Sinulog Festival 2012. My first and definitely not the last!

My First Sinulog:

Having a work assignment in the South for the past 1- and a half years has brought me closer to its people and culture. This is my first Sinulog and definitely not the last. I will keep that as a promise to myself. I had plans of attending Sinulog as early as second quarter of last year but as the celebration approaches, I ignored booking for a flight and hotel notwithstanding advises from friends in Cebu that I have to do it as early as possible and never a week prior, just like what I did! You always learn a lesson the hard way anyway. Now I know what to do next year!

A week before Sinulog, I called the travel agent and booked a flight to Cebu. The ticket was triple the ordinary price. I put down the phone and thought for a while. I even thought of taking the ferry instead. Taking the ferry means 3-days out of my approved leave and so I closed my eyes, called the travel agent and got the ticket. Ok so I have it.

Ticket done. Now, accommodation. I have called every hotel even pension houses, even YMCA was not spared, but all are fully booked! I have asked assistance from friends based in Cebu but even they cannot confirm accommodation anymore! I had options and was able to stay with some friends who willingly accommodated me even when Liz and Mon [friends from Cebu] was able to get me a room for rent at 100/day.

All was set. So on the night of January 12, 2012, I packed my bags ready for the flight to Cebu the next day.

First day: Friday. Arrived in Cebu from an hour delayed flight. Rested a while then went out to check Osmena Boulevard. I saw baderistas but I didn’t feel the festival fever yet. I went back and rested. At night I met a friend and had dinner at Nasings in V. Rama. Ordered our favorite liempo at 170-pesos, good for 2-3 with brown rice – or something like it, but this time, I noticed their liempo to be less juicy than before, otherwise, it’s like I can have it 3-times a day! After dinner, went up to Tops, by motorcycle. Tops is one place that I don’t miss everytime I am in Cebu. The night view of Cebu from the top is just awesome!

Cebu at night taken from Tops Cebu. Photo by Jake P. | Photography

Second day: Saturday. I missed the fluvial parade at dawn. I later met with more friends for lunch – Gregg, Mon and Liz and went to Joed’s Lutong Hapon which I have been scouting in my previous trips to Cebu. Joed’s is a Japanese restaurant , carinderia style. They serve Japanese food at affordable prices. It’s something I wanted to take a meal again when I go back. Joed’s, formerly located in Mabolo, is now at the G/F of Enmore Residence Hall, Don Jose Avila Street, Capitol ite, Cebu City, just beside Sacred Heart Girls High School. You may check out their Facebook Page.

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Joed's Lutong Hapon. Serving Japaneze food at carinderia style and price - w/ Gregg, Me and Liz.

In the afternoon, I met with another friend Ana. We went to Banilad for a shoot with her friend Anne. Went back to the city after the shoot and was greeted by the Saturday solemn procession of the Sto. Nino. Traffic to the city was closed so we alighted from the cab and just walked and walked without knowing what directions to take really. We just walked until we our stomach needed to be feed. We ate at a Thai resto near Ramos Street and it was good. Food was so good, or maybe because I was just really starving, that I did not even bother to commit to memory the name of the street and the resto itself. It is located at a corner street. After dinner, I rested for the night and prepared for the next day’s grand parade.

Sinulog solemn procession of the Sto. Nino

Third day: Sunday. The grand parade. Woke up at 6am, hit the shower, put on my official sinulog photographer’s shirt, ID checked and camera bag checked, then hit the parade at 7am. Went around the parade route taking pics of the participants until 12nn. By then, even with a heavy breakfast, I felt I was going to faint so I rested for a while and went back after 2-hours. I was on the parade route until dark. It was in the afternoon that I really witnessed how massive the crowd is during Sinulog. I had a photog pass that helped me a lot in going into and out of the crowd. That caused me 1K, by the way with an official shirt, ID and the privilege to take pics the parade line. Good, Ana accompanied me in the afternoon and even treated at Da Vinci’s Pizza near Fuente. I finally tasted their famous white sauce pizza and it passed my taste. I can have it again.

One of Sinulog's Festival Queens!

Thinking of an early flight back to work the next day, yes, back straight to work the next day, I took my rest. A friend visited and said goodbye right on time when my eyes were about to give up.

