Photography

Postcard: Lights and Edifices of Victoria Harbor Hong Kong

yAn A.L. — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 09:52:41 +0000

I could see your eyes from the sparking lights

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The Sunset from Above Petronas Twin Towers

yAn A.L. — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 22:08:11 +0000

The structure is so majestic as it stands proud and paramount in Malaysia. When I got to its greatest height, I realized that it was even more stunning. I could relate as to why people at the top would do whatever it takes to remain in their post – it is because falling is really […]

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Snapshots: A Sneak Peek to Solaire’s Sky Tower

yAn A.L. — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 18:55:47 +0000

Solaire is set to open the Sky Tower, a spacious and opulent addition to its luxurious array of living, gaming, dining, and entertainment centers. The 17-storey Sky tower features a 312 all-suite hotel, eight VIP junkets, a VIP-exclusive Chinese restaurant (House of Zhou) and whisky bar (Macallan Whisky Bar), state-of-the-art function rooms, and a 1760-seat […]

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15 “Backstabbing” Photos During Our IndoChina Tour

yAn A.L. — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 16:30:00 +0000

Last year, I organized a backpacking tour with my office mates to visit Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. While Aaron and myself were busy with some other stuff, Roderick silently took our photos from behind. All these fifteen photos are courtesy of Roderick Ordoñez. 1. Arrival in Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) It was Aaron’s first time to […]

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Visit the Philippines Year 2015: Beaches

yAn A.L. — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 22:30:30 +0000

2015 is a Visit Philippines Year. In line with that, here are 30 awesome beach photos (in random order) from around the Philippines that you might want to peek. Daku Island, General Luna, Siargao Daku Island is one of the three gorgeous islands that float off the cost of General Luna in Siargao. This place […]

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Shutter Feature: Daku Island

yAn A.L. — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 21:31:17 +0000

You greatest appreciation came when you expect it the least. I allowed my travel companion, Marx, to do all the research and travel preparation. I avoid “googling” about the destination. I just waited for the day to come and let things be. To my surprise, Daku Island was especially astounding, peaceful, and relaxing. It offers one of the […]

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PedXing, Roxas Boulevard

yAn A.L. — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 18:20:27 +0000

Featuring Roxas Boulevard’s widest and busiest pedestrian crossing. This PedXing or pedestrian crossing, which connects the famed Baywalk and the Rajah Sulayman Park, has been serving locals, passers-by, and tourists round the clock. At night, the street offers a screensaver-perfect backdrop. This photo feature can attest to that. To view for the complete exif information […]

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Just 20 of the Thousand Reasons Why You Should Travel the Philippines

yAn A.L. — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 21:55:08 +0000

Like any other countries in the world, Philippines has something to boast especially in the field of tourism. The only work needed here is for the rest of the world to see and discover it. With more than 7100 islands, you’ll have the same number of reasons to visit the country. In the photo are just […]

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A Beautiful Sunset

yAn A.L. — Mon, 26 May 2014 19:29:05 +0000

The sky glows in blue and orange, painting a beautiful scenery. With the Philippines 7,107 islands, you have 7,107 options to enjoy the sunset. Boracay offers one of the most stunning and exciting way to do it – through Paraw Sailing.

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Camiguin’s Stations of the Cross

yAn A.L. — Sun, 23 Mar 2014 16:44:13 +0000

Thinking for a place to contemplate this Lenten season? Why not try visiting the Walkway to the Old Volcano in the island province of Camiguin. The place features a traditional Stations of Cross (Via Crucis) which stops are spread across a trail of average steepness. They said that the total length of the trail is […]

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Shutter: Panoramas of the Small Lagoon of El Nido

yAn A.L. — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 22:07:25 +0000

The Small Lagoon was the final stop of our awesome island hopping tour in El Nido. It is just one of the three lagoons to visit in El Nido‘s Tour A, which are all located in Miniloc Island. The other two are: the Secret Lagoon and the Big Lagoon. The smallest is the Secret Lagoon […]

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Shutter: The Ancestral House of Doña Aurora Aragon-Quezon

yAn A.L. — Thu, 06 Feb 2014 20:46:48 +0000

Smack in the middle of the town of Baler stands the birthplace of the Philippines’ First Lady during the commonwealth government (1935 to 1944), Doña Aurora Aragon-Quezon. The house had undergone some major restoration but the original details and design were not altered. It retained its “bahay kubo” look featuring fine hardwood walls and nipa […]

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Shutter: The Highway to Angkor Thom

yAn A.L. — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 13:01:55 +0000

While on our way to Angkor Thom. The cold breeze, the warm sun kiss, and the picturesque greenery made a perfect blend. I completely forgot how hard life is when we were navigating this highway.

