RANDOM SHOTS: Bintana sa Paraiso, 2 perfect resorts for your Camiguin getaway

January 12, 2019, 8:25 pm

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BINTANA SA PARAISO which literally translates to Window of Paradise has two equally excellent boutique resorts in Camiguin where you can have some privacy with your loved one or simply a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Bintana sa Paraiso in Naasag in Mambajao started in 2017 and is conveniently located on the northwest portion of the island along Camiguin Circumferential Road (see map) facing Bohol Sea.

The Naasag resort is patterned after the famed Santorini resorts in Greece with its blue and white concept. Each private villa room has its own infinity pool perfect for your IG account. Other amenities include hot and cold shower, cable TV, welcome drinks, room service, scooter rental, and island tour. You can browse over the photos below (courtesy of Bintana sa Paraiso).

Meanwhile, the second site in Binunsuran also in Mambajao is Balinese inspired and located along the mountain slopes. It is 30 minutes from Naasag resort. See map below.

It has a commanding view of the open sea from above. Construction started late last year and is now fully operational. Amenities include hot and cold shower, swimming pool, hammock, sun deck, WiFi, restaurant, bike rental, island tour, pugad (nest) moments, among others. Browse over some photos below (courtesy of Bintana sa Paraiso).

Check out this video below by Bintana sa Paraiso founder Kate Robbins.

By the way, both resorts are family-friendly so you can bring along your bunch.

For bookings and rates, click www.bintanasaparaiso.com. It has limited rooms so check availability or send text inquiry to 0997-068-3570.

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RANDOM SHOTS: Iniktinan Trail in Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental

January 18, 2019, 1:26 am

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The Municipality of Magsaysay is Misamis Oriental’s last town bordering the province of Agusan del Norte. And one of its scenic spots is Iniktinan Trail as shown in the photo.

The trail is part of a mountain pass leading to Pag-asa Peak in Barangay Pag-asa, Magsaysay town.

Along the trail, you can have a picturesque view of Gingoog Bay as shown in the background below.

And this weekend, the town of Magsaysay will hold SUBIDA ALANG SA TROPA, CLIMB FOR A CAUSE exploring the scenery atop Pag-asa Peak thru Iniktinan Trail. The 2-day event minor climb, trek and overnight camping starts tomorrow, January 19 and ends (descent) on Sunday, January 20, 2019. Registration Fee is P300.00.

Below are some details:
Hours to summit: 3-4hours 
Specs: Minor Climb
Event shirt (Optional, P250)

Inclusion: 
Permit Fee
Guide Fee
Transportation (Magsaysay to Jump-off RT)
1 Hosted Dinner and 1 Beer (During Socials) 
Certificate of Conquest
Bag tag

Exclusions:
Not mentioned above
Personal porter 
Food during climb (Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch) 

GENERAL ITINERARY

Day 1
9:00-12NOON – Registration and Assembly area at Poblacion, Magsaysay covered court. 
1:00 PM – ETA Jump off @Kimaya, Brgy. Consuelo
2:00 PM – Start trek
3:00 PM- ETA mangga view (picture para naay remembrance)
4:00 PM – Baklay napod paingon sa Kakasuyan nga walay bunga. 
5:00 PM – Baklay via Iniktinan Trail. 
7:00 PM – ETA campsite (etul-id ang inyong balay, pero kung maguba ka, luag kaayo para mag sleep out.)
8:30 PM – Andam para panihapon (manuroy ang mga boy kutsara)
9:30 PM – E-enjoy ang view, sabay sa mga participants (amping kay naay natulog) 
11:00 PM – Lights Off. 

Day 2
5:00 AM – Wake up call (Pagluto sa pamahaw, ug ganahan paka mamahaw and wait for sunrise og mo rise ang sun) 
6:00 AM – Breakfast, Break camp
7:30 AM – Start Trek to Pag-Asa Falls
9:30-12NN- Pag-Asa Falls (Lunch) 
1:00 PM – Balik sa Brgy. Hall
2:00 PM – Start Trek to Iniktinan Trail
5:00 PM – ETA Brgy. Kimaya
5:30 PM – ETA Artadi, Magsaysay
5:30-6:30 PM – Ligo dagat, pahulay, chika, inom daghan (Tubig), prepare for Socials
7:30 PM – Dinner, Socials socials socials

Proceeds of the event will go to Mrs. Curlette Montero, who is suffering from Kidney Chronic Disease, a type of kidney disease in which there is gradual loss of kidney function over a period of months or years.