Fourth day. Monday. At 6am, I was already on my way to the airport. Arrived at my destination at 11am and went straight to work. Long 3-days but so much worth it!

That was my first Sinulog. Definitely not the last!

Next year, I know better.

See you again Sinulog! Pit Senyor!!!

SEE RELATED POST/S ON CEBU CITY:

Sto. Nino de Cebu Shrine/Basilica and Magellan’s Cross

Kadayawan Festival 2011: In moving colors! My photo that placed second in the Kadayawan Photocontest of Davao Photographer's for Peace for August 2011

Being able to secure an “all access pass” in this year’s Kadayawan Festival [no matter how controversial it may have been] made a huge difference for my second year. It took me where the the loud and proud beat of Kadayawan really is!

All Acess Pass

"Facade - a blending of Muslim, Romanesque and Neo-classical features"

The marker says: "this cross of tindalo wood encases the original cross planted by Ferdinand Magellan on this very site, April 21, 1521"

Luckily, they got me accommodation at Hotel La Fortuna located right smack at downtown Cebu. From where I was billeted, the Shrine and the Cross are just 3-blocks away. Before going to work scheduled in the afternoon, I already sneaked to see these places, considering that I have an early flight back to Davao the next day.

The Pilgrim Center beside the Shrine/Basilica to accommodate devotees on Friday Novena's

It was a Friday, the Novena day for the Sto. Nino de Cebu. There were a lot of devotees and what caught my attention were the ladies in yellow shirt and red skirt, selling colourful candles for offering to the Cross. Per intent of a devotee, the ladies dance the “sinulog” a prayer-chant to the Sto. Nino before the candles are offered ‘unlighted.’ Lighted candles are free near the Shrine but not at the Cross.

Candle Ladies: Per request they dance the "Sinulog" before offering candles.

Trivia: “The Sinulog Festival of Cebu takes its roots from the candle vendors in front of the Church. It is rendition of the “sinug,” a prayer-dance offered either in supplication or in thanksgiving to the Santo Niño. It is by candle-waving women who follow a simple forward and backward routine while offering prayers for any devotee.

The dance routine of the “sinug” is said to be an imitation of the “sulog” (current) of Pahina river of Cebu City. While dancing and waving candles, the women chant: Pit Señor! Pit Señor! which is short for “Sangpit sa Senyor” or loosely translated as “Hail the Lord!” Devotees have also adopted the chant as an ejaculatory prayer and one would normally hear petitions like: Pit Senyor kang Tatay kini (Hail the Lord, this one’s for my father!) [Source]

Dancing the "Sinulog" before candle offer

I never asked why the candles at the Cross were not lighted. I just made a presumption that the heat coming from lighted candles might hasten the deterioration of the Cross, being wood. Hope I’m right.

Near the Cross is a cove going to the Shrine, the oldest church in the Philippines where the Sto. De Cebu seats. I went inside and offered my little prayer for family, self and friends.

Unlighted candle offerings at the Cross

Free candles at the Shrine/Basilica

I went around the Shrine and visited the Museum [cameras not allowed]. It houses ancient documents of the Augustinians including ledger of expenses incurred [note: in dollars], various dresses and ornaments adorned to the Sto. Nino, religious images, and most interesting are personal belongings like plastic toys and jewelries offered to the Sto. Nino by devotees for thanksgiving.

The Museum is found below the Pilgrim Center. Entrance Fee 10P

After work, I still had the chance to go around the city and took some images of the Parian Heritage Monument, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, including savouring the famous lechon Cebu by the name of “Unbelibaboy” at Golden Cowrie Restaurant in Lahug.

Parian Heritage Monument. Built from 1997-2000.

Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House. Now private Museum.

Golden Cowrie's Unbelibaboy Lechon Cebu! Yum!

It was indeed a short trip, very short of my dream Ceboom trip!!! Well, maybe next time…

SEE RELATED POST/S ON CEBU CITY:

Sinulog 2012 Photos

White Sand Beach of Isla Reta

There are a lot of beach resorts in Samal and more resorts being developed. From high-end to budget beaches, they are all here! [Here's a website of Samal Beaches]. For my first beachy trip outside Davao City, I wanted to have a Samal experience and who doesn’t when in Davao? For quite sometime, I cannot decide which beach to go for two reasons: either the resorts I wanted are expensive, or it may be affordable but either crowded [like Paradise] or severely face-lifted [like Bluejaz] – not my type.

