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Woodcarving of Paete, Laguna

Carving Capital of the Philippines: Paete, Laguna

November 8, 2013March 17, 2018 Mel

Pioneering the industry of woodcarving, Paete have a great reputation for  handcrafted  wooden products. Continue reading Carving Capital of the Philippines: Paete, Laguna

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Philippine mango

The golden fruit of the Philippines: Manila Mango

November 7, 2013March 17, 2018 Mel

In 1995, the Guinness Book of World records listed the Carabao mango variety in the Philippines as the sweetest fruit in the world, specifically the Guimaras mango. Continue reading The golden fruit of the Philippines: Manila Mango

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Chicken Bus of Guatemala

The Chicken Bus of Guatemala

November 7, 2013March 23, 2018 Mel

The chicken bus or “camioneta” as locals refer to it, is the main mode of local transportation between towns, villages and cities especially in the western part of Guatemala. Usually, taking the chicken bus is the cheapest option for travelling … Continue reading The Chicken Bus of Guatemala

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Rompopo and Caldo de frutas: Salcajá , Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Rompopo and Caldo de frutas of Salcajá

November 5, 2013March 21, 2018 Mel

Getting drunk is not new in Guatemala, or anywhere in the world, everybody have their own version of “happy hour/moment”. For many years, Salcajá has been the best reference for production of homemade alcoholic beverages in Guatemala. Salcajá is a town in … Continue reading Rompopo and Caldo de frutas of Salcajá

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Burnay Potter

The Art of Making Burnay: Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines

November 4, 2013March 18, 2018 Mel

The art of making burnay stood the test of time and continues to showcase Filipinos artistry and craftsmanship. Highly quality products and preserved tradition: Burnay jars of Vigan, Ilocos Sur. Continue reading The Art of Making Burnay: Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines

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The bargain district of Manila: Divisoria

October 30, 2013March 22, 2018 Mel

Divisoria still reigns supreme as the go to place when it comes to great finds and bargain shopping. Continue reading The bargain district of Manila: Divisoria

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Guatemala City

Modern & colonial charm of Guatemala City

October 30, 2013March 23, 2018 Mel

Guatemala City has a certain charm of an old city, great churches and architectures, museums and markets. Continue reading Modern & colonial charm of Guatemala City

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The Historic Town of Vigan: Ilocos Sur, Philippines

October 29, 2013March 24, 2018 Mel

With all the cultures and architectural influences reflected in the buildings around Vigan, no wonder Vigan is on the list of UNESCO as one of the World Heritage Sites. Continue reading The Historic Town of Vigan: Ilocos Sur, Philippines

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The Higantes Festival: Angono, Rizal Philippines

October 25, 2013March 21, 2018 Mel

A festival that shows the fun-spirited Filipinos, the ability to make the best of any bad situation given. Indeed, Higantes Festival is a celebration of BIG stories. Continue reading The Higantes Festival: Angono, Rizal Philippines

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Oh my Hot Tamales!

October 24, 2013March 22, 2018 Mel

One dish, different variants, one flavorful culture that’s what tamales of Guatemala irresistibly delicious. Continue reading Oh my Hot Tamales!

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The Hanging Coffins of Sagada: Mountain Province, Philippines

October 23, 2013March 15, 2018 Mel

Today, people from Sagada still observe the traditions and rituals of their ancestors. The Hanging Coffins of Sagada, preserved traditions yet adapted to modern times. Traditions that remained intact and depict culture with mystique charm. Continue reading The Hanging Coffins of Sagada: Mountain Province, Philippines

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Colorful cemeteries of Guatemala

October 21, 2013March 22, 2018 Mel

It is a colorful delight to see rows of tombstones in cobalt blues, turquoise, bright oranges, soothing shades of green, varieties of red and different tints of yellow. Continue reading Colorful cemeteries of Guatemala

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