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Save the planet

July 6, 2008 By

Unplugging appliances and switching off lights when they’re not in use are simple but tangible solutions to saving our planet. A climate and energy campaigner of Greenpeace, points out climate change as a serious environmental problem. The burning of coal in coal-fired power plants (where we get most of our electricity) emits greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, causing climate change.

Don’t wait for anyone to turn off the electric fan if it’s not being used. Each kilowatt wasted is an added problem for the planet – and an additional cost to our electric bill. If done regularly, these simple acts can become a habit, and eventually become part of a lifestyle change. Monitor your bills and you’ll see the rewards of your simple act.

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Flowers anyone?!

January 20, 2008 By

Bees will surely enjoy!

A fresh flowery treat!

These flowers are some of the endemic flora here in the Philippines. My sister took these shots from our garden just this weekend. Anyway hope you like it!

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A Taste of Namibia!

January 14, 2008 By

Vibrant City of Windhoek, Namibia


Sand dune of the Kalahari Desert

Sunset in Namibia!

This is one of the youngest countries in the world; it gained independence from South Africa in 1990. I almost went to this country when I applied in becoming a missionary way back when I was in my college days but it never happen.

Anyway Namibia is known for being dry land, an evidence of that is the Namib Desert known for being one of the oldest deserts on the planet. Though Namibia is a dry place it is also home to many creature that are well adapted to hot and dry climate. Some animals don’t even drink water to survive they just get the moisture they need from plants they eat.

Namibia generally attracts eco-tourists with the majority visiting to experience the different climates and natural geographical landscapes such as the great eastern desert and plains. There are many lodges and reserves for eco-tourists to travel to and stay over. A piece of advice though the country has not yet eliminated parasites that carries malaria, sleeping sickness and dengue so be prepared. Ask your tourist physician for your proper vaccination or where to get any medicines that repel these diseases. That’s all for now and hope you’ll enjoy your trip!

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South African Getaway!

January 8, 2008 By
One of the best sites in Kruger National Park

Surfing South African Style

Find you seat, coz this is your venue in 2010 FIFA

World Cup Logo

South Africa, also known as rainbow nation, due to its ethnically diverse population. Well I have never been there but I’ve heard so much about it.

The country has so many adventure spots that is surely enjoyable. They have safaris particularly the world renowned Kruger’s National Park. This Park was established to protect the natural wonders of South Africa. They have animals that are only endemic to Africa. Lions, cheetahs, Hyena, elephants and many others are some of the great pride of this country.

Apart from the safaris the country also boosts its cool waters along the coast of Cape Town. It’s a surfer’s paradise to people who have surf boards. Accordingly the gigantic waves of this country is brought about by the Benguela Current, that is why it is home to a yearly event that draw in tourist all over the world the Billabong Pro.

Meanwhile South Africa will be the host nation for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, which will be the first time the tournament is held in Africa. It will again be the center of the world when soccer fanatics gather in South Africa to cheer for the team.

To sum up everything, South Africa is indeed a place worth visiting, so grab your bag pack and head for South Africa!

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Watch TV and Travel…

December 29, 2007 By
santiagoOverlooking Ciudad de Santiago, Chile

Hello there everyone I’m here again to say something about my day… Well we had these long break once again but I’m kinda bored here at home. Staying at home is no longer my routine because I got used in working 9 hours a day, meaning I stay in the bank longer than in my house. Somehow I found something to keep myself busy and that is to watch TV.

I would like to share what I have seen on the cable. Have you seen the show in Discovery Travel and Living entitled “Passport to Latin America with Samantha Brown”? I recently watched the show and I was so fascinated about the places she had been in South America. On her episode she went to Santiago, Chile and mingled with the locals, people are Spanish speaking and they do have a very busy lifestyle. Accordingly Chile is the most prosperous nation in the South American continent to date, and it really show off to the people because of their modern lifestyle. Though they have the western lifestyle they are still proud of their ancestral heritage of being native Americans. Some locals built shop that displays their cultural traditions. They sell goods that are totally Indians, like spears, sombreros and even woven clothes like ponchos and many more.

Samantha also featured the scenic spots of the country, Santiago-the vibrant capital of Chile is situated on foot of the Andes giving the people nice view of the snowcapped mountains, a wonderful place to behold indeed. Waterfalls were all around the suburb and could you imagine that all water falling from these falls were actually coming from the melting snow of the mountains?. According to her it was very cold but refreshingly good. Wow I got to try those haha if it’s possible.

Meanwhile what I like most of the episode is the culinary creativity of the Chilean people. Most of the foods are mixed flavor of the European and American Indian influence. Just like the beef recipes which are so flavorful and tasty to look at. Wines are also a proud product of Chile, with rich and fertile land the country has a lot of winery which is comparable with the European counter parts.

Chile really has so many exciting things to offer, it is a wonderful place as told by Samantha Brown. From the time I saw the show I now have it in my mind that one day I could visit this country and wander as a tourist.

That’s all for now and have a blessed New Year to all! Adios!

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Antarctic tourism?

December 9, 2007 By

Did you know that the last frontier on earth is being invaded by, shall we say Tourist?… Yes from the title of my post itself, I am talking about Antarctica….
I recently saw documentaries regarding these lucrative business, where in anyone as long as you have the money can go and witness the beauty of the Antarctic continent…
I am never against the tourist, but I am against to the thought that Antarctica is being exploited… So what happened to the treaties that hoped to protect this magnificient continent? There is a treaty that somehow carry out solution so that this area will be protected from any territorial claim of a country. Yes no one claim this area but there are people who wants to exploit it and used it to gain money and leave the area vulnerable to pollution and environmental degradation.
Who falls victims of these exploitation? Well if we would generally think of Antarctica, its barren, a wasteland, and lifeless but you might be surprised when you suddenly learn that there is life in this land…. Indeed there are penguins, sea lions, and the humpbacks whale, they are few the species who lives comfortably in these region…
What if oils from the ships who carries passengers spills out, gosh that would be a disaster… It would definitely kill a great proportion of animals not to mention the distraction it could bring to nature…. Garbages and other trash used by the passengers may bring pollution….
There are too many possibilities of what Antarctic tourism could bring in this vulnerable environment…
The reason why I wrote this blog is to bring awareness that some of the earths region must be preserved particularly the Antarctic region… This is the place where wildlife are the only inhabitants, they are vulnerable and could be phased out when time that this land is totally exploited.
When shall the governments acts on this serious matter? Tourism is benefecial to some aspects, that it brings about joy to the people and it could foster economic success to many businessman, but it could also jeoperdize the environment of Antarctica… So when do we react?

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