• Dreamland Arts and Crafts Cafe by Amber

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    Do you consider yourself artistic? Are you into crafts and DIY projects, or would like to give it a try? Well, you’re in luck! Tucked conveniently along one of the main roads here in Tagaytay is a place where you can try your hand at crafting, shop for some artsy souvenirs and enjoy heart meals; all at the same time! Dreamland Arts and Crafts Cafe is a popular pit stop in the city and is actually open ‘round the clock. Yes, that’s right. This cafe is open 24 hours a day, so you can drop by anytime! You only need to pay an entrance fee of PHP 100, which is also consumable for food, drinks and even the crafts they sell. The cafe has actually been renovated and upsized recently. What used to be the main cafe area is now the craft and souvenir shop. They also have a bed …

  • Back to the 50’s and 60’s by Amber

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    Life in the countryside ha always been relaxing and really laid-back, but once in a while we crave for the noise and vibrance of the city life. It might be a short day trip or a weekend stay just to feel refreshed with urban energy. I’ll share with you a unique find at the heart of Makati. It’s a 50’s inspired American diner called The Filling Station. It’s located in Burgos, which is actually the red light district, but don’t let that monicker fool you. Burgos boasts of some the best food spots in the whole metro. Getting to Makati from Tagaytay is really simple. There are buses that go straight to Ayala Center in Makati’s business district or you can take any bus passing by Pasay, get off there and take a taxi. You can go straight to The Filling Station that way or through the Grab App. Since …

  • How to Bargain in the Philippines by Em

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    Good day to you! Teacher Em here. I will be sharing with you one of the most important things that you would need when you travel, study and stay in the Philippines… We will talk about ‘bargaining’. First, where is it possible to bargain? Asking for a discount is a daily thing. It is very common to strike and try to get a bargain but you need to understand where you can and where you can’t. Here is a list of some of the places where you can try to bargain: Flea Markets Tiangge (shops that are temporary in a certain places or shops that are not inside a shopping mall) City Markets Ukay – Ukay (second hand thrift shops) Garage Sales / Yard Sales Small Antique Shops Small Book Shops Here are also some services that you can try to bargain, like: Tricycle Fare Taxi Fare Before you start …

  • An Unconventional Weekend Activity by Teacher Jz

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    Last Saturday, November 10, 2018, my colleagues and students at Face to Face had a plan to organize a picnic lunch just right on the front yard of Brown House, one of the dormitories at our school. Why? I think the better question is “Why not?” The weather that day seemed to be perfect for an outdoor activity, but at the same time, my friends and I didn’t have enough energy to go anywhere farther than the vicinities of our house. Haha! What is more, we were kind of short of budget. That was why a picnic right in front of our house was the best option we had. And so we did! First, Teachers Mafe and Jiezel together with our ever generous and enthusiastic students Lawa and Akari headed to the nearest supermarket to purchase some groceries. They bought chicken, veggies, corn, fries, rice, and four pieces of fresh …

  • Why are there many churches in the Philippines? by Norlene

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    Why are there many churches in the Philippines? The Philippines is one of the countries in Asia having a substantial portion of the population professing religious beliefs. Our nation has the third largest number of Catholicism in the world (Brazilㅡthe first; Mexicoㅡthe second). Most people go to church on Sundays. I guess it is a usual practice of the Filipino families to bond and pray together. Traditionally, people do Visita Iglesia during the Lenten season commonly known as the ‘Holy Week’. It is a steadfast custom to visit seven churches amidst this season. Travelers would say that Filipinos are the world’s most devotional individuals. People come with personal requests and gratitude for their answered petitions. There are also some events for devotees which they consider as an act of intense piety. The churches are not intended for showcasing architectural designs as they are built beyond history and culture. Tourists get …