Lykwatsera Travel Stories

Tonight I am happy to witness the lovely candidates of Miss Cebu 2022. The crowd is impressed with Cebuana beauties gracing elegance and craftmanship by island fashion designers. People won’t forget their captivating smiles to light the runway. One candidate is Miss Lorraine Hann. She looks ethereal in her photo. She is light and displays a refine couture. On stage she is undeniably vibing with other Miss Cebu contestants. And people can innocently notice her congeniality with other Miss Cebu enchantress. You can vote for Lorraine as this year's Miss Photogenic by liking Miss Cebu official page and keep it counting for candidate no. 12. Another Cebuana beauty is Miss Kris Tiffany Johnson, the host for the evening. Vice-mayor Dondon Hontiveros is also spotted during the event. Miss Cebu 2022 will be held in Il Corso Cebu on January next year! I was with her cousin by the way so it gave me time to know about her more. Lorraine by heart is interested in educational service. Just recen...

It is always a refreshing and  gripping idea to have a go to place that is just a ride away from the city to enjoy  a beautiful coastal scenery on a weekend. A pristine municipality in the Southern Cebu is Moalboal. The booming tourism since the 90's provides its people with a beautiful livelihood. On the streets while tuning in reggae music on your phone you can talk and buy souvenirs from the friendly locals. Our country is tagged as the pearl of the orient seas because all people from different nations love our seas! Plato once said that the sea cures all ailments of man. I certainly agree because for me the ocean is calm and therapeutic. A sugary creamy sand is what awaits tourists in White Beach. With a minimal entrance fee you can enjoy strolling along its wide shores. Its mesmerizing green marine blue ocean never fails to invite me to hop and swim. For me Moalboal beach grants a perfect relaxation because it has a special way of renewing our perspectives and welcomes ou...

Hi, I am writing again another useful tidbits of information applicable for everyone during this pandemic. My vaccine's name is Sinovac. I got my first dosage last month. I was required to input all my allergies and other information for their medical records. Then they send me a vaccination card to present to the nurse who took care of my vaccination. It was not as painful as others think and I didn't need any special attention. Now my second dosage is scheduled on September 22. Cause I am part of BidaSolusyon. Mass vaccination is also available. News has it that there will be more vaccines to be given to our nation's people. The vaccine is free of charge and is not commercialized. Everybody is required to get a certificate from DOH to present during travel. Our Department of Health launches its website where fully vaccinated individuals can register. It's at https://vaxcert.doh.gov.ph. Remember that only fully vaxx citizens can get their certificates. Stay safe and ho...

Have you heard of PhylSis ID? Part of the Filipino population were done with the process. It is very important to get one because as a citizen of our federal republic we are going to present this card in all government transactions. My first step was I registered my personal information at https://register.philsys.gov.ph . After you send relevant information to their server you will receive a confirmation message from PSA to proceed to the next step of the registration process. Step 2 requires us to present important national identity documents such as a passport . Register now and do your part for a better federal government. It is also free to express our ideas to share what we know about this type of government. Federalism's core concept is centralization. I have heard of the centralized federalism type of governance in Brazil. An effective centralized national government is a strong backbone to safeguard each state interests and promote union. I am one with Miriam Santiago'...

Nestled on the mountains of Cebu City and Balamban is a peaceful staycation scene Lava Mountain River Farm. This mountain resort offers tranquility and exclusivity to their guests. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city take some time to unwind and relax inside their Bali hut rooms and listen to the birds chirping early in the morning. Take the road less travelled, they say. This 10-hectare property is surrounded by mango, coconut trees and bamboos. Everyday is a perfect time to reconnect to nature and enjoy an abundant natural soothing experience on the mountains of Busay. Guests also want to set their eyes on some flower attractions truly a delight to the senses. Aside from their nipa hut rooms are houses with creative stone designs. Its swimming pool offers a unique refreshing experience. Water flows from the river but is being filtered and treated. The light show of their swimming pool at night is also an added creative attraction. Accommodation includes kitchen use ...

Image is taken from Meeska Mooska Facebook page They say stressed when spelled backwards calls for desserts. Based from my experience I can agree that a cup of milktea provides us a spoonful of optimism and when shared with a couple of sweet friends provide us with confidence that will help us win throughout the day. Certainly drinking a cup of milk everyday provides us with great health benefits because it is a sleep inducer. And it helps remove symptoms of anxiety. Milk contains lactic acid that deeply cleanses our pores so be ready to say goodbye to acne-causing bacteria. It will give you a clear and smooth skin. Proteins and lipids work to strengthen the hair. One hot afternoon, luckily I found Meeska Mooska which is a local milktea shop near me just located across Lipata corner. Surely a lot of milktea enthusiasts like me want to take a sip of another cold beverage from this shop. Customers are giving them star reviews. They are making every moment magical with their wide selectio...

Dumaguete city is one of my favorite go to destinations because of Sans Rival Cakes and Pastries. If you desire for cakes checkout their menu and of course Sans Rival, a frozen layered cake consists of cashew meringue and buttercream. Likely food tastes better when you share it with friends.  Faith and Friends in Sans Rival Cakes and Pastries Moreover if you want to savor other authentic international cuisines Gabby's Bistro is right around the corner. You may try their Creamy Dory, a beer-battered dory fish fillet deep fried topped with cheese sauce and served with plain rice. This city in Negros Oriental is also home to Silliman University known for being a great school producing competitive Accounting, Engineering, Medicine and Nursing professionals across the globe. This 29-hectare campus surrounded by acacia trees has buildings that are worth-visiting. Its open fields can be a nice venue for event gatherings. Buglasan Festival the most awaited festival-of-festivals in Negros O...

