I’ve been looking out for: natural scenery, off-road, safe (traffic-free) and fun -- relaxed, nothing too serious, and among good friends,” said Ms. Pizarro.

“I beg to disagree with Jaymie on the race being ‘not too difficult’ because I think it’s ridiculously difficult,” Mr. Onrubia said. “However, I have to say it is a world-class running event based on what she said about it.”

Mr. Velasquez said there will be an aid station every five kilometers along the race route although each runner is allowed to have an officially certified ‘support vehicle’ and the organizers have made a headlamp/flashlight, hydration system and trail/light food mandatory.

Participants are also encouraged to used cushioning shoes and trail shoes instead of flats and minimalist shoes, running caps and visors, headgears, and arm warmers and bring along loose change or small bills along with a mobile phone. A running clinic, race briefing and carbo loading event has been scheduled at a local hotel on Thursday, July 7.

An ultra marathon is a running event longer than the traditional 42.195-kilometer marathon as defined by the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU). The IAU-sanctioned ultras cover 50 km, 100 km, 24 hours and ultra trail running. These events are sanctioned by the International Association of Athletics Federations, the world governing body of track and field.

Many countries around the world have their own ultra. Among the more famous events in Asia are IAU World Championships in Taiwan, Japan, India, Korea and China.

While certainly not in the league of world-famous Asian ultras like China’s Gobi March and Mongolia’s Sunrise to Sunset marathon, Singapore’s Sundown Double Marathon night races or Nepal’s Annapurna 100, the Cagayan de Oro-Dahilayan 55K Ultra Marathon combines the best elements of the two types of ultras.

“It covers a specified distance of 55 kilometers and a cutoff time of 12 hours. It is point-to-point but presents many elements of trail challenges such as steep elevations and rugged terrain and most of the race will be run on dirt roads,” said Jeffrey T. Ang, president of Circle Productions which organized the event. “Aid stations will be located every five to 15 kilometers, where runners can replenish food and drink supplies or take a short break.” -- Michael D. Baños

http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Sports&title=55K-Trail-Ultra-Marathon-kicks-off-July-9&id=34300

Taegon

July 7th, 2011, 01:18 PM

RANDOM SHOTS: Pinegrove Mountain Lodge
Jul.05, 2011 in Investments, Tourism

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Pinegrove Mountain Lodge is the latest lodging amenities at Dahilayan Adventure Park and was recently featured in the movie “Forever and a Day” starring KC Concepcion and Sam Milby.

It offers a picturesque view of the park and has both dining and lodging acc0mmodations for the entire family. Browse over the photos below taken from its facebook account.

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http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=12783#more-12783

Taegon

July 7th, 2011, 01:26 PM

DropZone soon at Dahilayan
Jul.05, 2011

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Cable TV pioneer Engr. Elpie Paras again reiterated in his facebook account the putting up of DropZone, another adrenaline rush thrill ride amid the rising popularity of his Dahilayan Aventure Park.

In my post last February (LINK: http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=9691), I mentioned that DropZone is a base jumping simulator as announced by Engr. Paras. However, in his recent wall post in his FB account, pictures below show Engr. Paras trying out the Sky Coaster at Six Flags, a known chain of theme parks in the US.

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/drop.jpg

In my opinion, this version is much safer than the base jumping simulator. In Sky Coaster, riders in groups of 1 to 3 are winched to the top of a launch tower and then dropped towards the ground, swinging from a cable tether back and forth until brought to a rest. Sky Coasters can range from 100–300 feet (30.5–91.4 m) in height.

Well, whatever the final DropZone will be, it’s still going to be quite an adventure…to the max!

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=12810

cofnar

July 9th, 2011, 12:45 AM

these sites were well advertised by the movie "forever and a day" by kc concepcion and sam milby

dark_knight_detectve

July 10th, 2011, 04:51 PM

Opol Market at Night

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fredrich85

July 10th, 2011, 09:45 PM

its about 1 1/2 hours drive from malaybalay

A bit far, thing is I need to be here next year!!!

bisayadako

July 11th, 2011, 03:30 AM

Molugan (Opol) Shoal by day but you can also paddle here at night.

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Molugan (Opol) Shoal Paddle - 27Feb11

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This is Kayak Domain's 3.9km paddle from Marvilla Beach to Molugan Shoal at Opol, Misamis Oriental, Mindanao, Philippines. A return paddle to Marvilla beach is also 3.9km. We expect big waves because there is low pressure in the Visayas it turns out that the sea is so flat but the sky looks angry.
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cofnar

July 11th, 2011, 11:58 AM

bisayadako

July 12th, 2011, 02:29 AM

lingaw siguro ni, testingan nako ni

patsada gyud ug lingaw kaayo.

ofw_cebu

July 12th, 2011, 03:13 AM

we've been recently to Dahilayan Zipline and a day after did water rafting in CDO, well worth the experience, though dead tired in the end but well worth it. We stayed at Malberry Suites for a night and have visited the Divine Mercy place as well.

it was a good CDO trip. . . .

bisayadako

July 12th, 2011, 08:09 AM

HISTORY OF THE PHILIPPINE FUTSAL CUP WINNERS CUP
Posted on July 12, 2011 by Philippine Futsal

HISTORY OF THE PHILIPPINE FUTSAL CUP WINNERS CUP

Conceptualized and Created on November 2010 by Xarex Velasquez, who saw a great potential in FUTSAL. He saw that the 3rd Division players do not have an organized tournament to join in, so he created a series of 1-day-futsal cups. Not only did the tournament called PFCWC (Philippine Futsal Cup Winners Cup) attract beginners in futsal it also revived the thirst for fitness and love of the game for those former football players who have since retired from any sports activity .

Also, with the ULTIMATE GOAL of popularizing FUTSAL. He planned the PFCWC to be played on various covered courts around Metro Manila inorder for more Filipinos to see the sport which a testament of its motto PFCWC “Bringing Futsal Closer to Filipinos”.

The PFCWC was originally planned to be a tournament in Metro Manila only. But with interest in areas as far as Ilocos in the North and Cagayan de Oro in the South,....

read more: http://filipinasfutsal.wordpress.com/2011/07/12/history-of-the-philippine-futsal-cup-winners-cup/

jaysan81286

July 12th, 2011, 04:15 PM

Zipzone and Pinegrove Mountain Lodge
Rates, Packages and Amenities

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Bamboo88

July 12th, 2011, 06:27 PM

cofnar

July 13th, 2011, 12:52 AM

Zipzone and Pinegrove Mountain Lodge
Rates, Packages and Amenities

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ok raman d-ay ang rates reasonable man, ingon nila mahal, hulat lang ko kung mag promo:lol:

Taegon

July 14th, 2011, 11:30 AM

Zest Air launches Manila to Cagayan de Oro route and charters to Taipei and Chengdu

* Zest Air, the airline from the Philippines analysed in anna.aero this week, launched three new routes in the last week – one scheduled domestic service and two international charter services. As of 8 July, the airline flies between the country capital Manila (MNL) and Cagayan de Oro (CGY) on the northern coast of the island of Mindanao in the south of the island nation. The 12 weekly flights compete with Cebu Pacific’s 40, Philippine Airlines’ 28 and Airphil Express’ 14 flights a week. The international charter services are characterised by unusual scheduling. On 6 July, the airline connected Kalibo (KLO) in the central part of the country with Taipei (TPE) in Taiwan and on 10 July, flights launched to Chengdu (CTU) in Mainland China. The two routes are operated every five days.

http://www.anna.aero/2011/07/13/zest-air-launches-manila-to-cagayan-de-oro-route-and-charters-to-taipei-and-chengdu/

cofnar

July 14th, 2011, 02:19 PM

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Bamboo88

July 14th, 2011, 09:50 PM

Del Monte Philippines, Inc. - Camp Phillips, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon
pictures by: Mark Anthony Maranga

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Del Monte Pineapple Plantation

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Lush Green of Pineapple Plantation

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Home of a Del Monte Employee at Camp Phillips

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Home of a Del Monte Manager

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Camp Phillips Souvenir Shop

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Camp Phillips Tennis Court

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Del Monte Cooperative

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Del Monte Philippines Production Area

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Social Hall

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Camp Phillips Rules

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A view of Pineapples, Grasses, Trees of Bukidnon's Mountain

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Near ripe pineapples

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Pineapple Plantation

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Playground at Camp Phillips

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Rocky and dusty road of Camp Phillips

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Start of Camp Phillips

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Vinegar - One of the Products of Del Monte

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Welcome to Camp Phillips

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Del Monte Pineapple

http://www.markmaranga.com/camp-phillips-del-monte-pineapple-plantation-in-bukidnon/ (http://www.markmaranga.com/camp-phillips-del-monte-pineapple-plantation-in-bukidnon/)

cofnar

July 15th, 2011, 01:11 AM

pina ka lami pa gihapon ang roast beef sa delmonte, imitated but never equaled

michael_ray

July 17th, 2011, 11:07 AM

Summer Getaway: Top Tourist Spots in the Philippines
www.adlsu.com (ateneo de la salle university official webpage)
Last Updated on Monday, 4 April 2011 07:49
Written by Hyacinth, Senior Vice President

Summer has officially begun, and what better way to spend it than to go out of your comfort zone and explore awesome vacation spots? You don’t even have to get a passport — tourists are flocking our very own islands and having a great time!