Serene View of Isla Reta

I was looking for beach resort with tranquility and silence. Pure, unassuming, laidback, unpretentious. It took me a while surfing the internet before I came across a resort located in Talicud Island at the back of Samal Island. Talicud from the root word “likod” which means “at the back.” The resort is called Isla Reta.

Isla Reta's Charm - Talisay Trees

Some facts I gathered in my search that made me decide to spend a weekend at Isla Reta:

1. The 1.5 – hours trip by boat it not only an indication of the distance but the nature of the resort; it may just be the one that I’m looking for;
2. The resort allows and even encourages bringing your own food. Otherwise you may buy in the “talipapa,” have it cooked in the barbecue grills provided or have it done by the resort. The canteen sells basic beverages with minimal mark-up;
3. Cottages are affordable but you may choose to bring your own tent, rent a “papag” or simply stay in picnic tables even for overnight;
4. No problem going to and from the island; the resort has an exclusive ferry-boat to carry guests with one-trip a day. It leaves 9AM at Sta. Ana Wharf and leaves the resort at 3pm;
5. No electricity between 9am and 3pm and it’s something I like, to make the stay more intimate with the island. From 3pm to 9am, you have the opportunity to charge your electronics like cellphones and laptops. Don’t expect wifi but having your wireless broadband is a great idea;
6. Lastly, the “talisay” trees grown low on purpose along the beach. Branches graciously and generously hovering and extending to an ample portion of the shoreline [I never felt the heat of the beach the whole time!] Upon gathering all these facts, it was ready to go!

Isla Reta's covered beach during the day.

I never felt the long boat ride, thanks to the landscape and seascape along the way: the Davao City skyline with Marco Polo Hotel as the lone imposing building from afar, a view majestic Mt. Apo, the terrain of Samal Island on one side and Talicud Island on the other, fishing boats and cool morning sea wind!

View of Isla Reta from the Hut Cottages

We reached the resort before lunch. Except for few cup noodles and junk foods, we did not bring any food that we can cook. We hit the “talipapa” and bought 1-kilo of fresh fish then grilled for lunch. Bought cups of rice from the canteen, a bottle of water from the drinking water tank of the resort, a bottle of alcohol, then we’re ready to eat!

Shaded clear waters of Isla Reta

The water in the beach is clear, you can see the bottom even at a further distance from the shore. The sand is fine white sand comparable to Boracay. Yes, it’s true!. The downside is on low-tide when the shore becomes quite “corally.” Slippers may become your best friend in such case. Further left to where our table is [right, facing the waters] is the best spot to have a dip at noon time because of the trees that shade the waters. Huge boulder-like corals as backdrop is good for taking photos for FB upload!

View of Isla Reta from a Talisay Tree

At 6pm, it was time to prepare for dinner. Time to be at “talipapa” again. Bought 1.5-kilos of fresh fish and had it cooked by the resort this time. Half was grilled, half with soup! Ahhh, nothing beats hot soup of fresh fish!

Before dinner, a group arrived and occupied the table next to us. One of them was just sooooo noisy and tooooo loud! She was the “bangkera” of the group and she always wanted to talk as if she’ll die if she can’t join the others’ conversation! Ok, she was enjoying, I know, but may be it was just me who cannot contend with her for the night! We retreated to our cottage at about 9pm and thanks to the electricity, we were able to do some internet and charge batteries. Hit the bed at 10pm and had a straight 6-hours of sleep!

Rented Paddle Boat at Isla Reta

By sunrise, I was already out taking photos of the beach, people and the calm serene waters shining in brilliance as reflected by the rays of the morning sun. We rented a paddle boat which is one of the better things to do. You can see how clear the water really is!

Morning at Isla Reta

Before lunch, we were asked of our time preference to leave the island. On ordinary days, there is only one trip to and from the island. The boat leaves the island at 3pm but on the day we are suppose to leave which is Sunday, there were more guests who arrived in the morning. The boat cannot accommodate us all in one trip so the resort decided to make an earlier trip at 12NN. We got the 3pm in order to stay longer.

