People and Places

Cleveland, USA

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Sun, 27 May 2012 13:51:00 +0000

Cleveland is located in northeastern Ohio on Lake Erie. It is a wonderful place with many things that offers family and friends to explore. In fact, I love to see this place and I am planning to take a trip in here.

Here are some of the beautiful views Cleveland has for all of us:

Tokyo, Japan Skytree

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 22 May 2012 22:59:00 +0000

Tokyo, Japan stores another magnificent big thing in history. And now's is the erection of the so-called Skytree. It is recognized as the world's tallest broadcasting tower with huge shopping mall inside. It was seen in public last Tuesday, May 22, 2021 and many people are visiting the said place, taking pictures and go over the tower. This has been Japan's new landmark in the whole world.

This is another product of man's invention in a huge frame!

CASH for JUNK CARS

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:52:00 +0000

It is now! It in not never! Yes, you hear it right. There is this access that surely leads you to initially and promptly make a new edge for your unused cars into the hands of the car enthusiasts as they always say, "we buy junk cars".

What is the use of your unused car if you want to let it park in your home garage for years or so? It will just be in rust or rotten for years for not using them or taking care of them.

This time, it is your sole need to earn cash and let that junk not be totally, stably useless. Give it to the car experts and earn huge cash on them. There is simply cash for junk cars and it is enormously a good idea for your unused cars.

In this world, we can't restore, store and even keep everything in its space. We need to give them their time to renew because everything will deteriorate and upgrading your unused car is one way of helping the environment free from any havoc. Once you submit your cars to the junk station, you perfectly save the Mother Earth because car experts will just utilize to recycle the parts of your car that can be used again for car consumption. In this way, you are saving lives, you are helping people and you are right with your decision.

There is no way to keep everything, those unused cars for years and years pass by. You need to shelter them and give them the glow of a healthy them by making them appear at its best again through producing what is truly available in its resources.

Saving lives is like submitting your unused cars into junks. This is the only way you can shelter the world out from too much depletion.

Home of the New Generation

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:17:00 +0000

This generation donates huge transformation in the field of architectural design. It has been aired in news that settling into a nature filled island, on waters, you can own a luxurious home as like this.

Of course, with the appearance of this picture, I am sure it is not fake. It is for real! This is the so-called home of the new generation.

It is an alien-like world to live in this kind of shelter but the price of an escape of exploring the nature and its freshness is an overwhelming experience. I am sure that people will surely buy such an investment as like this. Of course, a cozy life, a nature bliss-filled happiness, home like sky's the limit, who would complain? You are definitely out of pollution, out of stress, but super close to nature.

This kind of home is the invention of this aged' generation. The place is perfect for a perfect living. I hope I can own one.

Increasing Low Milk Supply

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:45:00 +0000

Life is so precious for its a gift. And what makes an infant live in order to grow?...Of course, it is the mother's milk.

The happiness a Mother experiences always connotes sustaining. It is in the form of giving everything for life, for her baby. It is the milk that nourishes the baby to grow and that is what most of the mothers need.

Unfortunately, there are mothers who are not endowed with the gift of excessive production of milk. They would always end up questioning, "Why I can't produce milk for my baby?...What happen to me?"

Increase low milk supply is the only solution. It never fakes. It always assures total milk production of mothers to babies.

Mothers always want only the best for their children and it all starts in her milk.

Nature's Bliss

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:38:00 +0000

What a beautiful world we have. It is so wonderful to live. It is so blissful to breath. There is a reason in living.

As I have browsed on the Internet, my interest leads me to explore the world in its beauty and I have gotten into these pictures. That is why, I never doubt to copy-paste them.

These are actually the places that I want to see. These are the wonders that I want to explore. These are the reason why I want to live more of my life here on Earth.

See! How marvelous to have traveled in many destinations and all that brings you for lifetime are the memories that you can find in the tranquil site. How magnificent God is for giving us this sites.

Tickets for Live Shows of Coldplay, WWE and Jason Aldean

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:19:00 +0000

Life has all the reasons to enjoy. It never has its limits. It never have its boundaries. Much more if you take it live!

Being busy is something that we can question of being so selfish to reward ourselves with a deserving break. The break that I mention here is that precious thing that we can totally rock and say, "I enjoy it more!"

When you are aspiring to enjoy the real meaning of life, I am sure that you deserve to get coldplay tickets, wwe tickets as well as jason aldean tickets for you to be able to share what life really means. It is to rock!