So if you’re still thinking about where to go for your getaway, here’s a list of interesting Philippine tourist destinations.

Baguio

Of course, our Summer Capital always comes to mind this season. As if the blissfully cool weather and the lovely pines aren’t enough reason to visit, Baguio also boasts of the famous recreational and historical sites, such as Burnham Park (where you can rowboat on a lake) and The Mansion (which is the official summer residence of the President). Don’t forget to grab some strawberry jam before you leave!

Boracay

There’s a reason why this island is so famous around the globe. It’s a combination of world-class beaches, fun water activities, indulgent accommodations, and gorgeous sunsets. Plus, the atmosphere in Boracay is so relaxed that even foreigners love to stroll barefoot along the rows of tiangges. This beach-haven is also a celebrity favorite — during the summer, it’s filled with celebrity events and parties.

Cagayan de Oro

If you can’t decide between the city and adventure, then CdeO is for you. Its city proper is an up-and-coming urban site, with malls and hotels sprouting everywhere. But take several minutes of travel, and you can enjoy rafting on white-water rapids, or zooming along Asia’s longest dual zip line, or spinning like crazy inside a zorb ball, or even exploring caves and historical sites. Take your pick among the various city hubs and nature parks.

Camarines Sur

Extreme sports? Heck, yeah! CamSur has become internationally known for the Camarines Sur Watersports Complex, where wakeboarding, waterskiing, and waterskating competitions happen every year. There’s also the Skate Park, equipped with ramps for those thrill-seeking wheels. And for those who just want to enjoy the view, rent a picturesque cabana or chill in the white-sand beach resorts.

Camiguin

This province off the coast of Northern Mindanao is one of the country’s best-kept secrets. Stop by historical sites like the Sunken Cemetery (with its breathtaking sunsets), or detour into the various waterfalls. Bathe in the natural hot, cold, or soda springs, or at the serene beaches. Or go island-hopping into the White Sandbar or the starfish-laden Mantigue Island. To top that off, taste the delectable pastel — Camiguin’s pride and a sure treat!

Cebu

This island is full of sites that tell fascinating stories of our history. From the shrine of the Magellan’s Cross, to the statue of Lapu-Lapu, to the Sto. Niño Basilica, and even to the Taoist Temple, history lessons come to life here. But don’t be fooled: Cebu is a modern metropolis of interesting architecture and energetic people. Also check out its famous products, including the beautifully-crafted guitars and tasty dried mangoes.

Puerto Princesa

This city is a portal to the rich natural wonders of Palawan. First on the list is the internationally recognized Subterranean River — the longest in the world. If you’re more of a beach bum, check out the white-sand beaches, or take it a step further by sailing or even kite-boarding. But definitely don’t miss out on scuba diving to explore world-class coral reefs and amazing marine life.

Still didn’t find your ideal escape? Other top tourist destinations include Davao City, Zambales, Bohol, Cagayan Valley, Negros Oriental, Ilocos Norte, and yes, Metro Manila.

jaysan81286

July 17th, 2011, 02:45 PM

cofnar

July 18th, 2011, 01:07 AM

www.adlsu.com or Ateneo de La Salle University is/was my former cybergroup. Trivia: Cagayan de Oro City Based ni siya.... with School President as our Leader...

nag merge na d-ay ang ateneo ug la salle?

EdmundX

July 18th, 2011, 03:51 PM

nag merge na d-ay ang ateneo ug la salle?

Nah mao basin siguro pud ng merge na..:ohno::ohno: or bag-o ni siya na school.:lol::lol:

cofnar

July 22nd, 2011, 02:52 AM

dili na siguro sila mag merge, fierce competitors na sila

dark_knight_detectve

July 22nd, 2011, 02:52 PM

jaysan81286

July 22nd, 2011, 07:32 PM

Nah mao basin siguro pud ng merge na..:ohno::ohno: or bag-o ni siya na school.:lol::lol:

Online community ni namo (aiming to united Ateneo and La Salle). Daghan mi chapters ani naa sa Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Ang sa Luzon ang active kay ang Metro Manila then sa Mindanao Cagayan de Oro. If muadto ko sa davao, akong mga kaila didto kay members sa ADLSU. :) Sila ang ga entertain sa ako.

cofnar

July 23rd, 2011, 05:24 AM

Online community ni namo (aiming to united Ateneo and La Salle). Daghan mi chapters ani naa sa Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. Ang sa Luzon ang active kay ang Metro Manila then sa Mindanao Cagayan de Oro. If muadto ko sa davao, akong mga kaila didto kay members sa ADLSU. :) Sila ang ga entertain sa ako.

ah abi nako, naa na d-ay la salle dri?

dark_knight_detectve

July 23rd, 2011, 02:52 PM

Divine Mercy Hills Shrine in El Salvador, Mindanao is Holy Ground claims prayer group (http://asianjournalusa.com/divine-mercy-hills-shrine-in-el-salvador-mindanao-is-holy-ground-claims-pr-p11149-60.htm)

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“It was in the year 2000, The Golden Jubilee Year - when a group of Divine Mercy devotees started to receive visions, messages and instructions from Jesus to start to build the Church of His Mercy,” the testimony is told in a pamphlet -- published by the non-profit group Divine Mercy Foundation of Mindanao -- and explains the mystery behind the Divine Mercy Hills shrine.
However the response was not an immediate yes.
“For three straight years the group ignored the Lord’s request to build His Church out of fear and worry.”
They only had P2,000 pesos in the bank.
“It was an enormous task that the Lord was asking them. They had mixed feelings of doubts and uncertainties how this project, which will be funded from solicitations and donations, will materialize. Their fears and worries even became bigger with with the catastrophic disaster of the Twin Towers in New York USA in 2001.”
The narrative continues, “However, God’s ways are not man’s ways and the Lord rebuked them for their lack of faith with this message, “Why do you doubt? The fact that you have doubts indicate that you do not know your God, as you should. If your prayer life is infiltrated with doubts, you have denied yourself the greatest single avenue of power that your God has made available to you. Without faith it is impossible to please God. Obedience to my commands always bring fulfillment. When I give you instructions, obey immediately and watch My perfect plan unfold in your life.”
God won out. “Armed only with deep faith in the Mercy and providence of the Lord and convinced of the urgency of the message” the group, comprised of homemakers and ordinary townsfolk, frantically followed up with years of activity and outreach letting divine intervention miraculously clear the path that was once obscured by doubt and incredulity.
Today, the 50-foot statue of the Divine Mercy Image stands on the hills overlooking the town of El Salvador, now a city, in Misamis Oriental in Mindanao and Macajalar Bay to the east. The red and pale rays in the image are made of stairs that lead up to an inner chamber within the heart of the image where a tabernacle awaits the pilgrim. The image stands like a lighthouse for ships at sea.
The symbolism is intentional. According to the testimony, “It serves as a beacon of hope for weary souls and a fountain of respite for all people.”
The little town of El Salvador in Mindanao where the Divine Mercy Hills Shrine is ensconced above a valley has become a magnet for pilgrims and travelers from all over the Philippines and many parts of the world eager to see the wonders of mercy that the Lord has wrought in this remote part of the world. Among them are the faithful who carry out the deeds prayers and words asked in the “Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul” by Sister Faustina which reads, “I desire that the whole world know my infinite mercy. I desire to grant unimaginable graces to those souls who trust in My mercy.” (Diary 687)
“The site would be in this century what Fatima was in its own century according to the Lord,” explained Paquita Adaza, the spokesperson for the Divine Mercy Foundation of Mindanao, Inc. and one of the members of the charismatic prayer group that was inspired to carry out the enormous undertaking.
She explained it took their prayer group three years to act but in the end, the numerous signs, encouragement and inspiration from the Lord won out over what seemed insurmountable obstacles of fear, apprehension, lack of money and procrastination to build a shrine in an obscure town in Mindanao.
“True to His words, when the group submitted to God’s Holy Will, an endless account of miracles took place, from the discovery of the land, negotiations with lot owners, and finding funds for the purchase of the lots, up to the outpouring of donations for its initial developments and the construction of the P25M-plus, 50-foot statue in only three years.”
Paqits Adaza was in Malibu, California for a retreat last week, July 11-16, 2011, where she shared her testimony about the mystery of the shrine and announced the shrine’s last remaining work, the construction of a church for pilgrims which will be consecrated on October 13, 2013.
The church will be built behind the statue and a leading architectural firm capped the design with a unique building frame in the shape of crown of thorns that will adorn its domed roof.
“Time is short,” according to Paqits Diaz, “We were given ten years by the Lord to complete this work. We started in 2003 and we shall end the work in 2012-2013.”
There is a sense of anticipation in her voice. At the same time, one encounters in the person of Paqits Diaz a sense of peace and joy in the Lord and a total trust in his plan of mercy.
Intercessory Prayer Ministry
The Divine Mercy Intercessory Prayer Ministry, is the powerhouse behind the Foundation according to Paqits Adaza. “This group is composed of simple lay people who are blessed with the gifts of visions and prophecy. It is through the members of this group, particularly Agustina Tante, Merlyn Pacana and Marlyn Aguilor, that God revealed His plan to build the Divine Mercy Shrine.”
Shrine Facts
The shrine is currently co-managed by three organizations: the Divine Mercy Foundation of Mindanao, Inc., the Congregation of the Marians of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Inc. headed by Fr. Jam M. Rokosz, MIC, Superior General MIC and Fr. Jan Migacz, MIC, Superior of the Asian Vicarate of MIC, and the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro headed by Archbishop Antonio J. Ledesma, S.J. The Rector of the Archdiosesan Shrine of Divine Mercy is Fr. Walerian Pozniak, MIC.
The Divine Mercy Hills will feature complete retreat and seminar facilities. Places for reflection and meditation such as Mary’s Rosary Garden and the Stations of the Cross will sprawl over the 12-hectare area.
The 50-foot Statue of Jesus Christ of Divine Mercy is at the center of the shrine. Its base houses the reconciliation rooms while the heart holds a chamber of adoration.
Divine Mercy Hills Information
A book “Mysteries and Miracles: Divine Mercy Hills” details the work of shrine and is available from Divine Mercy Publications, owned by the Divine Mercy Foundation of Mindanao. For more information, email divinemercypublications@yahoo.com.
Healing Waters
The book “Mysteries and Miracles” contains testimonies of the many miracles witnessed at the shrine. It recalls how hidden springs in the hills of the shrine were discovered after much discernment and prayers during the early days of construction at the shrine grounds when construction crews experienced the hardship of hauling water up from the foothills.
The waters have healing properties as revealed and promised by the Lord.
Testimonies
One testimony is of the healing of a Muslim woman Nurhina Marcampo Udin in July 2007 as reported by Mrs. Raquel E. Cabarron in July 2007.
Another, Alma A. Jovero of Dumaguete City claimed she was healed of her arthritis after drinking the healing water. Her son, Wilfredo Jovero Jr. was also healed of his drug addiction on the Feast of Divine Mercy last April 15, 2007.
Miracles
According to the book “Mysteries and Miracles” (Page 44) Divine Mercy Hills is Holy Ground. And accounts of miracles give proof to the claim of the visionaries that the place is set apart by divine design.
The site was first visited by the prayer group on the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes, Feb 11 in a village coincidentally named “El Salvador” (The Savior).
“The Lord in a message said He prepared this place a long time ago. It is a place of healing and conversion. A safe refuge where weary souls come for rest,” according to Paqits Adaza.
Our Lady of the Snows
El Salvador’s patron saint is Our Lady of the Snows. Our Lady of the Snows commemorates the miracle of how an unusual snowfall in the middle of summer in the month of August in Rome marked the footprint of where the Basilica of St. Mary Major was eventually built in the year 352 to honor the wishes of the Blessed Mother.
Unexplained Signs
At the Divine Mercy Hills Shrine many have witness many unexplained signs.
According to eyewitness reports, “In August 25, 2004 one visitor, Mike Dial, a balikbayan from Sacramento, California, saw a flash of light like a bright morning star moving around the vicinity of the Divine Mercy Hills. It stopped above the spot where the Divine Mercy Statue is now standing. It was revealed in a vision to a member of the intercessory prayer group that the bright morning star is the one protecting the place which is holy ground.” (See bottom photo.)
Pilgrims also witnessed a celestial phenomenon also seen at Fatima, the miracle of the sun, in April 2004 on Good Friday after a recitation of the Stations of the Cross. It would not be the only time. Several times the dancing sun appeared especially during the celebration of the Feast of Mercy (Sunday after Easter) and the birthday of the Blessed Virgin (Sept 8).
Shrine Visit
Pilgrims are advised to observe a prayerful atmosphere when they visit the shrine. To spend time in the chapel praying the Chaplet of Mercy and simply communicating with the Lord. It is likewise advised for pilgrims to observe dress codes when visiting the shrine. Avoid wearing revealing dresses and shorts. This is a holy place not a picnic ground.
For more details about pilgrimage to Divine Mercy Hills, please call the office of the Divine Mercy Foundation Mindanao (Phil), Inc. at Telephone No (088) 350-9095 or text 09295468052. -- Special Report, AJ editor@asianjournalusa.com
Click on link below to download PDF of AJ 7-22-2011 issue p 24, "Divine Mercy Hills Shrine"
http://asianjournalusa.com/clients/asianjournalusa/divinemercyhills.22.11.pdf