The Philippines is a tropical country and mostly it is summer all year round. Families love to gather around in resort destinations near them to celebrate special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. People are enthusiastic about to organize school reunions, and companies have outings and team building activities often. When you are looking for a venue or simply a peaceful place to have a vacation let me suggest Hagnaya Beach Resort and Restaurant. resort rooms at the back The resort has surprisingly a private beach (you seldom find a beach resort in San Remigio) and a swimming pool composed of emerald water assembled with an elegant design. Resort amenities include a social hall, function rooms and more upscale facilities such as a jacuzzi. Hagnaya Beach Resort also has a recreation area where visitors can enjoy playing billiard games. Tourists are fond of watching northern Cebu sunrise and sunset on an infinite view of bamboo cottages. Get comfortable inside their spacious and...

Badian canyoneering is an amazing guided water adventure in Southern Cebu where tourists face challenging canyon water adventures in each part of the trail. Canyoneering adventure starts in Canlaob river and ends in Kawasan Falls. This three-tiered cascading body of natural spring water never fails to enchant tourists and is highly regarded because of its crystal clear waters.  Kawasan Falls if you are going to ask visitors is a stunning and breathtaking place where they enjoy watching a view of icy cold water with varied shades of blue. Globetrotters and local young travelers want to visit this attraction to witness a natural balance of the jungle and a body of cool turquoise water. More than waterfalls adventure seekers opt to see great jungle canyons. The natural canyons of Canlaob river result from weathering and erosive activities. It takes 5 to 6 hours to complete canyoneering and the package includes a seafood lunch in Kawasan Falls after finishing  the jump-off points....

The province of Albay tourism sells an outdoor adventure with a glimpse of the majestic Mt. Mayon. Don't leave what's right in front of you. Leave the road and take the trail.  This fun adventure took us half-day as we cross over rivers and ash fields with our great reliable bikes.  It starts in Cagsawa Ruins and ends in the fields close to Mt.Mayon. I also recommend our guide from an accredited ATV operator in Albay. He was also cautious so he was the one taking magnificent GoPro pictures.  What awaits at the end of the track is a wide land covered by lahar but its surrounding landscape is declared a national park. If you also like to experience this kind of fun, I recommend Mayon SkyDrive ATV because it is the operator that is accredited by Department of Tourism Albay. Mayon ATV Adventure Mt. Mayon is the best mountain that I have seen from my airplane seat for its perfect cone is in symmetry with the lush fields below. People can also enjoy the scenic view of Mt.Mayon ...

Hello, how are you during this pandemic? I hope that vaccine is ready so that we can live safely and get back to our normal lives.  It brings dread to people but worry no more because I am writing our country's summer capital and nicknamed as the city of Pines, Baguio City. Baguio is a highland city in the province of Benguet that is perched on top of the Cordillera mountains. When you are in Manila and you plan to have a great place to escape the heat then Baguio's weather is right for you because the weather temperature ranges from 15 to 23 degrees Celcius all year round. Benguet can be conveniently traveled from Pasay via Victory Liner and taxis are also available to roam around the city. Baguio Strawberry Farm When we arrived in Baguio their friendly locals served us with strawberry taho. This city is best known for its parks and flower gardens particularly the Strawberry Farm in La Trinidad, the famed La Presa . Other famous parks in Baguio are Burnham Park and Mines View...

Asia's longest dual zipline The province of Bukidnon aside from being hailed as the pineapple capital of the Philippines has an eco-adventure park on top of Mt. Kitanglad. After spending a day on the island of Camiguin, I went to Dahilayan adventure park to have a unique amusement experience. Bukidnon is Mindanao's fruit basket because it is home of our country's top pineapple producer Dole Philippines, Lapanday Diversified Food Products which is a top banana producer company, lastly Del Monte a famous supplier of our favorite fruit cups, canned fruits and vegetables. Rafflesia the world's biggest flower is found in Bukidnon. The province is also abundant in lakes and wildlife reserves that people can explore.  Moreover one can have a rejuvenating experience in hotsprings that are overflowing in the province and are developed into eye catching resorts. The mountain ranges of Kitanglad is a haven to one of the Philippine's few remaining rainforests where Philippine e...

I am always in awe with God's marvels so I am writing again another natural gem in my country, the island of Camiguin. This is a volcanic island in Northern Mindanao that is bestowed with rich natural pleasures for its waterfalls, hot springs and island beach destinations.  Katibawasan Falls There are direct domestic flights from international airports in our country such as Manila International Airport and Mactan Cebu International Airport to the "Island of Fire". This island is also a boat ride away from Cebu nautical ports. First hot spring is "Ardent Hotspring". What awaits visitors is a tranquil experience because of its thermal water . It sits directly at the foot of Mt.Hibok-Hibok and is surrounded by lush forests. Another tourist destination is Mambukal which is made up of three sulfur pools and two swimming pools .  Ardent Hotspring Camiguin is also rich in waterfall destinations. Among these waterfalls I personally witness "Katibawasan Falls...