So when you want to enjoy more, I definitely know where you should suppose to go now. You deserve to make it live!

I want to travel to Alaska.

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:10:00 +0000

There is indeed lots of things that this world ever gives. It is the wonder that no price could ever pay. That is, the happiness I find in traveling.

I have been to various places in the United States and in parts of the eastern side like the Philippines, Korea, Hong Kong and even to Europe, but the place that I really want to explore is Alaska. I am sure that it is pretty cold in the place, but it is not about the worrying of the dropping temperature that I mind, but the exploration and the curiosity I have that I really have this feel to explore the place.

I have seen many pictures of Alaska and some of these, I am just so endearingly jealous to see. I want to see them now. I want to go there now.

Who could not be driven and take one's breath away when you see such beautiful views like:

Alaska is like a barren land. Visiting to Alaska is like you surely have peace within!

An edible tour of Turkey

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:31:00 +0000

One of the best reasons to travel is the opportunity to take part in authentic dining experiences. Travellers often visit Italy or Spain for this purpose while Turkey is often overlooked for its epicurean delights. Furthermore, cheap holidays to Turkey will bring visitors to this picturesque destination where they can sample the food from this diverse country.

Breakfast in Turkey is often presented as an assorted spread of dining choices such as locally grown tomatoes, watermelon, dried figs and borek, which is a delectable pastry that is served in unique shapes and filled with a soft cheese.

Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, features eye-catching kitchen chimney stacks as a result of the country’s cooking history. Chefs in the 17th century competed for the honour of cooking for Sultans using their culinary skills. Additionally, visitors should make time for the Spice Market with its plentiful bins filled with apricots, nuts and dates.

Turkish lunch includes Manti, a small round dumpling that is filled with meat and covered in a garlic based yogurt. Manti first appeared in Turkey during the 12th century and is often served with side dishes such as stuffed peppers, fresh tomatoes and salads.

Visitors to Turkey will be treated to menu options based upon which fruits and vegetables are in season. Also, chefs generally won’t overwhelm a main dish with spices or sauces. For example, an eggplant won’t be served to visitors swimming in a sauce, and fish will retain its natural flavour without a spicy marinade.

Holiday seekers should not return home without trying Turkish delight, which is the country’s most famous confection featuring dates, walnuts and pistachios.

Travellers who prefer to eat their way through a country will want to keep Turkey and its fresh menu choices at the top of their travel list.

Texas Zoo, Texas. USA

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 12:50:00 +0000

My baby David, my husband and I went to the Texas Zoo. It is such a very informational experience and indeed an adventure for our baby to have seen the different animals and to go around the zoo. My baby is delightfully enjoying to see in reality the animals and he keeps on starring on them unceasingly like without a blink.

There are lots of parents who are there, bringing with them their kids. They are all, like us, very happy to tour to the various destinations of the zoo. Touring around the zoo is this exciting!

Pawleys Island in South Carolina

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:33:00 +0000

The structure of Palmetto State’s coast has developed into a golfer’s paradise many years ago until now. These golf courses look as though they were laid down by Mother Nature.

Litchfield Plantation is a perfect getaway. You could sit on a narrow, sandy spit between the ocean and the Waccamaw River. The modern brick-and-stucco mansion house, a lavish Jacuzzi suite and a variety of fully furnished contemporary villas welcome guests. Moreover, a lovely sandy beach, Har-Tru tennis courts, a large heated swimming pool, and a small but busy marina along the Waccamaw River perfect the place.

The Jack Nicklaus distinguishes Pawleys Plantation among the area’s many resorts. Meandering creeks and estuaries and reedy marshes come into play along many fairways. You can play tennis or do laps in the pool, or explore Pawleys Island’s other golf offerings, namely the Caledonia Golf and Fish Club. The meandering, pine-studded course has been laid out over a former rice plantaion beside the Waccamaw River, and the clubhouse is an exact replica of the planter’s house, reminiscent of a lifestyle long gone.

Close your eyes and pick from the town’s dozens of great destinations ever made for you and me.

The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:37:00 +0000

It is founded in 1937, this National Gallery is one of America’s greatest art museums and it was a gift to the nation from former Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W. Mellon who donated both the money for its construction and his personal art collection to act as its nucleus.