bisayadako

July 23rd, 2011, 05:39 PM

OT: Cadel Evans (AUS) wins the 2011 Tour de France!!!:cheers:
Individual Time Trial just completed minutes ago and it's a tradition for over 100 years that they don't attack the yellow jersey on the final stage in Champs-Élysées, Paris.

fredrich85

July 23rd, 2011, 10:27 PM

CEB is currently offering discounted air fare to and from CDO..
check their website for more info

GearX

July 25th, 2011, 09:59 AM

CHECK OUT HOTEL OCCUPANCY RATES DURING THE FOURTH QUARTER OF 2010 (Table 50)....

^^ ^^ ^^ ^^
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Constellation2k

July 25th, 2011, 12:17 PM

PROJECT WATCH: Jatico Adventures phase 2 development in full swing
Jul.21, 2011

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Three months since its opening, JATICO ADVENTURES is now undertaking phase 2 of its masterplan development. So far there have been 10,785 registered visitors and guests in the city’s fast rising adventure destination.

The latest addition is the BIG SWING shown above which was completed just recently. A SWIMMING POOL is also being constructed right next to the WATER ZORB. This is targeted for completion next month (August 2011).

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Another new development is the KAWAYAN GRILL, a RESTAURANT built above the bamboos with a 360 degree view of the landscape. This is also due by August 2011.

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Others in the pipeline is a First Class Room Accommodation by September 2011, an AERIAL LIFT (cable car lift) by October 2011, and six (6) First Class House RIDGES by November 2011.

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For more inquiries, visit their website HERE http://www.jaticoadventures.com/. All photos courtesy of Joseph Jatico.

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=13098

Bamboo88

July 25th, 2011, 09:20 PM

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Bamboo88

July 25th, 2011, 09:20 PM

PROJECT WATCH: Jatico Adventures phase 2 development in full swing
Jul.21, 2011

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For more inquiries, visit their website HERE http://www.jaticoadventures.com/. All photos courtesy of Joseph Jatico.

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=13098

nice lagi kay murag ilang gi-name sa mga cottages nila kay cities of Mindanao?

cofnar

July 26th, 2011, 03:09 PM

^^dili pa d-ay ni completo, pero ok na ang itsura sa place

flipzychick

July 26th, 2011, 04:56 PM

^^mas mo improve pa unta...

Constellation2k

July 27th, 2011, 01:21 PM

Runners ready to hit the trail
Tuesday, July 26, 2011

TO PROMOTE Cagayan de Oro as a center of outdoor adventure activities and to promote trail running as an alternative outdoor activity, all committed outdoor people, dedicated trail and road runners, nature lovers and beginners will hit the trail in the first-ever Kagay-an Eco Trail Run on August 14 at Malasag in Barangay Cugman, Cagayan de Oro City.

Dubbed as "Explore and Endure: The 1st Kagay-an Eco-trail Run," this event shall Explore Malasag and Endure not only the competition from other runners but also the challenge offered by the topography of the course and other trail features.

Trail running, which is becoming popular now both as a physical fitness activity and as a sports competition, is a type of running away from the traffic, without the fumes, pollution and the noise in a paved road and generally takes place on hiking trails.

Malasag, known as a place perfect for outdoor adventures, is situated along the slopes of Barangay Cugman watershed facing the Macajalar Bay in Cagayan de Oro.

The Mapawa Nature Park and Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism Village are just some of the tourist attractions found there.

The race is open to all men and women ages 18 years of age and above for the 21k (no age restriction for the Beginner's Fun Run). They must be physically fit to endure the approximately 21 kms trail courses which have dirt paths and single track hiking trails found along the way.

Eighty percent of the race is along hiking trails with occasional drop-offs of 180 to 300 meters and elevation gains of 100 to 350 meters.

The race will start and end at the Gardens of Malasag Camping ground.

One unique feature of the race is that a tree will be planted by each of the participant of the 21k as their contribution to nature conservation and mitigation of climate change.

The event is initiated by the National Union to Restore the Environment (NATURE Inc.), an environmental non-government organization, and Xavier University-Nature Crusaders of the Philippines Foundation (XU-NCPF), a school-based environmental organization. The two groups planned this activity to promote the protection of the environment and at the same time promote healthful way to get fit.

For Beginners Fun Run, the registration fee is P300 inclusive of race kit, a 10 percent discount at The North Face Store, finisher's certificate, waived entrance fee at Gardens of Malasag, snacks, water and coupon for raffle draw by sponsor's product.

For the Open category (men and women), the registration fee is P600 inclusive of race kit, 10 percent discount at The North Face Store, Check Points Wrist Band, snacks, water, raffle draw by sponsor's product, finisher's medal and waived entrance fee at Gardens of Malasag and Mapawa Nature Park.

Discounted accommodations can also be provided for out-of-town participants at the Gardens of Malasag and Mapawa Nature Park.

Race kits will be released starting August 1. Out-of-town participants can claim the race kits a day before the race.

Distribution centers will be indicated on the claim stub upon registration.

For more details, visit www.kagay-anecotrailrun.webs.com and the Kagay-an Eco Trail Run Facebook page.

Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on July 27, 2011.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cagayan-de-oro/lifestyle/2011/07/26/runners-ready-hit-trail-169142

bisayadako

August 1st, 2011, 07:20 AM

OT: http://www.news.com.au/technology/its-official-internet-explorer-users-are-totally-dumb/story-e6frfro0-1226105771664 just for fun :)

jaysan81286

August 2nd, 2011, 02:43 PM

nice lagi kay murag ilang gi-name sa mga cottages nila kay cities of Mindanao?