Reflection of the Morning Sun in Isla Reta

Here are some thoughts for first timers just as I was:

1. Accommodation is not a problem. Concrete cottages with no aircon [not needed anyway] is at P1.5K. Bamboo Huts at P700 [though I do not recommend if you want privacy] The huts are “duplex-type” separated only by walls made of weaved bamboo. In our case, there was a radio playing 2-doors away which was quite annoying especially when you wanted to sleep already. Add 2-videoke’s outside, one to our right and another to our left. If you are not in the concrete cottages which are quite far from where the videoke’s are, you may better have your own tent and place it somewhere far from the noise. Tent, I think is the best – it will not hurt your wallet and you can choose a site most comfortable to you!;
2. Bring your own food and beverage. There are beverages ready for sale at the canteen but with a little mark-up. You can cook your own food in the barbecue grill found around the resort. If you have it cooked by the people of the resort, they charged P70 per kilo, whatever it may be, rice or otherwise. Cooked rice are sold for P15 per cup – expensive!;
3. The CR is not the best and the tidiest but it has privacy. It’s fine, you’re not there to take shower all the time anyway!:
4. The beach itself is great but because you’re not the only one in the island you may find the noise from videoke’s at night or loud-screaming-enjoying large group quite annoying, unless it does not matter to you. There are other venues in the resort where you may transfer just in case;
5. Ferry boat costs P70 one way. Entrance to the resort is at P150 overnight, 70 for day tour only, all with discount for children below 6-yrs old. The entrance fee includes free use of picnic tables and set-up of tent/s. If you rent a cottage, it’s inclusive of the entrance fee.

Fine White Sand of Isla Reta

To close, I want to go back to Isla Reta because of the beach itself! Like, like! As for the other facilities, it’s fine but don’t expect it to be better. If ever I go back, I want it to be on a weekday to avoid large groups on weekends and see if I can already have the complete package of an island get-away that I always wanted!

You can see the whole set Isla Reta images in my Flickr here or in FB here.

For reservations and more info about Isla Reta, you may call Ms. Joan at 0928-2141487.

Seagull's umbrella picnic table fronting Davao Gulf. Suprisingly white sand!

Due to time constraints, a city beach was the best choice and I was led to Seagull. Paid the entrance fee [P100, I think], rented an “umbrella shade” for Php 200 for our things [instead of a cottage]. Upon entry, I noticed some kids along the shore making sand castles in white sand! Yes, it is white sand! We walked further because we wanted the farthest place for our photo shoot and it’s really white sand! Even along the shore and into the water, it is white sand!

Breathtaking view of Seagull waters from the shore!

I wondered for a while until the coconut trees provided the answer! Big thanks coconut trees! The next question was, how much load of white sand was dumped to cover-up the original grey/black sand, extending to the shore and into the water!

The resort is quite huge with function halls, lots of cottages and even chapel to accommodate wedding ceremonies. Covering the original sand up to two-meters high must have been true hard labor. Hard labor both for Seagull and wherever they got the white sand from; both for the men/women who worked and for mother nature especially where the the white sand came from.

The cocotree that spilled the beans!

Whatever it is, the place is neat and complete. Water is clear with slides that drop into the sea waters – a definite attraction for kids. You may bring your own food/drinks or eat in their restaurant. Cooking grills are likewise provided. I was there on a Saturday and it was not crowded. I cannot say that, though, for other days or for other Saturdays. Having stayed there from 9AM to 1PM, I can say that I can stay overnight. For a mid-end resort in the city, Seagull gets a passing mark. I could have enjoyed the place more were it not for the loud songs played in random over the public adress system. I just simply cannot take it! Playing songs is fine, not just too loud because not all likes it. Get it?

One of several cottages in Seagull.

To close, Seagull was once voted one of the top-5 beaches in Davao. Interestingly, there’s a low-end resort beside Seagull and locals call is “Seagullid” [translation: "gilid" ng Seagull].

Eden Nature Park & Resort. Davao.

“Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered by wild grass. Its potential was, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf.”

Just one of several flower collection in Eden

“Terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and pine tree seedlings were planted. Pine trees provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares” [text lifted and modified from: Source]

While in Davao, Eden is first in our list, being the farthest among two other planned destinations for the day which are the Philippine Eagle Conservation Center and Crocodile Farm. Without any private car, we rented a taxi for 2.5k for the whole day. Not bad especially when you realize that driving from one place to the other is not a breeze. You can actually have a sufficient nap in between destinations.