This gallery was designed by John Russell Pope who is also the architect responsible for the Jefferson Memorial and the national Archives, facts revealed. The highlights from the America collection include Gilbert Stuart’s portraits of the first five presidents and works by James Whistler, John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer. On the other hand, the European collection features Dutch masters, French impressionists, and the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere. In 1978, the museum’s original building was designed by I. M. Pei. Highlights here also include works by Alexander Calder, Henri Matisse, Picasso, Joan Miro, Jackson Pollock, Makr Rothko and Andy Goldsworthy. To the West Building lies the gallery’s Sculpture Garden display works of modern and contemporary sculpture.

Honey Island Swamp Tours in Slidell, Louisiana

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 03:05:00 +0000

There are lots of swamps in Louisiana. In fact, the southern half of the Louisiana has been virtually carved out of wetlands and reclaimed from nature. Its swamps remain almost unbelievably resilient and are home to countless animals and plants even though hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastatingly ruined the place last 2005.

You can ride the boat as you have swamp tour and you can also venture deep into the heart of one of its primeval wetland wilderness as you enjoy the waters in Louisiana’s swamp. But one of the most interesting tours explores the fascinating Honey Island Swamp, departing from the town of Slidell, on New Orleans Northshore. It’s the mythical swamp creature called Wookie make visitors arrive through the wetlands.

It has been revealed that Honey Island Swamp is the second largest in Louisiana, after Atchafalaya. It is fed by the Pear River, one of the only rivers in the state without levee system, which allows it to flood regularly, nourishing its surrounding wetlands. This is a tranquil, unspoiled place full of tupelo, cypress and river birch trees. When you travel here, you will take about 7 or 8 miles into the swamp’s almost impenetrable backwaters where you are can see alligators, gray herons, kingfishers, ancient snapping turtles, and furry nutria.

Teatro Olimpico in Vicenza, Veneto, Italy

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 01:22:00 +0000

Vicenza is said to be the hometown of Andrea di Prietro della Gondola or is named also as Andrea Palladio who helped define Western architecture, and of his last greatest work, the Teatro Olimpico. It begun in 1580, the year of his death and completed five years later by his student Vicenzo Scammozzi. The Teatro Olimpico was inspired by the theaters of antiquity, with a backdrop representing ancient Thebes. Cunningly designed called trompe l’oeil makes the stage appear far deep. This is a good avenue for plays. In fact, there are plays which are still performed today.

Before you arrive at the Teatro Olimpico, a walks along the length of Corso Palladio leaves you with no doubt because of its greatest architect of the High Renaissance. Indeed, Vicenza boasts the highest concentration of Andrea Palladio’s urban and palazzi which is a magnet for architectural designs and beauty.

Masada, Israel

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 02:49:00 +0000

Masada is one a sheer-sided plateau surrounded by desert. It is a palace complex and fortress built by Herod the Great 1 but it was all abandoned after his death. Eventually, it became the stronghold of Jewish partisans in a battle against Rome in the olden times, when numerous Jewish men, women and children defied their Roman attackers there for three years. When it was clear that they would be taken by more than countless troops camped at the foot of the mountain, the Jews committed mass suicide.

It is a national tradition to pay homage to one of the most tragic and heroic incidents in Jewish history. It is also a beautiful location from which to watch the sunrise. Arrive as early as possible if you are attempting either of the two footpaths for you must if you intend to beat the desert heat, or watch the sun levitate over Jordan and the Dead Sea. But you can descend by cable car. Moreover, an evening sound-and-light show at the foot of the mountain is as dramatic as you might expect.

Festivals in the Philippines

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 06:00:00 +0000

The way the people live reflects the culture of their country. Just like the Philippines which celebrates various festivities and celebrations, these all are part of their tradition and culture.

For the Philippines, all throughout the months in the calendar, never slip the celebration from its major islands, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. But we are going to explore the festivals of the Philippines in the month of January to December.

On the month of January
The Feast of Sto. Niño Is a celebration held in the different parts of the country honoring the patron Sto. Niño. The Sinulog Festival in Cebu is a way of dancing during the harvest season and asking for the blessings from Sto. . Niño. The Cebuanos (people living in Cebu) perform street dancing with festive costumes to the tune of merry sounds. In, Iloilo, there is what we call the Dinagyang Festival. This is a kind of celebration of feast and devotion in honor of the St. Niño in which the participants of the parade or “Kasadyahan” wear masks and costumes similar to a warrior. They hold the image of Sto. Niño while dancing.Moreover, in Kalibo, Aklan, they celebrate Ati-Atihan Festival. This kind of celebration honors Sto. Niño which they commemorate the friendship of Aetas and Malays. Furthermore, the Aklanons (people living in Aklan) paint their faces and wear tribal costumes. On the other hand, the Feast of Sto. . Niño is also celebrated in Tondo, Pandacan and other parts of the country. The celebrations are highlighted with dance competitions and Ati-Atihan dances. A colorful procession of different Sto. . Niños in different costumes culminates the celebration usually every last Sunday of January.