PROJECT WATCH: Christ The King Shrine latest aerial shots as of January 2019

January 19, 2019, 5:57 am

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A couple of weeks ago, we posted that the 75-foot Christ The King Shrine located in Samay, Gingoog City is now sixty percent done with construction of the robes portion of the statue now proceeding.

Being funded entirely out of donations, the project is still looking for more generous individuals in order for it to be completed. Here are latest aerial photos courtesy of Project LUPAD.

Check our previous post below.

PROJECT WATCH: Christ The King Shrine now 60% complete

More aerial photos in the link below.

PHOTOS: Christ the King Shrine in the Philippines as of January 2019

RANDOM SHOTS: Rural Transit’s new luxury bus fleet

January 19, 2019, 7:06 am

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It’s a new year and once again, Rural Transit Mindanao, Inc. (RTMI) will soon roll out its new fleet of luxury buses serving Cagayan de Oro-Davao (via BUDA), Davao-Butuan and Cagayan de Oro-Butuan routes.

As shown below (photos courtesy of Jez Taray), the new fleet is composed of King Long XMQ6128AYW Luxury Bus with comfortable seats with built-in tabs, luggage rack with cover, and on-board toilet for comfort and convenience travel.

Happy travelling.

Seven Seas Waterpark to undergo month-long maintenance

January 20, 2019, 5:53 pm

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Seven Seas Waterpark & Resort located at Barra, Opol, Misamis Oriental will be temporarily closed beginning tomorrow, January 22, 2019 for a month-long maintenance and refurbishment.

In an announcement, the famed pirate-themed waterpark will be re-opening by the third week of February, just in time before the start of summer.

Camiguin trips resume today as Signal No. 1 lifted

January 20, 2019, 6:09 pm

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Good news for travelers to and from Camiguin. Ferry trips between Balingoan and Benoni have resumed today, January 21 after PAG-ASA lifted the storm warning signal in Camiguin in relation to Tropical Depression ‘Amang’.

As posted in Facebook, trips have resumed at 7:00AM today.

Meanwhile, check latest PAG-ASA weather advisory on TD Amang below.

Laguindingan Airport gets $250 M funding – Gov. Emano

January 23, 2019, 8:02 pm

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Misamis Oriental Governor Yevgeny Vincente ‘Bambi’ Emano has confirmed that Laguindingan Airport will get $250 million from the Korean Government for the necessary improvement works for it to cater to international flights.

Accordingly, the funding will pass thru the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) and the Provincial Planning and Development Office is now preparing for it. Read more details at Superbalita Cagayan de Oro in the link below.

RANDOM SHOTS: RTMI’s latest luxury buses launched; to serve CDO-Davao route

January 24, 2019, 6:50 pm

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The new King Long Luxury buses of Rural Transit Mindanao Inc. (RTMI) have arrived and will soon start serving the Cagayan de Oro-Davao route.

The said buses were recently inspected by officials of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) led by Regional Director Allan Guro. The latest bus units have 37 luxury reclining passenger seats, LCD monitor, USB port, folding table with cup holder, leg rest, middle arm rest, foot pedal, luggage rack with cover, reading lamp, aluminum passenger and luggage compartment, on-board toilet, GPS, and CCTV.

The said buses were earlier inaugurated and blessed at RTMI’s Compound along JR Borja Extension. See photos below courtesy of Eldes Bearneza Laude.

Check out previous post below.

RANDOM SHOTS: Rural Transit’s new luxury bus fleet

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Cokaliong to launch “M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro” to serve Cebu-CDO, CDO-Jagna routes; maiden voyage set February 2

January 24, 2019, 11:25 pm

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Cokaliong Shipping Lines Inc. is adding another vessel to serve the Cebu-Cagayan de Oro and Cagayan de Oro-Jagna routes. M/V FILIPINAS CAGAYAN DE ORO will have its maiden voyage on February 2, 2019.

As shown below, the ship departs Cebu for Cagayan de Oro every Saturday night and sails back to Cebu every Monday night. Weekdays are served by M/V Filipinas Jagna, Cokaliong’s inaugural ship plying the route.