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Shutter Gallery: The Reunification or Independence Palace

yAn A.L. — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 17:06:36 +0000

Below is the gallery of the photos I got from the Independence or Reunification Palace in Ho Chi Minh City, the last stop of our 7-day Indochina tour. If you want to use one of the photos below, please read our terms and conditions then contact me. [custom_gallery id=”8306″ layout=”masonry”]

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Shutter: The Peacock Fountain of Luneta Park’s Dancing Fountain

yAn A.L. — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 19:25:12 +0000

In a not-so-busy evening, I visited the country’s national park – the Rizal Park – after few years, and I couldn’t remember when was my last visit. Rizal Park or Luneta was a famous hangout place – no, I mean – a practice place during our early years in college. It was the witness on […]

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Shutter: The Victory Gate of Angkor Thom

yAn A.L. — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 16:43:18 +0000

The Victory gate is one of the two east exits of Angkor Thom – the other one is the East Gate which is just 500 meters south. It is nearly 1.3 kilometers away and is exactly opposite of the Terrace of the Elephants of the Royal Palace. The structure of the gate is similar to […]

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The Center of the Elephants Terrace

yAn A.L. — Tue, 31 Dec 2013 23:38:12 +0000

The Elephants Terrace is part of the walled city within Angkor Thom. This 300-meter long terrace serves as the viewing stand for public ceremonies and as base of the king’s grand audience hall. Elephant carvings decorate the southern sections while garuda and lion designs can be found in the central section.

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Shutter: The Giant Swing (Sao Chingcha)

yAn A.L. — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 13:28:26 +0000

The Giant Swing (Thai: เสาชิงช้า, Sao Chingcha) is a religious structure in Bangkok, Thailand. It was originally built in 1784 for the annual Swing ceremony as part of the Brahmin thanksgiving ceremony. Three Thai men would ride a swing, suspended for up to 24 meters, to grab a bag of silver coins with their teeth. […]

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Shutter: Angkor Wat Sunrise

yAn A.L. — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 23:11:34 +0000

Angkor Wat is one of the destinations you must see before you die. December 2 this year, I crossed out one of the entries in my bucket list and saw it from the moment it was pitch black until it slowly revealed itself as the sun lit the surroundings. Seeing the world’s largest religious monument […]

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Shutter: The Image of Brahma at the Erawan Shrine

yAn A.L. — Fri, 06 Dec 2013 20:29:08 +0000

The Erawan Shrine (ศาลพระพรหม or San Phra Phrom) seats at the intersection of Ratchaprasong and Ratchadamri Roads in Pathum Wan district, Bangkok. Unlike any other Thai temples in city, the image, which is a Thai depiction of the Hindu god of creation, isn’t sheltered with a big mondop. The shrine was built in 1956 by Erawan […]

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Shutter: The Might of Mayon Volcano

yAn A.L. — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:17:38 +0000

Seeing an unhindered view of the Mayon Volcano is very rare for tourists. In my 3 days stay in Albay, I witnessed this perfect cone volcano, bold and uncovered, only on my third day – and, unluckily, I was on my way to the airport. I looked for the perfect spot to take one good […]

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Shutter: Mickey Mouse the Whalers at Hong Kong Disneyland

yAn A.L. — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 23:49:10 +0000

Mickey Mouse the Whalers is worthy for a shutter feature. I took this photo last August 26, 2013 in front of the main entrance of Hong Kong Disneyland. Mickey appears surfing on the water spraying from the whale’s “blow hole”. (click on the image to share and view full size) Exif: Camera: EOS 1100D Aperture: F/11 […]

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Shutter: Sleeping Beauty’s Castle in Colors

yAn A.L. — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 21:45:03 +0000

It took me several hours for me to take good shots of Sleeping Beauty’s castle during our visit in Hong Kong Disneyland. I witnessed how the colors transitioned, displaying a great contrast against the deep blue sky during the twilight. It also blends the with color of the dark night. This made Sleeping Beauty’s castle […]

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Shutter: The Might and Grandeur of Paoay Church

yAn A.L. — Wed, 07 Aug 2013 14:00:30 +0000

Church of San Agustin or popularly known as Paoay Church deserves a shutter feature. The church was completed in 1710. It is famous for its distinct architecture highlighted by the enormous buttresses on the sides and back of the building, making the structure earthquake-proof. In 1993, along with other Baroque Churches of the Philippines, Paoay […]

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Shutter: Tangke (Salt Water Lagoon), Isla de Gigantes Sur

yAn A.L. — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:14:37 +0000

One of the famous stops of Isla de Gigantes Island Hopping is the Salt Water Lagoon in the south of Gigantes Islands. Locals call it Tangke. Tanke is the featured photo from our recent Trip to Iloilo.