January is a month for all people in Quiapo, Manila of its Feast of the Black Nazarene. It is a celebration of strong faith and devotion to the Black Nazarene held every 9th day of January. Thousands of devotees gather in a procession around the Quiapo Church while carrying the image of the Black Nazarene. Many people believed that touching the image of the Nazarene would bring miracles.

On the month of February
The Baguio City celebrates the Panagbenga Festival. “Panagbenga” comes from the word “Kankanay” meaning season of flowers. This celebration is an extravagant and colorful one in which the flowers are decoratedly placed and arrange in a float which it proceeds in a parade along the main streets of Baguio City. Thousands of people from different parts of the country join this parade.

There is also the celebration of Hari Raya Puasa. It is a merry Muslim Celebration held after 29 days of fasting or Ramadan. It has been said that during this day, Muslim men wear white headpieces and women dress in white flowing gowns that cover them from head to foot. Furthermore, the Muslims feast over good food and celebrate with their friends and loved ones.

On the month of March or April
In Paki, Laguna, they celebrate the Turumba Festival. This celebration is the tradition of the early Filipinos which the people in Laguna commemorate. They believed that priests have healing power. During this parade, devotees join in singing and dancing Turumba. On the other hand, during this month also, the Marinduque boosts the Moriones Festival. It is actually a street attraction that occurs during the Holy Week. “Morion” means masks in which the participants are going to wear masks and costumes of medieval Roman soldiers. There is what we call Senakulo or Salibong. It is a Catholic Filipinos activity in which they show a display of rituals in observance of the Holy Week or “Semana Santa”. They share with the passion of Christ through fasting and penitence. “Salubong” is the dramatization of the meeting of the risen Christ and His mother, the Blessed Virgin Mary on Easter Sunday morning.

In the month of May
The Antipolo Festival is celebrated in Antipolo, Rizal. The Antipolo Church during this month if filled with thousands of visitors and devotees of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage to ask for guidance and safe travel. In fact, many tourists also visit the Hinulugang Taktak in Antipolo, Rizal. This is now becomes a National Park. Flores de Mayo is also celebrated in this month. It is a celebration of offering flowers in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary all throughout the month of May. On the other hand, Santacruzan is a month-long flower offerings in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary which on the last Sunday of May, a procession which celebrates St. Elena’s finding of the Holy Cross is held. Moreover, Lucban, Luzon celebrates the Pahiyas Festival in this month. Every 15th of May, the place gives commemoration of the feast day of their patron, San Isidro Labrador. He is the patron saint of farmers. As thanksgiving to the saint for a good and abundant harvest, people decorate their houses with colorful decorations. The celebration is called “Pahiyas” in which people make “kipings” to decorate their houses. “Kiping” is made of rice dough tinted with food color and molded in “madre de cacao” leaves, baked and dried. Aside from that, the Pulilan, Bulacan also celebrates Carabao Parade. It is an extraordinary celebration in honor of their patron saint San Isidro Labrador. Aside from the floats decorated with the products of livelihood, they dress up their carabaos to join the procession. These carabaos kneel down in front of the church. In Obando, Bulacan, Sayaw sa Obando is also celebrated. It is part of the tradition that women sing song and couples who want to have children while doing the devotional dance on May 17, the feast of Sta. Clara are made known. This marks the first day of a three-day celebration honoring the town’s three patron saints. On May 18, the feast of San Pascual de Baylon is celebrated. He is a shepherd who praised God through praying and dancing. The feast day of Virgin de Salambao ends the celebration on the 19th day of May. Virgen de Salambao is an image of the Immaculate Concepcion caught by fishermen through “salambao” or net.

On the month of September
The feast of Our Lady of Peñafrancia is celebrated in this month. It will take place in Naga, Camarines Sur. Every third week of September, a nine-day novena is held. On the third Saturday, the feast of Our Lady of Peñafrancia is celebrated with a parade of fluvial floats.