In Eden we took the day tour. As walk-in guests, you register at the counter and the registration fee includes the tour and snacks. They have shuttles ["multicab"] for every group but in our case, we were with another group of 3 and it was just fine. They do not crowd the shuttle unless you belong to the same group. Every shuttle has a tour-guide who gives interesting information about the park, it’s history, even it’s owners, whom we learned to be the Ayala’s.

Eden's "multicab" tour shuttle

The tour has several stop points for photo moments and with ample time. Our tour guide gladly answered questions and volunteered to take our group picture. It was my first time to see fruit bearing Durian and Mangoosteen tress. Durian tree is huge, which I never thought, while Mangoosteen is not.

In on of several stops...

After the tour, we took our snacks at the Fishing Village where one can easily fish huge “tilapias” for a fee. You may have the option to take your snacks at their banquet restaurant instead, near the reception area where the tour ends. Snacks was simple – sandwich, cropec, chocolate brownie and a softdrink. They have other Tour Packages which you can check out.

Eden Nature Park & Resort. Fishing Village

We missed their “zipline” which they call the “Skyrider” due to time constraints. Give Eden one-day for a day-tour. We did not anticipate it. I personally could have stayed longer but we have to move to our next destination as planned.

After Eden, we went to Philippine Eagle Center. Not much to see except the experience to see the Eagles, in cages, and from a distance.  I was more amazed with the huge pythons at the entrance for photo ops and for a “fee” which they call donations, so no exact amount but 20-pesos would already be decent.

Phil. Eagle at Phil. Eagle Center Davao

Last stop is the Crocodile Farm. This is definitely for kids. Not much to be amazed with except for “Pangil” reputed to be the biggest crocodile in captivity.

"Pangil" at Crocodile Park Davao

See more pictures of our Davao Nature Trip HERE and HERE!

Redemption or Threepeat?

Here are some interesting facts about FEU Tamaraws and Ateneo Blue Eagles basketball history against each other in the UAAP. They don’t have much having met only twice in the semis and once in the finals [this is only the second time] since introduction of the Final-4 in 1994. [Results per game see below]

It was only in 2000 when the two teams met in the semis when FEU made history in the UAAP by being only the third team in the league to beat a higher-seeded team [Ateneo], 61-60 and 75-67, only to be swept by La Salle in the finals.

In 2001, FEU and Ateneo, met again, same seeding, but this time Ateneo made sure the 2000-semis will not happen again and went on to the finals by beating FEU 67-63 but lost to La Salle in the finals. In 2003, the two teams met again, this time in the finals, when FEU swept Ateneo in the best-of-three finals. [Source]

Shove of a Tamaraw or Soar of an Eagle?

For the coaches of both teams, this they have to say: For Coach Glen Capacio of FEU, “The positive thing on our side is we’re hungrier and we can deliver against all odds…With God, anything is possible as long as we work hard and do our best.” For Coach Norman Black, “We want to continue winning and our motivation is now to get a three-peat. We feel as hungry as they are,” [Source]

As for a fearless forecast of Game-1 tomorrow, to be seen live for the first time over ABS-CBN Channel 2, an Ateneo alumnus and sports analysts says: “It’s gonna be pretty, pretty difficult to predict and to call which team is gonna pull through in the end…I think FEU is gonna get Game No. 1.”[Source]

Another would rather say this: Yes, the three-peat will happen. Despite RR’s brilliance. Despite FEU’s star power. Despite their hunger. Because at the end of the day, the better team always wins.And make no mistake about it, Ateneo is the better team. Their defense rotates better and the ball swings a lot faster. And that will be enough to push the Blue Eagles to the top. Again. [Source]

So, will it be Gold & Green or Blue & White?

Redemption of Three-peat?

Horns or Wings?

ABANGAN!!! Support your team and See you at the Games!!!

GAME I RESULT: 72-49 for the Eagles. They soared high, really high! Tamaraws came too short, very very short. Game 2 on Thursday.

GAME 2 RESULT: [65-62 for the Eagles. Rare Threepeat!!!]