Bukidnon
Dabaw
Camiguin
Lanao

Mao nang name sa mga Cottages ata...

Ang position sa cottage kay mao ang direction ana na place...

Bamboo88

August 2nd, 2011, 05:46 PM

Bukidnon
Dabaw
Camiguin
Lanao

Mao nang name sa mga Cottages ata...

Ang position sa cottage kay mao ang direction ana na place...

nice...thanks sa info jaysan....

bisayadako

August 4th, 2011, 02:15 PM

My Best Weird KO of 2011(Pinoy Pride 6:Jason Pagara Devastating KO over Juan Carlos Gallegos)

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bisayadako

August 4th, 2011, 02:34 PM

Pinoy Pride 5 Jason Pagara KO Deo Njiku in Rd. 2

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bisayadako

August 4th, 2011, 02:52 PM

Pinoy Pride 3 - Jason Pagara HD 720p

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boodex

August 4th, 2011, 04:04 PM

^^ thanks for sharing sir bisdak...:cheers:
CdeO's best boxing prospects...Jason Pagara and Milan Melindo...:banana:

cofnar

August 5th, 2011, 01:43 AM

Pinoy Pride 3 - Jason Pagara HD 720p

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vicious, that was KO of the year for me, i think pagara needs to step up in competition, melindo is closer to the championship and is more likely the next champ from cdo

bisayadako

August 5th, 2011, 04:07 AM

vicious, that was KO of the year for me, i think pagara needs to step up in competition, melindo is closer to the championship and is more likely the next champ from cdo

Bob Arum (and Freddie) should consider Jason. Unlike Pacman when he was younger, Jason is more of a "thinking", tactician boxer. When Pacman was 19 y.o he was a brawler...Pacman was like right jab, right jab, left straight...repeat that for at least half of the round. Jason at 19 yo is already clinical.

boodex

August 5th, 2011, 05:54 AM

^^Jason has great potential, he must step up the level of competition just like Milan Melindo...then lets just see from there, if Bob is convince, hopefully Top Rank will sign him...:cheers:

bisayadako

August 5th, 2011, 08:02 AM

^^Jason has great potential, he must step up the level of competition just like Milan Melindo...then lets just see from there, if Bob is convince, hopefully Top Rank will sign him...:cheers:

although Jason has 1 lost...but his KO rate is higher compared to Melindo... thus Jason's fights are more exciting...that's what fans are looking for.

cofnar

August 5th, 2011, 08:41 AM

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cofnar

August 5th, 2011, 08:42 AM

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cofnar

August 5th, 2011, 08:43 AM

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Constellation2k

August 5th, 2011, 01:37 PM

PROJECT WATCH: Duck Tours update
Aug.04, 2011

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The Philippines first amphibious river and harbor tours is well underway with the Lighter Amphibian Resupply Cargo (LARC) V amphibious truck now currently undergoing a refit for river cruise duty. Photo above shows additional bulkheads made from marine grade aluminum being welded using a TIG spool in gun welding machine. A canopy will be installed over the passenger seating area.

According to Engr. Elpie Paras in his FB acount, the LARC V amphibian underwent engine overhaul. The bulkheads are to keep the passengers from getting wet and also the original configuration was made for cargo to be slid out in pallets, thus no sidings.

Sea trials are being targeted before the fiesta and if plans push thru, it could join in the Golden Float Parade this coming city fiesta.

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They are now awaiting clearance from MARINA. Photo below shows the LARC V during its arrival.

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Hopefully, this will be launched in September, another first for Cagayan de Oro.

all photos by Engr. Elpie Paras

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=13438#more-13438

dark_knight_detectve

August 5th, 2011, 02:18 PM

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ive never been inside here since after it was remodeled/renovated

boodex

August 5th, 2011, 03:54 PM

cofnar

August 6th, 2011, 02:17 AM

ive never been inside here since after it was remodeled/renovated

gamay ra ila exhibit kay, bawal pa gyud camera na naay flash, kay maka daot kuno sa artifacts

greg diaz

August 6th, 2011, 02:19 AM

careful kau c cofnar nga d makita samin sa pics.. :lol:

cofnar

August 6th, 2011, 02:37 AM

careful kau c cofnar nga d makita samin sa pics.. :lol:

invisibility tactics:lol:

flipzychick

August 6th, 2011, 08:14 AM

^^ nitagam nxa kay nakita nako iyang shirt bfore sa samin...hahaha! gave me a little idea kung unsa xa...hehehe!

bisayadako

August 11th, 2011, 06:08 AM

Kayak Domain - CDO FIESTA SALE August 2011

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FIESTA SALE for the month of AUGUST 2011!!!
FREE "KD Paddle" worth P4999 for every (new & used) Kayak sold!!!
FREE "KD Spraydeck" worth P4500 for every Brand New Sit-IN Kayak sold!!!

Promo ends 31 August 2011 or while stocks last.

Taegon

August 11th, 2011, 02:53 PM

Artists’ Village to rise at Upper Puerto; to house country’s longest art gallery
Aug.11, 2011

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The country’s longest art gallery is set to rise along Sayre Highway in Mambatangan, Upper Puerto, Cagayan de Oro City.

This after the groundbreaking rites held recently for Mindanao’s first artists’ village project, a 2.3 hectare lot with a frontage stretching a kilometer long beside Sayre Highway and will feature the various art forms of Mindanao including the “soil paintings” of Bukidnon, contemporary art of striving artists and facilities by which artists can grow. The project is funded through the initiative of true patrons of the arts in Cagayan de Oro City. The undertaking is also in partnership with the National Commission on Culture and Arts (NCCA).

The groundbreaking rites involved the lumads of the Higaonon Manobo tribe. Accordingly, Dire Husi Initiatives, Inc. will manage the artist village.

with some text by Eli Tabasuares

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=13640

Taegon

August 12th, 2011, 09:16 AM

Artists’ Village to open in uptown Oro brgy
Friday, 12 August 2011 00:00

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artist’s perspective by Eli Tabasuares

A new art gallery and Artists' Village will be constructed in barangay Mambatangan in Cagayan de Oro City. In a groundbreaking ceremony inside the 2.3-hectare Artists Village, Iries Saavedra, the owner of the proposed project, said that it will put Cagayan de Oro as an art city.

Saavedra, who used to own Patsada Productions, said that the planned arts center will draw in local and international tourists and will help generate awareness of arts in Mindanao.
Saavedra added that this will be the first art village in Mindanao.

Rhyan Casino, the National Commission for the Culture and the Arts (NCCA) 10 coordinator, said that the Artists Ville will house the longest art gallery in the country. Casino said that the planned gallery is a 136 meter-long building with an interior fit for international art shows.

Saavedra added that artists from the country will have the chance to showcase their works. Saavedra said that the planned main gallery will have to display artworks at par with the rest of the world. But this should be made by Filipino artists.

Eli Tabasuarez, a painter who is also one of the visionaries who planned the arts ville, said that they will strive to to revive art as an integral part of tourism and provide steady opportunities for shows for all art forms. Tabasuarez added that the village be having lush vegetation as an added attraction.

In the pipeline for the initial constructions are three buildings made of indigenous materials like bamboos and cogon grass for roofing. Saavedra said that they will have to reconstruct villages from indigenous tribes of Mindanao. Casino said that they will also have to use the natural contour of the Land instead of leveling them off.

An ample parking lot will also be provided right beside the first three buildings constructed. The initial building will be a coffee shop, the main hall will served as the initial gallery and a work area where artisans can do their work. Other structures in the drawing board are the replica of old villages in Mindanao, guest houses for art workshops and seminars, and a curator's house.

Saavedra said that Patsada Productions will fund the projects and NCCA will identify artists that can hold their show in the village.

Casino said that by October, they will have their first production performance on October with the Tambulan, a festival of fire and percussion under the full moon. Saavedra also shared that Patsada Production will also bring back the Viva Ethnica which used to dominate the production performances in Mindanao in the 90s.

Casino said that the Tambulan will happen every full moon each month and will showcase fire dancing, drum beating and other festival activities. The village which has a total Land area of 3.6 hectares with the 2.3 used as the main ground will also house a performance theater that will cater to the productions of Viva Ethnica. Saavedra said that eventually, Artists Ville will become a major tourism destination in the city and will provide avenue for aspiring artists, theater and performance groups in Mindanao.

http://www.goldstardailynews.com/life-style/5417-artists-village-to-open-in-uptown-oro-brgy.html

Taegon

August 12th, 2011, 09:33 AM

PROJECT WATCH: XU Museum renovation underway
Aug.12, 2011

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The Xavier University Museum or Museo de Oro located inside the school’s main campus in now undergoing renovation.

This is long overdue even as the building itself needs further improvement. As shown, work is concentrated on the right side portion next to the museum’s main entrance. All museum visits are still allowed as the museum’s collection are housed in the upper floors.

The museum contains collections of ethnological and archaeological materials and other artifacts illustrating the cultural anthropology and folk traditions of Northern Mindanao. The museum is also conducting further research and studies primarily on local history and folkloristic and comparative religion in Mindanao as well as in the entire country.

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Hopefully, when the renovations are done, more collections will be displayed.