On the month of October
Christian Catholics say the Holy Rosary especially in this month. They give honor to Jesus’ Mother, Mother Mary. They pray the 4 mysteries in the Rosary as they kneel and lit a candle in their homes or at the church.

On the month of November
The whole country of the Philippines remembers their dead loved ones every November 1st. This day is devoted for praying, offering of flowers and lighting of candles in the grave of their loved ones.

On the month of December
This month is the merriest and longest celebration in the Philippines for it is the Christmas season. It starts on December 16, the first day of novena mass called “Simbang Gabi”. People from all walks of life wake up early to attend the mass at 4:30 in the morning and pray together to the Child Jesus. After the mass, rice cakes, “bibingka” and “puto bungbong” can be bought in the church’s patio.

These are some of the festivals that the Philippines celebrate in every month of the year. Indeed, the Philippines stores extraordinary cultures. It can be seen in the festivals and traditions that they have. No wonder, they are regarded as the most happiest and sociable persons in the world. With their cultures, it gives recognition to their country and of course, it attracts lots of tourists as well.

These are some of the festivals that I know, but there are lots to store in the Philippines in each province and town.

Microwave-s: The joy it brings.

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 02:14:00 +0000

It is nice to have everything at home.

The home is the place where family members could enjoy everything of what it brings and gives. That is why, every family activity should be in great happiness with the available things that brings joy to every heart.

Good thing that microwave-s serves more in the happiness in family's gathering in the table with food and more. Thus, when there is a celebration that invites visitors, then for sure it is not a question if the food will be directly served because microwave-s serves it more to fulfill the palate of every guest.

Enjoying at home is more about how one does fulfill to take its promise to give more and live more. And when it comes to microwaving food, microwave-s serves the purpose.

Sipidan Island, Malaysia

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:17:00 +0000

The tiny limestone island off the coast of Borneo offers little of interest, some said, but when you walk out from the shore’s soft white sandy beach, surely you will stick your head in the water. Incredibly clear and calm waters enable even beginning snorkelers to experience the wonders of this underwater kingdom. Scuba divers will find unparalleled wall diving with a drop-off that falls deep underwater into a deep blue abyss, plus other, equally awesome dive experiences, all less than a five-minute boat ride away.Furthermore, Sipidan’s turtle population which is regarded as one of the world’s greatest concentrations is indicative of the outstanding marine life that held Cousteau in thrall. Before, the only accommodations were in tents, but now there are lodging houses available.

Ile de Re, Poitou-Charentes, France

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:59:00 +0000

It has been noted that a recent mainland invasion of this small French outpost in the Atlantic has done little to taint its unspoiled charm. In fact, you’ll see mostly local island people and in-the-know Parisians pedaling around the vineyards and potato fields, past oyster parks, vegetable gardens, and the local bids reserve. Genteel , old-fashioned, slow-paced, and surprisingly friendly, in this corner of France doors and bicycles are left unlocked, the bartender knows your name and preference, and young families fill the uncrowded beaches digging for cockles and relishing the island’s other petits plaisiors. The architecture is plain, the outdoor markets every morning’s high-light, and irresistible seafood shacks serve mussels from their backyards, perfumed by a fire made with pine needles. Ile de Re cover was temporarily blown a few years ago when the aging French rock star Johnny Halliday abandoned St.-Tropez for the scene –free low profile of Ile de Re; islanders were relieved when boredom soon drove him back where he came from. Outsiders will find characteristic blissful low-keyed do-nothingness at the hotel L’Ocean. This small, simple, but stylish places offers the island’s newest and most charming accommodations and has an excellent restaurant.

Amelia Island, Florida, USA

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 03:13:00 +0000

Amelia Island has always been a fight for the French, Spanish, the English, the Amelia “Patriots”, the Republic of Florida, Mexico, the United States and the Confederacy. This happens because they have seen that both commerce and military pursuits are productively be made here. Because of Henry Flagler who bypassed the town when he created the first rail line down Florida’s east coast made the island available to the eyes of the tourists. Now, it becomes the fun-in-the-sun theme parks.

It is Fernandina Beach which is Amelia’s only town. Away from the town, Amelia’s landscape blends upland and maritime forests, saltwater marshes, and gorgeous coastline, both the northern and southern ends of the island are preserved as state parks. Nature lover tourists can take a bike via trails, kayak or bird-watch in its marshes and rivers or ride horseback along the white sand beaches and high dunes.