It will also serve the Cagayan de Oro – Jagna route departing Cagayan de Oro every Sunday noon.

Check out photos below of M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro during its arrival at Cebu International Port for the blessing set today.

The ship has several types of accommodation. Check out the rates below.

Here’s the ship at the shipyard.

Here’s the ship undergoing exterior painting a few days before.

With this development, sea travelers will now have a lot more options in going to Cebu and back.

RANDOM SHOTS: Revisiting Tangub City’s Belvedere – a park above the clouds

January 25, 2019, 4:06 am

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On a cool day, Tangub City’s Belvedere, a viewing deck feature of the master planned Gardens of the World development is literally above the clouds.

As shown in the photos below, visitors can glance over the cloud formations near the Mt. Malindang Range Natural Park in Barangay Hoyohoy and enjoy the unique breath-taking view.

Of course, in a unique place you don’t visit often, a solo photo with the heaven-like background is just what you need.

With constant promotion thru social media, Belvedere has become Tangub City’s rising tourist destination.

Check our previous post below.

VIDEO WATCH: Tangub City’s Belvedere – a 360 view of the Gardens of the World

PROJECT WATCH: Gardens of the World

RANDOM SHOTS: Cokaliong launches M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro

January 26, 2019, 4:59 pm

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Cokaliong Shipping Lines Inc. formally launched yesterday , M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro, its 13th passenger vessel which will ply the Cebu-Cagayan de Oro route.

As clarified, the roll-on roll-off (roro) vessel which can carry 631 passengers will replace M/V Filipinas Jagna which will undergo mandatory drydocking.

As we’ve posted yesterday (see below), it will have its maiden voyage on February 2.

Cokaliong to launch “M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro” to serve Cebu-CDO, CDO-Jagna routes; maiden voyage set February 2

Browse over some photos below during yesterday’s blessing and inauguration attended by Cokaliong executives and some political big names.

Read article by SunStar Cebu below.

VIDEO WATCH: Claveria View Deck aerial progress update as of January 2019

January 27, 2019, 6:54 am

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The View Deck at Lanise, Claveria, Misamis Oriental offering a panoramic view of the Balatukan Mountain Range is now almost done.

Located along Route 955 or the Gingoog-Claveria-Villanueva Road, it is a perfect respite for travelers while experiencing a scenic view of Mt. Balatukan, an inactive stratovolcano (according to Phivolcs) which is the province’s highest point at 2,450 meters (8,040 feet) above sea level. The view deck is at 2,945 feet above sea level. Watch this video below courtesy of Project LUPAD.

You may have noticed the flower-shaped ongoing landscaping in the area.

The view deck is a project of the municipal government of Claveria to promote tourism in the area. With its proximity to Route 955 where more motorists are now using, the tourism potential is high.

Keep posted. Check out our previous post below.

PROJECT WATCH: Claveria View Deck nears completion

PROJECT WATCH: Landscaping at Claveria View Deck Up-Close

January 27, 2019, 10:04 pm

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Here are closer shots of the ongoing landscaping at Claveria View Deck in Barangay Lanise, Claveria, Misamis Oriental.

As shown in photos below (courtesy of LGU Claveria), the large letters spelling “VIEW DECK” are already done which makes it a perfect backdrop for photoshoots and selfies aside from the panoramic view of the mountain range.

Meanwhile, here are previous aerial photos by Project LUPAD perhaps taken a few days earlier before the ‘VIEW DECK’ words were put up.

PHOTOS: Claveria View Deck as of January 2019

Watch the video in the link below.

VIDEO WATCH: Claveria View Deck aerial progress update as of January 2019

RANDOM SHOTS: Bachelor Express rolls out new luxury buses for CDO-Butuan route

January 29, 2019, 12:30 am

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The newly arrived King Long luxury buses of Bachelor Express are now also serving the Cagayan de Oro – Butuan route (Non-Stop).

Similar to Rural Transit, the new world-class fully air-conditioned buses also has reclining passenger seats, LCD monitor, tablets, USB port, folding table with cup holder, leg rest, middle arm rest, foot pedal, luggage rack with cover, reading lamp, aluminum passenger and luggage compartment, on-board toilet, GPS, and CCTV. Fares are P450 for regular, P360 for students/senior citizen. Photos below (courtesy of Da Grit Ni Can)

Read related posts below.

