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Monday, February 27, 2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Transportation in Manila
In Metro Manila, you can go from one place to another through various transportation options. It’s quite convenient especially to daily local commuters as well tourists exploring the city on their own. So next time you roam around Manila, keep these options in mind:
Jeepney
Seats up to a maximum of 21 passengers per route, jeepney is the most popular public transportation in Metro Manila. It can transport you from one city to another in a very affordable fare. Jeepneys have been known for their flashy and colorful decorations making them one of national symbols of the country. Air-conditioned version of jeepneys are also operating in several cities in Metro Manila. The fare is a bit expensive than that of the ordinary, but it’s still affordable.
Bus
Manila has two types of buses; the so-called ordinary (without air-conditioning) and the air-conditioned buses. The fare is inexpensive and being monitored by the government. Operated by a driver and a conductor, buses run everywhere in Manila in different forms and sizes.
Taxicab
Taxicab, often called as taxi, is one of the prominent modes of transportation in Manila. They operate 24/7 around the metro. Taxicabs in the Philippines are colored white. Airport taxis, conversely, are yellow. They can operate from Metro Manila to anywhere in Luzon.
Tricycle
The Philippine version of rickshaw, a tricycle is a motorbike with a sidecar attached with it. In Metro Manila, tricycle drivers usually operate around secondary roads and inside subdivisions. It can seat up to four to five passengers per route.
Pedicab
The pedicab is a bicycle with an attached sidecar where passengers can seat while the driver pedals and takes them to their destination. A pedicab ride is the least expensive mode of transportation in Metro Manila.
Trains
There are four train lines in Metro Manila. Two of them belong to Manila Light Rail Transit, commonly known as LRT. LRT Line 1 operates from Taft Avenue to Rizal Avenue route. On the other hand, LRT Line 2 operates from Santolan, Marikina to Recto, Manila route. The other train line belongs to Metro Manila Rail Transit (MRT) which has 13 stations passing the cities of Makati, Mandaluyong, Pasay, Quezon City, and San Juan. The biggest train line belongs to the Philippine National Railways. It operates from Manila down to Southern Luzon in Bicol.
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definitelyfilipino.com
Current Airfares to Manila (as of February 25, 2012)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Rates are correct at time of release, includes all taxes, and are subject to the following: change without notice, availability, ticketing deadlines, blackout dates and travel dates.
For more information, please call our 24/7 US TOLL-FREE number at 1-866-2-MANILA or visit www.mangotours.com for more of our affordable travel deals.
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
What Type of Traveler Are You? (Quiz)
Take this short quiz and discover what type of traveler you are.
1. What would you like to do with your free time?
a. Go on a joyride
b. Trip to the park
c. A visit to the museum
d. Pray
2. What scent appeals the most to you?
a. Smell of burnt marshmallows
b. Mist and rose fragrance
c. Distinct smell of antiques and old things
d. Burning incense
3. Where do you prefer to eat?
a. Anywhere
b. Under a big tree
c. On a fancy restaurant with paintings and murals
d. Anywhere descent
4. What would be a nice present for your loved ones back home?
a. Anything fancy
b. An animal figurine or keychain
c. A local food, or a region's famous product
d. A trinket, rosary, or a pocket prayer book
5. Which movie sounds most appealing to you?
a. Pirates of the Caribbean – Johnny Depp
b. Pocahontas
c. National Treasure – Nicholas Cage
d. The Passion of the Christ – Mel Gibson
Answer Key:
Mostly A’s
You’re an adventurous traveler
You are always in search for thrilling activities that will satisfy your cravings for adventure. Your willingness to get out of your comfort zone just to discover and experience new things is undeniable. You constantly seek to expand your horizon by visiting places and doing things you have never done before.
As an adventurous traveler, it would be great to visit the busy beaches of Boracay. Apart from its powdery white sand beaches, this island is home to many exciting and heart-pounding water activities fit for an adventurous traveler like you.