Mount Kenya, Kenya

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:19:00 +0000

It has been known that Mount Kenya National Park offers one of the most impressive landscapes in all of East Asia. It is evidently seen that the 12 remnant glaciers on the mountain, all of which are receding rapidly and four secondary peaks that sit at the head of the U-shaped glacial valley that is littered with wild flowers eludes the wonderful Mount Kenya. Not only that with its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes, it is simply spectacular to behold for nature lovers.

The park has incredible lakes, tarns, glaciers, peaks and natural mineral springs. At the lower level are dry upland forests that give way with height to montane forest with cedar and podo, then thick bamboo forest, upper forests of smaller trees and high-altitude moss and finally high-altitude heath and shrubs followed by open moorland, where animals like elephants, buffaloes, zebras and eland are indeed a wonder to the place. Other animals of the forests that extends your sight-seeing include bushbuck, black and white Colobus monkeys and Sykes monkeys, while lower down the slopes the wide variety of wildlife includes black rhinos, leopards, hyenas, genet cats, olive baboons, waterbucks, black-fronted duikers, bush pigs and giant forest hogs. Endangered animals here include bongos, a shy forest antelope, Mount Kenya Mole Shrew, Sunni buck and skinks.

Mount Kenya got it all for you, wonderful places, stunning wildlife species and a great escape.

White Desert, Egypt

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 01:29:00 +0000

Do you know the best place to visit when you are in Egypt? For sure, I know you want to see the White Desert. Yes, indeed, it is one of the most frequently visited places in western Egypt. It is the rock formations and the white sands which offer a stunning stark in a yellow desert. The rocks are has the color of blue, pink and orange tint during the day. And when night comes, the place resembles snow. Despite the heat, the place invites a good landscape and wonderful sight for travelers and locals.

The combination of chalk and limestone evidently revealed that there is wind erosion that is happening in the place, making the enormous rocks turned into pebbles or in thin bases. The place simply offers a stunning backdrop of a desert world.

There are also springs present in the place. Some surround the area. The springs there are said to mark by hillocks created when sand attaches itself to vegetation near water. There are growing plants that struggles to grow in spite of the suffocated sands of the desert.

Gidleigh Park in Chag ford, Devon ,England

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 01:52:00 +0000

Buried deep in the wild country of Dartmoor National Park is the place where secluded and Belegant Gidleigh Park are located. It encourages bewildered guests with roadside signs Breading “Keeping Heart” - they’re on the right track. It’s well worth the single-lane drive to this Tudor-style manse whose 45 magnificent acres of gardens, pastures, and woodland get lost within the untamed natural beauty of the encircling national preserve. From the terraced patio, guests hear only the rushing waters of the North Teign River, the music of nature that will lull them to sleep at night and invite them for excellent trout fishing in the morning. Its setting is its glory, but only one of many. It is also one of the finest eating establishments (with an unrivaled wine cellar) in this area of the country.

Indeed, Gidleigh Park is one of the wonderful destination that you shouldn’t miss!

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Cortina D’Ampezzo, Veneto, Italy

teofiloabucay@yahoo.com (Teofilo G. Abucay ) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 01:59:00 +0000

There are things that Italy shares a lot not just to locals but to travelers as well.

The drive through the majestic beauty of the sawtoothed peaks and needles of the Dolomite Mountains in the northern reaches of alpine Italy is to mountain lovers what the cliff-hugging Amalfi Coast is to fans of cerulean blue sea.

Bolzano and the premier ski resort town of Cortina is a study in road engineering, through an awe-inspiring mountainous landscape that comes as a shock to those who think of Italy as rolling vineyards and olive gloves. With the Passon del Pordoi – the heart of the mountain range – as its apogee, the road ends in Cortina, anointed the “Pearl of the Dolomites.” At close to 4,000 feet, it is Italy’s number one ski area and one of the best in Europe. It is actually an advanced intermediate’s paradise, with 95 miles of ski runs. But this is a sophisticated year-round resort where the bella gente of Rome and Milan come not only to ski and hike through the bracing, rugged countryside, but also to practice the art of il dolce far niente, the sybaritic pleasure of doing nothing. Those who come to relax, shop, sleep late, enjoy two-hour lunches, people-watch and perhaps squeeze in a little leisurely skiing are some of the great escapes people can do to the place.