GAME 3 RESULT:

Kadayan Streetdance Competition!

1-Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan: Streetdance Competition I

2-Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan: Streetdance Competition II

3-Pamulak Festival: Float Parade I

4-Pamulak Festival: Float Parade II

Kadayawan 2010 Participant

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My previous post in anticipation of Kadayawan 2010:

In less than a month from now, I will be having my first Kadayawan experience! The festival is Davao’s most anticipated event every year. What makes me more excited is that participanting tribes all over Mindanao for the street dance-parade will converge right in front of where I am staying here in Davao, along Roxas Avenue, as the starting point of the parade. Camera, check!

Here’s the promotional video of Kadayawan 2010 – “K10:”

In the meantime, here’s the KADAYAWAN FESTIVAL 2010 EVENTS
(As of July 19, 2010)

PANAGTAGBO:
August 16-22, 6-8 PM
Venue: Peoples’ Park
The converging of the Ata Manobo, Ubo Manobo, K’lata, Tagabawa, Matigsalog, Maranao, Maguindanao, Tausug, Sama and Kalagan tribes, celebrating thanksgiving of their oneness with the earth through performances, culinary fiesta and age-old craftsmanship integrated in a program that showcases their strength as diverse peoples of Davao.

TRADE FAIR:
August 16-22, 2010
Venue: Sanguniang Panlungsod Lobby
A bazaar of proudly Davao-made goods produced and manufactured by organizations that encourages entrepreneurship and empowerment participated by the women of Davao City.

FESTIVAL OPENING:
August 20, 2010
Venue: Rizal Park
The official launch of the 25th Kadayawan Festival highlighted by performances of the different tribes of Davao City.

HUDYAKAAN:
August 20-22, 5:00 PM-2 AM
Venue: Bolton Street (Beside Sanguniang Panlungsod)
An evening street event that features music and food. A street festival, Davao-style.

HIYAS SA KADAYAWAN:
August 20, 2010, 8 PM
Venue: Almendras Gym,
Search for the Kadayawan symbol, the indigenous lass who is knowledgeable of her indigenous culture and wisdom through a pageantry of Mindanaoan myths and legends.

INDAK INDAK SA KADALANAN:
August 21. 2010, 8 AM
Venue: Major thoroughfares of the city
The Indak Indak sa Kadalanan or the street dancing parade showcases the different colors, cultures and traditional dances of the different tribes of Davao and Mindanao.

PAMULAK FLORAL FLOAT PARADE:
August 22, 8 AM
Venue: Major thoroughfares of the city
The grand finale of the Kadayawan Festival, the Pamulak is a mobile display of the blooming of flowers and ripening of fruits in creatively decorated floats on parade, showcasing the abundance of vegetation in the Davao Region.

Pictures of Kadayan Festival 2010 shall be uploaded in this site.

Other candidates have not been included by reason of insignificant number of votes.

Tomorrow marks a milestone in Philippines electoral history. A nationwide automated elections which have been greatly criticized because of some preparation glitches, however, mostly favored is probably one of the most ambitious in recent local history.

Lets all be a part of  it! Go out and vote. Stay calm but vigilant. Above all, let’s all pray for the success of the 2010 National Elections in the most peaceful way.

God Bless our Country on May 10, 2010.

*Photo credit: tuloypinoy

Aliwan Fiesta 2010!

In the Streetdance Competition, the contingent from Iloilo came out  the big winner with two of its entries[out of three] in the Top Three! Here are the results:

Champion: Dinagyang Festival, Iloilo City

Second Place: Zamboana Hermosa Festival, Zamboanga City

Third Place: Kasag Festival, Banate, Iloilo

Aliwan Fiesta 2010 Jeepney!

For the Grand Float Parade, the winners are:

Champion: Cotabato City

Second Place: Tanauan, Leyte

Third Place: Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao

The Festival Queen/Reyna Ng Aliwan went to Sinulog of Cebu Rizzini Alexis Gomez

Rizzini Alexis Gomes: Ms. Cebu 2009 1st Runner-Up and Aliwan Festival Queen 2010!

No contingent from Luzon is in the top major awards this year.

*See Photos by Manilalente member HERE.

*For Flickr photos of  Aliwan Fiesta 2010, please check out this photo slide. and another one here.