travel stories
It's a happy and memorable 12.12.12 for me!
It was early in October when I declared that "Christmas came early for me this year." It started one early morning with a surprise email from Nescafe Philippines, informing me that my entryhas been selected as one of the most serendipitous…
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where to stay
How to Find Cheap Accommodation
Accommodation is perhaps one of the biggest costs travelers consider when planning a trip. Whether it's for a luxurious rest-and-relaxation staycation, a quick weekend getaway, or a mid- to long-term vacation, I'm pretty sure people would wa…
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what to do
Centrio (Ayala Mall) Sneak Peek Tour | Cagayan de Oro City
An Ayala-owned mall will open its doors to the public come Friday, November 9, 2012.Centrio, located in the heart of Cagayan de Oro City — along Capt. Vicente Roa St.-Corrales Avenue Cor. C.M. Recto Avenue — is an integrated mixed-use complex compos…
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what to see
Iligan City | Waterfalling Adventure Tour 1.0
September has always been special for my hometown, Iligan City. As soon as August arrives, Iliganons start to buzz about plans for the month-long celebration of Diyandi Festival in honor of its patron saint, St. Michael.
This year's grand cel…
where to eat
PAGANA, A Taste of Iligan: Food and Drink Festival
I slept with a very happy tummy last night!
We checked out PAGANA, A Taste of Iliganand had an enjoyable sumptuous dinner. Pagana, the official food and drink festival for Diyandi, is hosted by the IHARRA (Iligan Hotel And Resorts Restaurant Assoc…
zamboanga
How to Get to Baybay Galas and Boulevard | Dipolog City
On a recent trip to Dipolog City, we marveled at the glorious sunrise and sunset. Here's how to get to Baybay Galas (for sunrise) and Boulevard (for sunset).
Baybay Galas
Restreto Inn (Minaog) to City Proper: via tricycle: Ask the driver to drop y…
zamboanga
Sunrise and Sunset | Dipolog City
There are two brief moments in the 24 hours of each day that give us a sneak peek of the bigger story of our lives. It's the time of day when we experience calm, peace, and serenity; when we reflect on and be grateful for what had been and be ho…
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travel essentials
Travel Essentials: Firmoo Prescription Sunglasses (A Product Review)
What’s one thing you can't leave home without?
Me? My prescription eyeglasses! I can't leave home without it. I can no longer see objects far away, and I get terrible headaches and nausea if I don't have my eyeglasses. I seldom use conta…
zamboanga
Hudyaka ZaNorte 2012 | Streetdancing Competition
One of my favorite highlights in every festival is the street dancing competition. Last June 9, Hudyaka 2012, the provincial tourism event of Zamboanga del Norte (fondly called by the locals as ZaNorte), culminates with a street dance parade featur…
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what to see
Hudyaka ZaNorte 2012 Experience | Dipolog City
I was thrilled when I received an email invitation from Chino | Juanderful Pinoy to witness Hudyaka ZaNorte 2012 with other travel bloggers. It's my first Hudyaka experience! Woot!
The Hudyaka ZaNorte Festival showcases ZaNorte’s culture and p…
Hi, I’m Lovette Jam — a freelance creative, caffeine-fueled daydreamer, and awkward adventurer who loves getting lost (literally and figuratively). Travel Jams is my digital journal of stories, stumbles, and soul-searching from the road and in between.
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