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=13662

bisayadako

August 15th, 2011, 07:55 AM

Kayak Slalom Coach on his first kayak paddle (since Dec 2010) in Cagayan River. Warm up ferry at Kabula put-in for a 6km run to Taguanao. We, CDO Kayakers are looking forward to work with him on developing young Kayak Slalom paddlers for FREE. Who knows we may represent the Philippines one day.

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Peter Parker, a slalom kayaker from UK who has now moved to Cagayan de Oro, Philippines. He's with the CDO Kayakers last August 14, 2011 for a 6km river run from Cabula to Taguanao. Special thanks to Kayak Domain. The premier kayaking outdoor store in the city. Call/Text 0917-706-4184 or visit www. kayakdomain.com

Category:
Travel & Events

miko_06

August 16th, 2011, 05:28 AM

naa untay program nga himoon atong tourism office para gyud modaghan atong mga tourist , white water wharfting, dahilayan, scuba sa duka, white beaches sa Western Mis. Or ug daghan pa.....

bisayadako

August 16th, 2011, 06:35 AM

naa untay program nga himoon atong tourism office para gyud modaghan atong mga tourist , white water wharfting, dahilayan, scuba sa duka, white beaches sa Western Mis. Or ug daghan pa.....

bai, sa ako personal experience murag loya kaayo ang Tourism Office. Kami mismo nga naa sa Outfitting business ang gapaningoha (individually) nga ma-promote ang among mga outdoor business. Supposedly, this is the job of the Tourism Office. Pero loya pa sa anaemic ang mga katawhan diha.

flipzychick

August 16th, 2011, 06:43 AM

bai, sa ako personal experience murag loya kaayo ang Tourism Office. Kami mismo nga naa sa Outfitting business ang gapaningoha (individually) nga ma-promote ang among mga outdoor business. Supposedly, this is the job of the Tourism Office. Pero loya pa sa anaemic ang mga katawhan diha.

why not write a letter to them? e try lang... daghan kog amigo sa tourism office. let all your concerns out, pati mga comments and suggestions...

bisayadako

August 16th, 2011, 07:54 AM

why not write a letter to them? e try lang... daghan kog amigo sa tourism office. let all your concerns out, pati mga comments and suggestions...

In the tourism office, there are people who's job is particularly this. They themselves SHOULD do their research instead of waiting for some small business to come to them. Naa ba sila webpage nga maka butang ko ug comments?

GearX

August 16th, 2011, 08:16 AM

In the tourism office, there are people who's job is particularly this. They themselves SHOULD do their research instead of waiting for some small business to come to them. Naa ba sila webpage nga maka butang ko ug comments?

the best thing to do is to visit personally Ms. Imma Rae Gatuslao...:cheers:

bisayadako

August 16th, 2011, 08:48 AM

the best thing to do is to visit personally Ms. Imma Rae Gatuslao...:cheers:

but what are they doing with the current info they have? is there a marketing drive? are we just be providing info and it just sits on their PCs? i don't even know if they have a webpage (not even website, just a page) that they maintain. Their webpage in cagayandeoro.gov.ph is not even updated. Webpage are usually the first thing people look at. If you fail on that step 1, then forget the rest of it.

bisayadako

August 17th, 2011, 06:54 AM

Jungle Bouldering - Cagayan de Oro

* Written By: Dennis Diaz
* 14/10/2010
* Categorized in: Articles, Bouldering

"The bamboo splinters, giving a sharp crack beneath our feet. The wind ruffles the leaves on the canopy above our heads. The constant gurgling of the river. These are the sounds of the jungle - the wild side of bouldering in the tropics. Jasaan, Catanico, Kimaya, Sagpulon… the tribal names of each of these places warrants warrior style bouldering."

I can imagine how the search for these boulders came to be. Ric-Ric and Junnel had gone out into the dense jungle and came back after a full afternoon with arms and necks lashed red and scratched from cogon, thorn bushes, strangle vines and who knows what names they have for those other blood thirsty vegetables. The news Ric-Ric and Junnel brought with them halted all from the drinking sesh to listen as they described the way the rock towered and overhung at the new place they’d discovered.

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READ MORE here: http://info.rockrun.com/articles/jungle-bouldering---cagayan-de-oro.html

miko_06

August 18th, 2011, 01:08 AM

bisayadako

August 18th, 2011, 05:26 AM

misyo man gani tourism sec. nag resign man gani....kung effective lng gyud ang program sa DOT bsin mapareha ta sa thailand....nga tourism ang ga boost sa ilang economy...pero as filipino we should patronize our own...

I was hoping that the Tourism webpage at cagayandeoro.gov.ph should be updated regularly. Plus put a blogger in there who will do a feature say once a week? And answer queries from the Net? That way they have a job to do.

GearX

August 18th, 2011, 08:49 AM

Bamboo88

August 18th, 2011, 07:58 PM

COLOR ME BADD
Live in CDO
(with All-4-One)
The groups will perform their biggest hits, as well as a selection of Michael Jackson songs.

* Sept. 07, 2011 / 8:00PM / Araneta Coliseum / Manila
* Sept. 09, 2011 / 8:00PM / Waterfront Hotel ballroom / Cebu
* Sept. 10, 2011 / 8:00PM / The Atrium – Limketkai Center / Cagayan de Oro
* Sept. 13, 2011 / 8:00PM / Subic Convention Center / Olongapo
* Sept. 14, 2011 / 8:00PM / Pagcor / Angeles

http://colormebadd.net/tour.html

bisayadako

August 23rd, 2011, 03:56 AM

CDO Kayakers Fun Run (20110821)
@ Jeepney Eater, Kabula

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Uploaded by onealkayak on Aug 22, 2011

Cagayan de Oro Kayakers fun river run from Cabula to Taguanao. A 6km run with at least 12 rapids at Class 1 - 3+.

Category:
Sports

Bamboo88

August 23rd, 2011, 07:39 PM

PINOY MASTERCHEF EDITION AUDITIONS
N HOTEL - Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City
September 5, 2011
8 am to 3 pm
6dZ1wJ0RUz8

dark_knight_detectve

August 25th, 2011, 04:09 AM

Go Extreme: Experience Water Rafting Cagayan de Oro (http://www.delhinewsrecord.com/Community/NewsDisplay.aspx?c=183667)
Posted By TikoyDaLegend
3 days ago
July 22, 2011- Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines - one of the best provider of whitewater rafting package- Great White Water Tours- has offered one of a kind Cagayan de Oro whitewater rafting experience for rafting enthusiasts.

Water rafting Cagayan de Oro is a combination of both sport and adventure. This allows rafters to travel the river in a thrill splashy way. Whitewater rafting consist of navigating the river in either calm or in turbulence.

Cagayan de Oro water rafting has made its way to its popularity as the City was crowned as the adventure capital of the Philippines. It was then, when Cagayan de Oro whitewater rafting has boomed to its top of the line rafting adventure.

Water rafting Cagayan de Oro as offered by one of the best rafting outfitter- Great White Water Tours which provides a one of a kind and memorable rafting experience that rafters and sport enthusiasts can never find anywhere else.

Since Cagayan de Oro whitewater rafting has gained its popularity all over the country, celebrities and locals are already hooked in trying this adrenaline kicking adventure. Cagayan de Oro river rafting gives extraordinary experience that one can keep and brag forever. Get wet and experience pure splash of adrenaline with CdeO's whitewater rafting adventure.

For more information about Cagayan de Oro whitewater rafting call +63-88-851-7856
Or log on to http://www.riverraftingcdo.com/

About Great Water Tours

Great White Water Tours combined the elements of unforgettable river rafting adventure - the beautiful scenery, the thrilling rapids, the fresh and delicious meals coupled with courteous and very knowledgeable guides with an emphasis on rafters safety and professionalism. Each trip is carefully geared to meet your level of experience and sense of adventure whether it is an express half day river rafting or a whole day rafting experience.

cofnar

August 27th, 2011, 12:29 AM

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cofnar

August 27th, 2011, 12:30 AM

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cofnar

August 27th, 2011, 12:31 AM

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cofnar

August 27th, 2011, 12:32 AM

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jaysan81286

August 27th, 2011, 04:54 PM

Coming Soon!

M/V Ducklas Macartour
Oro River Duck Tours
The Philippines First Amphibious Tour Vehicle

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Picture Courtesy of Engr. Elpidio Paras

cofnar

August 28th, 2011, 05:25 AM

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Taegon

August 28th, 2011, 08:17 PM

Taegon

August 28th, 2011, 08:18 PM

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Wer ni dafet? :D

cofnar

August 29th, 2011, 12:57 AM

^^ dafet sa initao:lol:

flipzychick

August 29th, 2011, 06:36 AM

flipzychick

August 29th, 2011, 06:40 AM

cofnar

August 29th, 2011, 11:16 AM

basin magpalit si paras ug beach resort dha

bariQ

August 29th, 2011, 12:08 PM

Lage chada butangan og cdo/mindanao souvenirs shops! Pareha sa malasag eco park

boodex

August 29th, 2011, 04:27 PM

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Nice highway in the middle of lasang...:)

GearX

August 29th, 2011, 05:42 PM

basin magpalit si paras ug beach resort dha

Paras has a beach resort in Barra, Opol

miko_06

August 30th, 2011, 09:52 AM

^^ sakay daw ta ani, tsadaboys/girls?wow
uban ko be....

cofnar

September 1st, 2011, 12:03 AM

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kim_pang

September 1st, 2011, 04:09 AM

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Is this Our Lady of Snows Parish Church the one beside St. Joseph's Academy??

