Back in Camiguin Island

Going to Camiguin is much easier by bus from Cagayan de Oro (CdeO). It  took us approximately an hour to reach Balingoan port from Agora bus terminal in CDO. We were just on time when we arrived at the port for the next ferry to Camiguin.
We didn't arrange our accommodation so we just ask some locals as to where is the best resort to stay. We ended up at Bahay Bakasyunan sa Camiguin (http://www.bahaybakasyunan.com/). We were lucky since they still have available rooms. The cottages looks very cozy and the huge pool facing the sea is totally inviting. My cousin and I enjoyed our evening chatting after not seeing each other for years. After our night swimming and dinner, we headed to our room to rest and look forward to next day's island adventure.

We woke up early after a very good night sleep. Wow! the place was indeed lovely in the morning. The coconut trees blended well with the huts around the area. Then, we went to the beach side of the resort to watch the sunrise and had our  breakfast before going out to see what the island can offer.

the view of the pool in the morning

the path leading to the pool, resto and beach side

We hired a  local tricycle or the so called rela and went to the souvenir shop first and then straight to Ardent hot spring. We agreed not to go to white island anymore as it was very warm that time. The rela driver also told us that it is much cost effective to go there in group.

outside the souvenir shop

With my cousin at the entrance to Ardent hot spring

Raining in the Old YORK

Back in the Northern part of England, this what they called 'walled city' is a must see with its very rich heritage.

A rainy day out in the city of York...My partner took a photo of me at 'the Shambles'  (above) which is a 14th century street in York. It is now a popular tourist destination.

When in York, don't forget to drop by at Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms (http://www.bettys.co.uk/) and check out their lovely apple strudel and fat rascal. Bettys is one of the oldest coffee shop in the city since 1919. With their unique and antique furnitures and great service, you would surely enjoy your coffee time.

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Reliving the World War at Eden Camp Museum

the entrance to Eden Camp

The Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum is located near the town of Malton, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. It is known as a multi-award winning museum. According to history, the place served as a camp for world war II prisoners.  

When we arrived at the camp, there were already lots of tour buses parked around the place. We paid £5.50 each (adult price) at the entrance and find a spot to park our car (free on site parking). Upon paying, they provided us a camp map so we'd know where to begin, eat and buy souvenirs.That was really helpful for first time visitors like me.

They put numbers outside the different huts so it wasn't that difficult to follow. You can begin your journey inside the camp from the rise of Hitler and the Nazi party. The museum is also complete with the different sound effects and life size images.

the Bismarck- a German warship

the evolution of bomber planes used during the war

I saw a real one at the grounds of the camp

this one is real!

an Italian torpedo

Please check their website for the current rates and how to find the museum.

Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum

Malton, North Yorks., UK

Tel no. (01653) 69777

www.edencamp.co.uk

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Manaoag to Baguio City

My last trip to Manaoag and Baguio City was only one of my many solo trips in the Philippines. As far as I can remember, I was in my senior year in high school when we traveled to Baguio City after attending the National Student's Press Conference in Dagupan. Call it the "perks" of being your school's representative.

Since I've already been to Dagupan, I decided to take another route and went to Manaoag this time for the sole purpose of seeing the Miraculous Our Lady of Manaoag.

the front view of Manaoag church

Our Lady of Manaoag up close

I've arrived in Manaoag church just in time for the scheduled mass on that day. I went close to the altar after the mass to see the Miraculous Our Lady of Manaoag but one needs to fall in line in order to get a chance to touch Mother Mary's hand.

If you'll decide to take a van going to Baguio from Manaoag, you'll find the PUV terminal just outside the church.

Known as the summer capital of the Philippines, Baguio City is only an hour and 30 minutes ride from Manaoag church. I was thinking that it would be easier to travel back from Baguio to Manila even during the night since the bus schedule is 24 hours. And it's been almost 8 years since the last time I've been to Baguio City so I got suddenly excited.

One thing I like about going to Baguio aside from the cold weather is the journey through Kennon road or what they called zigzag road.

Certainly, Baguio is one of the places that I'll love to go back.

Kennon road

Burnham Park

Baguio souvenirs

Baguio is also known for the beautiful flowers they produced.  The Flower festival in Baguio is celebrated every February.

at SM Baguio

The Modern LEEDS

at the Victoria Quarter in Leeds

My first visit in Leeds was a surprise from my partner. The city is like London in the north of England because it has lots of shopping centres and eating places. If I'll be given another chance to visit the place again, I would surely take more photos.

Oops! This is not in San Francisco

Yup, looks like the Golden gate bridge in San Francisco, California but it isn't. Behind me is the Humber bridge which is now the world's fifth longest single-span suspension bridge. 

This is a view of the bridge from the south bank.