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by Jhaypee Guia on January 14, 2013 The 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival was held on December 23, 2012, Sunday, instead of December 25. The Parade started at the Quirino Grandstand about 2 o’clock and ended at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on January 14, 2013 When people think of Christmas in Pampanga, their minds easily are filled with images of the Parol, or Christmas lanterns, something the superb craftsmen of San Fernando, Pampanga take pride in making. This has made Pampanga one of the best places to experience Christmas. This is because of their festival that has gradually become an imporant part of Filipino Christmas culture. Every year as the Christmas season app0roaches, the province of Pampanga becomes the center of a thriving industry centered on handcrafted lighted lanterns called “parols” that displays a kaleidoscope of light and color. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on January 14, 2013 Bailes de Luces is a week-long celebration starts in the 30th day of December and ends in the 5th day of January where the highlight of the celebration occurs. The festival is usually held at night and one of the unique features is that they use lights or luces as props and adornment for the nocturnal celebration of the festival, which is the street dancing. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on January 14, 2013 The feast of the Black Nazarene is one of the most awaited celebrations in the Philippines. The feast is part of the religious culture of Filipinos. It only goes on to prove that most Filipinos are devout and very faithful. The Black Nazarene is also called “Nuestro Padre Jesús Nazareno” in Spanish and "Poong Itim na Nazareno" in Tagalog. The statue is currently enshrined at the Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene in Quiapo district, Manila, Philippines, where it is venerated every Friday with novena and holy masses. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on January 9, 2013 Through the years, thousands of faithful frequent Quaipo Church to celebrate the Feast of the Black Nazarene. And in this year's celebration, I’ve become part of the research team to explore Quaipo before the said feast. Come with us as we discover this notable event that continues to touch the hearts of many Filipinos. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on January 8, 2013 The Ati-atihan Festival of Kalibo, Aklan is arguably one of the most awaited events in the Philippines, drawing thousands of devotees and tourists every year. This unique Filipino festival is a celebration of the cultural heritage of the province and features parades and processions for days on end. » Read More
by Xtian Mack on January 7, 2013 After the spectacular performance of the Philippine tourism sector last year, with the Department of Tourism citing the success of “It’s more fun in the Philippines” campaign which was launched with much fanfare last year, 2013 is shaping up to be an even promising year for Philippine tourism. » Read More
by Jhaypee Guia on December 20, 2012 Miss Janine Tugonon represented her country, the Philippines, last December 19, 2012 at the Miss Universe Pageant 2012 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, USA. She gave her best effort during the competition, finishing as first runner-up to Miss Universe 2012 while Ms. Olivia Culpo of the USA received the title of Miss Universe 2012. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on December 15, 2012 Though I don’t believe in superstitions, my parents still adopt some of the old beliefs and practices passed on to them by my grandparents. And because of this reason, I seldom have a choice but to obey what they say. They keep telling me that I won't lose anything if just followed, so I did those silly things associated with welcoming the new year. » Read More
by Jane Dacumos on December 15, 2012 The U.P. Lantern Parade is a parade of large lantern-floats around the oval of the main campus of the University of the Philippines (U.P.), the Diliman campus. The first parade was held in 1922 but it was institutionalized as a university celebration in 1934 by then UP President Jorge Bocobo. » Read More