Constellation2k

September 2nd, 2011, 04:12 AM

'Beer pyramid' unveiled to launch PH beer fest
abs-cbnNEWS.com
Posted at 09/02/2011 2:18 AM | Updated as of 09/02/2011 2:18 AM

MANILA, Philippines – A 30-foot beer pyramid, made up over 1,000 beer mugs, was unveiled in Ortigas to mark the start of the much-awaited beer festival in the country: the San Miguel Oktoberfest.

This year, concerts, street parties and P10 beers highlight the beer festival, which is recognized by the Department of Tourism as an official celebration.

Kick-off parties will be held in Metro Manila, Cebu, Pampanga, Laguna and Cagayan de Oro, where P10 beers will be offered.

Officials noted that activities during Oktoberfest are not exclusive to drinking beer.

“We also have our 9-ball billiard tournament kung saan ‘yung mga top placers natin nationwide during the qualifiers will have a chance to win P1 million in cash prices,” said Niña Sison, brand activations associate of San Miguel Brewery.

“Maraming nakiki-Oktoberfest sa atin na locals and foreigners kaya magkita-kita tayo sa Oktoberfest beer festival,” she added.

In Metro Manila, the kick-off party will be held at an open field in Roxas Blvd. corner EDSA on September 16. -- report from ANC

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/lifestyle/09/01/11/beer-pyramid-unveiled-launch-ph-beer-fest

Bamboo88

September 2nd, 2011, 07:18 PM

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Photo by Erick Pingkian Caturan

miko_06

September 3rd, 2011, 11:15 AM

nana gyud nag tibaw sa skyline....

jaysan81286

September 3rd, 2011, 06:23 PM

Is this Our Lady of Snows Parish Church the one beside St. Joseph's Academy??

It's not new. Renovated lang. Yes, it's the Our Lady of Snows Parish...

fredrich85

September 3rd, 2011, 09:30 PM

CHADA NA JUD KAU AND CDO!

cofnar

September 3rd, 2011, 11:27 PM

It's not new. Renovated lang. Yes, it's the Our Lady of Snows Parish...

its a new one, the old one sits beside it

boodex

September 4th, 2011, 12:15 AM

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Photo by Erick Pingkian Caturan

Pagka-tsada, soooo colorful....
After a year, apil na ang Kukun diha...ug ang Avida condo...:cheers:

flipzychick

September 4th, 2011, 07:32 AM

^^puhon ug mdayon ang 36 storey, buyag. nice na dayon kaayo ni...

boypad

September 4th, 2011, 07:45 AM

M/V Ducklas Macartour undergoes 1st sea trial
Aug.28, 2011

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The first amphibian vehicle of the Oro Duck Tours, M/V Ducklas Macartour underwent its first sea trial yesterday in Opol and everything went smoothly.

In his facebook account, Elpie Paras announced the successful sea trial for his new vehicle. Still, the schedule of launching and commercial operation is still in the planning board. Everyone is optimistic for this very first duck tours in the country.

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As initially planned, the Duck will have road, river (Cagayan de Oro River) and sea (Macajalar Bay) tours.

facebook photos by Elpie Paras

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=14021#more-14021

^^ Wow I'm very excited with this new local Ducktour in CDO. I'm glad we have this very soon in Philippines. I've already rides twice sa Ducktour in Singapore five years ago and last May this year.

Based from my actual ride experience abroad this amphibian tour is a good crowd drawer for local & international tourist, its always fully booked.

My main tip for our local operator to make the rides enjoyable, they need to have a good local tour guide personnel who has good knowledge of local history, talkative and good humor beside safety skills. This is to make long journey ride exciting and memorable.

Goodluck...quack..quack... :cheers1:

Kurt6500

September 4th, 2011, 08:16 AM

I think Durano is way better than Lim....:cheers:

Tumpak! "Pilipinas Kay Ganda" with an uber-ugly logo was the climax of Lim's string of embarassing blunders that plague Phil Tourism promo efforts. I personally think Jimenez' recent appointment is a glimmer of hope to the country's struggling tourism campaign. Malaysia has been very aggressive of late- seems like they flood international TV with campaign spots that screamed SOPHISTICATION! Can we do something like that? Jimenez is up to a great challenge ahead. A savvy marketer that he is, I hope he strikes the lucky chord this time!:banana:

dark_knight_detectve

September 4th, 2011, 02:15 PM

Philippines- where the Sun always Shines

how about that for a caption

dark_knight_detectve

September 5th, 2011, 02:42 PM

Divine Mercy Shrine celebrates 3 (http://www.goldstardailynews.com/life-style/5686-divine-mercy-shrine-celebrates-3.html)
Friday, 02 September 2011 00:00

THE Tripartite Management of the Archdiocesan Shrine of the Divine Mercy will hold a double celebration on September 8 at the Divine Mercy Shrine in Ulaliman, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental.
The double celebration is the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the third anniversary of the declaration of the Divine Mercy Hills as an Archdiocesan Shrine.

The Tripartite Management of the Archdiocesan Shrine, headed by Fr. Walerian Pozniak, MIC, as rector of the Shrine; Fr. Medallo Valmores, vice rector; and Mrs. Paquita G. Adaza, president of the Divine Mercy Foundation of Mindanao Phils. Inc., is inviting all Marian Devotees and the devotees of the Divine Mercy to attend the celebration.

The Tripartite Management is expecting thousands of devotees to attend the double celebration.
Below is the schedule of activities:
PART I
September 7
9 p.m. Free worship concert by StarJed Music Ministry of Surigao
11 p.m. Prayer Vigil
PART II Dawn Procession and Holy Mass
September 8
2 a.m. Assembly Time (1st Gate near Ave Maria Pilgrims Inn)
3 a.m. Procession of the Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary
4 a.m. Coronation and Mañanita to the Blessed Virgin Mary
4:30 a.m. Eucharistic Celebration (Holy Mass)
Floral Offering follows after the Mass
PART III Schedule of Masses
10 a.m. 2nd Mass (Coco Ridgeview)
3:30 p.m. 3rd Mass (Coco Ridgeview)
5:30 p.m. 4th Mass (Coco Ridgeview)

flipzychick

September 6th, 2011, 06:11 AM

^^ Wow I'm very excited with this new local Ducktour in CDO. I'm glad we have this very soon in Philippines. I've already rides twice sa Ducktour in Singapore five years ago and last May this year.

Based from my actual ride experience abroad this amphibian tour is a good crowd drawer for local & international tourist, its always fully booked.

My main tip for our local operator to make the rides enjoyable, they need to have a good local tour guide personnel who has good knowledge of local history, talkative and good humor beside safety skills. This is to make long journey ride exciting and memorable.

Goodluck...quack..quack... :cheers1:

I agree! Some spots should be improved. Hire the best tour guide. :okay:

cofnar

September 7th, 2011, 11:31 AM

cemby

September 7th, 2011, 11:38 AM

Philippines- where the Sun always Shines

how about that for a caption

Wow Philippines pa rin... it has impact...

boronggot

September 7th, 2011, 11:40 AM

Wow Philippines pa rin... it has impact...

:okay::okay::cheers::cheers:

chuck23

September 8th, 2011, 02:42 PM

Aero Majestic Airways soon to serve Zamboanga-Cagayan de Oro v.v route

ZAM-CDO-ZAM - MWF - leaves ZIA at 9:00 AM (flight begins on September 19, 2011)

For CDO-ZAM, plane leaves at 11:30 AM

Promo fare is P999.00 one way (ALL IN)

"The travel time between Cagayan and Zamboanga will be reduced to less than 1 hour also the passengers get the luxury of travelling by air which is one of the safest modes of transport. Also they can carry 17 kgs check in baggage and 7 kgs hand carry." - Aero Majestic

Jet Aviation Services, No. 66, Arch Hayes St., J & B building, Cagayan De Oro City. You may call (088) 851-1823 or 09195886571. Also you can visit our airport ticketing office near arrival area.
for more info:
http://www.aeromajestic.ph/
aeromajestic.reservation@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/aero.majestic
http://twitter.com/#!/aeromajestic

Aero Majestic Crew
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Cabin
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cofnar

September 8th, 2011, 03:05 PM

^^thanks for sharing

Taegon

September 11th, 2011, 04:48 AM

CDO-Dakak/Gloria’s Fantasyland Budget Tours
Sep.09, 2011

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For the last few months, you may seem to notice these large colorful buses of Gloria’s Fantasyland in Cagayan de Oro City. They usually park near Limketkai Complex.

Gloria’s Fantasyland is Mindanao’s version of Disneyland (at a much smaller scale) located at the heart of historic Dapitan City. It is also owned by the Jalosjos Family of the famed Dakak Resort. Prior to these packaged tours, these buses just ply the Dakak-Gloria’s Fantasyland route and vice-versa.

The presence of these buses is brought about by the P999 budget packaged tours which include an overnight stay at Dakak, all rides free at Gloria’s Fantasyland, Dapitan historical tour and the free bus transfers from Cagayan de Oro City and other selected destinations as shown below. The package requires a minimum of 50 persons in order to avail of such.

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Some of my friends have already availed of this packaged tour. This works for family reunions, class reunions, school breaks and other long vacations. You can even schedule it on a weekend… the photos above were taken during the recent weeklong city fiesta celebration. When not in transit, these buses have their garage in Kauswagan, along the 3rd Bridge Access Road going to Puntod-Kauswagan Bridge.