Mostly B’s
You are a certified nature lover
You are an advocate of Mother Nature, you seek to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of nature and its environs. You are fascinated with the greens and animals on the scenery. A nature getaway makes you feel calmed and relaxed.
As a certified nature lover, it would be fun to visit the pretty paradise of Palawan. The Breath-taking landscapes of lush mountains, awe-inspiring underground caves, exotic creatures, and powdery white sand beaches will surely make you feel calm and relaxed.
Mostly C’s
You are a cultural advocate
You have the passion and love for the arts and history. You yearn to find the best of what a region or a specific place has to offer. Most importantly, your travel goes far beyond exploration or discovery; you have the desire to experience life and/or become part of the culture you visit.
Being a culture advocate, it would be nice to explore the captivating city of Cebu; as remnants of the past are abundant in this area.
Mostly D’s
You are a religious traveler
You seek more than just a simple vacation. You travel individually or in groups for leisure and pilgrimage. A trip to the region’s sacred place is a must on your travel itinerary. You seek relaxation and inner peace by visiting religious structures to which you can strengthen your faith.
As a religious traveler, it will certainly be great to travel and pay homage to Paoay church in Ilocos Norte. The church is famous for its religious significance and distinct architectural structure.
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Mango Mix: March festivity madness
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Mango Tours Says Hello To Jersey City
We have arrived on the East Coast! Jersey City residents and those nearby can now avail of Mango Tours’ travel services which include tickets, customized packages, land transfers, and passport and Visa concerns.
Look for us at:
535 Newark Ave.,
Jersey City, NJ
Tel No: (201) 604-4188
Monday to Friday: 10 am to 7 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday: Closed
Together with the 12 other branches found in Anaheim, Daly City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Newark, Panorama City, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Jose, Vallejo, and West Covina; Mango Tours is committed in providing you with the best and sweetest travel deals to the Philippines and beyond.
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Monday, February 20, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Street Food Favorites in the Philippines (Part 1)
In the Philippines, street vendors have always been a part of both the rural and urban scenes. They offer cheap and very convenient goods that most of the locals are into. Sweet, salty, sour -- all the sensations of taste are made available in the street. Served and enjoyed in different ways, Philippine street foods have been a part of the food regimen of the Filipinos. Some may find them unpleasing, but the ones who try say otherwise.
Here is a list of the all-time favorite street foods found everywhere in the Philippines:
1. Tokneneng, Kwek-kwek
2. Isaw
Isaw, a barbequed pig or chicken intestines, is one of the favorite snacks of Filipinos. These intestines are soaked in a flavoring then grilled on sticks. They are usually dipped in kurat (Filipino term for special vinegar with onions and other flavour enhancers) then eaten.
4. Sorbetes
A Philippine version of ice cream, sorbetes is homemade ice cream offered in the street through peddled street carts. It is served with wafer or sugar cones, or sometimes, bread buns. Main ingredients include coconut milk, flavorings, cream, ice, and sugar. The makers put large amount of rock salt outside the container of the sorbetes to help lower the temperature and prevent them from melting too fast.
3. Sago’t Gulaman
Sometimes referred to as samalamig, sago’t gulaman is a famous refreshment drink in the Philippines made from gulaman (made from dried seaweed), sago (tapioca pearls), suspended milk, and brown sugar flavored with pandan leaves.
4. Taho
Photos taken from:
panlasangpinoy.com
dealies.com
filipinowriter.com
myfilipinokitchen.com
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Current Airfares to Manila (as of February 17, 2012)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Rates are correct at time of release, includes all taxes, and are subject to the following: change without notice, availability, ticketing deadlines, blackout dates and travel dates.