RANDOM SHOTS: RTMI’s latest luxury buses launched; to serve CDO-Davao route

RANDOM SHOTS: Rural Transit’s new luxury bus fleet

RANDOM SHOTS: The town of Talisayan

January 31, 2019, 2:30 am

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Talisayan in Misamis Oriental is a small fishing town on the northeast coast of the province. Its most notable natural landmark is Sipaca Point, a major navigational hill visible from afar.

If you’re traveling between Camiguin and Balingoan, you won’t miss the hill. Talisayan is also popular with its seaside eateries which serve fresh seafood. It’s a major stopover for travelers between Butuan and Cagayan de Oro and their seafood is a must try. Here are a few aerial photos courtesy of Elvinov Kirolenko Simenesky.

Read related post below.

RANDOM SHOTS: A red beach resort in Misamis Oriental

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Laguindingan Airport gets On-Time-Performance star rating from UK travel firm

February 2, 2019, 2:54 am

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Laguindingan Airport, together with eight other airports in the country earned On-Time Performance (OTP) star ratings from the Official Aviation Guide (OAG), an air travel intelligence company based in the United Kingdom, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) announced last Thrusday.

Accordingly, the two criteria, are that all airlines and airports must have a minimum of 600 operations a month (minimum of 2.5 million departed seats), and OAG must receive flight status information for no less than 80 percent of scheduled flights within a 12-month period. Laguindingan (Cagayan de Oro) got 67.4 points to earn 1-star rating. See screenshot below (from www.oag.com)

In 2017, Laguindingan Airport also received OTP star rating. Read our old post below.

Laguindingan Airport gets on-time star rating from UK air travel firm

RANDOM SHOTS: More interior photos of M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro

February 3, 2019, 8:50 pm

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M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro of Cokaliong Shipping Lines recently made its successful maiden voyage from Cebu to Cagayan de Oro.

Check out these interior photos courtesy of Cokaliong – CDO Agency.

M/V Filipinas Cagayan de Oro departs Cagayan de Oro for Cebu every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:00pm. It also departs Cagayan de Oro for Jagna every Sunday at 12:00pm.

PROJECT WATCH: Claveria View Deck inaugurated

February 6, 2019, 7:39 am

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Local officials of Claveria, Misamis Oriental led by Mayor Meraluna Salvaleon-Abrogar formally inaugurated today the View Deck along Route 955 in Brgy. Lanise offering a new and perfect stopover for tourists to see the scenic Balatukan Mountain Range.

Browse over some photos below courtesy of LGU Claveria.

Watch this clip below.

‘Hobbit House’ at Amaya View to open soon

February 11, 2019, 7:06 pm

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There’s a new attraction at Amaya View, Cagayan de Oro’s hilltop tourist destination located in Indahag Hills. The so-called HOBBIT HOUSE near Noah’s Ark will open soon.

As shown below (photos courtesy of Melton Builders), you can see a much modern hobbit house with its entrance characterized by geometrical shapes. The semi-circle entrance of the original hobbit house is still very much evident but with a modern twist. So what’s inside the ‘Hobbit House’? It’s for you to find out.

Keep posted. Meanwhile, check out the first Hobbit House in Malaybalay City.

RANDOM SHOTS: Real-life Hobbit House in Bukidnon

RANDOM SHOTS: Closer look inside the Hobbit House in Malaybalay City

VIDEO WATCH: A visit to Bukidnon’s ‘Hobbit House’

RANDOM SHOTS: Binuangan’s Miraculous Healing Pool

February 12, 2019, 5:57 am

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The small town of Binuangan in Misamis Oriental is known for its miraculous pool at the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes Church which has been frequented by devotees who attest to the water’s healing power.

The site has now been included for Religious Tourism which is being promoted by the Provincial Government. Located right along the National Highway, it’s also a popular stopover for motorists. Browse over photos below courtesy of Project LUPAD.

More photos in the link below.

PHOTOS: Miraculous Healing Water Pool at Our Lady of Lourdes in Binuangan Misamis Oriental

Read related post below.

PROJECT WATCH: Capitol ground breaks ‘Healing Pools’ project in Binuangan