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Just look below for more info and simply dial or visit their websites as shown.

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This just shows the strategic location of Cagayan de Oro City as a major jump off point to other destinations in Mindanao.

http://www.cagayandeorodev.com/?p=14319#more-14319

michael_ray

September 11th, 2011, 08:55 AM

The two regions have been working hand in hand to boost Mindanao's tourism industry.

Taegon

September 20th, 2011, 07:13 PM

Salo Tabo, Tourism Week kick off despite strike
By Nicole J. Managbanag
Tuesday, September 20, 2011

DESPITE threat to cripple local transportation here due to the synchronized nationwide transport strike, the Salo Tabo, a quarterly display of local products in Misamis Oriental at the Provincial Capitol grounds, and the weeklong celebration of the Tourism Week successfully opened at the Provincial Capitol grounds Monday.

Maricel Casiño-Rivera, head, Misamis Oriental provincial press office, said she did not expect the large number of people who attended the opening due to the street protest by transport and militant groups against oil price hikes transport strike.

However, the provincial government admitted of hauling visitors stranded in some parts of the province.

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CAGAYAN DE ORO. A woman secretly blesses her display at her booth at the Salo Tabo in Capitol grounds Monday. (Joey P. Nacalaban)

Rivera said some of the municipalities used their vehicles to draw crowd and they only provided for the gasoline.

The opening started with a mass celebration followed by the presentation of the 15 lovely candidates of Miss Misamis Oriental 2011. It was then followed by the cutting of the ribbon which marked the formal opening of the week-long celebration of Salo Tabo which will end on the 23rd of this month.

During the opening program, 15 participating municipalities displayed their own one town one product (OTOP) and destination booths to attract tourists and locals alike.

The participating municipalities were El Salvador, Alubijid, Laguindingan, Gitagum, Libertad, Naawan, Maniticao, Claveria, Balingasag, Salay, Binuangan, Sugbongcogon, Kinuguitan, Balignoan and Medina.

“As we open this year’s Salo Tabo, the OTOP of the participating municipalities such as the famous bibingka of Naawan, bangus of Balingasag, fresh milk of El Salvador and other produce will once again be showcased in one area,” Rivera said.

Rivera cited that people will no longer have to travel far to taste the OTOP of every municipality.

Cathy Miego, provincial tourism officer, said the local government has prepared several activities for the celebration.

Miego said aside from the traditional traders’ booth of every municipality, they will also set up a destination booth where they will present to the public their different tourist attractions.

“This activity will enhance every town’s tourist destinations so people will know where to go if they visit these areas,” she said.

Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on September 20, 2011.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/cagayan-de-oro/business/2011/09/20/salo-tabo-tourism-week-kick-despite-strike-180313

Taegon

September 20th, 2011, 07:24 PM

PIA Press Release
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
DOT holds road show for “open skies policy” in Cag. de Oro
by Jorie C. Valcorza

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Misamis Oriental, Sept. 20 (PIA) -- Lower air fares and an enlivened tourism industry are just among the benefits of the government’s ‘open skies’ policy.

This was revealed by Lawyer Jose Claro S. Tesoro, one of the advocates of the policy during the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) road show for the “open skies policy” in the city, last Friday, Sept. 16.

Tesoro said the signing of Executive Order No. 29 or the New Expanded Pocket Skies Policy is seen to lower air fare and boosts tourism industry in the country. It also opens opportunities for foreign plane carriers to service Philippine secondary gateways, which means all airports in the country other than the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

The forum was attended by the local airline representatives, tour operators, Provincial and City Tourism Officers, and members of the City Tourism Board from regions 10, 12 and 13.

Also present were members of the Cagayan de Oro Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation, Inc. (OroChamber), Promote CDO Foundation Inc., among others

In a separate engagement with the press, Tesoro admitted that local carriers have objections because of the fact that there is no grant of similar traffic rights for them, he said, reciprocal benefits has been looked upon differently on traffic right as in exchange of another traffic right.

“There has been a change of approach in this kind of reputation since EO 210 was passed way back in 1995, it is now more of an exchange of benefits, we give privilege to foreign carriers to come here, and bring in their tourists for us and then we get reciprocal benefits from the tourist as they spend and patronize our services during their stay in the country,” Tesoro explained.

Tesoro added that all the routes for the secondary gateways are but just developmental routes, almost all will be operated for the first time and it’s not just because they decided to open these routes. It will surely become viable, he said, since it takes time and saves the local investors from the risk and losses in trying the feasibility of these routes.

He, however, assured that if it goes on successful, there will be negotiations with the foreign carriers for a bilateral framework, to include in the grant, for our carriers to operate in their home country, as well.

Tesoro, likewise, reminded industry players, especially from the secondary gateways to do their job in promoting its destination.

“It’s not just because we open the doors for open skies policy that tourist will automatically come in. We have to make these secondary destinations attractive for the foreign countries. We cannot just sit back and wait. We have to entice, persuade and induce them to come,” he said.

“We are in competition with more than 100 countries trying to lure tourists. Those who have succeeded are those destinations that offer lower fares, and the best example is Bangkok when it adopted a liberalized aviation policy. Open skies have proven itself as instigator of lower fares,” he added.

He also emphasized that concerns regarding infrastructure capacity, as well, as financing will not be a hindrance when there is a towering demand from the foreign market to these destinations.

Tesoro said it just needs some extra pushing from the stakeholders to get things done, as proven by some secondary gateways already established in other parts of the country. (PIA-10)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=7&r=r10&id=55208

Taegon

September 20th, 2011, 07:38 PM

Aero Majestic Airways conducts maiden flight
Tuesday, 20 September 2011 11:25

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More than 30 passengers joined the maiden flight of Aero Majestic Airways to Cagayan de Oro City yesterday morning.

The 64 seater YS 11 aircraft piloted by Capt. Maximo Vallejo took off at 9 in the morning and safely arrived at Cagayan de Oro around 11 in the morning.

No less than the Aero Majestic Airways President Jean Saludares joined the trip together with the passengers.

She said, “I know that travel is very hard for them. it's 12 hours from land, now it will only take one hour. This is for their travel safety and comfort.”

The schedule of flights for Zamboanga City to Cagayan de Oro is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

The Aero Majestic Airways will also open the route for Zamboanga City to Dipolog on September 27. The promo fare will be at P999 for both routes.

Meanwhile, the Vice Mayor of Cagayan de Oro, Caesar Ian Acenas, welcomes the entry of Aero Majestic Airways to their place.

“we would like to invite the people of Zamboanga to Visit Cagayan de Oro.” Acenas said.

By R.G. A A. Go

http://www.zamboangatoday.ph/index.php/news/13-top-stories/6293-aero-majestic-airways-conducts-maiden-flight.html

dark_knight_detectve

September 22nd, 2011, 03:41 PM

dark_knight_detectve

September 22nd, 2011, 03:45 PM

10 reasons why Filipinos and Germans are alike (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=729611&publicationSubCategoryId=81)
FEAST WITH ME By Stephanie Zubiri (The Philippine Star) Updated September 22, 2011 12:00 AM Comments (2)

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The sausage connection: Served with potatoes or pommes (French fries) they’re absolutely delicious, the right texture and saltiness with an intoxicating smoky flavor. Photos by WALTER BOLLOZOS
| Zoom

Two worlds so far apart … a land rich in history, royalty, castles, emperors, deep and dark evergreen forests, winter wonderlands and snowy mountains, peaceful harmony in austerity and discretion in a recently reunited land; the other a young republic, tropical and lush jungles, bright sun and torrential rains, happiness in chaos, a flamboyant population in raging Asian capitalist development.

Their children have flaxen blond hair and eyes as blue as the sky. Our children have shiny raven hair and friendly, almond-shaped onyx eyes.

Germany and the Philippines, two worlds so far apart and yet we have so many things in common that many here on our warm, palm tree-lined shores have yet to discover.

1. Friendliness. I have to say that Filipinos pride themselves on being hospitable and open-hearted. We welcome guests from far-off lands and are happy to help people in need. Far from the post-World War II Golden Age of Hollywood films that portray Germans on the big screen as cold, calculating and evil Nazi soldiers, Germans are extremely friendly, kind and warm people. I’ll never forget when I left my allergy medicines back home and was trying to purchase some in a pharmacy: the lady was truly concerned, tried to find different non-prescription, homeopathic options, and when she heard me whispering in French she immediately tried to practice hers. It’s a common trait that I’ve found, whether in the countryside in a tiny organic vegetable shop or in a Berlin café, people are kind, gentile and considerate. They love to learn about where you’re from and what it’s like and are very willing to muster up English, French, Spanish or even some Tagalog words to make you feel at ease.

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German Club chef Dennis Caampued
2. Beer. We Pinoys love our beer, ice-cold, below-zero — it’s the perfect tropical refreshment. We order by the bucket, barkada nights with friends, a nice brewski after work, buy one take one during happy hour. The Germans, however, boy, do they take their love affair with beer to another level. And I mean, it’s serious. Go to any beverage shop and it’s like you died and went to beer heaven. A whole Miss Universe pageant of glorious beer: blonds, amber, honey tones and ebony … from the palest pilsen to the richest stout, there are over 1,300 breweries in Germany that produce around 5,000 different kinds of beer. The German Beer Purity Law was introduced in 1516 and is the oldest and strictest food law in the world! The Oktoberfest (which actually occurs at the end of September) is a grandiose testament to their love of the malty bubbly. Beer is considered a beverage and not really alcohol; they even have non-alcoholic beer. The variety is so mind-boggling that the new trend is to create a getränkemarkt or beverage supermarket alongside the actual supermarket just to house the beverage section. Yes, a whole building 70-percent-filled with beer of all sorts. Some other soft drinks? Vitamalz, a malty soda that tastes not unpleasantly like liquid pumpernickel and beer. So the beer buds (taste buds) get trained and nurtured.