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Shutter: Sunken Cemetery Marker, Camiguin

yAn A.L. — Wed, 10 Jul 2013 13:04:46 +0000

The eruption of Mt. Vulcan in 1871 destroyed most of the town of Catarman and even sunk some of its portions beneath the sea. One of those area was the cemetery. The marker was placed to commemorate both those who were already resting in peace and those who lost their lives during the tragedy. This […]

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Shutter: Bomod-ok Falls, Sagada, Mountain Province

yAn A.L. — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 15:11:37 +0000

Bomod-ok Falls is located in Northern Sagada Rice Terraces and between the village of Aguid, Pide, and Fidelisan. It is a must see when you visit Sagada. Try to take a quick dip or even longer if you can sustain the chill. Exif: Camera: EOS 1100D Aperture: F/25 Focal Length: 28mm ISO-Speed: 100 Shutter Speed: […]

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Shutter: Katibawasan Falls, Camiguin

yAn A.L. — Mon, 08 Jul 2013 14:50:41 +0000

Flowing from Mount Timpoong in the island of Camiguin, the 250-feet grandeur, Katibawasan Falls, deserves a shutter feature. Exif: Camera: EOS 1100D Aperture: F/4.5 Focal Length: 18mm ISO-Speed: 400 Shutter Speed: 1/50 sec. Filter: Neutral Density (ND8) Exif: Camera: EOS 1100D Aperture: F/6.4 Focal Length: 24mm ISO-Speed: 400 Shutter Speed: 1/80 sec. Filter: Neutral Density […]

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Shutter: Taong Putik

yAn A.L. — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 18:58:33 +0000

Shutter is a photo section of Freedom Wall. Today’s features are photos of Taong Putik (Mud People). Locals of Barangay Bibiclat, Aliaga, Nueva Ecija call it a devotion to Saint John de Baptist or pag-sa-San Juan but tourist commercially name it: Taong Putik Festival.

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Photo Gallery: Surviving Sagada (May 24 – 27, 2013)

yAn A.L. — Wed, 29 May 2013 02:03:46 +0000

Okay! okay! I know you guys couldn’t wait any longer so here are the first batch of the photos. The rest will be uploaded in Facebook soon. Sorry, I still have some other stuffs to do so I did not mind organizing. Click on the photo to zoom, share, comment, and download. [custom_gallery id=”4440″ […]

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Hidden Garden’s Pink Lily

yAn A.L. — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:40:54 +0000

Hidden Garden is located at Brgy. Bulala, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. As the name says, the garden is hidden to some random folks and passers-by. You need to intentionally visit the Garden to witness its real beauty. Good thing that they don’t charge an entrance fee. The photo below is a pink lily taken from the […]

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Shutter: Kabigan Falls

yAn A.L. — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:02:36 +0000

Kabigan Falls is located Barangay Balaoi, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. It is 1.8 kilometer away from the main road and you need to trek an hour or more just to reach this wonder. Exif: Camera: EOS 1100D Aperture: F/22 Focal Length: 18mm ISO-Speed: 100 Shutter Speed: 0.59 seconds [toggle title=”More articles about my Ilocos tour” state=”opened”] […]

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Paraiso ni Anton: The Mystery of the Healing Water and the White Lady

yAn A.L. — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:55:49 +0000

Paraiso ni Anton is one of the few stops of the Pagudpud Tour Cycle, a local tourism project of the municipality that aims to bring visitors to Pagudpud’s top-notch destinations. Tourist take photos while locals take a sip of the waters dripping from the hill. Kuya Amante, my tour cycle guide, slowly climbed the concrete […]

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Photo Gallery: Cabongaoan Beach, Tambobong Whitebeach, Snake or Culebra Island, and Cabacungan Cave

yAn A.L. — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:19:09 +0000

These photos were taken during our weekend trip to the towns of Burgos and Dasol in Pangasinan. These were the fruits of enduring a 5-hour loud bus ride, then an hour of sweaty jeepney traverse, and an hour of bumpy tricycle drive. Featured sites are Cabongaoan beach, Tambobong white beach, Snake or Culebra Island, Cabacungan […]

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Inside and Around Malacañang of the North

yAn A.L. — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 22:05:31 +0000

I spent some of my afternoon in Paoay at Malacañang of the North. Below are the photos taken during during my visit. [one_half] [/one_half] [one_half_last] [/one_half_last] [toggle title=”More articles about my Ilocos tour” state=”opened”] An Afternoon in Paoay Biyaheng Ilocos Itinerary and Photo Collections Inside and Around Malacañang of the North Pagudpud Tour Cycle: See […]

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Shutter: Bulog Island, Coron’s Spectacle

yAn A.L. — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 14:06:54 +0000

We kicked off our 2-day island hopping tour in Coron at Bulog Island, and island paradise in the southwest of Coron Island and east of Culion (see the map). We navigated for more than two hours just to see this little wonder. Below are the photos we had during the tour courtesy of John Marx […]

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Roses

yAn A.L. — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 16:06:00 +0000

Photos are taken by Collins Nicolaet Domingo using Nikon Coolpix P80 last February 21, 2011 at our department’s gathering.

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At the Bay

yAn A.L. — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 14:53:00 +0000

The sky was just beautiful and nothing else…ahehehe. This photo was taken by Marilyn Namoco.

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