We're one of the early visitors. Juliet and Noriel, that's us. At past six in the morning, we are already in the place. It's cold, really cold. People are queuing up on the ticket booth. We are so excited! Good morning Northern Blossom Flower Farm! Jackets on. Feet ready. Here we walk to the flower farm. Yes, it was our first time and that first time is truly memorable. Flowers here, flowers there, flowers everywhere. And the cold weather of Atok, Benguet makes the experience even more different. You are like in Canada, New Zealand or perhaps in North Pole if you experience the morning breeze of Atok mountains. But there's no place like home, our beautiful Philippines, isn't it? Look at the farmers or should we say gardeners. They bring beauty to the place, with their hands, and their passion to bloom more flowers day in day out. It's great to see everyone doing their part to amuse visitors. Flowers from their heart and soul attracts travelers like us. We were

Probably next to the beauty of a tourism spot, if it’s about the real reasons for traveling there, is our search for the best “pasalubong”. It’s the tagalog word for “gift” or “souvenir” and it can be anything from foods, toys, clothes, handicraft, furniture, soaps, wearables, or household items. It’s practically anything, big or small, cheap or expensive, edible or not. And for as long as that special item was bought somewhere else and then given to someone as an act of love and kindness – the true purpose has been served. Kakanin - a Typical Pasalubong for the Filipino Family Part of the Culture A simple gesture of “Salamat po” (Thank you) for sharing that pasalubong is enough to make you feel the love and kindness back. There is the best pasalubong for kids, for grandmas and grandpas, for a favorite grandson, for a close neighbor or friend, for the workmates, for the boss, for a former enemy, for a religious brother, and even for a complete stranger. Yes, indeed! Well, “pasa

In this post, I am about to share more photos of artworks, designs, and artistic presentations of items found here in the Philippines. Let me be your guide to the art gallery and you be the judge. So this is the Part 2 of my Art Gallery showcasing the talent of our great Filipino artists, painters, sculptors, and designers. For those who haven't yet seen Part 1, here is the link to that post: Philippines: The Land of the Greatest Filipino Artists in the World - Part 1 Here we go now on the next gallery hall. "The Painting's Guardian" As if diners are unaware someone is watching them from above. There is a painting on the left and a sculptor on the right. This view of the restaurant is fascinating but also weird, isn't it? Have you noticed what's wrong? "Scary Kapre" Here's a close up look of the scary creature guarding the doors. More probably, this will scare you especially when it's dark. Ghost stories by the way