3. Boy, do we love our parties and barrio fiestas! Every year there’s some sort of celebration and parade where people come together to feast, dance and sing. Little German towns in far-flung areas of the countryside nestled in gorgeous wheat fields and fawn-laden forests have their own dorffest, a local band place where they come together on the town square singing and rejoicing. Translated it literally means town festival or barrio fiesta! And guess what? They have their own lechon.

4. Germany has fattiest, happiest, tastiest pigs I’ve ever seen or eaten. Oh, yes. For big celebrations they roast one whole, just like our very own lechon. Crispy-skinned and juicy spannferkel is enjoyed by everyone. It’s no wonder that German expats feel rather at home in the Philippines. They probably nix the Mang Tomas sauce and would willingly trade garlic rice for potatoes, but their love for pork is almost as strong as their love for beer.

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5. Speaking of pork, the sausage connection. It’s always been a mystery to me why Filipinos love sausages so much. Back in high school, before the grand era of readily available, locally made gourmet sausages, friends would sneak into the country hand-carried kielbasa sausages. I was like any other Filipino child nourished in kiddy parties with bright neon-red hotdogs on a stick with multicolored mini-marshmallows. Thank heavens for globalization and the discovery of what a real sausage is all about. Grilled on charcoal, a variety of wursten, or sausages, start pale and turn golden and start to crack open, letting flavorful juices out. Served with some bread or potatoes or pommes (French fries) they’re absolutely delicious, the right texture and saltiness with an intoxicating smoky flavor. If our hotdog aisle looks long and ample, one trip to a German supermarket and you’ll realize the absolute pure glorification of the pig in all examples.

6. We both love live bands and cheesy local music. There’s a real local pop culture for drinking songs and festive music. The German music scene, hardly ever exported except in my language class, where I had to survive two weeks of dissecting and memorizing the melancholic and unfortunately catchy Die Griescher Wein, is thriving. Our local OPM bands are no different. I kid you not. I was in Cagayan de Oro not too long ago on an exciting Friday evening in what they call “Divisoria” and I had a flashback of a biergarten in some plaza in Hamburg. Live band music? Check. Barbecues and grilled sausages? Check. Overflowing beer? Check. For the general public in Germany, having a good time is all about hanging out with friends over a beer, some pulutan and great music.

7. Family. Germans and Filipinos are very family-oriented. There are lots of parks and activities created for the family to enjoy. Kids have a big role in society and in all the numerous restaurants and cafes, you’ll see families eating together. Unlike some other European countries and famous capitals where children are hardly ever seen in restaurants, cute little golden-haired kiddos eat like the big guys, sit happily at the table and join in conversations.

8. They can’t live without potatoes like we can’t live without rice. I didn’t realize how drastic it was until a German friend of my brother’s was in town. He came over to my house for raclette and potatoes and exclaimed: “Finally! Potatoes! All I’ve been eating is rice!”

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9. Christmas. Just set foot in a mall on Sept. 1 in Manila, you’ll hear a Jingle Bells or two. Filipino Christmas is Christmas on steroids. It’s an insane moment of happiness and frenzied togetherness. Christmas in Germany is like the fairytale we try to recreate with our store-bought snow and mistletoe. The traditions, Christmas carols, the weinachsmarkt or Christmas markets are just splendid. I spent Christmas there last year going around saying, “Ooh, those are real icicles! Ah, that holly is real! And there’s honest-to-goodness real frost on it! Snowflakes really do look like snowflakes!” While they don’t play Christmas carols in September, like we do, their love for the holiday is just as deep.

10. Germans have a sweet tooth. Sound familiar? The number of eiscafes or ice cream parlors in astonishing. I can’t even fathom finishing one-eighth of the towering, mountainous gelato confections they serve. The only places I’ve seen lines just as long for ice cream is the Philippines. Donuts, apfelstrudel, tarts and pastries of all kinds… Your Dunkin Donuts/Mr. Donut Bavarian cream? Well, honey, Bavaria is southern Germany. Every merienda moment is sweet kiss from Deutschland.

Although my German is minimal, I did notice that after a few “Prosts, Mabuhays,” and several glass-clicking moments, more and more words and phrases get unlocked. It doesn’t take much to feel at home in Germany: I’ve got my beer, my sausages, my cheesy music and warm, friendly faces: I raise my glass and churn out the most sophisticated phrase I know in German: Auf das was wir lieben! To the things we love! Then we chug the beer, hope for the best and the hung-over morning after, the pharmacy guy will be extra nice.

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Haben-sie hunger? Hungry for more Germany? Or perhaps curious to see how much you have in common? Check out the Mabuhay Germany Festival from Oct. 7 to 9 at Bonifacio High Street. There’ll be all kinds of activities for the whole family and a range of great food to try. One booth sponsored by the German Club will have some amazing sauerkraut, kartoffelsalat and wurst for you to try prepared by chef Dennis Caampued. After over 20 years cooking at the German Club, he is living proof that Filipinos and Germans have the same kind of taste buds.

For more information please visit: www.gpcci.org or www.facebook.com/GPCCI.org.

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September 25th, 2011, 03:18 PM

Philippines' first River to Sea Duck Tours take to the waters in Cagayan de Oro (http://www.americanchronicle.com/articles/view/252024)
Mike BanosSeptember 18, 2011

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The same group which brought Mindanao the distinction of having Asia´s longest dual zipline could be bringing the country´s first ever Duck tours by next month.

"We are now in the process of obtaining the necessary permits so we can start commercial operations of our LARC V amphibian for the Oro River DUCKTOURS," said Engr. Elpidio M. Paras, president of UC-1 Corporation. "We are now doing our sea trials and everything is Ok except for some minor issues."

The refurbished 32-seat military amphibious vehicle was one of the highlights of the August 27 Kagay-an Festival Golden Float Parade.

"We are installing radios, sonar, GPS, life vests, safety gear and back up electric bilge pumps," Mr. Paras said. "We will be doing the river trials as soon as we can build the concrete ramps to the river and in Macabalan shore."

UC-1 Corporation is the operator of the Dahilayan Nature Park in Manolo Fortich Bukidnon, famous for its Zipzone which boasts of Asia´s longest dual zipline at 840 meters and Great White Water Rafting Tours, one of the city´s white water rafting outfitters.

In a letter of intent submitted earlier to the Cagayan de Oro City Government, Mr. Paras said the proposed Cagayan River and Harbor Duck Tours would use highly modified US military surplus amphibious Duck vehicles which can carry 25-30 passengers in an open sightseeing configuration similar to the Duck Tours now operating in London, Singapore, San Francisco, Boston, Philadelphia and Dubai.

Outfitted with the mandated water safety and rescue equipment, passengers would be treated to a tour of the city´s historical landmarks such as the City Hall, St. Augustine Cathedral, Plaza Divisoria, Xavier University highlighted by a thrilling splash down in Cagayan River and simulated amphibious landing on the shores of Macajalar Bay at the MacArthur Marker in Macabalan Port.

"Like what we did with Dahilayan Nature Park and Great White Water Rafting Tours, we plan to engage our riverside barangays to establish landing destinations to entertain our passengers and boost economic activities and tourism in their respective localities," Mr. Paras said. "Our ducks and crews would also be made available for rescue during times of calamities."

Ducks were amphibious vehicles developed during World War II by the US Armed Forces to land personnel and cargo in places where docks had been destroyed or non-existent.

Code named DUKW (D indicates a vehicle designed in 1942, U for utility or amphibious, K for all-wheel drive and W for two powered rear axles), and colloquially known as "ducks", the six-wheel drive amphibious trucks could transport goods and troops over land and water and crossing beaches for amphibious landings. A modification of the two-ton or "deuce" trucks used by the US military in World War II, they played a key role in allied landings in the European and Pacific theatre of operations but are now uses mainly as tourist craft in marine environments.

However, the UC-1 Ducktour vessel is not WWII vintage but a later model manufactured for the US Army during the Vietnam war. It is a LARC V Amphibian manufactured by Consolidated Diesel, with an all wheel drive train, aluminum hull, 300Hp diesel engine, with fully redundant bilge pumps and a five ton cargo capacity. IT is is similar to those used for similar Ducktours in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia.

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Oro River Duck Tours presents the Philippines first amphibious tour vehicle M/V General Ducklas Macartour, a LARC V Amphibian manufactured for the US Army during the Vietnam War. It will take tourists on a tour of historical sites in Cagayan de Oro including Cagayan River and Macajalar Bay.
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Mike Banos is a freelance journalist who contributes to print and online media. He is a member of the Cagayan de Oro Press Club, Inc., served in the Board of Directors for four terms and has been a journalist for over 20 years in the cities of Zamboanga and Cagayan de Oro, Philippines. He is the content provider for Kagay-an.com, Online News from Cagayan de Oro and also contributes articles for national magazines.

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