For more information, please call our 24/7 US TOLL-FREE number at 1-866-2-MANILA or visit www.mangotours.com for more of our affordable travel deals.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Fantastic Festivals: March
BANGKERO FESTIVAL
March 6 - 10 | Pagsanjan, Laguna
Celebrated to mark the start of the summer season in the Philippines, Bangkero Festival in Pagsanjan, Laguna features stimulating water and in-land activities that will surely entertain its guests. The Palarong Bangkero or the fluvial parade and exhibitions highlight this fantastic festival. Other activities include street dancing, drum and lyre band completion, choral fest, cultural night, trade fair, sports events and a lot more. The festival commemorates the skill of Pagsanjan’s bangkeros (boatmen); who never fail in impressing their guests with their skill in maneuvering the boat against wild rapids amidst a pristine panorama of lush forest.
MORIONES FESTIVAL
March 21- March 27 | Marinduque
The Moriones Festival is regarded as one of the most magnificent religious festivals in the Philippines. Celebrated at the Lenten mecca of Southern Tagalog, this festival highlights a street play of penitents wearing large hand-painted masks and helmets, colorful garbs and brightly-colored tunics. The street play culminates in the re-enactment of the beheading of Longinus; a one-eye-blind roman centurion who stabbed Jesus on his side. It is also during this festival that each town holds a unique tradition of the pabasa or the recitation of Christ's passion in verse.
ARAW NG DABAW CELEBRATION
March 1- March 16 | Davao City
Hailed as the largest city in Mindanao, Davao celebrates its founding anniversary with a grandiose gala. The Araw ng Dabaw is a vibrant feast jam-packed with exciting activities that caters to all Filipino and tourist of all ages. Highlights of the festival includes a socio-civic parade, band parade, food street party, beauty and music competitions and other spectacles positioned along the major city streets. This 7-day festival also features an array or trade fairs, concerts, sports competition, and amazing cultural presentations.
For more information, please call our 24/7 US TOLL-FREE number at 1-866-2-MANILA or visit www.mangotours.com for more of our affordable travel deals.
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Mango Picks: Songs for Heartaches and Whatnots
Valentine’s Day highlights the ebullience and excesses of love. For all of this brilliance, there are those who linger in the shadows. Some look forward to be taken out of there while others choose to stay for a while. Here are songs for those who are on that other side: the jinxed, jaded, broken, the bitter, etc.
1. Kung Ayaw Mo Na Sa Akin- Sugarfree
There may come a point in a relationship when the passionate flames have turned into the tiniest of embers. When this period comes, it is best to reassure yourself of the endless possibilities that are out there outside the sphere of your beloved. Is there really an escape?
Cardiac Lines: “Kung ayaw mo na sa akin, hindi na kita hahabulin.
Medyo bata pa naman ako / may mabibighani pa sa kin siguro”
2. Beer- The Itchyworms
Bitter as the famous brew which the song pays tribute to, the verses here wail of a love lost and the powerlessness one feels. Only the immortal question is left to be answered by the listener who may turn to the golden elixir for the answer.
Cardiac Line: “Ang beer na to o ang pag-ibig mo?”
3.Nandito Ako- Ogie Alcasid
The heart has an amazing capacity for pain. Whether it’s brought by circumstances or fate’s sleights of hand, the heart is a hardworking organ that can absorb the heaviest of punishments. This song is a battle-cry for those who don’t believe in no for an answer.
Cardiac Lines: “Nandito ako umiibig sa’yo /
Kahit na nagdurugo ang puso”
Kahit na nagdurugo ang puso”
4.Di Bale Na Lang- Ogie Alcasid
Gary Valenciano breathes energy and dynamism in an otherwise hopeless situation. Despite the song’s casting of a gloomy shadow, there’s a hint of optimism and an invitation to just shake it off. Mr. Pure Energy’s remedy seems to be plain-dancing your way worries away.
Cardiac Line: “Hindi ko na alam kung makakaya ko pa /
Di bale na lang kaya”
Di bale na lang kaya”
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After all the miles logged, love and all its baggage can still disorient. Despite its breezy and easy manner, this song puts into light the pangs of losing someone and the ambiguities of recurrence. The past casts upon us a variety of wounds, and we are made to feel their memories through the present’s scars.
Cardiac Lines: "Nalilito na ako hindi na dapat gan'to /
Nakaraan ay natapos at napagdaanan na"
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